GFI Solutions: Alberta’s Leading Source For Access Mats

Mar 2, 2023 | Access Mats, News

Are you looking for site-safe access matting solutions that can withstand Alberta’s harsh winters? Look no further! GFI Solutions is proud to provide reliable and safe access matting solutions to many clients across Alberta to help them find mats and services suitable for all their access matting needs. Whether you’re working in the drilling, construction, mining or oil and gas industry, GFI Solutions will make sure that you find the safest and most efficient access matting solutions for your projects’ needs.

One of our most reliable access matting products is our Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) mats, which have proven to be sturdy and long-lasting, no matter the project or terrain. Learn more about the benefits of our innovative CLT access solutions below!

Quality You Can Trust

As a manufacturer and supplier of access mats, GFI Solutions offers industrial clients across Alberta innovative and durable access mats suitable for all terrain. Our CLT access mats are built to withstand Alberta’s rough and uneven terrain. We have engineered our Site Safe Access 300 and 500 CLT mats to hold heavy machinery and loads without breaking or damaging your equipment or compromising the surrounding environment. You can trust our CLT access mats, rig mats and crane mats to support your equipment and workers in all remote projects.

Robust Products

While traditional bolted mats have been the standard access mats used in Alberta in the past, CLT mats have grown substantially in popularity. Unlike traditional bolted mats, CLT access mats are newer, better, and more robust. GFI solutions manufacture CLT mats using layers of Southern Yellow Pine Fibre instead of traditional Douglas Fir. Not only is Southern Yellow Pine Fibre more sustainable than Douglas Fir, but it is also 30% harder. If you’re looking for access mats in Alberta that can withstand heavy loads with ease, CLT access mats are the way to go.

Long-Lasting Access Mats

One of the most important benefits of GFI Solutions’ access mats is that they are manufactured using our innovative process of Cross Laminated Timber. Instead of using steel bolts to build the access mats, CLT mats use an environmentally safe adhesive to bond the wooden planks together. While bolted mats only transfer the weight of the equipment and machinery onto the steel bolts, CLT mats are engineered to transfer the weight evenly throughout the access mat. This innovative process decreases the possibility of early damage and allows the mat to last longer than traditional bolted mats. The adhesive also provides a moisture barrier with each layer of wood in CLT mats and protects them from eventual decay and rot.

Looking for CLT Access Mats in Alberta?

GFI Solutions is Alberta’s leading manufacturer and supplier of CLT mats! We offer a wide range of access mating products and services suitable for all your matting needs! For more information, contact our 24/7 customer support service today!

BC Access Mat Sales and Rentals at GFI Solutions

Sep 16, 2020 | Access Mats, News

Does your British Columbia job site need temporary access solutions to provide a safe alternative for material delivery? Tired of purchasing costly bolted mays that can break down and lead to substantial delays? As Western Canada’s leading provider of site access products, GFI Solutions is here to help. Our inventory features the top products from Sterling Solutions and provides you with exclusive access to their revolutionary line of TerraLam® access mats. With 24/7 sales and rental support, along with delivery and installation all throughout BC and the rest of Canada, GFI is here to help. Learn more about TerraLam® mats, as well as GFI Solutions, below.

Introducing CLT Mats: The New Champion of Site Access Dilemmas

If you’ve been in the market for new matting solutions, there’s a solid chance you have come across the phrase “Cross-Laminated Timber”, better known as CLT matting. Despite being a relatively new addition to the matting field, CLT mats have quickly become a preferred choice amongst leaders in many heavy industries, including the oil & gas, construction, and petroleum sectors. Weighing up to 40% less than standard bolted mats and offering a life cycle that is 3-5 times the length, CLT mats offer unbeatable value and performance, no matter your application. With the heavier duty models capable of tackling traditional jobs held by rig and crane mats and a lightweight profile that allows for up to 25% more to be shipped per load, it’s no surprise that CLT mats are in high demand throughout Canada.

What Make CLT Mats Different

Cross-Laminated Timber mats are created via a distinct process that involves alternating perpendicular layers of wood with an environmentally safe adhesive instead of the traditional bolted method. This method of gluing planks together allows the mats to flex and evenly distribute weight throughout the entire mat with each load, which leads to superior durability and performance.

TerraLam® CLT Access Mats are among the best available and are made with Southern Yellow Pine Wood Fibre, which is 30% harder than Douglas Fir. This makes TerraLam® perfect for standing up to even the toughest of jobs over long periods of time.

GFI Solutions: Your Source For All Things Site Access Related

As one of Canada’s most trusted providers of site access solutions, GFI understands just how important it is to have access to reliable, cost-effective matting and services. We’re proud to offer 24/7 support for sales and rentals, as well as advanced services including inventory management, mat washing, expedited delivery installation and more. Whether you’re looking to test out the durability of CLT mats before buying or are looking to invest in your next matting purchase, we’re here to help. Contact our team today to learn more.