It may seem somewhat strange that in industries driven by high-power and steel-built equipment, steel crane mats aren’t what contractors and construction companies choose for their job site needs. However, there are many significant advantages that wooden crane mats and other mats and pads built with wood offer when compared to steel. Here’s a look… Read more »
All around the world, there are many different locations that have environmental protection considerations that need to be taken into account. Sometimes these are protected marshlands or wetlands, while other times there may be endangered wildlife or plant species that cannot be disturbed as a part of any construction operations. Dragline and digging mats are… Read more »
The fall season is fast approaching, and unfortunately, so are a whole host of new hazardous jobsite conditions that you and your crew need to be aware of. Throughout the fall season, there are a couple of things you can do prep your jobsite to prevent workplace injury and damage to your equipment. Fallen leaves… Read more »
At Ritter Forest Products, we understand that most job sites are trying to adhere to a rigid and rigorous schedule. Jobs often need to be completed on a rapid time table, and you don’t have time to delay a project indefinitely while you wait for materials to arrive. With that in mind, we strive to… Read more »
When you need a mat for your construction projects or industrial and commercial efforts, you want a product that is efficient and hardworking. Used mats are available at lower costs than buying new mats, and still adhere to our high standards of quality, making them a great option for your project needs. There are many… Read more »
When you’re using heavy machinery to complete construction, demolition or maintenance work, especially on uneven or unstable ground, things can get dangerous quickly if you forget an essential safety step: the use of hardwood mats. A hardwood crane mat is a potentially lifesaving piece of equipment that can create the stable conditions needed to complete… Read more »
Mats alone aren’t all that we offer at Ritter Forest Products. To provide our clients with comprehensive solutions for any job site, we also offer a selection of outrigger pads and transition mats to help make your project easier – and safer! Here’s a look at how these products can help you get the job… Read more »
At Ritter Forest Products, we’ve supplied our customers with high-quality crane mats and other mats and pads for more than 30 years. We use only the best cuts of hardwood to create our mats, and build our durable and reliable platforms that are perfect for a wide range of job sites. One question we often… Read more »
Laminated mats are a common choice on construction sites and in the field. These durable, three-ply laminated mats are incredibly versatile and are an excellent choice for a number of jobs. Here’s a look at five great uses for laminated mats at your job site. Temporary Road One leading use for these mats is to… Read more »
Working in wet conditions, soft soil or in uneven terrain can be a nightmare for crane operators, as we discussed in our recent blog post. However, you also need to consider another major factor in determining the right crane mat for your job site – what will you be using for equipment? The size and… Read more »
