Note: The included photos showcase laminated mats in use with cranes at a major construction site in Southeast Texas. While the images may not be directly tied to the exact project discussed below, they effectively illustrate how laminated mats play a critical role in supporting heavy equipment during large-scale infrastructure efforts. Beaumont, Texas, is home… Read more »
In the power and utility industry, where the stakes are high and the equipment is heavy, having the right tools and infrastructure in place is necessary for both safety and efficiency. Whether you’re involved in constructing a new power plant, maintaining an existing facility, or laying transmission lines, crane mats play an important role in… Read more »
While you will find many similarities when you move from one construction project to the next, everybody in the industry knows that no two projects are the same. Each unique project requires different strategies, equipment, and experts to complete it. For instance, when it comes to obtaining crane mats, it may be more beneficial to… Read more »
There are many decisions involved in setting up a job site that requires heavy equipment. Even the smallest errors can lead to accidents or injuries. Projects requiring a crane involve special planning to safely set up the crane before the first lift can even occur. Here are a few tips to ensure a successful crane… Read more »
JOB: Setting a Vessel Inside a Chemical Plant LOCATION: Geismar, Louisiana PRODUCTS USED: 8×16 laminated mats CONTACT: For mat needs in the Geismar area contact James Cowart
JOB: Temporary road for heavy equipment LOCATION: Gueydan, Louisiana PRODUCTS USED: 8×16 laminated mats CONTACT: For mat needs in the Gueydan area contact Michael Duplichan
Fall can be a great time to be working outdoors. The weather is cooling and the air is crisp, but there is usually not yet snow or ice to complicate work. One hazard that is easy to overlook during the fall months, though, is leaves, and surprisingly leaves can be as slippery as ice on… Read more »
Heavy equipment is frequently used on construction sites, but its use often introduces additional considerations. On many sites, whether the surface you’re working on is improved or unimproved, it is necessary to employ measures to protect the ground. Equipment like cranes and loaders can cause damage to the surface or to buried utilities without these… Read more »
At Ritter Forest Products, we’ve gained a reputation for our hardwood mats. These mats provide construction crews with a solid and stable base to work from, providing protection for employees, the surrounding work site and for the environment. Along with hardwood mats, we have a number of other products aimed at helping construction companies as… Read more »
With school right around the corner, it’s important for students to have the right supplies to complete their work. The same can be said for any project that requires a mat, as having the correct one is imperative to the project’s success. As students gear up to get back to school, let’s do a pre-semester… Read more »
