AlturnaMATS® - Ground Protection Mats

26 May.,2025

 

AlturnaMATS® - Ground Protection Mats

AlturnaMATS® - Ground Protection Mats

Specifications

AlturnaMATS VersaMATS Surface Texture Diamond cleat tread pattern one side,
smooth on the other. Flat oblong tread one side for pedestrian,
diamond cleat tread pattern on the other.
Smooth is also available on one side. Available Sizes & Weights 2x4’ - 21.5lbs.
2x6’ - 32.25lbs.
2x8’ - 44lbs.
3x6’ - 51lbs.
3x8’ - 65lbs.
4x8’ - 86lbs. 2x8’ - 44lbs.
3x8’ - 65lbs.
4x8’ - 86lbs. Thickness 0.5” 0.5” Colors Available Black, White or Clear (Translucent) Black, White or Clear (Translucent) Composition HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) Warranty Limited Lifetime Guarantee Limited Lifetime Guarantee Weight Load Rating Varies depending on sub-surface, equipment up to 120 tons Varies depending on sub-surface, equipment up to 120 tons

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Why are AlturnaMATS and VersaMATS Better Than Using Plywood?

AlturnaMATS and VersaMATS offer superior strength, durability, and protection compared to plywood and other mats.  The benefits of using these composite mats over plywood are formidable. Benefits such as being able to reuse them over and over again and a lifetime warranty to back up that use. Extreme load capacity, AlturnaMATS, and VersaMATS are designed to disperse up to 120 tons.  These mats are recyclable, made from 100 percent recycled plastics, and UV stable so they won’t break down over time.  'Alturna' and 'Versa' mats will withstand extreme temperatures, and won’t rot or deteriorate. 'Alturna' and 'Versa' mats can be connected and interlocked indefinitely.  AlturnaMATS has the most aggressive tread on the market, allowing for maximum equipment traction. Plywood has disadvantages not associated with using composite mats and shares none of the benefits listed below.

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AlturnaMAT or VersaMAT?

Although from a performance specification, AlturnaMATS and VersaMATS are identical, however, they do suit different applications; VersaMATS is better suited to use in areas with higher pedestrian traffic as it has a less aggressive tread pattern that is far easier to walk on and offers superior traction for shoes.  It is also suited to maneuvering smaller items such as wheelbarrows or carts but can still be used with heavy equipment if required.

AlturnaMATS are better suited to use in heavy construction areas due to an aggressive tread pattern, offering superior traction to construction vehicles, especially in muddy or wet conditions.  It is suited to construction, drilling, tree care, and landscaping applications. AlturnaMATS has the most aggressive tread pattern available on the market.

The application of your ground mat will determine if you need an AlturnaMATS or VersaMATS.  Concrete, asphalt, and pavers should use a mat with one side smooth side down.  You can also use the smooth side up for making turns with track machines.  Cemeteries and irrigation companies may use smooth one side also by putting the smooth side up to catch the dirt when digging.

Why Use A Mat With One Smooth Side and One Treaded Side?

Mats with one smooth side are desirable when it’s necessary to cover hard non-forgiving surfaces such as concrete, asphalt, and pavers. Using treaded mats on warm or hot asphalt will leave tread imprints in the asphalt hence using smooth-sided mats on asphalt. When making turns with wheeled or track equipment it is more desirable to use a mat with one smooth side facing up. When piling soils or aggregate on top of mats it is very advantageous to use smooth-sided mats which make removal much easier.

Accessories for AlturnaMATS

The following accessories are available to make using AlturnaMATS and VersaMATS more effective and efficient. Handi-Hook - used to make it easier to maneuver the mats when on the ground. E-Z Links and Turn-a-Links - used to connect mats together. Turn-A-Rack - Steel storage and transport rack system.

Black, White or Clear?

  • Black - Most affordable/cost-effective.
  • White - More costly than black but safer to use on grass over extended use.
  • Clear - Also known as translucent mats, they are the best and most advanced mats.
The black AlturnaMATS is the original and first color produced by AlturnaMATS. Black is the most cost-effective mat. White was later introduced to prevent grass from potentially "browning" over extended periods of usage with the mats. The Clear translucent mat now supersedes white as this further reduces heat damage to the ground below. White mats are still available for customers who still prefer to support their existing white inventory. White and Clear mats are offered at the same price points and are both made using UV-stabilized virgin HDPE. Below are manufacturer test results comparing heat performance between black and white AlturnaMATS. Clear (Translucent) mats would have similar or improved characteristics to white mats.)

What Size Mat Do I Need?

Mat size depends entirely on the type of traffic on the mat. Every size of AlternaMAT® and VersaMAT has been tested to the same weight and load capacities. The following will assist you in choosing the right size matting for your application, although should be used only as a guide;

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GROUND MATS

Aluminum, plastic, or rubber heavy-duty mats and temporary roads

Groundmats are also called access mats or even temporary roadways mats. The terms used for temporary ground covers in the construction segment are many and varied. However, they describe one thing. The cover systems act as excellent helpers on difficult terrain. A ground mat creates a fast, flexible, and stable environment. Moreover, it offers soil-protecting access routes. Similarly, it offers bases for machines and vehicles.

Temporary roadways mats for every type of project

You will need reliable systems to reduce damage to the ground. Moreover, these are essential on construction sites where times are tight. Similarly, groundmats prevent getting stuck. Moreover, these significantly increase work safety.

The choice of material solutions is as varied as the projects themselves. Therefore, you can choose from aluminum roadways, such as Box Panels and HD Panels. You can also choose from composite mats, such as PistEco, Easymats, and Hexagon to Remopla rubber mats.

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WHY GROUND MATS?

Many construction managers opt for classic construction roads with backfills. Moreover, they often use these for road construction or land protection. However, long construction and dismantling times and an enormous interference with nature are significant disadvantages. Groundmats offer massive advantages in comparison.

Preserving nature and saving costs

The mobile roadway slabs can absorb highly high loads well, even on soft ground. This happens due to composite systems. Moreover, a ground mat can protect the soil. Similarly, it can conserve the environment. Moreover, these also offer fast and residue-free removal. Therefore, groundmats can save time and money for costly re-naturalization.

Protection for people, machinery, and nature

The soil protection panels offer special protection. Moreover, these are helpful in the great outdoors and especially in nature reserves. Similarly, they also reduce surface damage to cobblestones. Moreover, groundmats reduce damager to other sensitive surfaces on construction sites in city centers.

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Temporary ground protection panels provide stability for vehicles. Moreover, a ground mat also offers stability for heavy equipment. Similarly, it guarantees passability in wind and weather on rough, unpaved terrain. Groundmats ensure safe conditions for people and machinery. This happens due to their anti-slip and load-bearing properties.

TYPES OF GROUND MATS

The type of ground mat most suitable for your construction site depends on numerous factors. Is load distribution or subgrade protection the primary concern? Do I use the ground mat for light equipment? Do I need heavy-duty panels? Do I use temporary roadways on rough terrain? Do I use them as pedestrian walkways in inner-city areas?

Aluminum trackways

Some construction sites are located on rugged terrains such as sand, mud, bog, arable land, clayey soil, or marshland. Therefore, aluminum systems, such as Box Panels, HD Panels, and Arena Panels, offer particular advantages. Moreover, they are friction-locked and form-fitted. Similarly, they are connected in all directions. Therefore, they create a level surface free of tripping hazards.

Their low weight makes them more transport-efficient. Moreover, their surface profiling provides a stable base, especially on inclines. Aluminum panels are an ideal alternative compared to steel panels or even wood. Moreover, you can also use them as heavy-duty roads.

Access mats made of plastic or rubber

Groundmats and driveways made of plastic, such as PistEco or Easymats, are particularly transport-efficient. Moreover, these are flexible. Similarly, you can install these by hand. They are convincing due to their high laying speed. However, they are stably connected. Moreover, they are highly loadable. They are also less susceptible to theft on unsecured construction sites.

Sensitive and load-bearing substrates need protection from mechanical loads. Moreover, load distribution is not necessary here. Therefore, rubber mats, such as Remopla, are particularly suitable here.

AREAS OF APPLICATIONS

The areas of application for mobile construction roads are as varied as the construction industry itself. Regardless of whether aluminum or plastic panels are used, the systems are ideally suited as driveways and access roads suitable for heavy loads.

Large construction sites in the renewable energy sector often rely on ground mats to provide appropriate roadways to wind energy, solar, or biogas plants. Moreover, you can use them as outrigger pads for heavy cranes. The matting solutions are also popular in the power transmission and distribution sector construction or pipeline construction. This is because wet and muddy fields often prevent the immediate use of heavy equipment.

Construction site access roads in rough terrain

In gardening and landscaping, construction planners rely on temporary paving panels. This happens because you can lay down the flexible systems by hand in many projects. Moreover, in classic road construction, the driveable paving panels serve as mobile access roads. Similarly, they also serve as safe transport routes for construction site traffic. Moreover, they also serve as paving/asphalt protection in sensitive construction site areas.

Area protection and solid foundations

Mobile solutions are ideal for surface protection. Therefore, these are ideal for parking and assembly areas, storage, logistics, and worksite areas on construction sites. Moreover, groundmats also guarantee safe construction site operations. Similarly, they provide solid foundations as a scissor lift or crane outrigger pads.