When you are thinking about your upcoming construction job, have you considered the type of crane mats that you will need to get the job done the right way? If you didn’t already know, there are several types of crane mats; each with its own specific purpose. Below we will cover the different types, along with their uses and the type of construction site they work best at.

Dragline/Digging Mats

These mats are perfect for you if you need to stabilize large track equipment. With this mat type, the wood is shaped into planks, giving your equipment a direct path to and from the worksite.

Three-Ply Laminated Mats

These are some of the lightest mats that you will encounter. Being so light, they are easily moved around the construction site. If you are not using heavy equipment, then these mats will work for you. They are also good for quick jobs. Great for high traffic areas, these mats are the perfect solution when you need a temporary roadway for other machines and workers that will be going through the construction zone.

Outrigging Pads

Are you going to need to use a lot of heavy machinery? If the answer is yes, these are the mats for you. Outrigging pads are designed to handle rugged terrain as well as mud, hills and mountains. When thinking about your construction zone, if you will need additional stability for the heavy machinery, you should buy these mats.

If you still need help deciding which mats you should order with your crane rental, give Astro Crane a call today and we will point you in the right direction. This way, you won’t have to face any potential deadline delays on your big construction project!