Ground Protection Mats
Temporary access and working surfaces for construction, utilities, landscaping, events and rental fleets.
- Starting point
- Routes, work areas and repeated site movement
- Format
- Common reference: 1.2 m × 2.4 m × 12 mm
Product system
Three product families, one project brief.
Choose by application and handling conditions first. Dimensions, material and surface details follow from the project inputs.
Discuss product requirementsOutrigger Pads
Plastic bearing pads for cranes, concrete pumps, access platforms and service vehicles.
- Starting point
- Defined support points beneath stabilizers
- Format
- Size and thickness selected by project enquiry
Engineering Plastic Sheets
HDPE and other plastic sheet formats for cutting, fabrication and industrial use.
- Starting point
- Fabricators, OEM supply and industrial components
- Format
- 10–50 mm thickness; widths up to 3 m
Product system
Choose the surface around the work
These are real product surfaces. Tread choice supports traction and handling, but it does not replace project load and ground assessment.
Fine Anti-Slip Tread
Closely spaced raised ovals balance vehicle travel with pedestrian access.
Best use
- Defined multi-directional surface texture.
- Suitable starting point for mixed site traffic.
Selection notes
- Confirm cleaning, mud shedding and footwear needs.
- Traction still depends on contamination, slope and installation.
Large Traction Bars
Higher, wider-spaced diagonal bars emphasize grip for demanding temporary routes.
Best use
- More pronounced tread for vehicle access.
- Open spacing helps distinguish the high-grip option.
Selection notes
- Can be less comfortable for frequent pedestrian traffic.
- Confirm wheel type, turning and cleaning conditions.
Smooth Wear-Resistant Sheet
A smooth polymer face for truck bodies, hoppers, chutes and other low-friction liner applications.
Best use
- Supports bulk-material movement and clean-out.
- Provides a replaceable wear surface.
Selection notes
- Not intended as a pedestrian anti-slip route.
- Confirm material, temperature, abrasion, fastening and expansion.
Thickness comparison
10–50 mm is a selection range, not a load promise
The sample image shows the visual difference from 10 to 50 mm. Final thickness depends on axle or point load, ground, traffic, turning, braking, support and installation.
- Axle or point load
- Ground and support
- Traffic cycles
- Turning and braking
- Panel span and joints
- Handling and reuse plan
Material alternatives
Plastic, steel and wood solve different problems
Compare handling, water resistance, reuse, surface contact, fabrication and limitations before choosing a temporary access material.
| PE / UHMWPE panels | Steel plate | Wood panel | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight & handling | Lower handling weight than steel for comparable panel areas, subject to thickness. | Heavy; machinery is commonly needed for movement. | Often hand-movable in smaller sizes. |
| Water & corrosion | Does not rot; polymer resists water and corrosion. | Can corrode unless the material or coating is protected. | Can absorb water, swell, rot or delaminate. |
| Reuse | Designed for repeated deployment after inspection. | Highly reusable when maintained and handled correctly. | Reuse depends strongly on moisture and damage. |
| Ground contact | Generally gentler than bare steel when correctly selected and installed. | Can mark finished surfaces and create hard edges. | Contact can be softer, but splinters and fasteners need control. |
| Customization | Cutting, drilling, handles, tread or smooth surfaces. | Can be cut, welded and fabricated by equipped suppliers. | Easy to cut and drill with common tools. |
| Typical limitation | Requires project-specific thickness and support; allow for expansion and slip conditions. | Weight, corrosion, noise and handling can limit short-duration work. | Variable strength, moisture response and short service life in harsh sites. |
Product system
Start with four inputs.
- Ground or surface condition
- Vehicle, equipment and support points
- Route or working-area dimensions
- Handling, reuse and destination
Configuration, not catalogue guesswork.
TERRADON can discuss custom lengths and selected colors. Customer-logo customization is not available. Any suitability recommendation depends on the project conditions you provide.
Product system
Project price estimator
Use the verified planning formula for an indicative product total in US dollars.
Planning estimate only. Excludes packaging, freight, duties, taxes and unusual customization. Final price is confirmed by sales.
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Configuration, not catalogue guesswork.