Eucalyptus Crane Mats Available – was revised on January 19, 2026
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12 inch crane mats in Eucalyptus provide high strength, standardized performance, and carbon neutral benefits.
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In many cases, a 10 inch Eucalyptus mat delivers roughly the same bending strength as a 14–18 inch mixed hardwood crane mat.
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Stronger mats with fewer defects matter more now. That’s because mixed hardwood mats are not what they were 6–10 years ago.
Crane mats are a key tool for heavy lift and demanding access work. With Eucalyptus, you get higher bending strength, more consistent quality, and carbon neutral performance in standard lengths and widths.
12 Inch Eucalyptus Crane Mats: What Is Available
World Forest Group offers 12 inch Eucalyptus timber crane mats in 14 foot, 16 foot, and 18 foot lengths, all four feet wide. These 12 inch crane mats follow the same stringent specifications that allow World Forest Group’s 10-pt Manufacturing Guarantee. (We also make custom mats, for example 9’x7’x12″).
And, if you opt for the 10″ mat, the width is 50″. All Eucalyptus crane mat use symmetrical timbers.
Key characteristics:
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New, solid Eucalyptus timbers with high bending strength.
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No rot.
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Square timbers for better load transfer.
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End sealed to help manage moisture at the ends.
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Metal end plates for durability and handling.
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No wane in the working section of the mat.
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Customized notch to client specification where needed.
Why Strength Matters More Now
Six to ten years ago, many mixed hardwood crane mats used stronger species mixes and had fewer defects. Today, more suppliers use softer, lower strength species and accept more bark, wane, and voids.
As a result, the actual bending strength of many mixed hardwood mats has declined. The decline occured even when the nominal dimensions stayed the same. This is why 12 inch crane mats made from standardized, strong Eucalyptus now stand out even more. It’s true especially for critical lifts and high risk operations.
Independent wood engineering references show that species, grade, and defects all affect bending strength, not just thickness.
Market Changes: 2020 → 2026
How Declining Timber Quality Changed The Economics
2020 Market Conditions
✓ Mixed hardwood #1 grade available
✓ Moderate mat prices
✓ Reasonable cost per PSI
6 Years of Decline
2026 Market Conditions
✗ Only #2 and #3 grade timbers
✗ Prices increased 40%+
✗ Cost per PSI soared 3x
The Result:
177%
Higher cost per PSI
for mixed hardwood
66%
Savings with Eucalyptus
vs 2026 mixed hardwood
10 Inch Eucalyptus Versus 14–18 Inch Mixed Hardwood
Because Eucalyptus has much higher bending strength and mats are built with solid, squared timbers and proper bolt paths, thinner Eucalyptus mats can match or exceed thicker mixed hardwood mats in bending strength.
In many cases, a 10 inch Eucalyptus mat has roughly the same bending strength as a 14–18 inch mixed hardwood crane mat. That means you can often use a thinner Eucalyptus mat to achieve similar or better performance, which can reduce wood volume, weight, and freight while keeping safety margins strong.
When you still need extra capacity or a heavier bearing section, 12 inch crane mats in Eucalyptus provide an additional step up while staying standardized and carbon neutral.
For background see basics of Eucalyptus timber mats.
Same Stringent Specifications: Why They Matter
The “same stringent specifications” language is not marketing filler. “Stringent” describes how 12 inch crane mats are built and why they last.
These specifications help you:
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Avoid rot and major defects that weaken mats and shorten service life.
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Keep cross-sections full, with square timbers and no wane where loads are highest.
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Protect ends with sealant and metal end plates to reduce splitting and impact damage.
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Place lifting notches where you need them – if you need them – without sacrificing unnecessary strength.
All of this supports better safety, fewer surprises on site, and more predictable performance for engineers and field teams.
Why Carbon Neutral 12 Inch Crane Mats Help Budgets
These 12 inch crane mats are made from plantation Eucalyptus and are part of World Forest Group’s carbon neutral mat line. Faster growing plantations sequester more carbon per acre, and careful accounting and offsets cover production and shipping emissions.
Because Eucalyptus is strong and standardized, more mats can often ship per truck compared to heavy mixed hardwood mats. That reduces truck trips, fuel, and freight cost while also cutting transport emissions.
Independent logistics case studies show that improving payload utilization and cutting truck trips reduces both emissions and freight cost.
See here for more resources on low carbon Eucalyptus mats.
When 12 Inch Crane Mats Are The Right Choice
12 inch crane mats in Eucalyptus are a good fit when:
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You have heavy lift conditions and need a robust, standardized bearing surface.
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Mixed hardwood quality variability worries engineers or risk teams.
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You want carbon neutral, plantation-based mats that still deliver high bending strength.
For lighter crane users, World Forest Group can also propose solutions between 8 inch and 12 inch mats. On some jobs, a 10 inch Eucalyptus mat can deliver the bending strength you need while reducing cost and freight compared to thicker mixed hardwood crane mats.
Next Steps: Match Mat Strength To Your Job
If you are planning heavy lifts or demanding access, start by matching required bending strength and ground bearing capacity to available mat options. Consider where 10 inch Eucalyptus mats can replace 14–18 inch mixed hardwood, and where 12 inch crane mats in Eucalyptus provide extra security.
World Forest Group can supply engineering letters and work with your team to size 12 inch crane mats and intermediate options so you get enough strength without overbuying wood and freight.
If you want to see how 10 inch and 12 inch Eucalyptus crane mats compare to your current mixed hardwood mats, contact World Forest Group or request a quote with your lift details.