What’s My Total Cost of Ownership for Eucalyptus Mats?
Total Cost of Ownership Guide Eucalyptus Timber Mats Total Cost Of Ownership: The Complete Guide – was revised on January 7, 2026 Summary Eucalyptus timber mats total cost of ownership is $2,204 per mat compared to $4,114 for mixed hardwood.The difference is $1,911 in savings per mat through lower transportation costs, extended 66-month lifespanversus 21 […]
What Kind Of Wood Is Used For Crane Mats?
Eucalyptus crane mats featured in American Crane and Transport magazine showing strength and weight advantages This post – “What Kind Of Wood Is Used For Crane Mats?” – was created on January 22, 2026 Most crane mats use mixed hardwood, oak, or Douglas fir, with big swings in strength and lifespan. Eucalyptus crane mats use […]
Eucalyptus Timber Mats in Wetlands
Revised December 24, 2025 This article was originally published in September, 2023. As of December 2025, the Eucalyptus timber mats featured in this article are expected to last about 6-7 years. Introduction In wetlands, the wrong matting choice can destroy habitat, trigger regulatory problems, and add months and lots of money to restoration work. Eucalyptus timber […]
More Crane Mats Per Truck
Last updated: December 23, 2025 Summary of More Crane Mats Per Truck More mats per truck means lower freight cost per mat because Eucalyptus crane mats are both stronger and lighter, so each truck can safely carry more mats than mixed hardwood. Over time, as Eucalyptus mats wear in, you can increase from about 25 to […]
United Rentals | Yak Access Acquisition
United Rentals | Yak Access Revised December 24, 2025 This matting news article was written in March 2024. Since then, the points below have been proven out in spades. There have been two areas where we haven’t been right on the United Rentals | Yak Access acquisition…yet. We have not yet seen pressure on mat […]
How Long Do Eucalyptus Timber Mats Last?
How long do Eucalyptus mats last – revised December 30, 2025 Summary Eucalyptus timber mats can often last about 7–10 years in harsh, muddy conditions when handled with reasonable care, outperforming many traditional timber mats.
Better Sleep through Better Mats (Part 2)
Better Sleep through Better Mats (Part 2) was revised December 30, 2025 How Better Decisions Improve Sleep How can we sleep better by using better mats? For many decision‑makers, the path to better sleep runs through better investment choices and loss avoidance. Recently, there was a situation that made sleep difficult because the cost to […]
Better Sleep for Transmission Contractors Through Better Mats
Better Sleep for Transmission Contractors Through Better Mats was revised December 30, 2025. Introduction to Better Sleep for Transmission Contractors Through Better Mats: Can Better Mats Really Offer Better Sleep For Transmission Contractors? Can T‑line and renewable contractors get better sleep through better mats? Yes. Eucalyptus timber mats reduce surprises in cost, performance, and safety. […]
Thinner Mats – The Future? Part 3 – Strength
Thinner Mats – The Future? Part 3 – Strength – was revised on December 31, 2025 Why Strength Drives Thinner Mat Decisions To make the right decision on thinner mats, focus on two things: material strength and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). Stronger species support stronger, thinner mats that live longer, and mat life is […]
The Future of Matting? (Part 2 – Using TCO)
The Future Of Matting? (Part 2 – Using TCO) – was revised on December 31, 2025 Why TCO Matters More Than Ever for the Future of Matting Previously, we explored “Is A Thinner Mat The Future Of Matting?”, looking at how thinner, strength‑adjusted mats can reduce freight without sacrificing performance. Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) takes […]