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3' x 6' AlturnaMAT® Ground Protection Mat, One Smooth Side, 120 Ton Capacity, Black - AM36S1

Model No
AM36S1
In Stock
$225.00

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Made in USA

Product Summary

  • 100% recycled high-density polyethylene (HDPE)
  • Supports loads up to 120 tons*
  • Available in black or clear
  • Contours to different ground conditions due to its flexible design
  • Low-profile VersaMAT® surface also available
  • Mats can be locked together with Turn-A-Links forming a continuous roadway or workable platform
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Carbon Black, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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Model No AM36S1
UPC 812542021548
Brand Checkers Safety™

Description

AlturnaMAT® is a high load capacity mat boasting an aggressive diamond plate tread design and a high load capacity ideal for use over soft or sensitive ground conditions in the construction, civil engineering, groundwork, and events industries. These rugged mats are made of 0.5in. (12.7 mm) thick polyethylene making them virtually indestructible. AlturnaMAT®S® can withstand loads of up to 120 tons*, and its flexible construction means that these mats will follow the contours of the ground to deliver a highly effective access solution over undulating or sloping ground conditions.  Weighing just 86 lbs (39 kg) at its maximum size and just 21.4 lbs (9.7 kg) at its smallest, AlturnaMAT®S® can be easily deployed and maneuvered without any special equipment with the added optional convenience of strategically positioned hand holes. AlturnaMAT®S® can be connected together using our Turn-A-Links connectors to create a secure trackway or work pad.

*Load bearing capacity is subject to ground conditions.  Sizing is subject to a manufacturing variance of +/- 5%.

Specifications

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Model No AM36S1
UPC 812542021548
Brand Checkers Safety™
Color Black
Quantity Included 1
Pallet Quantity 50
Load Capacity 240,000 lbs or 120 Tons
Length (Inches) 72
Width (Inches) 36
Height (Inches) 0.72

Although plywood may be viewed as a low-cost option, this type of ground protection has many downsides and is not cheaper in the long term due to their shorter life expectancy compared to polyethylene mats. Their load ratings are generally unknown, can vary from sheet to sheet and the load capacity also deteriorates over time.

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The Cons of Using Plywood as Ground Protection

Absorbs water / liquids which increases weight and accelerates rotting and de-lamination of ply mats

Safety hazard from splinters or debris

Risk of cross contamination from oils, chemicals, and fluids

Inconsistent strength properties from mat to mat

Very susceptible to fungi, bacteria, insects and rodents

Very limited life span resulting in a higher cost over time

No traction creates an unsafe often slippery surface for equipment and personnel

The True Cost of Using Plywood

The main reason plywood is the ground protection choice among many contractors is the low initial investment. However, in the long term, using plywood as ground protection is much more expensive than Checkers ground protection mats.

Approximate Cost of Replacing 12 Sheets of Plywood 4 Times Per Year:

1 YEAR
2 YEARS
5 YEARS
10 YEARS
$ 3,600
$ 7,200
$ 18,000
$ 36,000

Ground Protection Mats vs Plywood

Ground Protection Mats
Designed to handle heavy loads
Able to be connected to keep your roadway in place
High ROI - long life helps you keep it for many years
Variety of tread options for vehicles, pedestrians traffic
Able to be easily cleaned to avoid cross contamination
Plywood
Short life span - frequently 1 project resulting in higher cost of ownership
Not able to be interlocked - can move during operations
No weight rating resulting in unpredictable performance
No tread or alternate color options limiting performance or impacting subsurfaces
Risk of cross contamination

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