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| Model No | VMCP3 |
|---|---|
| UPC | 812542021722 |
| Brand | Checkers Safety™ |
VersaMAT® Mat-Paks are a convenient, economical package of 12 mats plus accessories and metal storage-skid rack. Mat-Paks include (12) 4' x 8' or 3' x 8' Mats, (20) Single Turn-A-Links, (2) Handi-Hooks, (1) Metal Storage Rack, and (2) Ratchet Straps. Just load the Mat-Pak onto your truck bed and you're set for making a nearly 50 foot roadway to the job site, or you can make a working platform for vehicles and personnel. VersaMAT® was developed to be a more multi-functional ground protection mat for use where a user is looking for the additional benefit of a walking or standing/working surface with a heavy load capacity for construction equipment. VersaMAT® features a low-profile slip-resistant traction surface making it ideal for pedestrian applications. The standard VersaMAT® has the aggressive AlturnaMAT® tread on one side but is also available with a smooth surface making it truly versatile. Featuring a high load-bearing capacity of 95 tons*, VersaMAT® can also be used as a vehicle track way, vehicle parking area, or staging area for supplies and equipment. Weighing just 86 lbs (39 kg) at its maximum size, VersaMAT® can be easily be deployed by hand. VersaMAT® is manufactured from 100% recycled high-density polyethylene, making it durable and resistant to all weather conditions. VersaMAT® has a flexible construction meaning that the mat will follow the contours of the ground delivering a highly effective access solution on sloping or undulating ground conditions. VersaMAT® can be connected together using our flat Turn-A-Links connectors ensuring you have a firm and secure trackway.
*Load bearing capacity is subject to ground conditions. Sizing is subject to a manufacturing variance of +/- 5%.
| Model No | VMCP3 |
|---|---|
| UPC | 812542021722 |
| Brand | Checkers Safety™ |
| Color | Black |
| Quantity Included | 1 |
| Pallet Quantity | 12 |
| Load Capacity | 209,000 lbs or 95 Tons |
| Load Capacity | 95 |
| Length (Inches) | 96 |
| Width (Inches) | 36 |
| Height (Inches) | 16 |
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.
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 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.
By using the average cost of Checkers ground protection mats against plywood, our mats provide ROI in less than 13 months (based on replacing plywood every 3 months). Our products have been designed to provide a high load capacity, provide additional traction, and operate in harsh conditions, saving you money in the long term and providing you with a safer, more durable solution.
| 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 |
