Signature Systems Blog 3 Applications of Temporary Roadways for Your Next Project

Job sites face enough challenges, including weather delays, labor shortages, and continuously changing environmental and safety requirements. Safe and stable site access shouldn’t be one of the challenges. Temporary roadways made from composite mats are becoming increasingly popular across many industries and beyond because of their efficiency and durability.  Work sites often require a reliable and robust solution to provide access to heavy equipment and vehicles while minimizing environmental impact. Luckily, composite mats offer a sustainable and efficient alternative. How can composite mats serve as temporary roadways? There are several benefits to using composite mats for temporary roadways, including: Durability and longer-term use Weather resistance and usability in diverse climates Chemical resistance and not easy to degrade or damage A lightweight option compared to wood mats, which makes them easier to transport and store Environmentally friendly with a longer lifespan than alternative materials Common Applications for Composite Mats Made from a proprietary blend of high-density polyethylene (HDPE), composite mats have a wide range of applications, including: Accessways over extremely soft ground Temporary roadways for long-term projects Staging sites, working platforms, laydown yards Ground protection for sensitive areas Protection of prepared subgrade Environmental and disaster relief flexibility Military operations flooring One of the reasons why composite mats are the ideal choice for temporary roadways is their flexibility in varying applications, making them indispensable for businesses in industries that commonly face accessibility challenges in many projects.   Three main industries that benefit from using composite mats for temporary roadways are Oil and Gas Exploration, Construction, Utility Maintenance and Transmission Distribution projects. 1. Using Composite Mats for Oil and Gas Exploration The oil and gas industry frequently requires temporary roadways to access remote sites. Composite mats are an ideal choice for such applications because the mats are lightweight yet incredibly strong, capable of supporting heavy loads and resisting environmental stresses. When navigating through muddy terrain or crossing sensitive ecosystems, composite mats provide a stable and durable surface for temporary roadways, ensuring safe and efficient operations in the oil and gas industry.