Weight Comparisons of Traditional Rig Mats vs. CrossLam® CLT Rig Mat Core
CrossLam® CLT rig mat core is the next generation of rig mats. Using CLT panels, the internal steel system required for 3 / 4 beam mats is replaced or greatly reduced. CrossLam® CLT core offers substantial increases in strength and reduces the life-cycle cost of rig mats due to its strength-to-weight ratio advantages. CrossLam® CLT solves the challenges faced when moving walking rigs and ensuring safe working pads. Our rig mat core is the only timber mat that can offer load ratings that are equal to the requirements of today’s drilling operations.
A 4” CLT rig mat replaces a 6” conventional rig mat and provides 50% less weight and 25% more product per truckload.
Structurlam can supply a CrossLam® CLT core for your own rig mat designs. Contact us for more information.
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Glenn Roethlingshoefer, M.Arch, MRAIC| Traditional Rig Mat Wideflange | Weight | CrossLam® Rig Mat | Weight | Freight Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8' x 40' - 3 Beam | 7000 lbs | 8'x 40' - Channel | 5440 | 29% |
| 8' x 40' - 4 Beam | 7600 lbs | 8' x 40' - Wideflange | 6080 | 25% |
| 8' x 20' - 3 Beam | 3550 lbs | 8'x 20' - Channel | 2720 | 31% |
Weight Comparisons of Traditional Rig Mats vs. CrossLam® CLT Rig Mat Core
| Traditional Rig Mat Wideflange | Load Capacity | CrossLam® Rig Mat | Load Capacity | Increase in Load Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8' x 40' - 3 Beam | 35000 lbsft2 | 8'x 40' - Channel | 70000 lbsft2 | 100% |
| 8' x 40' - 4 Beam | 45000 lbsft2 | 8' x 40' - Wideflange | 80000 lbsft2 | 78% |
| 8' x 20' - 3 Beam | 35000 lbsft2 | 8'x 20' - Channel | 70000 lbsft2 | 100% |
Strength Comparisons of Traditional Rig Mats vs. CrossLam® CLT Rig Mat