Poseidon Wood Barge Mats
Durability
Poseidon wood barge mats are engineered to withstand the abuse of today’s industrial construction sites. Control of raw material density in the manufacturing process ensures that Poseidon wood barge mats have a hard, impact resistant surface. Poseidon wood barge mats are constructed with red oak, beech, maple, pecan & hickory and glued with exterior grade polyurethane adhesive for superior strength and durability The laminating process creates a composite structure that resists fracture. The exterior is coated with a mixture of Water Seal and Bora-Care Termiticide Concentrate extending the life of the mat, resisting rotting and insect infestation.
Strength
Predictable, reliable strength is a necessity when the safety of workers and equipment assets are at stake. Patented construction creates a work platform that has engineered design values that exceed all sawn woods identified by the National Design Standard (NDS 2004). Steel plates are inserted in between the mat sections for additional strength.
Though less than half the weight, 6″ x 12″ Poseidon wood barge mats are 10% stronger than a grade No. 2 12″ x 12″ white oak. Each beam produced by AHC has a rated structural capacity verified by intense quality control standards.
Consistency
Uniform product dimensions with a consistent finish create a work surface that helps contractors reduce workplace hazards. Every Poseidon wood barge mat is proof loaded by machine to ensure that the finished mat will meet the strict design criteria and quality standards established by AHC.
Storage and Work Environment Considerations
Poseidon wood barge mats are valuable to the contractor and proper storage can extend the service life for many years. Mats should be stored in an environment with good drainage. Stacking mats with stickers between the layers provides an avenue for air movement that can reduce the effects of decay caused by prolonged exposure to moisture.
Wood is a natural polymer that exhibits good resistance to chemical exposure; however, extended contact with strong acids (ph<3) or strong bases (ph>9) can cause wood to degrade and compromise the structural integrity of the product. The resins used in mat construction are thermoset polymers that are highly resistant to chemical attack and will degrade slower then the wood when exposed to high chemical concentrations. Chemical MSDS sheet should be referenced if the product’s exposure is suspected.
Prolonged exposure to temperatures above 150 degrees Fahrenheit can cause the wood to degrade and should be avoided to ensure that the product performs at the designed levels.
Poseidon Wood Barge Mat Size:
4’ x 20’ x 5-1/2”
Weight:
1,275 lbs – allowing for 2,800 sq. ft. of mats per truck load. Less trucks equal more savings to you.
