Keep your project moving
The Challenge Cut and fill earthworks, wet subgrades, and high construction traffic volumes destroy temporary access roads — slowing deliveries, increasing cycle times, and threatening programme milestones.
The Solution Composite matting creates reliable all-weather haul roads and access points across construction sites, maintaining productivity regardless of ground conditions.
Cut and fill areas, backfill zones and wet conditions create unpredictable bearing capacity across sites.
Repeated construction traffic degrades site topsoil and increases sediment runoff to drains.
Poor internal haul roads slow deliveries, increase cycle times and impact programme milestones.
Deploy rapid access systems that protect the environment while supporting heavy loads.
Create stable temporary roads for continuous heavy rigid vehicle and articulated dump truck traffic.
FODS rumble mats actively deform tires to strip mud before vehicles enter public roads.
Keep the site open through wet weather, maintaining project critical path and delivery schedules.
Avoid costly remediation of haul routes and hardstands at project conclusion by protecting the subgrade.
High-frequency haul routes with multiple truck movements per hour benefit from wider mat roads (minimum two panels) to allow two-way traffic flow. JWA's team designs haul road widths and turning circles based on the specific vehicle fleet in use.
On sites with extended wet seasons, pre-positioning mat panels at known traffic pinch points before the onset of rain prevents the reactive, costly deployments that follow ground failure. JWA recommends proactive mat placement as part of wet weather access planning.
Real-world examples of how composite matting solves access challenges for construction site access projects.
Our client was tasked to carry out stormwater works for the City of Brisbane at Balmoral Park, a site of local heritage significance. Dura-Base mats were installed over the existing footpath to create a temporary roadway, providing safe access for a tracked excavator while protecting the heritage grounds and aveune of weeping figs.
Dulacca, QLD
How Dura-Base Composite Mats provided a cost-effective alternative to traditional crushed rock for the 180MW Dulacca Windfarm project, protecting sensitive agricultural land.
Stockyard Hill, VIC
The Stockyard Hill Wind Farm project involved connecting over 74km of transmission lines across challenging and sensitive terrain. Dura-Base composite matting was used extensively across several scopes including construction access tracks, turbine construction, and trenching. This case study focuses on the transmission line works and the environmental protection measures implemented.
Stockyard Hill, VIC
The Stockyard Hill Wind Farm project required reliable access routes for construction machinery and personnel. Medium-duty interlocking composite mats were deployed to gain access to the site, providing a stable and weatherproof surface for construction activities.
Sunshine Coast, QLD
The Sunshine Coast Solar Farm project faced challenges with a low-lying, flood-prone site during the wet season. Dura-Base mats provided essential temporary access for 100t cranes, crane lift platforms, and mud-free staging areas, enabling the project to be delivered safely and on time.
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Dura-Base mats were subjected to rigorous tank trials to test their suitability for military use. The mats provided a robust surface capable of withstanding the immense weight and abrasive tracks of heavy military vehicles.
Sydney, NSW
The New M5 twin underground motorway tunnels required a stable working platform for structural works. Dura-Base mats were instrumental in suppressing dangerous silica dust and providing access for heavy machinery in the confined tunnel environment.
West Melbourne, VIC
800m of light-duty composite matting was installed to be used as a temporary shared user pathway. This major infrastructure project required innovative solutions for maintaining public access during construction.
Sydney, NSW
A $700m residential development required stable access for heavy machinery during sheet piling works. Dura-Base mats provided a reliable platform despite abundance of groundwater and seasonal rains.
Multiple Locations, VIC
The dangerous and congested crossing between Skye and Overton Roads in Frankston required a removal solution that improved safety and reduced congestion. Dura-Base mats provided essential temporary access in this constricted, high-traffic environment.
Townsville, QLD
The $225 million Ross River Solar Farm faced severe ground instability due to flash flooding. Dura-Base mats provided a stable, temporary platform for piling works, ensuring the installation of 450,000 solar panels continued despite the wet conditions.
Yeerongpilly, QLD
Dura-Base Composite Mats were employed at the Yeerongpilly Green development to provide a stable crane access and platform solution, supporting the installation of a trenchless drain while protecting the site grounds.
Coochiemudlo Island, QLD
During the replacement of the main barge ramp, Dura-Base Composite Mats provided a temporary vehicular barge landing on the beach at Coochiemudlo Island. This ensured continued access for residents, day-trippers, and construction crews.
Miami, QLD
Lighting experts GM Poles were tasked with the supply and installation of lighting upgrades for the City of Gold Coasts’ Miami Aquatic Centre. The project involved moving a 33-tonne Hitachi Zaxis excavator across sensitive concrete flooring and protecting buried high-pressure water pipes and tanks.
