Here is a general reference table to help you make an initial selection:
| Application & Load Type | Recommended Thickness | Load Capacity Reference (Dynamic) | Key Characteristics & Typical Use Cases |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light-Duty / Pedestrian & Light Vehicles | 15mm - 22mm (0.6" - 0.9") | 3 - 8 Tons | • Use Cases: Lawn protection for events, pedestrian walkways, garden paths, golf cart paths. • Characteristics: Lightweight, easy to handle and install. Primarily for surface protection with minimal heavy traffic. |
| Medium-Duty / Light Equipment & Vehicles | 25mm - 32mm (1" - 1.25") | 8 - 20 Tons | • Use Cases: Light vehicle parking on grass, small excavators, skid-steer loaders, utility trucks, landscaping projects, public works. • Characteristics: The most common all-purpose range. Suitable for frequent use by common light construction vehicles. |
| Heavy-Duty / Standard Construction Traffic | 38mm - 45mm (1.5" - 1.75") | 20 - 50 Tons | • Use Cases: Main access roads on construction sites, soft ground conditions, heavy-duty trucks (dumps, mixers), mid-to-large excavators, crane outrigger pads. • Characteristics: High strength and excellent impact resistance. The workhorse for most industrial and construction applications. |
| Extra Heavy-Duty / Extreme Conditions | 50mm+ (2"++ ) | 50 - 100+ Tons | • Use Cases: Large-scale energy projects (wind, oil & gas), mining, port facilities, heavy equipment assembly areas, multi-axle transport trailers. • Characteristics: Maximum load-bearing and rigidity. Designed for the most demanding environments and continuous ultra-heavy traffic. |
