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The race for renewables is on, and solar power is one of the energy sources that has driven this boom in recent years. In fact, photovoltaic capacity around the world grew by 50% in 2016 alone, accounting for the highest net growth among all energy sources. Solar farms are transforming the way the world consumes power, and Read More

Emphasizing proper safety techniques during all construction projects is of the utmost importance, but particularly so when such projects occur around bodies of water. Marine-related construction projects can range from building docks and bridges, all the way to the construction of man-made seawalls and the use of barges. Thus, a number of marine construction safety Read More

In the construction industry, time is money. It’s essential to move heavy equipment as quickly as possible in order to complete a project on-time and within the budget. The problem is, doing things quickly tends to kick up massive amounts of dust — which is found in abundance on many construction sites. When excavators, bulldozers, Read More

We’re no strangers to stadiums here in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota. In fact, there have been quite a few built in recent years, including TCF Bank Stadium (2009), CHS Field (2015), U.S. Bank Stadium (2016), and the most recent: the yet to be completed Allianz Field, which is set to be the home Read More

Timber mats make it much easier to transport heavy construction equipment, particularly across rugged landscapes and to remote locations that could otherwise present significant challenges. But what about transporting timber mats themselves to sites for utilization? Mats can be easily stacked and moved — but there are a few things that will help preserve your Read More

Construction projects can be massive, which means they often require teams to use heavy equipment to get the job done right. Using this equipment can slowly degrade the environment over time, so before you move forward, it’s important to develop a well thought out plan to help mitigate any negative impacts that your work could Read More

In the forestry industry, moving heavy equipment through difficult terrain is a common occurrence. Creeks and streams wind through densely wooded areas, and these bodies of water present unique challenges to foresters who must cross them to get from point A to point B. Timber mats provide a versatile bridge solution for most stream crossings, giving foresters Read More

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has begun cleaning up soil contaminated with arsenic near Brown Pond in Davers, Massachusetts, according to a report from The Salem News. It’s thought that arsenic contamination can contribute to serious health problems in humans, including cancer and diseases related to the circulatory and respiratory systems. The arsenic-positive soil is Read More

Timber mats are an extremely durable and efficient option for carrying out construction projects in wetlands and on rugged terrains. They can be placed on the ground, protecting the surrounding environment from damage that could otherwise be caused by heavy construction equipment. Additionally, they help protect equipment from tipping over and getting stuck in the Read More

Viking Mat Company has been mentioned among the top companies in the crane mat industry, via a market report published earlier this month by QY RESEARCH. The crane mats industries report has been made available via Market Insights and among other things, examines the total monetary amount the market was worth during 2016. Also estimated Read More