MaxiTrack Haul Road Mats for a Working Farmyard in East Sussex
During construction of a new crematorium development near Wealden in rural East Sussex, HGV access needed to pass through a live working farmyard. The farmyard’s concrete surfaces were at risk of cracking under repeated heavy lorry movements, and mud transfer from yard to road created additional safety concerns. With haulage already backing up, the client needed an urgent, practical access solution.
The Challenge: Heavy Muck-Away Lorries, Concrete Damage Risk, and Mud on the Road
The access route ran directly across a critical working area, so any disruption affected both the construction programme and day-to-day farm operations. Repeated muck-away lorry movements threatened the integrity of the concrete yard, with a real risk of cracking and costly repairs.
At the same time, mud being carried from the farmyard onto the public road created potential health and safety issues. With site activity already underway, a fast response was essential to keep the project moving safely.
Our Solution: Rapid Site Survey and MaxiTrack Installation Within 48 Hours
GroundGuards responded immediately. Within 24 hours of the enquiry, our team was on site to survey conditions and propose a trackway layout that would protect the yard while maintaining vehicle flow. Two days later, despite the site being more than 250 miles away, our installation team arrived at 7am ready to deploy.
GroundGuards specified MaxiTrack heavy-duty trackway mats as the most suitable system for the job. MaxiTrack mats are designed for vehicles up to 130 tonnes and can be installed by hand without machinery, which suited the limited stoppage time available.
Stable, Continuous Protection Across the Yard
The lightweight but durable mats enabled a fast installation. Overlapping flanges and a secure bolting system created a solid, continuous surface across the farmyard, helping to spread loads and protect the concrete beneath during sustained HGV movements.
Results: Immediate Access, Protected Concrete, and Reduced Mud Spillage
The completed haul road provided immediate, reliable vehicle access without compromising the concrete below. It also significantly reduced mud transfer from the farmyard onto the public road, improving cleanliness and safety for other road users.
The client was highly satisfied with the outcome and highlighted the quality of consultation, speed of response, and professional approach throughout the project.
Key Lessons for Farmyard Access and High-Frequency HGV Routes
- Act early where concrete yards face repeated heavy loading - temporary protection can prevent cracking and expensive repairs.
- Consider road cleanliness as part of access planning; reducing mud transfer supports safety and local stakeholder confidence.
- Rapid site surveys and clear trackway layouts help maintain vehicle flow when haulage is already on site.
- Hand-installable mats can be a major advantage when stoppage time is limited and machinery access is constrained.
- Secure fixing systems matter on busy haul routes where turning and braking forces are frequent.
Speak to GroundGuards About Farmyard and Construction Access Mats
If you need fast, damage-free access across a working yard or sensitive area, GroundGuards can help. We specialise in rapid response and reliable ground protection mats to keep projects moving safely, even under urgent conditions. Contact our team to discuss your requirements.
