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The Fiberweb PathMat Beach Access Mat is a highly portable roll out mat perfect
for establishing pedestrian, wheelchair and maintenance access paths over sandy
beaches. The elastomeric material allows for a draping effect over undulating
ground while the oscillated mesh structure provides lateral rigidity for optimal
access. The unique features of the mat make it a premier beach access mat that is
environmentally friendly and cost effective.
Installation Methods
1.
Prepare the surface where the PathMat Beach Access Mat will be applied
by raking the beach debris and foreign objects, removing from the area.
The surface should be as smooth and flat as possible to ensure optimal
wheelchair accessibility.
2.
Unroll the PathMat Beach Access Mat fully. Install the mat with the large ribs
facing down and the small weaving ribs facing up. (Fig. 1)
3.
Where the PathMat Beach Access Mat meets with a permanent trail structure
the mat end should be placed parallel to the edge so there is no gap. Set the
mat flush or below the permanent path to eliminate a tripping hazard. This
can be achieved by digging a one to two inch trench. Allow the end of the mat
to fold into this trench. The PathMat can be cut if the desired path is to move
at an angle away from the permanent path.
4.
Anchor the PathMat end using four steel U-Pins (fig. 2.) The U-Pins should be
six inches wide and 16 inches deep for optimal anchoring. Install the pins in
the predefined holes in the mat connector strip. The mats are supplied with a
connector strip on each end of the Path Mat.
5.
Anchor the end moving onto the beach by digging a three inch trench. Fold
the end of the mat into the trench firmly securing this end with four U-pins.
6.
Rake sand over the trench covering the end of the mat to prevent a tripping
hazard. (Fig. 3)
connecting Multiple pathMat sections
1.
Prepare the extended access route site and installation of the first mat as
outlined in steps one through four of the Installation Instructions above.
2.
Connect the second mat by overlapping the connector strips, ensuring that
the anchoring holes are lined up so the U-pins anchor both mats securely
together.
3.
Secure the mats with four pins at each seam to reduce the force on the
leading initial anchoring point.
4.
Continue connecting mats for the length of the access route. Complete the
installation by securing the end of the final PathMat section per steps four
through six of the installation instructions above.
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