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RUIYANG manufactures HDPE, UHMWPE and FRAS composite mats for construction, oilfield, mining, events and civil projects worldwide. Tell us your load, ground and quantity — we reply with specifications and factory-direct pricing.
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An HDPE ground protection mat typically costs $30–$120 per mat ex-factory depending on size and thickness, which works out to roughly $18–$45 per m². A 20ft container (≈400–520 standard 3×8 ft mats) lands at $12,000–$55,000 FOB depending on density and UV package. The biggest price drivers are thickness (12–40 mm), solid vs hollow core, virgin vs recycled resin, UV/anti-static additive package, and order volume. Trading up to 18–20 mm solid-core HDPE roughly doubles the kg and the cost versus a 12 mm board.
"How much is a mat?" is the wrong question — the right one is "what spec do I need, and what does that spec cost?" This guide anchors the numbers so you can budget and compare quotes like-for-like.
Price by Size & Thickness (ex-factory, indicative)
| Spec | Weight/mat | Ex-factory $/mat | $/m² |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2×8 ft × 12 mm (light) | ~17 kg | $28–$42 | $17–$26 |
| 3×8 ft × 12.7 mm | ~35 kg | $38–$55 | $15–$22 |
| 3×8 ft × 18 mm | ~50 kg | $58–$82 | $23–$33 |
| 3×8 ft × 20 mm solid | ~56 kg | $66–$92 | $26–$36 |
| 4×8 ft × 40 mm hollow | ~78 kg | $95–$120 | $28–$36 |
What Moves the Price
| Factor | Effect |
|---|---|
| Thickness | Doubling 12→24 mm ≈ doubles resin kg → ~2× cost |
| Core | Solid-core costs more resin than hollow; hollow trades some load for weight |
| Resin | Virgin HDPE ≥ recycled on price and consistency |
| UV package | Carbon black + HALS adds 3–8% |
| Volume | Full container beats LCL by 15–30% |
| Tooling/custom | New mould or colour = NRE + per-unit premium |
Land / Delivered Cost (DDP)
A $20,000 FOB container can become $28,000–$38,000 DDP to the US/AU/NZ after sea freight, port, duty, and last-mile. Always compare on landed $/m², not ex-factory $/mat — that is the number that matters for ROI.
Cost vs Plywood / Steel
HDPE costs more upfront than plywood (which rots and is single-use-ish) but wins on reuse (50–100+ cycles) and zero disposal. Versus steel trackway, HDPE is lighter, cheaper to ship, and non-corrosive — the right call for most non-military access.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is one HDPE mat?
Indicatively $30–$120 ex-factory depending on size and thickness, or about $18–$45 per m². Branded retail pricing is typically 2–4× factory.
Why does thickness change price so much?
Resin is sold by weight. Going from 12 mm to 20–24 mm roughly doubles the kilograms per mat, and resin + processing is the dominant cost component.
Is cheaper recycled resin worth it?
Recycled cuts cost but can reduce consistency and UV life. For load-bearing or multi-season use, a virgin or virgin-rich blend is the safer value.
Where can I get factory pricing?
Request a like-for-like quote (size, thickness, core, resin, UV) at rdmats.com.
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Get a Quote for HDPE Ground Protection Mats
RUIYANG manufactures HDPE, UHMWPE and FRAS composite mats for construction, oilfield, mining, events and civil projects worldwide. Tell us your load, ground and quantity — we reply with specifications and factory-direct pricing.
🌐 Website: rdmats.com