At The Utility Expo 2025, DICA debuted its new EcoMax Crane Pad, which leverages the stiffness and strength of steel with the durability and lower cost of recycled composite materials, resulting in maximized load distribution.
The flanges of the I-beams engage the specially designed and molded composite timbers to create a single, rigid body that moves uniformly, unlike traditional wood mats held together with through-bolts. A built-in center plate creates a designated operating area that guides outrigger float placement, reducing setup time and improving job site safety.
The product features two distinct rating scenarios. The first is the standard rated capacity, which applies when the pad is fully supported. The second, known as the bridge rating, applies in conditions where the ends of the pad are supported but there is a gap beneath the center. This gives contractors flexibility to use EcoMax safely even in uneven ground conditions.
Additional features include built-in lifting lugs for safe handling of individual pads or full stacks with standard synthetic rope or chain slings, as well as steel components finished with a nonslip coating to improve friction and handling safety. The current EcoMax model is 24 square feet and rated for a maximum capacity of 160,000 pounds, making it ideal for cranes up to the 150-ton lifting class.
