FODS: Keeping it Simple

Australia Road and Infrastructure Article May 2025

FODS Trackout Control Mats are once again proving their value on high-profile Australian infrastructure projects—this time as a key sediment control solution for the Eastern Freeway Upgrades: Burke to Tram project in Melbourne. As featured in Roads & Infrastructure Magazine Australia & New Zealand, the article showcases how the Eastern Freeway—Burke to Tram Alliance (EBTA) is leveraging FODS mats to replace outdated rock exits and steel rumble strips with a faster, cleaner, and more sustainable alternative.

With the ability to support up to 80 tonnes and install in under 40 minutes, FODS mats are a game-changer for dynamic construction sites where access points shift frequently. Their reusable design, combined with minimal maintenance requirements, is helping contractors save both time and labor while keeping job sites in compliance with environmental regulations.

The feature includes insights from Senior Environmental Advisor Andris Mclean, who praised the mats for their mobility and performance. As environmental standards tighten across Australia, the EBTA’s adoption of FODS highlights a broader industry move toward efficient, eco-friendly sediment control practices that prioritize both compliance and productivity.

Read the full article by Tom O’Keane here: Australia Roads and Infrastructure May 2025