Category Archives: Bridges

The 5 Tallest Bridges in the world

Posted on 8th October 2015 by pinnacleadmin

The world is filled with amazing bridges spanning gorges, rivers and roads. In this list of the world’s tallest bridges, we look at 5 amazing structures, measured from the base of the structure to the bridge’s highest point. Those bridges … Continue reading →

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The Newport Transporter Bridge

Posted on 26th August 2015 by pinnacleadmin

The Newport Transporter Bridge is located at the lowest crossing point of the River Usk in Newport, South East Wales. With a total length of 236 and a tower height of almost 74 m, it is the largest historic transporter … Continue reading →

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The 7 Most Expensive Bridges Built

Posted on 19th August 2015 by pinnacleadmin

Many modern bridges are awe-inspiring, but the amount of money needed to build them can also be jaw-dropping. Here is a list of the 7 most expensive bridges ever built. 7. USA – George Washington Bridge, $1.1 Billion Spanning the … Continue reading →

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Millau Viaduct – The World’s Tallest Bridge

Posted on 14th July 2015 by pinnacleadmin

Millau Viaduct spans the River Tan near the town of Millau in the south of France. This mighty construction is the tallest bridge in the world and measures an impressive 343 metres at the summit of its tallest mast. The … Continue reading →

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The World’s 7 Most Perilous Rope-Bridges

Posted on 10th June 2015 by pinnacleadmin

Rope bridges can be intimidating for many people, especially when they’re very high up. Add in a poor maintenance factor, and using them then becomes something only the brave or foolhardy would attempt. 7. Kakum National Park Canopy Walkway, Ghana … Continue reading →

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5 Of The World’s Longest Bridges

Posted on 25th May 2015 by pinnacleadmin

Building bridges have often been a major challenge for engineers. However, through the 20th Century and into the 21st, bridge building has become increasingly impressive in terms of scale. Here are five of the biggest bridges in the world, and … Continue reading →

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Preparing your bridge for spring

Posted on 7th April 2015 by pinnacleadmin

We’ve survived the winter, but as we move through the seasons we need to ensure that our bridges are in tip-top condition. As the seasons start to become warmer our bridges will respond in different ways, bending and flexing, swelling … Continue reading →

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How Traffideck Keeps Surfaces Slip Free

Posted on 5th February 2015 by pinnacleadmin

In order for a surface to be slip-free it needs to provide friction between itself as the object in contact with it. Whether it is the sole of a shoe, the tread of a tyre, or the wheel of a … Continue reading →

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How to Keep Bridges in Tip Top Condition in Winter

Posted on 19th January 2015 by pinnacleadmin

Watch out! Bridges are highly dangerous as they always freeze before roads do. This ice threat is a clear and present danger due to the way a bridge is constructed: the top, under surface and both sides of the bridge … Continue reading →

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Pontoon Bridges Through History

Posted on 11th December 2014 by pinnacleadmin

Pontoon bridges have a long history, which dates back to ancient times when they began being used for military purposes. They were first used in China nearly three thousand years ago. Examples Of Pontoons Being Used In Ancient Times Legendary … Continue reading →

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