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How Traffideck can keep bridges and ships safe
If you have an outdoor area exposed to the weather such as a bridge, marine deck or boat deck, then you know the importance of weatherproofing and providing an anti-slip surface for safety. Traffideck provides both of these services … Continue reading
The Characteristics of Well Designed Bridges
Building safe and strong bridges is an art that has been perfected by the likes of Isambard Kingdom Brunel and Joseph Strauss. Whilst famous bridges such as the Golden Gate Bridge may be household names, there are many smaller well-designed … Continue reading
Top 5 Most Expensive Suspension Bridges in History
Suspension bridges are sophisticated constructions involving a lot of elaborate engineering plans, lengthy preparatory proceedings, both bureaucratic and practical, and precise construction procedures. The results are grandiose: the world’s great suspension bridges are noteworthy landmarks, essential passageways across water and … Continue reading
Newport Transporter Bridge – A History
The Newport Transporter Bridge traverses River Usk. A Grade I listed structure, the transporter bridge in South Wales is one of eight still in use. Maintained by Newport City Council, the Newport Transporter Bridge has a length of 645 … Continue reading
The Origins of The Suspension Bridge
Forms of suspension bridge have been used since prehistory. This type of bridge hangs a weight from pillars or outcroppings rather than being supported by piles, which means that a simple vine tied at both ends over a gap counts. … Continue reading
What Makes a Safe, Functional Bridge?
It’s easy to takes bridges for granted. After all, we can become accustomed to crossing rivers, valleys and other obstructions without long detours or wet feet. Much of that familiarity arises from the fact that bridges are safe and enduring, … Continue reading
Traffideck and Bridges are a Perfect Match
Bridge deck surfaces present a unique set of challenges that need to be addressed by any coating technology. Traffideck is a high-quality system designed for its anti-slip and anti-corrosion properties, making it ideal for bridges. It is resistant to typical … Continue reading
The Benefits to Using Traffideck
TRAFFIDECK™ Waterproofing and Anti-Slip Surfacing System is a polyurethane based membrane for use on parking decks, bridge and marine decks. Simplicity It has a whole range of benefits, not least that it is simple to apply, either by hand or … Continue reading
The Advantages of Pontoon Bridges
Pontoon bridges can offer advantages over fixed bridges in a number of ways. A pontoon bridge is something that can be put into place quickly, and they are also inexpensive in terms of cost. A modern pontoon bridge can also … Continue reading
How do Pontoon Bridges Work?
Pontoon bridges are a fantastic feat of imaginative engineering. Simply put, they consist of a section of road suspended on floating barges in order to facilitate the crossing of a body of water. They are typically used in situations where … Continue reading