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#Stainless #steel has been increasingly used in #bridge construction due to its numerous advantages: #Durability and #CorrosionResistance: Stainless steel is inherently corrosion resistant. This intrinsic characteristic is particularly important for bridges, which often need a long service life with minimum maintenance. Corrosion resistance allows it to perform satisfactorily in a wide range of environments without protective coatings. #HighStrength-to-#WeightRatio: Stainless steel has a very high strength-to-weight ratio, which increases design flexibility and decreases costs. For modern bridgework requiring stainless steel, #duplex has become the material of choice. #CostEffective: Although stainless steel is inherently more expensive than some competing materials, its strength and corrosion-resistance enable thinner sections and panels to be used, making it more cost-competitive. In some cases, operators may choose to leave all or part of the carriages unpainted, which offers further savings in cost and weight. #Sustainability: Stainless steels offer an extremely attractive way of providing structural integrity over unlimited time, thanks to their high strength and their corrosion resistance that meets all climates and weather conditions. #InnovativeDesign: Choosing a high-strength, duplex stainless steel enables structural engineers to create slender and lightweight beams that can support the same loads as standard i-beams made from carbon steel that have a much larger cross section. These innovative uses of stainless steel not only enhance the functionality and safety of bridges but also contribute to their #aesthetic appeal and #sustainability

If you feel #lightrail look messy.. You can choose #Catenary-free #LightRail Systems 🚉 UITP #Rail unit has published report on "Catenary free Light Rail Systems: Why and How to Choose?" The objective of this report is to provide an overview of various catenary-free solutions for light rail lines and sections. The report aims to elucidate the reasons behind the decisions to implement catenary-free systems and define recommendations for operators considering the deployment of catenary-free sections in their network https://lnkd.in/gJQm5eFz

A #feasibility study is being carried out in #Germany for widening work to a section of the A5 #highway, near to the country’s financial centre, Frankfurt. There is some resistance to the widening of the highway stretch however due to concerns over the noise and increased #pollution the #construction work and then the #traffic on the wider road will bring. The feasibility study is evaluating the possibility of a series of #noisecontrol measures to limit the disturbance to the surrounding area from the widened stretch of #road. The highway widening work has been proposed as the section of the A5 suffers heavy #congestion at peak periods.

The Urban Barrier system provides enhanced site safety compared to traditional temporary pedestrian barriers. The system is strong enough to withstand winds or vandalism, meaning regular site visits for checks and reinstatement are not needed. Impact tested to new EU Active Travel standards, the innovative design allows contractors and authorities to support UK government plans to increase active travel in urban areas to 50% of all travel by 2030. Some of the advantages of the Urban Barrier system: •Faster – Rapid installation reduces labour costs and shortens programmes. •Adaptable – Can be installed in various configurations to suit project needs. •Reduced manual handling – Safe and easy loading, unloading and installation. •Tested to BS EN-1317-2, load class T1. Find out more advantages on our site safety page: https://lnkd.in/ewGr_xQ3 #urbanbarrier #chevron #sitesafety #Ramudden #innovation #safety

Bridges are perhaps the single most critical element of the roadway network, since if they fail or collapse completely, communities can be completely cut off from one another. However, lining up funding for maintaining bridges in a state of good repair is often more overlooked, at least at the local level, than maintaining pavements. As this map shows, many bridges in our Region are in decent shape as of 2022, but several are considered poorly maintained. Learn more at the NWI 2050+ Roads Chapter here: https://ow.ly/YGZl50QryS5

Steel is essential for constructing bridges, skyscrapers, and railways, providing the strength and stability needed for modern infrastructure.

Building high-speed rail is ‘not for the faint-hearted.’ Here’s how to get started. https://bit.ly/4gonxGb

That’s High Speed indeed! Introducing a new universal unit of speed: 1 C = 1600 feet / 16 years = 100 feet / year 1 C (pronounced 1 Cali) is the upper speed limit for any construction project in California. As the speed approaches 1 Cali, budget grows to infinity. If two twins are separated and one of them is involved in a construction project moving at the speed of 1 Cali, and they meet again after the completion of the project, the resting twin will have achieved immortality.

Building high-speed rail is ‘not for the faint-hearted.’ Here’s how to get started. https://bit.ly/3AtCypI

Building high-speed rail is ‘not for the faint-hearted.’ Here’s how to get started. https://bit.ly/3Wv5Mw3