The Advantages of Accelerated Bridge Construction

According to the American Society of Civil Engineers’ (ASCE) Infrastructure Report Card, 42% of the 617,000 bridges in the United States were built 50 or more years ago. Of those, 46,154 bridges are structurally deficient. Given the vast scope of bridges needing repaired or replacement, Accelerated Bridge Construction (ABC) is gaining the attention of those responsible […] The post The Advantages of Accelerated Bridge Construction appeared first on Civil + Structural Engineer magazine.

Cube Jacks Used to Set Challenging Bridge Trophies in Pensacola Bay

When construction contractor Skanska USA requested a lift system for the Pensacola Bay Bridge project in Florida, Engineered Rigging’s heavy lifting team knew it was going to be anything but a typical application. The bridge, also known as the Three-Mile Bridge, connects Pensacola with Gulf Breeze. The aging structure, battered by years of storms, was due for replacement. When completed, […] The post Cube Jacks Used to Set Challenging Bridge Trophies in Pensacola Bay appeared first on Civil + Structural Engineer magazine.

Strand Jacks Expedite Port Crane Dismantling in Virginia

When the Virginia Port Authority needed to replace three ship-to-shore (STS) container cranes, the challenge was dismantling the cranes at their existing height along the waterfront. Working with our strategic partners, Crofton Industries (Crofton) and RLT Engineering (RLT), Engineered Rigging (ER) assisted in the execution plan and selection of the lifting equipment needed to meet the operational requirements of […] The post Strand Jacks Expedite Port Crane Dismantling in Virginia appeared first on Civil + Structural Engineer magazine.

Synchronous Lifting System and Low-Height Skidding System Enable Relocation of Historic Beachfront Building in Florida

When the Seaway Villas was constructed in 1936 at 9149 Collins Avenue in Surfside, Fla., it was the city’s first apartment building. In 2014 the building was deemed historically significant. Three years later, the two-story building gained a prominent neighbor, the Four Seasons Hotel. The two-story historic structure that once hosted 28 apartments will be transformed […] The post Synchronous Lifting System and Low-Height Skidding System Enable Relocation of Historic Beachfront Building in Florida appeared first on Civil + Structural Engineer magazine.

HEAVY LIFTING NEWS: Strand Jacks Shine in New Jersey Bridge Demolition

The $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is the single largest investment in America’s infrastructure in modern history. The far-reaching effort will upgrade roadways, water systems, railroads, mass transportation, ports, airports and utilities. While the federal government’s emphasis on infrastructure is epic, civil construction contractors face a significant challenge: shortages in everything from materials […] The post HEAVY LIFTING NEWS: Strand Jacks Shine in New Jersey Bridge Demolition appeared first on Civil + Structural Engineer magazine.