Globalplex Bridge construction update: 167 piles driven, precast installation complete

🔩 Ready for the Pour: Reinforcement in Action on U Beam Bridge Construction 🔩 Here’s a look behind the scenes as the reinforcement is set in position for a U Beam bridge, capable of spanning up to 38 metres. Getting the rebar placement absolutely right is critical: correct spacing and coverage over the steel ensures the finished beam delivers the strength, durability, and safety required for major infrastructure projects. ✔️ Precision in rebar layout is essential for structural integrity ✔️ Proper coverage protects against corrosion and maximises lifespan ✔️ Every detail is checked to meet design and compliance standards The reinforcement you see here will soon be encased in high-quality concrete, forming a robust U Beam ready to support the next generation of bridges. #ABMPrecast #UBeam #BridgeConstruction #Reinforcement #CivilEngineering #PrecastConcrete #Infrastructure #StructuralIntegrity #UKConstruction

We’re sharing a closer look at the installation of 10 pre-cast concrete bridge beams over the River Ouzel in Milton Keynes for our client St Joseph | Berkeley Group Plc 🖤💛 Over two days, our lift team installed each beam, weighing 84.1 tonnes and measuring 34.2 metres in length, using the LTM1800 super lift supported by a 150-tonne slave crane. The operation required precision throughout, from manoeuvring over the river and adding 200 tonnes of counterweights mid-lift, to placing each beam onto the abutment walls with millimetre accuracy. Stephen Edwards and his team carefully planned the installation in collaboration with Trident Lifting Solutions Ltd, who managed and oversaw all lifting operations to ensure the highest safety standards were upheld. 🎥 Watch the full installation unfold in the video below 👇 #riverousal #bridge #statomgroup #civilengineering #rcframe #groundworks #demolition #remediation #riverwall #towercranes #design #mep #basement #plantandmachinery #sparktech #demoforce #trident #slipform #flushline #futurelooksbright 

🔹 Structural Design Spotlight 🔹 Recently worked on the Design of an Isolated Square Footing for a 400x400 mm column carrying a total load of 1540 kN on soil with SBC of 200 kN/m². Key Highlights: ✅ Footing size: 2.8 m x 2.8 m ✅ Depth provided: 600 mm (safe against flexure & shear) ✅ Reinforcement: 16 mm @ 100 c/c in both directions ✅ Verified against IS 456:2000 provisions for flexural, one-way & two-way shear checks. This exercise reinforces the importance of balancing structural safety, economy, and codal compliance in foundation design. 💡 Foundations may remain unseen, but they are the true strength of every structure. #CivilEngineering #StructuralDesign #FoundationEngineering #IS456 #FootingDesign #Construction

Our Senior Project Engineer, Daniel Gray, shares how Keyfix supported The Arc, 225 City Road, a landmark 22-storey development in London. By supplying over 3,000m of NCCTs, 864 Pre-Formed Corners, and 8,500+ Stainless Steel Weeps, we delivered A1 fire compliance and seamless integration with the project’s complex façade. Working alongside our sister company, IG Masonry Support, we provided a fully integrated façade solution. IG's B.O.S.S. A1 units with geo bricks, along with bespoke Welded Masonry Support and Windposts, ensured precise alignment and structural performance across the façade’s challenging design. At Keyfix, we are proud to be champions of best practice, ensuring projects remain safe, compliant and ahead of the curve. #Keyfix #TheArcLondon #FireSafety #ConstructionInnovation

𝑭𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒌 𝑹𝒆𝒎𝒐𝒗𝒂𝒍 𝑻𝒊𝒎𝒆:- In bridge construction, formwork is temporary but its removal time decides the permanent strength and durability of the structure. 𝑰𝒇 𝒓𝒆𝒎𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒅 𝒕𝒐𝒐 𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒍𝒚 → cracks, deflection, even failure. 𝑰𝒇 𝒓𝒆𝒎𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒅 𝒄𝒐𝒓𝒓𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒍𝒚 → safe, strong, long-lasting bridges. As per 𝑰𝑺 456:2000 & 𝑴𝒐𝑹𝑻𝑯 𝑺𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 1500, here are the standard stripping times (normal conditions): Columns/Walls → 16–24 hrs Slabs → 7–14 days Beams/Arches → 14–21 days Cube test results are more reliable than just counting days. Always ensure that the concrete has gained enough strength before striking formwork. #BridgeEngineering #MoRTH1500 #IS456 #Formwork #ConstructionQuality #CivilEngineering #BridgeDesign

Joint shear check remains one of the key challenges in the design of concrete structures. What are the common strategies you rely on to address this issue? And what alternative approaches have you used to strengthen this critical region? #StructuralEngineering #JointShearCheck #RayanSaze #RayanSazeh

Explore the core precast substructure components redefining how bridges are built - from end bents to columns. Precast solutions offer unmatched speed, durability, and design precision for modern infrastructure. Swipe through to see how each element plays a vital role in making bridges more efficient and resilient. #neosengineering #NEOS #PrecisionEngineering #SmarterSolutions #precastsolutions #precasting #PrecisionEngineering #PrecastConcrete #durability #infrastructure

Why Triangle is a Strong Shape? A triangle is the strongest and most stable shape in construction. The reason is very simple: 1. Fixed Angles: A triangle has three sides and three angles. If the lengths of the sides are fixed, the angles cannot change. This makes the triangle rigid and prevents it from deforming into another shape (unlike a rectangle that can turn into a parallelogram). 2. Load Distribution: When a force or load is applied, it spreads evenly across all three sides. This balance keeps the structure stable. 3. Tension and Compression: In truss structures (bridges, towers, roofs), triangle members carry forces in two ways: Red Members = Compression (pushing force) Blue Members = Tension (pulling force) The bottom side (blue chord) resists the downward load by tension. The diagonal and top members resist compression and prevent collapse. 4. Supports: The green blocks transfer the load safely to the ground. ✅ In short: Triangles are strong because they cannot change shape without breaking. That’s why they are the foundation of trusses, bridges, and buildings. #StructuralEngineering #CivilEngineering #Construction #EngineeringDesign #BridgeEngineering #TrussDesign #LoadDistribution #TensionAndCompression #StrengthOfMaterials #EngineeringConcepts #BuildingStructures #EngineeringEducation

Pre-tension vs Post-tension: How We Make Concrete Stronger Concrete is strong… but only in compression. Under tension, it can crack. The solution: prestressing. Pre-tensioning: cables are tensioned before casting the concrete, then released once it hardens, putting it in compression. Post-tensioning: concrete is cast first, then cables are tensioned afterward using jacks. The result: concrete that resists better, enabling slimmer, longer, and more elegant structures—used in bridges, parking garages, industrial buildings, and thin slabs. It’s like giving concrete an invisible armor. #CivilEngineering #PrestressedConcrete #Engineering #StructuralDesign #FORCE

🏗️ Elevating Construction Excellence with GOWE Adjustable Steel Props! 🏢   Designed for high-rise buildings, commercial complexes, and industrial structures, GOWE Steel Props deliver unmatched vertical support during critical construction phases:   ✅ Slab formwork & beam support   ✅ Renovation & structural reinforcement  ✅ Temporary shoring & stability solutions  Key Advantages:   🔹 Rapid height adjustment for efficient workflow   🔹 Superior load-bearing capacity & safety compliance   🔹 Durable galvanized steel construction   🔹 Reusable across projects for sustainable operations  Ideal for contractors, engineers, and construction firms prioritizing safety, adaptability, and performance. 🛠️📐 Explore applications and technical specs:   👉https://lnkd.in/eZR45BRy 🌱#Gowe Together, Go Further #GOWEGroup #SteelProps #ConstructionTech #ScaffoldingSolutions #BuildingSafety #Formwork #Scaffolding #GOWE #ConstructionInnovation #Steelsupport