LUND BRIDGE Bridge Dismantling AMCO Rail/Network Rail April 2015 The single span underbridge (circa 1905) has been redundant for several years and suffered heavy corrosion on parapet beams and deck plates. Four compound girders formed the main spans, with longitudinal timber way beams. Buried services in the road below included gas mains, HV electric cables and water mains. Ron Hull Demolition were asked by the Client to look for innovative ideas to avoid use of mobile cranes (where possible). After undertaking a feasibility study we conclude a large counterbalance forklift truck could be safely deployed to remove the bridge deck sectionally. Preparation and removal was undertaken during 2 no. night time road closures and blockade on the adjacent live bridge. Possession No. 1 - Preparat

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