Bridge deck overlays are most often used on existing bridges when their decks require rehabilitation, or when there is a lack of coverage of the deck’s steel reinforcement. However, bridge deck...
While many people use “cement” and “concrete” interchangeably, there are clear distinctions between the two materials. In this article, we break down the difference between these two building...
“Bridge preservation is defined as actions or strategies that prevent, delay or reduce deterioration of bridges or bridge elements, restore the function of existing bridges, keep bridges in good...
Updated 7/10/2020 Current figures suggest that one in three U.S. bridges are structurally deficient and in need of repair work. Bridge rehabilitation typically occurs when a bridge receives a GCR...
UHPC Defined Ultra High Performance Concrete (UHPC) is a new class of concrete that has been developed in recent decades for its exceptional properties of strength and durability. This high...
US bridges are currently at aC+ rating, meaning that nearly 10% of all American bridges are structurally deficient, and nearly 40% are past their capacity to remain structurally efficient. To...