Head Office Details

17 James Street
Wallsend NSW 2287 Australia

Tel:  +61 2 4903 7000
Fax: +61 2 4951 1070

Bridges

What We Have Achieved

Melbourne Street Bridge Replacement

April - July 2011

Client Information

ARTC

  • Duration: 3 months
  • Value: $489,000
  • Location: Melbourne Street, East Maitland
  • Project Details

Scope of Work

Scope included:

  • the fabrication and installation of the new structural steel girders and handrail
  • fabrication and installation of precast elements including abutments and headstocks
  • grouting of bearings and abutments and headstocks
  • excavation of track to replace formation at either end of the bridge and relaying of new formation
  • Installation of new transoms (bridge sleepers) with Huck bolt fastening system
  • relaying of track and rail including Aluminothermic welding.

Significant Achievements

  • Project proceeded and was completed in appalling weather conditions with heavy rainfall throughout project
  • Zero LTI’s and zero safety or environmental incidents
  • Project handed back on time in possession
  • Project completed on time and on budget