Formwork and shoring systems for highly engineered bridge construction projects

Bridges for road, rail and metro projects can pose some of the most complex formwork and shoring challenges. Altrad RMD Kwikform has extensive knowledge and experience in bridge constructions, covering everything from composite bridges being built in-situ to suspension bridges and supporting the delivery of precast sections.

Factors such as the length of the bridge in question, the construction sequence and its location and proximity to other structures can all have an impact on the best formwork and shoring solutions for the job. For example, the bridge may be adjacent to or go over a rail line, in which case solid boarding will need to be used to provide assured debris protection.

Our team of experienced engineers will work closely with you to develop temporary works solutions that meet your bridge project’s specific requirements.

Shoring and Formwork on a bridge application for the East Corridor Bridge in Qatar

Doha East Corridor Bridge

RMD Kwikform's temporary works on Jeddah Bridge

Key considerations

  • The surrounding terrain
    The surrounding terrain can have an impact on the formwork and falsework specified. For instance, if ground conditions are poor or unstable, then it might not be possible to place falsework directly onto it.
  • Loads and wind speeds
    The loads of precast sections and factors such as wind speeds are vital to consider in bridge projects. For example, on the world’s longest sea-crossing structure – the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge – one key challenge was designing support structures for the placement of two precast segment on pier base slabs. The answer? A heavy-duty shoring system that can cope with the strong sea winds and that was lifted into place via a deck-mounted crane.

Products

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Megashor - Shoring System

Rapidshor - Modular Steel Shoring System

Superslim Soldiers - Beam Formwork

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