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Benefits of Using Safespan®

Safespan® for  bridge maintenance, bridge repair, bridge strengthening, bridge refurbishment.
 

 

Quick to Install

Safespan® increases project output and contractor productivity 

 

Maximising Productivity

Safespan® allows several bridge refurbishment trades to work concurrently 

 

Provides Encapsulation

Safespan® reduces the risk of claims for property damage and personal injury  

 

High Load Capability

Increases the range of bridge refurbishment work that can be undertaken  

 

Low Profile

Reduces the potential stress on the bridge caused by wind loading  

 

Good Working Environment

Promotes safer bridge maintenance working and reduces the risk of injury.  

 

Fully Recyclable

All Safespan® elements can be reused. Damaged pieces can be recycled contributing to a project’s environmental impact plan  

 

Fire Resistant

No wooden components removing the need for special precautions against fire damage  

 

Improves Site Flexibility

Minimal site storage required when compared with scaffolding

 

Low Self-Weight

Saves on secondary strengthening works and avoids unnecessary additional stress to the structure

 

Allows for Maximum Clearance

Eliminates the need for road closures when bridge refurbishment is undertaken. 

 

Easily Cleaned and Drained

Reduces time required during clean up operations.  

 

Aesthetically Pleasing

Reduces environmental impact when undergoing bridge maintenance 

 

Safe

Safespan® provides clear exit routes for safe and orderly evacuation of a structure in the case of fire. Safespan® access platforms allow clear sight lines – there is no diagonal bracing associated with scaffolding

 

Safespan, Tinsley Viaduct 
Tinsley Viaduct