The new Witry Bridge in Reims, France has been a very interesting project for Macalloy. Although this design is considered a standard arch bridge design covering a span of 66 m with vertical hangers, what makes this bridge unique is the use of vertical compression struts. Acting solely in tensioning, they were used as hangers […]
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Macalloy were delighted to hear that this new bridge in Salem, North Carolina, USA has won the “Prize Bridge ” award in the special purpose category from the National Steel Bridge Alliance (NSBA) in 2022. The bridge is a unique, multi-ribbed, unbraced tied-arch structure spanning the newly reconstructed Salem Parkway. The design is exquisite. It’s a pleasure […]
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Macalloy’s Engineer Harry Smith and Area Sales Manager Liam Gavin recently visited ARUP in London, where Harry Smith presented a technical presentation to the company’s employees. Macalloy collaborated with ARUP on landmarks like the Renault Building and the London Millennium Bridge. Sustainability and Glulam construction were two of the very interesting subjects discussed. They both really enjoyed […]
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We have put in a lot of time and effort to update our Tensions Structures Brochure. All the technical details are now conveniently laid out on a new data sheet specifically for engineers. Turnbuckles and fin plate details have also been included. The new 550 system, a new grade for the tension rod system, has also […]
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