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ABM Erect a 14.5metre Span Structure in an Overnight possession
03/03/2009
ABM Bridge Systems were the suppliers to P.J. Hegarty & Sons, Cork, of a 14.5 m span x 6.0 m rise x 5.25 metre long, Matière Opti Cadre Portal Structure Supplied in 3 no. 1.75 m long units, for Irish Rail.
This structure was installed on Valentines Night February 14th 2009, during an overnight railway possession, between 23.00 Hours Saturday Night and 6.00 Hours Sunday Morning.
The installation was completed on time and during excellent conditions. Conditions were dry, with no wind and a full moon to light the surroundings. It was a nice romantic setting for Valentines night, but I am sure the partners of those in attendance were not fully appreciative.
With the aid of a 350 Tonne crane from William O’Brien Crane Hire, the structure was assembled in 6 Hours, starting at 11.30pm and finishing at 5.30am next morning. The ABM Bridge Systems in house installation crews were employed by PJ Hegarty’s to erect and assemble the structure, separately from our design and supply contract agreement, and this was completed with great success.
Odhran O’Keeffe , Site Agent with PJ Hegarty and Sons/HMC Construction, commented “On the OBT 30f Millstreet Project PJ Hegarty and Sons found ABM provided an excellent service not just in providing design but also by providing an installation service.
Their experience was vital to ensure that the bridge units were installed correctly in a limited time frame. We look forward to working with ABM on many other projects in the future”
ABM also supplied the precast concrete parapets for this structure. The external in-situ heels for the structure were subsequently cast in place by the contractor.
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