Great Yarmouth Third River Crossing
WJ Industrial's Pioneering Application in the New Great Yarmouth Bascule Bridge
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Summary
WJ Industrial faced a unique challenge in the application of antiskid on the Great Yarmouth Third River Crossing Bascule Bridge. Working alongside major project partners like BAM Farrans and Norfolk County Council, WJ Industrial successfully ensured precision, resilience, and quality in one of the UK’s major civil engineering feats.
Two 770-tonne
Bridge Leaves Completed
385m²
Footway Application
22mm & 8mm
Unique Build Up of Applications, Double Layered
1150m²
Total Roadway Application
Objectives
WJ Industrial were approached to provide a superior-quality antiskid application for both the roadway and the footway sections of the bridge. All while addressing the challenges of time-sensitive operations due to the logistics of multiple river crossings in a day and ensuring the bridge’s safety and longevity through meticulous application techniques.
Solutions
Leveraging their expertise, WJ Industrial deployed captive shot blasting using diesel ride-on machines for work preparation. Following surface preparation, we applied Beegrip Bimagrip LS & HD, ensuring a robust and long-lasting grip on the unique build-up application tailored to the specific requirements of both the roadway (20mm) and the footway (8mm). Strategic planning was key throughout the project, which entailed a significant portion of the work being executed in Ghent before being transferred to Great Yarmouth, maximising efficiency while ensuring quality.
Results
Through strategic planning, advanced methodologies, and unparalleled expertise, WJ Industrial delivered a superior antiskid solution for the Herring Bridge. This not only ensures the safety and durability of the bridge but also underscores WJ Industrial’s reputation as a leader in surface preparation and applications.
Our work on the Great Yarmouth Third River Crossing stands as a testament to WJ Industrial’s commitment to precision, quality, and innovative solutions. We’re proud to have contributed to a project that promises enhanced safety and efficiency for the community.
Josh Workman, Commercial Director, WJ Industrial
Thank you Josh. I heard the weather set us back a bit but unfortunately couldn't be helped in the end. Appreciate all your efforts and support, a really good job very well done. If I hear anything upcoming I'll be sure to recommend you!
Jason Dalton, Project Quantity Surveyor, Bam Nuttall