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Inspection complete

Iain — Mon, 15 Nov 2021 11:00:12 +0000

The bridge represents the state’s first orthotropic bridge deck, a lightweight structural steel deck plate featuring longitudinal ribs and transverse floor beams under a wearing-surface covered steel plate. An orthotropic design offers greater structural efficiency due to reduced need for concrete as well as a 100-year life span. Among the benefits of the new Wittpenn Bridge include additional…

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Under scrutiny

Iain — Thu, 17 Jun 2021 09:59:52 +0000

You’ve been working for over 25 years in infrastructure inspection and non-destructive testing, and founded AEIS in 2008. What is the role of inspection in today’s infrastructure landscape? President Biden recently announced a $2 trillion plan to repair and revitalize the country’s infrastructure. This is a major step forward to rebuilding the nation’s aging infrastructure which ranks lower than…

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