Compo-Girder® Channel Beams
Pioneer Precast Products’ Compo-Girder® Channel Beams stand out as a preferred choice among Contractors and Engineers for short bridge construction due to several key advantages:
- Versatility in Shapes & Camber: These beams offer a wide range of shapes and camber options, allowing for flexibility in design and construction.
- Ease of Installation: They can be installed without cranes, simplifying the construction process and reducing costs associated with heavy machinery.
- Accessibility for Utilities: They provide excellent access for "hidden" utilities, facilitating more manageable maintenance and integration of infrastructure components within the bridge structure.
- Unrestricted Web Height: Unlike conventional beams, Compo-Girder® Channel Beams have an unrestricted web height, offering more design freedom and adaptability.
- Aesthetic Potential: They provide aesthetic possibilities that enhance the overall look of the bridge, meeting both functional and visual design requirements.
- High Strength-to-Weight Ratio: Compared to prestressed box beams, these channel beams offer a superior strength-to-weight ratio. This translates to fewer beams needed for the same load-bearing capacity and easier handling during transportation and installation.
- Durability and Design Flexibility: The beams are shallower in depth than steel beams but offer enhanced durability due to their concrete web. They also feature greater arch/camber versatility, allowing for efficient adaptation to varying structural requirements.
- Load Handling Capability: They are designed to handle any load fatigue requirement, ensuring reliability and longevity in bridge construction.
- Deck Flexibility: The deck can be "winged" cantilevered to accommodate specific roadway, sidewalk, or curb configurations, enhancing functionality and design adaptability.
Overall, Pioneer Precast Products’ Compo-Girder® Channel Beams combine structural integrity with practical advantages that cater to the diverse needs of bridge construction projects.
Their popularity among Contractors and Engineers is underscored by their performance, versatility, and cost-effectiveness. For more details on pricing and availability, contact Pioneer Precast Products directly.