Exploring the SNOOPER® Truck: Understanding Its Role and Functions

While commonly recognized as an underbridge inspection and maintenance vehicle, not every such truck can be called a SNOOPER®. This term has been colloquially used for nearly half a century to describe articulated boom lift trucks, yet “SNOOPER®” is a protected trademark specifically denoting the renowned series of vehicles produced by Paxton-Mitchell Co., LLC. As […]

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How McClain Can Help Make Your Next Bridge Maintenance Project Easier

Bridge Maintenance Made Easy with McClain’s Expertise and Equipment

With more than 615,000 highway bridges scattered across the United States – along with almost 100,000 railroad bridges – bridge maintenance is a constant endeavor. There are numerous tasks that must be carried out both on a regular basis as well as periodically “as needed” when it comes to bridge maintenance. These include bridge repairs, […]

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The Advantages Of Mobile Under Bridge Inspection Equipment

There are several methods for gaining under bridge access for bridge inspections. And, until the advent of the so-called snooper truck or under bridge access vehicle, these methods were somewhat tedious, inherently risky, and time-consuming. Today, thanks in large part to the introduction of the Paxton-Mitchell under bridge inspection and maintenance truck almost 60 years […]

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The Advantages of Routine Maintenance Inspections

The Advantages of Routine Maintenance Inspections

Americans in the United States pass over highway and other roadway bridges millions of times each day, almost never giving them much thought aside, perhaps, from the tolls on certain bridges. However, when a highway bridge experiences a major repair issue – or worse – drivers often take on a renewed interest in bridge safety. […]

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How To Choose The Right Bridge Inspection Equipment For Your Needs

How To Choose The Right Bridge Inspection Equipment For Your Needs

Choosing the right bridge inspection equipment is critical to ensure the safety of the inspectors and the accuracy of the inspection results. There are several factors to consider when selecting the right equipment, including the location of the bridge inspection, the type and size of the bridge, and the specific requirements of the inspection. In […]

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The Impact of Climate Change on Bridge Inspections and Maintenance

The Impact of Climate Change on Bridge Inspections and Maintenance

There are many factors that affect and impact the implementation of regular highway bridge inspections and maintenance work. Among these are economic factors, legislative changes, social and political trends, as well as the more immediate influence of weather and meteorological events. In addition, increased traffic and the added stress and road this can create can […]

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How McClain Is Making An Impact With Tunnel and Bridge Repairs In 2023

How McClain Is Making An Impact With Tunnel and Bridge Repairs In 2023

When it comes to the work required for highway tunnel and bridge repairs, there are two major requirements. These are the funding needed to finance the projects and the specialized equipment that must be used to provide the access needed for the work to be accomplished. Of course, there are several other required elements, such […]

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Updates On Major Transportation Department Bridge Inspection Programs

Updates On Major Transportation Department Bridge Inspection Programs

One of the fundamental aspects of transportation infrastructure maintenance is the regular, or routine, inspection of highway bridges. And an essential element are the various bridge inspection programs that are in place or being initiated by transportation departments across the country. In addition, bridge inspections are conducted on new construction as well as for various […]

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