Summer Driving Tips For Handling Highway and Bridge Construction Projects

It’s summer and that means highway and bridge construction. Almost anywhere one may live throughout the United States, local, regional, and state highway and transportation agencies are usually hard at work making improvements or additions to the nation’s roads, highways, and bridges. Even small and out-of-the-way locales like Fallon, Nevada, have road workers and construction […]

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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 Benefits of Working with a Professional Bridge Inspection Equipment Rental Company

While bridge inspection equipment can often be rented from various vendors, not every provider of these types of equipment are necessarily professional. It’s not unusual for some firms to rent equipment their staff are less than competent to operate or answer questions about. The problem that immediately arises for anyone looking for bridge inspection equipment […]

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The Advantages of Renting Hi-Rail Trucks for Short-Term Projects

The Benefits of Outsourcing Hi-Rail Truck Rental Services

While not as vast as the trucking industry, freight rail in the United States represents a major segment of the goods being transported around the nation. According to the Association of American Railroads (AAR), freight rail accounts for close to 40 percent of long-distance ton-miles, which is more than any other mode of transportation. The […]

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Bridge and Aerial Access Equipment, Construction Services, and Traffic Safety

The Benefits Of Working With A Professional Hi-Rail Truck Rental Company

Hi-rail trucks are used for a wide variety of tasks on our nation’s railway systems. For those who may be unfamiliar with the term, “hi-rail” is short for highway-railroad and refers to the travel capability of specialized vehicles known as hi-rail trucks. These types of trucks are commonly used in the railroad industry. Hi-rail trucks […]

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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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The Importance of Proper Safety Measures During Bridge Inspections

The Importance of Proper Safety Measures During Bridge Inspections

In the United States, highway bridge inspections are conducted practically every day somewhere in the country. With over 600,000 bridges that must be inspected at least once every two years, it’s reasonable to assume that as many as that over 800 inspections are taking place daily. And this underscores the importance of maintaining safety measures […]

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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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