A CASE STUDY IN ADAPDABILITY:
Pioneering new standards in versatility
THE CHALLENGE:
A leading construction company required secure, weather-protected access for their team to move safely between worker amenities and the main job site. The area presented unique challenges: a vehicle ramp served as a critical thoroughfare for delivery vehicles accessing the laydown area. The solution needed to provide sufficient overhead clearance for heavy vehicles while ensuring workers could safely navigate the site.
THE SUPERACCESS™ SOLUTION:
SuperAccess™ engineered a 30m modular bridge to span the delivery ramp, creating a safe and efficient path for workers to enter level 1 of the main structure. The bridge was designed to allow ample clearance for vehicles passing underneath, while stair boxes on either side of the ramp enabled easy access to the laydown area.
To meet the client’s exact specifications, we provided detailed engineering drawings demonstrating how the solution would work:
Once approved, our team preassembled the bridge and stair boxes at our yard, enabling installation on-site in just half a day, which significantly reduced downtime.
CHANGING NEEDS ONSITE:
Midway through the hire period, the temporary bridge needed to be removed to accommodate a new challenge: the assembly of a 650-tonne mobile crane in the laydown area. As the ramp was designated for building the crane’s boom, the bridge needed to be temporarily dismantled and reinstalled afterward. Showing our flexibility and adaptability, we quickly drew up new engineering plans to accommodate their needs:
The team responded quickly, creating updated engineering plans to meet the client’s changing needs. Thanks to the modular design of our units, the bridge was easily disassembled by three installers in just a few hours and safely stored in a designated area on-site.
While the stair boxes remained in place, we added temporary edge protection and handrails to ensure workers could continue using the stairs safely. The bridge was removed on a Friday afternoon and reinstalled early Monday morning, in time for the client’s team to resume normal site operations without delays.
THE RESULT:
This job showcased the adaptability and efficiency of our modular design. The quick removal and reinstallation of the bridge minimised disruption and saved considerable time compared to traditional methods.
In the remaining six months of the hire period, there will be further modifications to the bridge due to evolving structural design requirements. The bridge will be moved west of its original location, elevated further, and outfitted with additional stair towers and a “dogleg” transition to navigate around an adjoining property.
This project demonstrates the versatility of our access solutions, providing tailored, dynamic designs that evolve with the needs of modern construction sites.
Interested in learning more about how SuperAccess™ can help your project? Contact us today on 1800 297 297 to discuss your project needs.
Disclaimer:
To respect the confidentiality of our client and their project, identifying details such as the client’s name and specific locations have been altered or omitted. The insights and outcomes described in this case study are accurate and reflect the real challenges and solutions provided by SuperAccess™.
