All EAW Trench Shield aluminium trench bridges meet the relevant standards and the minimum requirement of 2.5kN per square metre of floor area. We can supply trench bridges from 3000mm to 14000mm long. All our trench bridges have built-in lift points, some with a single-point lift in the centre.
Our trench bridges can be supplied with a centre gate on one or both sides. They can also be made with built-in davit arm sockets, in which case they include drop-down stabiliser legs to prevent tipping when the davit arm is in use. The centre gates double as a ladder support, with a built-in ladder clamp on the gate, and provision is made on the centre lift point for a fall arrest unit.
EAW Trench Shield Trench Bridges and Walkways meet Australian Standards
All EAW Trench Shield trench bridges and walkways meet the requirements of both:
- AS 1657:2013 Fixed platforms, walkways, stairways and ladders: design, construction and installation.
- AS 1664 Aluminium structures.
EAW Trench Shield aluminium pedestrian and trench bridges meet the minimum requirement of 2.5kN per square metre of floor area.
EAW Trench Shield Trench Bridges and Walkways Uses and Purposes
EAW Trench Shield trench bridges and walkways can be used in many situations in the construction industry, in parks and for other purposes. Here are some examples.
Bridges for Construction Work
For construction work, EAW Trench Shield bridges come in different lengths and widths to suit the project, from 3000mm to 10000mm long and 900mm to 1500mm wide. Our bridges can include access gates in the centre of the side rails to provide safe access to a ladder for entering the excavation. When open, the gate provides a safe anchor point for the ladder, and a flip-over bar keeps the ladder opening safe at all times. Construction bridges can be supplied with a single-point lift connection, making it easier to move the bridge from one place to another and saving valuable time.
Pedestrian Bridges for Councils and National Parks
EAW Trench Shield pedestrian bridges are available from 2000mm to 14000mm long and 1000mm to 2000mm wide, and can be designed as a temporary or permanent structure. Our pedestrian bridges come with a fully compliant non-slip surface or non-slip mesh floor.
Using our exclusive extrusions, we can design a bridge for you or build one to your own design. EAW Trench Shield uses a grade of aluminium alloy with a higher yield strength than mild steel. As a result, our bridges are approximately 30% of the weight of an equivalent steel bridge and do not rust. Bridges can be supplied powder coated or left in the natural aluminium finish.
We can supply all design calculations to meet any standard you require. If you need clearance under a bridge, we can design ramps or steps up to the bridge. Wheelchair access can be provided where there is enough space for a ramp at a 1 in 14 gradient.
Custom Bridges for Other Purposes
Have a factory with conveyors or above-ground pipes that you need pedestrian access over? An EAW Trench Shield bridge, custom made to suit your requirements, is what you need. All we need is a sketch and a few measurements and we can supply you with a SolidWorks CAD drawing and a quote.
We are a major supplier of equipment to the below-ground construction industry Australia wide. You will find EAW Trench Shield trench shoring, Ladder Mate access units, ramps and bridges on many major construction sites across Australia.
Contact the team at EAW Trench Shield today about your next bridge or walkway
