Published: Građevinar 57 (2005) 2
Paper type: Professional paper
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Plant for launching prefabricated girders or segments
Abstract
The plant used for launching girders and prefabricated segments during construction of bridges and viaducts is described. The technology of this plant, used for local transport of girders and elements, and for their final installation, is described in detail. The author also describes all components of the plant which, regarded as a whole, is also called launching scaffold, mobile truss, or launching truss. Advantages gained by using this scaffold on construction projects are presented, and the emphasis is placed on the proper use of the plant.
Keywordsscaffold, installation, truss, girder launching, bearings, segment launching, plant