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  • ASSET BEBO GREEN BRIDGE - ARBORFIELD

    WOKINGHAM, ENGLAND PROJECT OVERVIEW asset International Structures Ltd were able to deliver a significant programme improvement on the Arborfield Cross Relief Road project, by engaging early with the client to understand the site constraints and construction sequencing. The chosen solution was an E66T/0 asset BEBO green bridge with bevel ends (Span: 20.1m Length: 33m Rise: 5.8m). Bevels were brought to site earlier, and temporary propping was fitted adjacent to the road. When lifted into position, this avoids working at height and also accelerated the installation program. PROBLEM SOLVED A typical bevel ended structure installation would see the main barrel of the arch built first, followed by the smaller bevel units. By utilising the generous lay down area available at site, we delivered the asset BEBO bevel units first to the area adjacent to the structure. This allowed temporary works to be fitted to the units on the ground. As a result, the 33m structure was installed in less than 3 days, and harmoniously incorporates the movement of people, wildlife and vehicles. ESG This green structure is the perfect example of providing wildlife connectivity across a busy highway. Our aim is to always respect the surrounding landscape, and we design our asset BEBO structures to fit the existing terrain. This green bridge also provides a social benefit by enabling walkers and cyclists to use the footpath above the busy road below. asset BEBO Green Bridges supply key ESG benefits, including reducing wildlife collisions, improving safety, as well as addressing the chronic ecological problem of habitat fragmentation.

  • ASSET BEBO ARCH & VSOL WALLS - NORTH DEVON LINK ROAD

    NORTH DEVON, ENGLAND PROJECT OVERVIEW Early engagement with consultants was made to specify an asset BEBO precast concrete arch for the North Devon Link Road project. Our continuous collaboration with the end contractors enabled us to overcome every challenge through a customised, precast modular solution. Our engineering team were challenged to produce a bespoke design incorporating a traditional masonry structure effect, whilst keeping the benefit of a high-quality, off-site manufactured, modular solution. The final structure was a 30m span, T94 asset BEBO Arch, installed over a live carriageway. It was essential to maintain the operation of the existing carriageway, which is a strategic route across North Devon. Any disruption would have caused lengthy diversions and had a detrimental effect to social value. Pigmented concrete created coloured parapet walls, adding a beautiful aesthetic touch to this unique project. PROBLEM SOLVED The challenge: Provide a safe crossing point for a local road across a busy dual carriageway, while allowing the existing road to remain operational. The solution: Our asset BEBO Arch structure was installed on site, above the existing dual carriageway. The new structure created a safe crossing point for a local road, improving health and safety. The new arch enables the traffic to continue along the critical route that serves much of the North Devon tourism industry. ESG There were many ESG considerations during each stage of this project, as follows: Local bridge aesthetic - the new structure had to blend into the environment and not feel out of place, contributing to the structural heritage of the surrounding area. Wildlife consideration - through bespoke wall panel solutions to accommodate bat roosting boxes. Driver’s fatigue - asset BEBO arches reduce driver’s fatigue by providing structural differentiation.

  • ASSET BEBO TRIPLE ARCH - MIDLETON DISTILLERY

    MIDLETON, IRELAND PROJECT OVERVIEW This impressive triple arch system comprises of 2x T17.5 arches, 1x T22.5 arch with bevel ends over a watercourse, plus an additional E24 square-ended asset BEBO concrete arch positioned over a separate watercourse running parallel to the first. This installation is situated at Midleton Distillery, County Cork, Ireland. Midleton Distillery is home to iconic whiskey brands Jameson, Redbreast, and Powers, combining historic buildings with modern distilling. The distillery was established in 1825 by the Murphy brothers, and has evolved over the years into a state-of-the-art facility and production hub. PROBLEM SOLVED A new site is currently being developed, with a need to transport whiskey from the existing distillery to the new site. The purpose of the asset BEBO concrete arches is to facilitate smooth transportation, as well as to create voids within the embankment to mitigate floods within the area. ESG Along with the many environmental benefits associated with asset BEBO green bridges, the main ESG driver for this project was flood mitigation. Two of the four concrete arches were constructed over watercourses, allowing water to flow through the embankment and provide (along with the two remaining arches) flood alleviation between the old and new sites.

  • ASSET BEBO ARCH - HAMPTON PARK

    LITTLE HAMPTON, WEST SUSSEX PROJECT OVERVIEW Hampton Park, a new housing estate based in Little Hampton, West Sussex, required an arch structure within the wetlands area of the site. The purpose of the structure was to accommodate a carriageway, shared cycleway / footway and associated verges and embankments. The asset BEBO Arch E15.5mT (bevel ended), with a span of 14.4m, a 2.9m rise and an arch thickness of 476mm, provides active travel connectivity by linking two phases of the development together. PROBLEM SOLVED This project was particularly challenging due to the difficult ground conditions. The modular nature of our asset BEBO Arch proved to be the perfect solution, and was assembled in segments and stitched together using reinforced concrete at the apex. The reinforced embankments utilised lightweight Leca fill to reduce the loading on the sub-structure. Aesthetically pleasing bevelled concrete arches provide an excellent example of why our technology is used for highway structures, green bridges and within housing developments. ESG This impressive concrete structure provides three core ESG benefits to the scheme: Habitat creation – Connecting local wildlife and preserving existing habitats Flood mitigation – The void within the embankment creates capacity in a flood event Social connectivity – Reducing congestion and providing active travel route

  • ASSET BEBO GREEN BRIDGE - A9 DUALLING SCHEME

    LUNCARTY, SCOTLAND PROJECT OVERVIEW asset International Structures Ltd developed an elliptical 30m span E30mT asset BEBO arch solution for the A9 Dualling scheme at Luncarty, Scotland. The wide span allowed the structure to be built over an existing watercourse without disturbing the natural streambed, and to also accommodate an access track linking agricultural land on either side of the new highway. PROBLEM SOLVED A new road was required over a watercourse (within a green belt area) as part of the Dualling scheme, with the aim to make the route safer and increase capacity. The chosen structure needed to blend into the surrounding landscape not only from an aesthetic point of view, but also from an ESG standpoint. ESG asset BEBO Green Bridges have been designed with surrounding wildlife and ecosystems in mind. The E30mT asset BEBO Green Bridge was ultimately chosen due to its slender sections and bevel end finish, reducing social impact and providing connectivity to the surrounding areas of Luncarty.

  • ASSET FRP FLOODGATE ACCESS STEPS - CORPORATION ROAD

    NEWPORT, SOUTH WALES PROJECT OVERVIEW The asset FRP Access Steps located over a concrete floodwall at Corporation Road Floodgate, formed part of the flood remediation package at Stephenson Street to protect local businesses and housing. Due to increased speed of installation and to keep the program on track, asset FRP was utilised for this project. The versatile material complies with all applicable standards, including meeting the new standard for accessible and inclusive environments BS 8300. PROBLEM SOLVED The asset FRP solution enabled easy public access across the flood wall to help maintain the Wales Coastal Walk route. The 2m high concrete wall underneath the new steps acts as a sliding floodgate to protect nearby properties. The main driver for this project was to provide access over the floodgate (as it is a public right of way), hence why asset FRP was chosen as the solution. ESG There are many ESG benefits of installing the modular asset FRP system in this environment, including: Improved social connectivity Low carbon footprint material Sustainable development Flood mitigation Environmental protection Our asset FRP products also elevate site safety by reducing the risk of accidents with lighter handling materials, minimising the need for heavy machinery use. This also contributes to the low carbon impact of the solution.

  • ASSET BEBO ARCH & VSOL WALLS - NANSLEDAN

    NANSLEDAN VILLAGE, CORNWALL PROJECT OVERVIEW We were approached by Network Rail to provide a solution to accommodate a road over a railway line situated in Cornwall, which would enable site access to a new sustainable village called Nansledan, which is Cornish for ‘broad valley’. Once constructed, the proposed structure would not only connect site access to Nansledan, but also to the surrounding communities. Nansledan is a land-efficient housing development using low-carbon materials. The village is less car-dependent, and also drives a sustainable local economy that helps the community thrive. The chosen structure for the project was an E72 asset BEBO Arch, square ended (22.6m span, 8.5m rise, 13.27m length), with VSoL walls. PROBLEM SOLVED Constructed over two night possessions, the arch structure was assembled directly over the rail line to enable rail transport to continue during normal daytime operating hours. In doing so, this eliminated disruption to rail networks, train operating companies as well as users and commuters. ESG Nansledan is a sustainable community, and is a perfect example of how the community’s environmental considerations align with our own here at asset. The new asset BEBO Arch and VSoL walls have improved social value by eliminating disruption, and have enabled connectivity to and from the village. We also utilised locally sourced material for this project, namely the VSoL walls, which were granite clad using local materials to minimise carbon emissions. asset BEBO concrete arches minimise embodied carbon through slender units with reduced structural fill requirements. As per our Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for our asset BEBO Precast Concrete Arch, the Global Warming Potential (GWP) A1-A3 per cubic metre of concrete arch is 435kgCO2e.

  • ASSET FRP KING POST WALL - HUDDERSFIELD

    TRANSPENNINE ROUTE UPGRADE (TRU), HUDDERSFIELD PROJECT OVERVIEW In conjunction with the TransPennine Route Upgrade (TRU), we were approached to provide a solution for a retained wall situated alongside an active rail line, based in Huddersfield. The main driver for the project was carbon efficiency, and a series of concrete panels was initially considered for the project. asset FRP was the chosen solution due to its lightweight, durable material, which reduces installation times along with carbon emissions by achieving less energy consumption. PROBLEM SOLVED The asset FRP panels helped to reduce on-site gearing, which would have been required for on-site concrete construction. The modular system expedited the installation process through ease of manual installation instead of relying on heavy lifting gear and machinery. ESG There were a number of ESG benefits to installing an asset FRP King Post Wall for this TRU project, including: Carbon Reduction - Making improvements to work schedules during blockades, due to a reduction of on-site installation activity Health & Safety - Retaining soil behind the asset FRP King Post Wall avoided potential H&S risks of soil spillage onto a live rail track Reduced Emissions - Less road loads to site due to lightweight products compared to traditional products Global Warming Potential (GWP) - The GWP (A1-A3) per kilogramme of FRP is 2.2219kg CO2e

  • ASSET FRP PEDESTRIAN ACCESS BRIDGE - STEPHENSON STREET

    NEWPORT, SOUTH WALES PROJECT OVERVIEW We were approached to offer a solution for the Stephenson Street Pedestrian Access Ramp Project. The initial specification called for a steel structure to form the access platform and staircase structures in a flood plain area, adjacent to the River Usk in Newport, South Wales. AIS produced a concept solution for the project that meets the geometric criteria, as well as offering additional benefits to the scheme by utilising asset FRP as an alternative material. The decision to pursue an asset FRP solution was driven by specific project challenges; remote access, ground conditions, aggressive environment in the tidal estuary, enhancing public safety by incorporating a non-slip finish. PROBLEM SOLVED The asset FRP solution combines beams, parapet sections and deck panels, ensuring that all structural members are steel-free. The lightweight proposed asset FRP solution addressed project challenges with difficult ground conditions. The substructure requirement was minimised against a steel structure by reducing material and plant requirements. Lightweight and modular, asset FRP Bridges have many benefits over traditional structures. The modular system was easy to install, as sections were bolted together to form the complete system. The asset FRP structure has a 6m x 5m midsection and two ramps equalling 62.5m, with an average weight of 118kg per meter. The raised platform above a flood wall is virtually maintenance free throughout the 50-year design life. ESG Due to the project location within a tidal flood zone, asset FRP has the benefit of being corrosion resistant. asset FRP is a lightweight material typically offering a 40% weight saving against steel structures. This reduces the installation equipment required on site along with the haulage demand, reducing the environmental and social impact of the project.

  • ASSET TWIN BEBO ARCH (WITH VSOL PANELS) - CHAPEL ROAD

    CHAPEL ROAD, CAMBOURNE (CORNWALL) PROJECT OVERVIEW We were approached to design and supply a concrete bridge structure over a carriageway parallel to a watercourse, along with a live road running over the top. As the exclusive BEBO licensee for the UK and Ireland, delivering precast arch structures since 2006, we proposed an asset BEBO twin arch solution for the project. A C42 Twin BEBO Arch with VSoL rectangular panels and N2 containment precast parapets was chosen as the suitable solution, which is located in Chapel Road, Camborne (Cornwall). Our project brief was to mirror an old masonry bridge structure using local granite, creating a heritage aesthetic sympathetic to the local infrastructure of the area. This project is particularly significant, as 2025 marks the 10 years anniversary of the bridge installation. PROBLEM SOLVED The main challenge that we faced was how we delivered the complex system in a timely and safe manner. The high quality, off site manufactured modular precast units were delivered to site in sequence, providing an efficient installation and a safe working environment. The flexibility of the robust solution also allowed for fixing the heavy granite stone directly to the precast structure, creating the desired aesthetic and structural requirements as per the initial project brief. ESG The asset BEBO twin arch addressed numerous ESG concerns, as follows: Social connectivity - connecting travel routes from wider communities to Chapel Road Utilising local stone - by supporting regional businesses, with the aim of producing a consistent aesthetic Protecting local wildlife - within the watercourse running beneath the concrete arch Traffic management - reducing impact to commuters and alleviating disruption to traffic

  • ASSET BEBO TRIPLE ARCH - HARTLAND VILLAGE

    FLEET, HAMPSHIRE PROJECT OVERVIEW The picturesque Hartland Village based in Fleet, Hampshire, utilises a triple span asset BEBO E24 structure, to provide an attractive access road to a housing development. Differing sized asset BEBO Arches have been used to create an aesthetic humpback feature bridge, which has been brick clad to a contemporary finish. The bridge is situated over a man-made lake at the lakeside area entrance, and features built-in lighting columns that blend in perfectly with the new residential environment. The aim was to create a showpiece bridge structure as a gateway to this prestigious housing development. The original concept for this project was to mimic a contemporary masonry arch viaduct crossing a watercourse. PROBLEM SOLVED This structure is a perfect example of the benefits of replacing an in-situ solution with a modular precast system. AIS facilitated a design change to the modular asset BEBO system that improved programme compared to the in-situ solution. Another challenge we overcame by installing a precast system during winter was weather and temperature issues, which would have caused curing problems, had the concrete been mixed and poured on site. ESG From an ESG perspective, the off-site manufactured solution improved health and safety on the project by removing the risk of labour-intensive activities next to a watercourse. AIS are committed to reducing the environmental impact of our products and investigating innovative ways of producing asset BEBO arches.

  • ASSET BEBO ARCH & VSOL WALLS - N22 BYPASS

    MACROOM BYPASS, IRELAND PROJECT OVERVIEW The N22 Macroom Bypass project features the construction of a 22km dual carriageway, constructed offline of the existing N22. The project has 130 structures including river crossings, road underbridges, culverting and underpasses. Asset International Structures Ltd secured 29 asset VSoL wall structures totalling approximately 10,000sqm of cross panel, along with 12 asset BEBO arch culverts with precast head and wing walls. The asset BEBO arch structures form flood relief culverts for flood balancing on either side of the main highway. PROBLEM SOLVED The asset BEBO arch provided cost savings to the project as a result of less precast material being needed. The asset BEBO bottomless culvert reduced the requirement for in-situ concrete, and provided a fully modular precast culvert system to benefit program and plant requirements. To help improve health and safety onsite, AIS offered the asset BEBO arch units with waterproofing already applied to concrete surfaces prior to delivery to site. This ensured that the process could be carried out efficiently in a controlled factory environment. It eliminated the need for working at height, as well as the associated health and safety risks. ESG The asset BEBO solution offered carbon savings for the project due to the reduced number of culvert crossings, leading to less material requirements. The environmental benefit (compared to the alternative solution) was a key factor in the adoption of asset BEBO for this project. The asset VSoL walls also reduced the site program and added social benefit to the scheme by reducing the environmental impact on the local community. The solution eliminated the need for onsite activities such as concrete pours which would have increased site traffic and noise pollution to the surrounding community. Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for both our asset BEBO Arches (GWP Total: 435kg CO2 per 1m3) and VSoL Retained Earth Wall Systems (GWP Total: 278kg CO2 per 1m3) enable us to demonstrate our commitment to carbon reduction within our concrete products.

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