Ohio's Construction Boom

Ohio’s Construction Boom

Economic forecasters predict a slowdown in the construction industry. However, this does not seem to apply to Ohio's metropolitan area. Our buckeye state is experiencing a construction boom with more than $4 billion in new starts (this year)…
Using Construction Technology To Make Up For Labor Shortages

Utilizing Construction Technology to Make Up for Labor Shortages

Since the Great Recession, the construction industry has yet to recover from skilled labor shortages. This is true due to the loss of millions of jobs between 2006-2011. As the industry is withstanding thousands of unfilled positions, construction…
Incorporating High Tech On The Eisenhower Memorial Construction

Eisenhower Memorial: Incorporating High-Tech Construction

Looking back, the construction industry has evolved to fit into the digital world of today. Companies are experiencing major innovation improvements in structure design. Things like utilizing virtual and augmented reality to ideate, construct,…
The Importance of Bridge Building Scheduling

The Importance of Bridge Building Scheduling

Did you know that some places in the United States and around the globe impose certain restraints when it comes to bridge building? For example, Mission Bay area of San Diego does not allow bridge construction from Memorial Day to Labor Day.…
Scaling Down Steel Bridge Construction Time

Scaling Down Steel Bridge Construction Time

Efficient steel bridge construction includes high quality engineering and manufacturing of the structure. This is especially true for replacing aging and deteriorating infrastructure. So, an important component that sets bridge companies apart…
Liberty Bridge Project Recap In Morovis

Liberty Bridge Project in Morovis, Puerto Rico

It’s been over a year since Puerto Rico survived the biggest hurricane in its history. Since then, the communities affected have adapted to a new life with new bridges. One of these communities is Morovis, which is thriving with a Liberty…
Cambridge Bridge Project

Cambridge Bridge Project in Temecula, CA

U.S. Bridge is proud to extend its services to communities in need of bridges. Whether it is locally or globally, we provide bridges that will last and serve a purpose. Our different bridge styles not only enhance the aesthetics of the area…
U.S. Bridge Freedom Series Thru Truss

U.S. Bridge Freedom Series Thru Truss

Searching for a bridge design that marries both form and function? Both structurally sound and aesthetically pleasing, the Freedom Series Thru Truss refers to a type of high or box truss bridge that utilizes portal frames to increase span capacity.…
Liberty Series Bridge In Peru

Liberty Series Bridge Project in Peru

With more than 80 years of experience, U.S. Bridge has provided countless bridges to multiple communities around the world. One of which is in a remote area in Peru. The Liberty Series bridge project in Peru required a bridge that met two requirements:…
U.S. Bridge Global Operations

U.S. Bridge Global Operations

U.S. Bridge has decades of experience in manufacturing, engineering, and installing steel bridges. Our company proudly serves communities in the United States and around the world with thousands of bridge projects in more than 50 countries.…
Historical Rehabs

Historical Rehabs: Restoring Historic Bridges of Ohio

There is something special about historical bridges. Their beauty not only tells a story of the place, but also evokes curiosity about their architecture and history. There are many historic bridges throughout Ohio. However, a lot of them are…
Mafia Island Bridge Project

Mafia Island Bridge Project – Mafia Island – Tanzania

Located in the Indian Ocean just 20 miles from mainland Tanzania, Mafia Island is part of the Tanzanian Zanzibar Archipelago. With a population of just over 40,000, you could say this is a small island, yet it offers remarkable experiences to…
Green And Sustainable Is The New Bridge Design

Green and Sustainable Is the New Bridge Design

The use of green and sustainable resources is seen more and more today. Many people have adopted this lifestyle in all aspects, from food, to the cars we drive. And now, the construction industry is following suit. All across the globe there…
S. Bridge Invests In New Peddinghaus Manufacturing Equipment

U.S. Bridge Invests in New Peddinghaus Manufacturing Equipment

At U.S. Bridge we pride ourselves on the quality of our work. Behind every good, long-lasting bridge, there is a team using state of the art machinery. We believe in investing in equipment that guarantees the best results and makes the manufacturing…
Hurricane Maria Statistics In Puerto Rico

Hurricane Maria Statistics in Puerto Rico

Immediately following the Puerto Rico hurricane, 100 percent of the island was without power. Additionally, parts of the island had become completely isolated due to the loss of bridges and roadways. Many of these structures were either swept…
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How it Works: Engineering Bridges To Handle Stress

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Bridges are often seen as immovable structures, but in truth, they are quite dynamic. Bridges must be engineered to move with environmental stressors in order to avoid unnecessary wear and tear. Additionally, different load types, weather conditions,…
Steel Bridge Structure

Steel Bridge Structure

As more scrutiny is being placed on our infrastructure, questions have also arisen regarding lasting and cost-efficient building solutions. One of these solutions for repairing our roadways is the widespread use of steel bridges. Using steel…
"Buy American, Hire American": The U.S. Steel Industry Supports a Robust Initiative

“Buy American, Hire American”: The U.S. Steel Industry Supports a Robust Initiative

One of the Trump Administration's rallying cries - "buy American, hire American" - is finding support among many American industries, including the U.S. Steel Industry. Already a strong supporter of American-made and American-built products,…
Rapid, Successful, Unique Bridge Design Completed in just 26 Days

Rapid, Successful, Unique Bridge Design Completed in just 26 Days

A bridge construction project that's done in under 30 days - it's almost unheard of, but in Muskingum County, Ohio, that's exactly what happened. A bridge required replacement and initial estimates were that construction of the new would take…
Truss Bridge Design Improves Traffic Safety While Reducing Project Costs

Truss Bridge Design Improves Traffic Safety While Reducing Project Costs

History of Existing Bridges The old wooden bridges on both Ezell Road and Overhead Bridge Road in Spartanburg County, S.C., were in need of replacement. The load ratings on both bridges had been decreased due to their deficient SD ratings.…