The history of the hydraulic jack
6월 2, 2022
The history of the hydraulic jack can be traced all the way back to when the French mathematician and philosopher by the name of Blaise Pascal introduced the principle of the hydraulic jack in the 17th century – what is called Pascal’s principle, or Pascal’s law, today. In 1795, the British engineer Joseph Bramah obtained the ...Read MoreHeavy lifting equipment – Cranes vs. Strand climbers
4월 13, 2022
There are numerous types of different heavy lifting equipment utilized for different things within the world of construction. Some examples include forklifts, winches, hoists, cranes, vacuum lifts, loaders, strand climbers. Each heavy lifting machine uses a unique mechanism to manipulate large and heavy objects where some are able to only move the item up and ...Read MoreHow a strand jack lifting system can effectivize your balanced cantilever bridge construction project
3월 14, 2022
The balanced cantilever bridge construction method is one of the most commonly used concrete bridge construction methods. It involves lifting multiple pre-cast segments into position, each being added in turn to the developing bridge. Cranes have been the go-to solution for lifting heavy loads and objects for decades. But sometimes, because of their sheer size, cost, ...Read MoreEverything you want to know about strand jack lifting processes
3월 12, 2022
Strand jack lifting is a process that utilises hydraulic actions for lifting loads. If numerous strand jacks are assembled together, they can lift thousands of tons of load. A strand jack does not have a lot of weight if considered as an individual machine, and also does not take up a lot of space. These ...Read MoreThings engineers need to consider before they build a bridge
3월 12, 2022
Some of the most massive and expansive engineering projects in history have been to build a bridge. Although the general physics of bridge-building have been established for quite some time, every build a bridge project presents complicated factors that must be taken into consideration while building the bridge. Some of these factors involve the geology ...Read MoreHow does a skidding system work?
2월 16, 2022
Moving horizontal loads has been an art for a long time, even before the ancient Egyptians moved the big stone blocks that would eventually become the pyramids. But in modern times, it has become more of a science than an artform. A hydraulic skidding system, also known as “jack and slide system” is a type ...Read MoreThe three types of slip formwork: Vertical, conical, and horizontal slip formwork
2월 11, 2022
Slipforming is most commonly associated with the construction of vertical, concrete buildings, also sometimes referred to as “traditional slipforming”. However, slip formwork is not limited to vertical structures. Both conical and horizontal slip formwork are also possible. In this article we’ll give a brief overview of these sub-types of slipforming, what types of structures they ...Read MoreAdvantages of a steel superstructure
2월 10, 2022
The use of steel superstructure, also known as steel frame construction, is increasing its market share in the construction as well as the civil engineering sector. It has quickly come to reign supreme for the many advantages it provides. In this article, we’ll give a brief introduction to the steel frame superstructure, why it’s used ...Read MoreThe history of the wooden caissons for Brooklyn Bridge
10월 7, 2021
The Brooklyn Bridge became the longest suspension bridge in the world upon its completion in 1883, but has since been overtaken by many others. The work on the more than a mile long bridge began in 1870, where thousands of workers toiled nearly 14 years to build it, a feat many said couldn’t be accomplished. Two ...Read MoreQuick guide to hydraulic control panels and hydraulic power units
9월 6, 2021
When you choose to use a slipform system or heavy lifting equipment for bridge launching or caisson construction from Bygging-Uddemann, a hydraulic monitor panel and/or control systems are always included to control the equipment in the best way. The master control box and the JMS (Jack Monitor System) are examples of hydraulic control panels/systems: – The master ...Read More
