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GRP Permanent Formwork – Offsite Installation with Permadec
Permadec recently supported a major bridge project by delivering a lightweight GRP permanent formwork system that was installed directly onto beams offsite at the precast yard. Once the beams were delivered to site, each arrived with the formwork already installed — eliminating the need for separate deck formwork installation onsite. This reduced cranage requirements to…
Read MoreNew Project Photos: GRP Permanent Formwork on Breakfast Creek Green Bridge
We’ve added a fresh gallery of photos showcasing GRP permanent formwork for bridge soffits used on the Breakfast Creek Green Bridge in Brisbane, officially opened in February 2024. This project demonstrates the high-quality finish that is achievable with Permadec. Installed from above, Permadec’s GRP formwork helped reduce installation time and improved safety by removing the…
Read MoreHow Permadec Made GRP Formwork History at Majors Road Bridge
Permadec recently played a key role in the Majors Road Interchange upgrade in South Australia, delivering the state’s first-ever installation of GRP permanent formwork. As part of a bridge widening project led by Acciona, with Wallbridge Gilbert Aztec (WGA) as consulting engineers and the Department for Infrastructure and Transport (DIT) South Australia as the client.…
Read MoreProject Update: Breakfast Creek Green Bridge
Enhancing Infrastructure with Glass Reinforced Polymer (GRP) Permanent Formwork Permadec is proud to contribute to the Breakfast Creek Green Bridge project, a key initiative in Brisbane designed to improve pedestrian and cyclist connectivity. This sustainable infrastructure project enhances access between Brisbane’s inner suburbs while promoting active transport solutions. Learn more about the Breakfast Creek Bridge…
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