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ClearShield transparent under bridge protection system that improves safety.

ClearShield™

Protecting People and Property. ClearShield™ is a cutting-edge, transparent under-bridge protection system designed to enhance safety beneath poor condition bridges while maintaining visibility to the underside of the deck. This allows for easy inspection, helping engineers quickly identify potential areas that may require restoration.

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ClearShield™ is a transparent under bridge protection system designed to enhanced safety beneath poor condition bridges while maintaining visibility to the underside of the deck.

Take a look at more details and resources for ClearShield by going to www.clearcastbridge.com.

ClearShield™ offers bridge inspectors, maintenance staff, and contractors a safe environment to work in while assessing the condition of the deck or making repairs.

 

Benefits

  • DURABILITY
    • Rely on proven performance of galvanized steel and plastic after years of exposure to weather. No rot or decay.
    • Plastic is impact and chemical resistant, and will not yellow over time.
    • ClearShield™ panels are lightweight with significant load carrying capacity.
  • SUSTAINABILITY
    • Re-use ClearShield™ panels below other aging bridge decks with similar girder spacing  After deck is replaced or repaired.
    • Steel and plastic can be recycled when panels are removed from service.
  • SAFETY
    • Transparency allows for inspection and maintenance staff to see the underside of the deck for routine inspection. 
    • Easily detect fallen concrete collecting on ClearShield™ panels from below the bridge.
    • Eliminate risks related to deteriorated lumber supporting inspection and maintenance staff.
    • Light transmission allows for visibility to soffit to evaluate condition and make repairs. 
    • Complete coverage of bay width acts as a layer of protection for people and property below.
    • Lightweight panels allow for maintenance and inspection staff to move panels easily to access soffit without special equipment.
  • SPEED
    • Prefabricated ClearShield™ panels install fast with small crews.
    • Simple installation and connection methods, no specialty tools or equipment required.
    • Minimize lane closures, disruption to traffic, and MOT expense.

ClearShield™ Transparent Under Bridge Protection offers visibility for the inspection of aging bridge decks posing a risk to people and property.

Highway Overpasses

Avoid the potential for vehicle damage, injuries, and traffic disruptions due to spalled concrete falling over highway traffic.  

Railroads

Prevent debris from obstructing railway operations and damage to trains. 

Parks & Pedestrian Trails

Protect people and property below aging bridge decks in poor condition posing a risk to the public.

Waterways

Ensure boaters and kayakers are safe when crossing under bridge decks that have the potential to drop debris due to significant cracking and spalling.

ClearShield Overview

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Agency/Regulatory Guidance

Our team is ready to provide you with expert advice and assistance on local regulatory requirements, resulting in faster approvals.

 

Solution Development

Our engineers can review your requirements, weigh all options, and recommend the optimal solution to integrate with your site designs.

Technical Expertise

Our engineers can assist by providing product specific engineering calculations such as hydraulics, buoyancy, foundation reactions, and unit sizing.

Cost Estimates

We can quickly provide engineer’s cost
estimates to assist with your solution
selection process.

Site Specific Drawings

Our engineers can provide site-specific drawings for proposals, project meetings, and submittals, helping you be more efficient with your time.

On-site Assistance

Contractors know time is money, so we provide preconstruction meetings, delivery coordination, and on-site installation support to ensure a timely, smooth installation.