Not a Timber Bridge

While timber bridges have been a popular choice for centuries, the POLYbridge offers a compelling alternative that outshines wooden bridges in several key areas. Made from thermoset Glass Reinforced Polyester (GRP) with a recycled plastic foam core, the POLYbridge offers a durable and sustainable solution.

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Top Quality Timber Bridges

Durability and Longevity

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Design Life

The POLYbridge has a design life in excess of 75 years, outlasting the traditional timber bridge.

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Rot Resistance

GRP is inherently resistant to rot, decay, and moisture, making it ideal for environments prone to dampness or flooding. This eliminates the need for costly maintenance and repairs associated with timber bridges.

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Termite Proof

Unlike wooden bridges, GRP is not susceptible to termite infestations, ensuring its structural integrity remains intact over time.

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Corrosion Resistance

GRP is resistant to corrosion, making it suitable for harsh environments such as coastal areas or industrial zones, superior to a timber bridge.

Safety

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Slip Resistance

As opposed to wooden bridges that become slippery when wet, POLYbridges have a castellated finish on the POLYplanks to guarantee a slip resistance with a PTV rating in excess of 90 including a low slip potential even when wet.

Maintenance and Cost-Effectiveness

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High Strength-to-Weight Ratio

GRP bridges are incredibly strong, capable of supporting heavy loads while maintaining a lightweight design. This reduces the overall cost of construction and transportation compared to wooden bridges.

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Low Maintenance Requirements

GRP bridges require minimal maintenance, reducing long-term costs significantly compared to timber bridges or wooden footbridges.

Environmental Benefits

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Sustainable

Our POLYplanks, posts, and rails all have a recycled plastic bottle structural foam core, which means our products actively save plastic bottles from landfill. This makes the POLYbridge a more environmentally friendly choice compared to a timber bridge.

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Reduced Deforestation

Choosing a POLYbridge over a wooden bridge helps to reduce the demand of timber, contributing to forest conservation.

Aesthetic Appeal

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Aesthetic Finish

The GRP has a wood grain effect finish that comes in a range of colours to blend into the natural environment. This ensures a timber feel without the risk of splinters that occur on wooden bridges.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long does a Polydeck timber bridge last?

Our timber bridges have a design life in excess of 75 years, making them a long-lasting solution.

What services does Polydeck offer for timber bridges?

Polydeck offers a complete service for timber bridges, including design, manufacture, supply, and installation. We also provide essential documentation such as design drawings, loading calculations, and AIP documentation.

Can Polydeck deliver timber bridge materials to my site?

Yes, Polydeck can deliver our timber bridge materials to your site. Our products are quick and simple to install.

case studies

Lover’s Walk, Clevedon

Situated on the scenic King Charles III coastal path, Lover’s Walk Clevedon is a 23 mile long path in South Gloucestershire.

Kingerby Bridge, Lincolnshire

Lincolnshire County Council required the replacement of an existing footbridge constructed from a combination of structural steel beams and timber decking which had deteriorated over the years and was now not fit for purpose. Given the remote location of the Kingerby Bridge, the lightweight GRP structure ensured a speedy installation with the removal of the existing bridge and installation of the new POLYbridge™ being executed within two days.