Tilburg | Turning Bridge Oisterwijksebaan

The Draaibrug Oisterwijksebaan is managed by the Department of Public Works and was originally equipped with a wooden driving deck. The bridge was due for major maintenance in 2019 in which – in addition to work on the main supporting structure – the driving deck was also found to be in need of replacement. By replacing the wooden deck with a composite one with InfraCore® Inside, strength could be added without adding weight to the overall structure. An additional advantage is that the new deck could be applied completely liquid-proof to the underlying steel structure, providing better protection for the steelwork against moisture and de-icing salts, which benefits the lifespan of the overall structure, at lower maintenance costs. The new deck is low-noise, so that local residents experience less inconvenience during traffic passages.

Photography: Jan de Vries