The American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of-Way Association (AREMA) and the National Steel Bridge Alliance (NSBA) jointly announced the publication of the “Guidelines for the Design of Steel Railroad Bridges for Constructability and Fabrication.”
This comprehensive guide which aims to standardize practices for designing and constructing steel railroad bridges, prominently features contributions from Lawrence Kirchner, PE, SE, TranSystems’ National Bridge Practice Leader, and Eric Dues, PE, SE, Gannett Fleming’s Bridge Manager.
Kirchner and Dues played a significant role in authoring this guide. Their expertise and leadership underscore the depth of knowledge and experience within Gannett Fleming TranSystems, a key advantage of our recent merger.
The publication covers a range of crucial topics, including special considerations for railroad bridge design, detailed guidelines for selecting main supporting members, and practical advice for constructability and fabrication. It also emphasizes sustainability by promoting the use of recycled materials and efficient construction techniques, ensuring that steel railroad bridges are built to be safe, sustainable, and adaptable to various project needs.
For those interested in learning more, read the Guidelines for the Design of Steel Railroad Bridges for Constructability and Fabrication publication or visit the NSBA website.
