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PANEL LAM®
Timber Vehicle Bridges
 
   

FIELD INSTALLATION
   

 
Field Installation
Field Installation
 
1. Panel-Lams are compatible with any foundation. Once the substructure is complete, deck assembly begins.

2. Deck level, top-down construction is possible.
 
 
Field Installation
Field Installation
 
 
3. Lifting eyes are included for easy handling. Panel size can be adjusted to match lifting capabilities.

4. Panels are positioned to overlap the adjacent splice blocks.

 
 
Field Installation
Field Installation
 
 
5. The upper splice block is predrilled as a guide for field drilling the lower splice block. Drive spikes will connect the seam.

6. Panels ends are attached to the sub-structure with drive spikes. Multiple spans are connected with straps over the pier seam.

 
 
Field Installation
Field Installation
 
 
7. Using match-marks the pre-framed rail and curb components are and laid out to mark holes for field drilling the deck.

8. A grooving tool is used to notch the deck for split rings.

 
 
Field Installation
Field Installation
 
 
9. The scupper blocks and curbs are assembled.


10. Rail posts are pre-drilled for connection to the deck, curb, and rail. Rail is field-drilled for connection to the posts.
 
 
Field Installation
Field Installation
 
 
11. With the rail attached the deck is now ready for a wear course.
12. Most applications call for an asphalt wear surface.

 



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Phone: (952) 929-7854 or (800) 328-3986 Fax: (952) 929-2909
Address: 9330 James Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55431
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