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Sydney Harbour Bridge<\/h2>\n

Infrastructure Access Solutions, part of Alimak Group, was engaged to undertake a major inspection and engineering assessment of the powered under-deck gantries operating beneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge. These permanent access systems enable inspection and maintenance crews to safely access the bridge\u2019s steelwork below the roadway, a critical component in maintaining one of Australia\u2019s most iconic pieces of infrastructure.<\/p>\n

The Challenge<\/h3>\n

The project required detailed engineering assessment of complex access plant operating in a highly constrained environment beneath an active transport corridor. The gantries consist of integrated structural, mechanical, electrical, and control systems that must function reliably while supporting suspended access operations at height.<\/p>\n

Working within strict safety and operational requirements, the inspection program needed to verify the integrity and performance of the systems while minimizing disruption to ongoing maintenance activities.<\/p>\n

The Solution<\/h3>\n

Infrastructure Access Solutions delivered a coordinated major inspection and certification program, combining in-house engineering expertise with specialist testing services.<\/p>\n

The scope included comprehensive inspection<\/a> of structural elements, drive systems, rolling components, electrical and control systems, and operator safety features. Non-destructive testing of critical components was undertaken through a NATA-accredited laboratory, alongside functional testing of brakes, limit systems, and operational controls.<\/p>\n

Infrastructure Access Solutions<\/a> managed multiple specialist disciplines throughout the project, ensuring a structured inspection methodology and clear engineering documentation to support the certification process.<\/p>\n

The Result<\/h3>\n

Through a detailed engineering assessment and coordinated inspection program, the under-deck gantries were verified for safe operation, restoring reliable access to critical areas of the bridge for ongoing inspection and maintenance activities.<\/p>\n

The project highlights Infrastructure Access Solutions\u2019 capability in delivering complex inspection and certification programs for permanent access and specialist maintenance equipment operating in demanding infrastructure environments.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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