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2024 Excellence in Hot-Dip Galvanizing Awards Feature SSSBA Member Projects
Article and images provided by the American Galvanizers Association.
On April 10th, the American Galvanizers Association (AGA) announced the winners of the 2024 Excellence in Hot-Dip Galvanizing Awards during their Annual Conference in St. Thomas, USVI. Over 100 projects were submitted, representing various applications for hot-dip galvanizing.
SSSBA Member Winners
AZZ Galvanizing
- Ryan Gray Playground Pavilion
- Agpro Waste Management
- Mini Pitch Systems
- Cincinnati Zoo Elephant Trek
Valmont Coatings
V&S Galvanizing
- The Great White Roller Coaster
- Rutgers Solar Canopy
- Cage Free Chicken Building
- Norfolk Southern AI Train Inspection Portal
Steel Bridge Project Award
SSSBA member Valmont Coatings received an award for a steel bridge project.
Mira Gut Bridge
Category: Bridge & Highway
Galvanizer: Valmont Coatings – Pure Metal Galvanizing
The Mira Gut Bridge in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia
For the revitalization of the Mira Gut Bridge, there was a resounding choice that made all the difference—hot-dip galvanizing. It was the obvious choice for its aesthetics, durability, sustainability, turnaround time, corrosion performance and life-cycle cost. Aligning perfectly with the customer’s vision of creating a viaduct that would stand the test of time, a partnership between the customer and galvanizer produced a streamlined project from start to finish.
More than just being functional, the aesthetics were an integral part of the overall project. Hot-dip galvanizing not only offered superior corrosion protection, but also a pristine, matte finish that enhanced the special features of the bridge. As a symbol of strength and unity in the community, the galvanizing was visually striking for those passing by.
Learn More About Hot-Dip Galvanized Steel Projects
To see more hot-dip galvanized steel projects, including other submissions to the 2024 competition and past winners, please visit the American Galvanizers Association website.
Does steel provide a sustainable option for bridges?
Steel is the most recycled material on the planet. Some of the sustainable advantages of steel include:
- Steel from a disassembled bridge can be used again for another project.
- Steel bridges can last 100 years or more, with minimal maintenance over their long service lives.
- The high strength of steel permits longer spans, which minimizes disruption to underlying habitats.
- Steel is highly resistant to extreme natural disasters such as earthquakes.
- The American steel industry has achieved a 31 percent reduction in energy intensity and a 36 percent reduction in greenhouse gas intensity since 1990.
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