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Looking for suppliers that specialize in short span bridges? The SSSBA provides free access to a complete online listing of manufacturers and suppliers.
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Do you have questions or need support for your next steel bridge project? The SSSBA offers free assistance for bridge owners and designers.
Steel’s Swift Response: Flood-Damaged Bridge Replaced in 4 Months
SSSBA member High Steel Structures replaced a flood-damaged bridge in New York in only four months. (Article from Modern Steel Construction)
NCSPA Project Spotlight: Corrugated Steel Used for Culvert Rehabilitation Project
The National Corrugated Steel Pipe Association (NCSPA) spotlights a project that used galvanized corrugated metal pipe to rehabilitate a damaged culvert.
US DOT Invests in Institute Focused on Reconnecting Communities
The United States Department of Transportation (DOT) recently announced a contract award to establish and administer the Reconnecting Communities Institute (RCI) focused on transportation opportunities.
NCSPA Announces 2024 Annual Safety Award Winners
The National Corrugated Steel Pipe Association presented 48 plants with safety awards – including SSSBA members Contech, TrueNorth Steel and Lane Enterprises.
Short Span Steel Bridge Alliance Semiannual Meeting (September 23-24)
The next SSSBA Semiannual meeting will take place in Charlotte, NC. The members meet in-person twice per year to discuss research, technical, and educational activities.
Modular Steel Bridge Maintains Traffic During Bridge Replacement
A modular steel bridge from Acrow maintains heavy-duty truck traffic throughout a bridge replacement project in Utah.
2024 Excellence in Hot-Dip Galvanizing Awards Feature SSSBA Member Projects
Presented annually, the Excellence in Hot-Dip Galvanizing Awards honors the finest achievements in using hot-dip galvanizing in an ideal, creative, innovative or monumental fashion.
Free Webinar: Steel Bridge Preservation, Build to Last (May 15)
In support of United for Infrastructure Week, register to attend a free webinar on steel bridge durability and effective ways to achieve a 100+ year design life (1.0 LU/PDH)
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Steel’s Swift Response: Flood-Damaged Bridge Replaced in 4 Months
SSSBA member High Steel Structures replaced a flood-damaged bridge in New York in only four months. (Article from Modern Steel Construction)
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US DOT Invests in Institute Focused on Reconnecting Communities
The United States Department of Transportation (DOT) recently announced a contract award to establish and administer the Reconnecting Communities Institute (RCI) focused on transportation opportunities.
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NCSPA Announces 2024 Annual Safety Award Winners
The National Corrugated Steel Pipe Association presented 48 plants with safety awards – including SSSBA members Contech, TrueNorth Steel and Lane Enterprises.
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2024 Excellence in Hot-Dip Galvanizing Awards Feature SSSBA Member Projects
Presented annually, the Excellence in Hot-Dip Galvanizing Awards honors the finest achievements in using hot-dip galvanizing in an ideal, creative, innovative or monumental fashion.
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Free Webinar: Steel Bridge Preservation, Build to Last (May 15)
In support of United for Infrastructure Week, register to attend a free webinar on steel bridge durability and effective ways to achieve a 100+ year design life (1.0 LU/PDH)
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NCSPA Announces 2024 Project of the Year Winners
The National Corrugated Steel Pipe Association announced the 2024 project of the year winners, including three members of the Short Span Steel Bridge Alliance.
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U.S. DOT is Accepting Applications for Infrastructure Focused Grant Programs
The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) is now accepting applications for infrastructure projects of regional or national significance for three major grant programs.
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Short Span Steel Bridge Alliance Semiannual Meeting (September 23-24)
The next SSSBA Semiannual meeting will take place in Charlotte, NC. The members meet in-person twice per year to discuss research, technical, and educational activities.
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Free Webinar: Steel Bridge Preservation, Build to Last (May 15)
In support of United for Infrastructure Week, register to attend a free webinar on steel bridge durability and effective ways to achieve a 100+ year design life (1.0 LU/PDH)
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Free Webinar, Galvanize It! Duplex Webinar (Apr. 30)
The American Galvanizers Association invites you to attend a 1-hour free webinar event.
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AISC Seeks Nominations for Industry, Designer and Educator Awards
The American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) is now accepting nominations for its 2025 awards that honor outstanding steel industry professionals and designers.
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Visit the SSSBA Exhibit Booth at the NACE Annual Conference (April 15-18)
Stop by the SSSBA exhibit booth #412 to learn more about the benefits of steel bridges (and pickup a free gift!) at the NACE Annual Conference.
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Visit the SSSBA Exhibit Booth at NASCC (March 20-22)
Stop by the SSSBA exhibit booth (#1762) at NASCC to learn more about the benefits of steel bridges (and pick up a free gift!).
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AASHTO Seeks Nominations for Two Transportation Awards
AASHTO is seeking nominations for the 2024 America’s Transportation Awards competition and its President’s Transportation Awards.
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