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Replacement beaver bridge in Biberbrugg with 1000 tons crane

17 m long and 240 tons heavy bridge moved with LR 11000

Numerous onlookers followed the work of replacing the 60-year-old beaver bridge in Biberbrugg from September 30 to October 2. Toneatti AG, together with subcontractors such as EMIL EGGER, carried out the long-planned work. After dismantling the old bridge, the new one, 17 m long and weighing 240 tons, was then set with millimeter precision.
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Some preliminary work was necessary for this king stage of the construction project. Floor slabs under the beaver, abutment and wing walls, and the crane foundation were constructed. The large, red, imposing crawler crane was delivered by 40 trucks.

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