Forth Road Suspension Bridge 2012 Main Cable Inspection
In 2004, the Forth Estuary Transport Authority (FETA) conducted an investigation of the main suspension cables, which resulted in the discovery of significant corrosion and led to the installation of a dehumidification system, designed to slow the progress of the corrosion. Since 2004, continuous monitoring has been required to track the rate of corrosion in the wires.
In 2012 ESR Technology worked together with the Forth Estuary Transport Authority (FETA) and consultant engineers Flint & Neill Ltd, acting as technical advisers, on an inspection programme for the Forth Road Bridge to determine the current condition of suspension wires.
ESR Technology will also be presenting some of the findings at the 12th International Conference on Engineering Structural Integrity Assessment in Manchester 28/29 May 2013.
For further information about the work contact Mr Eirwyn Davies (01925 843 417 / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)