Project completion: Fully enclosed FRP pedestrian bridge, Erina, NSW

by Neal Moodie. Posted on April 26, 2024

Fully enclosed FRP pedestrian bridge providing fully secure access between shopping centre and adjacent enclosed structure.

Moodie Outdoor Products has recently completed the supply and installation of a fully enclosed FRP (Fibreglass Reinforced Polymer) pedestrian bridge in Erina, NSW. The single span bridge is 9m long, 2m wide, 2.5m high enclosed roof, and engineered to 4kPa.

Inside view of fully enclosed FRP pedestrian bridge after assembly.

The specification for a fully enclosed FRP bridge was to enable secure access between the shopping centre tenant and an adjacent outdoor structure. SecureMax mesh panels were installed for enhanced security of retail goods whilst traversing the bridge.

Read our blog article about the benefits of using FRP materials.

Fully enclosed FRP bridge being craned into position over shopping centre driveway

Project completion: FRP pedestrian bridge at Erina, NSW

by Neal Moodie. Posted on April 26, 2024

FRP pedestrian bridge over shopping centre driveway.

Moodie Outdoor Products has recently completed the supply and installation of an FRP (Fibreglass Reinforced Polymer) pedestrian bridge in Erina, NSW. The single span bridge is 9m long with 2.5m clear width between handrails, and engineered to 4kPa.

Bridge was entirely constructed from FRP components and floor panels. SecureMax mesh added to internal walls.

The bridge was assembled on site from a flat-pack, and then craned into position. SecureMax mesh panels were installed for maximum protection of pedestrians.

Read our blog article about the benefits of using FRP materials.

Installation was conducted at night after the shopping centre had closed and utilised a large crane to lift the FRP bridge into position.

Installed FRP pedestrian bridge with SecureMax mesh panels after final installation

Benefits of using FRP materials for custom projects

by Neal Moodie. Posted on June 14, 2023

Moodie Outdoor Products has extensive experience in combining diverse materials for your custom project, including our Roocycle recycled materials, FRP (Fibreglass Reinforced Polymer), along with traditional metal, wood and plastic materials.

In this article, we look at the benefits of working with FRP (Fibreglass Reinforced Polymer) and possible applications in outdoor infrastructure products.

Safety and maintenance

FRP members are extremely strong and have a long history of use in public infrastructure. The material doesn’t suffer fatigue or corrosion effects leading to a long life-span. These aspects contribute to a high engineering safety level.

FRP has a reputation for low maintenance costs, an important consideration over the life-time of a public infrastructure installation. FRP is not affected by UV radiation, temperature changes, or marine environments. FRP has vandal resistant qualities as well.

Installation

FRP products can be assembled on-site or arrive factory assembled. FRP members are easily drilled and normal hardware can be used to connect members together. FRP is light-weight which may lead to other cost savings in terms of site preparation. FRP is also a good sustainable material to choose.

Applications in public infrastructure projects

Moodie Outdoor Products has delivered custom projects solely in FRP, as well as integrating FRP with recycled plastic and traditional materials. Our capabilities cover:

Pedestrian and bicycle bridges

Pedestrian access ramps

Boardwalks

Boat ramps

Shelters

Stairs

Read more about Moodie Outdoor Products FRP custom project capability. If your project requires it, we can coordinate engineer approved drawings and certifications.

Please contact Moodie Outdoor Products for further information on FRP and to discuss your next custom project.

Project completion – custom walkway to bridge connection

by Neal Moodie. Posted on April 5, 2023

Moodie Outdoor Products successfully designed and installed a custom walkway and bridge connection in Granville, NSW. Walkway was constructed using Roocycle recycled plastic as bearers, and FRP for the joists and decking.

Custom walkway made from Roocycle recycled plastic bearers and FRP joists and decks with cycle rails.

The site was challenging being situated alongside a storm water channel. The soil was loose fill and required screw pier foundations down to as much as 6 metres to meet engineers specifications. The bicycle compliant rail was a Moddex galvanised steel BS45 bike rail balustrade.

Bridge connection with curved cycle compliant railing.

Product Focus: Ausafe FRP GripDeck

by Clint Moodie. Posted on July 1, 2015

Moodie Outdoor Products is proud to offer you Ausafe FRP GripDeck. This decking product is designed for use on boardwalks, bridges, decks and ramps. GripDeck is constructed using Fibreglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) making it an ideal product for use in harsh environments and to provide a long service life.

GripDeck has achieved a P5 slip test rating (AS4586:2013 Wet Pendulum Slip Test Method). This means it is suitable for use in applications such as access ramps where slip-ability can be a concern. Installation design gap is 4mm reducing the chance of high heel entrapment. Fixings are also concealed. Specified span is 900mm for pedestrian loads.

If you would like more information about this product please contact Moodie Outdoor Products today.