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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.
FHWA Releases Data Collection Document on Weathering Steel Performance
This document details a study conducted with the FHWA Long-Term Bridge Performance (LTBP) Program that considers longer term performance of UWS structures.
President Biden’s Administration Highlights Progress in Investing in Infrastructure
In 2021, Congress passed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The administration recently released a report highlighting the progress.
Free Webinar, Galvanize It! Hot-Dip Galvanized Steel for Transportation (June 27)
The American Galvanizers Association (AGA) invites you to attend a 1-hour webinar event on hot-dip galvanizing steel used for transportation infrastructure.
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.
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FHWA Releases Data Collection Document on Weathering Steel Performance
This document details a study conducted with the FHWA Long-Term Bridge Performance (LTBP) Program that considers longer term performance of UWS structures.
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President Biden’s Administration Highlights Progress in Investing in Infrastructure
In 2021, Congress passed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The administration recently released a report highlighting the progress.
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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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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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Free Webinar, Galvanize It! Hot-Dip Galvanized Steel for Transportation (June 27)
The American Galvanizers Association (AGA) invites you to attend a 1-hour webinar event on hot-dip galvanizing steel used for transportation infrastructure.
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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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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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Free Webinar, Galvanize It! Core Webinar (Feb. 14)
The American Galvanizers Association invites you to attend a 1-hour free webinar event.
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