Temporary bridges combine the performance of a permanent structure with the ability to reuse most or all of the constituent parts. This has set a challenge for military and bridging suppliers to develop solutions that are easily transported, installed and removed but which offer features associated with permanent structures for relatively short periods. A great deal of knowledge has been built up in bridging systems and working methods over many years. The key to success with any temporary bridge scheme is to find the specialist skilled and experienced personnel who can make the best use of this specialist bridging knowledge.

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