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Lecture

An introduction to FRP bridges for civil engineers

Event organised by ICE

Date
20 May 2025
Time
12:30 - 14:00 BST (GMT+1)
Location
Seminar Space - Buro Happold
Camden Mill,
230 Lower Bristol Road
Bath, BA2 3DQ
United Kingdom
Add to Calendar 20-05-2025 12:30 20-05-2025 14:00 false Europe/London An introduction to FRP bridges for civil engineers https://www.ice.org.uk/events/upcoming-events/frp-bridges-for-civil-engineers/ Seminar Space - Buro Happold, Bath

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An introduction to FRP bridges for civil engineers

Date
20 May 2025
Time
12:30 - 14:00 BST (GMT+1)
Location
Seminar Space - Buro Happold

Free

Book now

Overview

Fibre Reinforced Polymer (FRP) composite bridges have numerous benefits, such as lightweight construction, durability and resistance to corrosion.

They are an increasingly popular choice in the UK for re-decking and widening schemes particularly for footbridges and active travel routes.

As part of the session, Steven Dunn from Lifespan Structures will explain how FRP bridges compare to those built with more traditional materials.

He will also cover some topics relevant to civil engineers including:

  • The manufacturing process
  • Design guidance and standards
  • Parapet and foundations for FRP bridges
  • Access and lifting
  • Sustainability

The session will feature the case study of Keynsham Bridge in Bath which was shortlisted for the ICE South West Civil Engineering Awards 2024.

The event has been organised by the ICE Bath City Club.

Venue

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Seminar Space - Buro Happold
Camden Mill
230 Lower Bristol Road
Bath
BA2 3DQ
United Kingdom

Speaker

Steven Dunn

Steven Dunn

Lifespan Structures Limited

business development manager

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Steven Dunn

Steven is business development manager at Lifespan Structures Limited with more than 30 years’ experience within the industry.

A graduate in civil engineering, Steve worked at Tilbury Douglas Construction as an engineer on major bridges, highways and water industry projects.

His career later developed to more technical and commercial roles, supporting clients, specialist contractors and leading consulting engineers within the civil engineering and building refurbishment market.

His specialist sectors include structural concrete repair, structural strengthening utilising carbon fibre plate, composites, adhesives and ultra-high modulus plates for cast iron structures. 

For more information please contact:

Lidia Pearce

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