Compact 200™ bridges are ideal for rural bridging in South Africa. The clear span capability of the Compact 200™ allows municipalities to construct bridging infrastructure in flood prone areas without the need to construct intermediate piers; this eliminates the risk of debris obstruction against traditional bridge piers and the potential for catastrophic bridge failure due to pier damage.

For the new Ngqakaqheni Bridge, in the Eastern Cape province, and with a requirement for both vehicular and pedestrian use, a 40m long and 3.15m wide Compact 200™ bridge with durbar steel decking and a SmartEdge™ System was proposed.

The Compact 200™ system is Mabey Bridge’s most widely used modular bridging product and is available for both permanent and temporary applications. It uses standard, interchangeable steel components to provide robust, rapidly deployed and erected solutions ideal for permanent rural bridging applications. Emergency and contingency bridge stocks, held in country, allow for immediate availability when needed.