Vehicular Timber Bridges
Timber structures have proven to be a cost effective alternative with better aesthetics “curb appeal” than concrete or steel designs. The amount of time involved from project conceptual thought to completed constructed product is normally greatly reduced. Life span and annual maintenance of these structures meets or exceeds established Federal Highway Standards. Although timber structures are located predominately in rural settings, there are few structural design limits for lengths or span widths.
This is another area of construction that can benefit substantially from the use of timber materials. By choosing timber to build your next pedestrian bridge creates a structure that blends well with its natural surroundings. Timber bridges and pedestrian crossings on golf courses and community developments provides for an esthetically pleasing appearance while offering a unique solution to you project. Many of our clients find that the look of their timber bridge or walkway is far more appealing than the alternates available: concrete or steel. Our timber bridge design creates a look that is far less intrusive and artificial.
Free Span Structures Free Span to 25’ - Current timber technology can provide maximum single piece structure length of 25 linear feet with each end supported by a variety of abutments ranging from timber to reinforced concrete.
Glue Laminated - This type of timber structures were developed to allow longer free spans that exceed 25 linear feet. Fishing Piers & Boat Docks
When deciding to add amenities to your development you want to create a structure that will enhance the natural beauty of the surroundings not take away from it. By choosing to use timber materials to build a fishing pier or boat dock you can ensure the harmony of the structure and the environment. Our “build-from-the-top” method of construction also ensures the preservation of these habitats for future enjoyment by your residents. When you select Tropical Construction to install your next pier or dock you will receive a structure that will blend itself with the natural surroundings and add to the splendor of the community. Golf Course Structures
Timber structures are proven cost effective, environmentally friendly and aesthetically pleasing as compared to other alternatives. The structures can serve a wide range of uses from pedestrian boardwalks, to golf cart paths and light and heavy maintenance traffic. Typical timber structure designs range from the most economical pile supported to free spans or combination of both of these designs depending upon permit requirements.
Timber structures are the most environmentally protective boardwalk systems utilized to protect indigenous seashore animals and foliage and allow human traffic to enjoy seaside scenic views or beach access. Tropical can provide pile supported, free span or combination designs that range in widths as narrow as 6’ wide and be constructed from a top down method. Shelters & Gazebos
These timber structures are prefabricated units produced in a wide variety of sizes and shapes. At Tropical we normally confer with our clients end use needs, purchase the appropriate prefabricated design modify if required and install normally at the end of the project construction cycle. Roofing materials range from asphalt shingle, metal or tile designs to match the architects project demands. Retaining Walls Tropical Construction applies their design/build approach to incorporate retaining wall structures as well. A timber retaining wall can be designed to any height and is able to offer significant cost savings over the implementation of concrete or block style retaining walls. We at Tropical Construction have constructed timber retaining walls varying in height from 36” to fifteen feet. The use of a timber retaining wall can blend naturally with the environment and be designed to match other timber structures on site.
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