Sam Wood Wood

Principal Engineer, COWI

Sam is a chartered civil engineer with wide experience in the assessment, management and strengthening of existing structures and is also regularly involved in the design of new structures. He has a particular interest in the conservation and ongoing use of our historic infrastructure and has brought his experience to bear on several nationally significant heritage structures including Menai Suspension Bridge, Clifton Suspension Bridge and the National Theatre in London.

My Speaker Sessions

Thursday 13 March 2025

14:40

Menai Suspension Bridge Replacement Hanger Project

14:40 - 15:00
  • Following installation of emergency temporary fail-safes on the Menai Suspension Bridge in January 2023, a permanent solution was procured and installed between September 2023 and October 2024.
  • 168 defective hangers were replaced on the bridge, whilst temporary fail-safes were kept in place for structural safety throughout the replacement operation. 
  • This talk discusses the details of the project, including the specification, manufacturing, testing and site installation of the replacement hangers.

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