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Bridge
Manufacturing Process - Page 1
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The
main arches of the bridge marked out and cut to a profile
matching the direction of the grain as far as possible. This
ensures that maximum strength is achieved. The original planks
are sawn from 'mis-shapen' logs that have been specially selected
for the main arch supports and hand rails. Once the main beams
have been cut, they are finally finished by hand using an
electric plane. The finished beams are assembled so that the
direction of the grain is opposing and neutralises any stress.
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Once
the main framework is constructed, the handrail sections are
attached and the fixed diagonal braces are positioned to ensure
complete lateral rigidity.
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The
handrail posts temporarily secured in order to be lined up,
before being morticed to secure the additional bracing.
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As
with the main beams, the bracing and handrail are finished
by hand planing.
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Once
the posts are morticed and bracing finished, they can then
begin to be be assembled.
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