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Support of Excavation

overhead protection
structures

infraMOD’s Overhead Protection Structures shield active rail lines and roadways from falling loads, so crane work can continue overhead while traffic keeps moving below.

MODULAR SYSTEM

Deck-based overhead protection

DESIGN CODE

CAN/CSA S6 · S269.1

OVERHEAD

PROTECTION

STRUCTURES

A modular decking system providing reliable overhead protection above active rail lines and roadways — enabling safe crane operations while keeping transportation services running without interruption.

FIG. 00 — SYSTEM OVERVIEW

APPLICATION

A barrier above, uninterrupted movement below

OVERVIEW

Overhead protection structures are used where construction work must proceed directly above operating rail lines or roads. The deck acts as a barrier against falling loads, protecting the infrastructure and public below while allowing work to continue on schedule.

FIELD-PROVEN USE CASE

Crash decks installed beneath tower cranes operating over active public rail corridors.

FIG. 01 — CRASH DECKS OVER AN ACTIVE RAIL CORRIDOR

DESIGN BASIS

Compliant by standard, conservative by design

FIG. 02 — STRUCTURE UNDER INSTALLATION

CAN/CSA S6
Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code

Incorporates prescribed load conditions, safety factors, fabrication, and installation requirements.

CAN/CSA S269.1
Temporary Shoring & Protective Structures

Governs fabrication and installation requirements for temporary protective works.

DESIGN MARGIN

Applying these rigorous standards to temporary structures results in inherently conservative design margins.

THE INFRAMOD ADVANTAGE

Why crews spec this system

01

Modular by design

Adaptable to a wide range of spans and site geometries.

02

Rated for heavy loads

Handles heavy construction equipment loads, well above standard vehicular traffic demands.

03

Proven in the field

Used on active infrastructure projects, including rail corridors beneath live crane operations.

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