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Temporary Pedestrian Bridge Hire

The 8-metre Pedestrian Footbridge provides safe, reliable temporary pedestrian access across trenches, streams, ditches, surface pipes and existing bridges. The temporary pedestrian bridge features a non-slip surface suitable for wheelchairs, golf buggies and pushchairs, alongside child-safe safety rails with wildlife-safe mesh. Installation takes 1–2 hours per unit.

With a maximum clear span of up to 12.5 metres, the bridges can also be arranged side by side where wider access is required. All Pedestrian Bridges comply fully with current legislative requirements, providing a safe and practical solution for temporary pedestrian access.

Suitable for trenches, streams, ditches, surface pipes and existing bridges
Maximum clear span of up to 12.5m
Install time - 1-2 hours per unit
Side by side arrangement available
Non-slip surface suitable for wheelchairs, golf buggies and push chairs

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Bridge Type	Length (m)	Width (m)	Weight (tn) Without Ramps
15.6m Steel Pedestrian Bridge	15.6	1.6	4.41
13.5m Steel Pedestrian Bridge	13.5	1.6	4.09
8.0m Steel Pedestrian Bridge	8.0	1.6	2.26
4.5m Steel Pedestrian Bridge	4.5	1.6	1.46

The footbridge can be installed in under 1 hour (for 8m x 1.6m length) by a team of 2 people. A maximum load capacity of 5 kN per square metre is complimented by a width suitable for wheel chairs. Ramps ﬁtted as standard.

FAQs

What can a temporary pedestrian bridge be used for?

Temporary pedestrian bridges provide safe access across trenches, streams, ditches, surface pipes and existing bridges. They suit a range of construction, civil engineering, and maintenance projects that require temporary pedestrian access.

What is the maximum span of the pedestrian bridge?

The pedestrian bridge has a maximum clear span of up to 12.5 metres. The standard 8-metre bridge can also be installed side by side where a wider crossing is required.

How quickly can a pedestrian bridge be installed?

A team of two can install an 8m x 1.6m pedestrian bridge in under one hour. Installation time can vary depending on site conditions and specific installation requirements.

Is the pedestrian bridge suitable for wheelchair users?

Yes. The bridge features a non-slip surface, standard ramps and a width suitable for wheelchair access, making it suitable for wheelchair users as well as pushchairs and golf buggies.

What is the load capacity of the pedestrian bridge?

The pedestrian bridge has a maximum load capacity of 5 kN/m² (500kg/m²), providing a robust solution for temporary pedestrian access.

How to install a temporary bridge

See how our temporary pedestrian bridges are installed in practice, from positioning the bridge to creating safe access across the required area. Watch our installation video to see the process step by step.

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