Case Study: Ferrovial Construction’s Bridge Widening Project x Aggregate Technologies

TL;DR: Ferrovial Construction used hydrodemolition technology in the North Tarrant Express Capacity Improvements Project (NTE CIP) in Texas. This innovative method allowed for precise and environmentally sustainable demolition of bridge structures while maintaining worker safety and reducing public disruption. The approach involved recycling water, minimizing debris, and preserving existing rebar. The successful application of this technology marked a significant milestone in the project.

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Notes: The following was written by Ferrovial Construction. Nothing has been altered to keep the integrity of their experience using our Hydrodemolition Technology.

As progress picks up pace on the North Tarrant Express Capacity Improvements Project (NTE CIP) in Texas, it’s crucial to highlight our use of innovation in this project.  ​​​​​​​

In March, the North Tarrant Infrastructure team achieved a significant production milestone by completing their first partial bridge demolition of the project! This wasn’t just another regular demolition – it was unique because of the method used, one that had not been tried before.

This technique is known as hydrodemolition. While the concept is not new, advances in this technology are revolutionizing the way companies approach deconstruction due to its unparalleled precision and environmental sustainability benefits. 

The cutting-edge technology involves directing concentrated water into a high-pressure system, capable of demolishing various materials like concrete and asphalt. During the demolition phase a large quantity of water is used. In the NTE CIP, the team used machines that recycle the used water by storing it in tanks nearby, ready to be reused later in the operation. Vacuums on the equipment capture the water and debris, which is then filtered to remove the concrete debris so the water can be reused.

“Due to the scope of work and because we are trying to keep as much of the existing structures as possible, we knew we had to think more creatively,” says Ignacio Milans, CEO of NTE CIP. “We were exploring innovative solutions and learned about the hydro demolition and knew it would be a great fit for what we need to get done.”

This method was preferred over traditional means for the safety of the workers, as well as to reduce interference with the traveling public, allow the contractor to be more precise in demolition, and reduce the amount of overall reconstruction needed. Using this type of equipment instead of traditional heavy equipment reduces noise, dust, and falling debris. It also allows for the existing rebar to remain intact.

As the NTE CIP continues to move forward, let’s celebrate their use of innovative technology to accomplish their goal effectively and sustainably. They smashed a major milestone by taking down a chunk of a bridge using a unique method we haven’t tried before!

This project encompasses 10.4 miles, spans six cities, and adds one additional general purpose lane in each direction along Loop 820 and one managed lane in each direction along State Highway 121/183. 

NTE CIP is being developed by NTE Mobility Partners and constructed by North Tarrant Infrastructure, a joint venture between Ferrovial Construction and Webber.