Glenpool, Okla | June 2, 2021 – There is a lot of conversation at the local, state and federal levels about the importance of infrastructure improvements and the need to do so in a cost-effective and timely manner. Premier Steel, headquartered in Glenpool, has developed a patent-pending Fast Cast Bridge™ system that significantly reduces the cost and time to replace or install bridges and culverts.
On Wednesday, June 2, just north of Langley, Mayes County District 3 and Premier Steel partnered to construct this new bridge system. In just under 4 hours, a new 35-foot county bridge was installed.
Because of the modular, steel frame, the Fast Cast Bridge™ System allows for quick and safe completion of projects. “From grading to clean up, the entire process takes only a few days,” said Andy Vanaman, President, Premier Steel. “The actual installation happens in a matter of hours.”
“By utilizing this technology for this particular bridge construction, Mayes County is able to save hundreds of thousands of dollars,” said Mayes County Commissioner Ryan Ball. “In addition to being a cost-saver for the county and our taxpayers, the Fast Cast system takes out the lengthy delay in construction. With this type of bridge, we only have to shut a road down for a few days rather than a few weeks or months.”
Premier Steel has previously partnered with several tribal nations to complete various infrastructure projects – including a Fast Cast pedestrian bridge within the Pawnee Nation.