Steele and Co. Ltd. can carry out the renewal, repair and refurbishing of existing steel structures (movable bridge, jetty, conveyor etc.). This can be in the form of welding repairs, renewal of corroded items, shot blasting of a finished structure in addition to the application of industrial paints to specification. When dealing with heritage items of a historical nature, care is always taken to retain the original character and look of the original structure and we can advise on new regulations and add extra safety features when necessary. We can also provide the authentic look using modern materials and finishes.

Scherzer Bridges, North Wall, Dublin (2003)
Designed by William Scherzer of Chicago, it was a popular type of movable bridge around 1900. Steel trusses or girders across the navigable channel are supported by, and rigidly connected at their ends to large steel rollers or rockers that have a weight at the rear end to counterbalance the front end. Steele & Co. carried out an extensive structural survey of the bridges and replaced any corroded beams or members to strenghten them. Rusted rivets were replaced by authentic "old style" rivets throughout. The bridge was also restored so that it could open and close again with the aid of a mechanical winch.

Project: Scherzer Bridges, Spencer Dock, Dublin Client: John Cradock Limited

Oil fired Power Station: Replating of Boilers (2 x 60MW)
The Company's team of experienced fitters and welders regularly renew pipework installations on site. This usually involves refitting pumps/motors and refurbishing valves for the petro chemical/pharmaceutical industry.

Ferry Bridge, Co. Kilkenny (below)
Steel deck sections were fitted to replace timber and to strengthen the bridge structure.

Project: Ferry Bridge, Co. Kilkenny Client: Kilkenny County Council

Oonagh bridge, Enniskerry
Erected in 1870, we completely refurbished this bridge in 1991. The lower sections of lattice steelwork were first renewed and welded in position. Then the bridge was completely shotblasted and repainted (125 microns).
Capacity before: 3t
Capacity after: 20t