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Evolution of the Bridge

Posted on 10th June 2016 by pinnacleadmin

When ancient man first decided to leave the confines of his home territory, the biggest single obstacle to his travel would have been a large river. Smaller streams could be forded or swam, while a rudimentary boat could transport one … Continue reading →

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History of the Pontoon Bridge

Posted on 1st June 2016 by pinnacleadmin

The Pontoon (or ponton) bridge is also referred to as a floating bridge and has been used for military and other purposes for literally thousands of years. The first mention of a pontoon bridge is found in Homer ca 800BC. … Continue reading →

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Why Choose Us?

Posted on 16th May 2016 by pinnacleadmin

Are you looking for good reasons to choose this company? The biggest reason is without a doubt our expertise. We aren’t just up to date on industry standards; we keep pushing boundaries by drawing from the state of the art. … Continue reading →

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How Pontoon Bridges Work

Posted on 5th May 2016 by pinnacleadmin

HOW PONTOON BRIDGES WORK A Pontoon bridge, otherwise known as a floating bridge is a deck supported by floating pontoons. They are designed to meet the requirements of the location and the purpose they are meant to serve. Quite often … Continue reading →

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The World’s Highest Bridges

Posted on 18th April 2016 by pinnacleadmin

The World’s Highest Bridges 10. China: Beipanjiang River Railway Bridge – 275 metres The only railway bridge on the list is a remarkable Chinese structure. It crosses the Beipan Gorge in the Guizhou Province. 9. USA: Royal Gorge Bridge – … Continue reading →

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The World’s Most Famous Ships

Posted on 11th April 2016 by pinnacleadmin

Top 10 Most Famous Ships People have been using ships to travel for centuries and this remains one of the most exciting and romantic ways of getting around. These days, thousands of different destinations around the world can be reached … Continue reading →

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The World’s 5 Most Dangerous Bridges

Posted on 6th April 2016 by pinnacleadmin

When you think of a bridge, you probably think of a nice, sturdy construction that guides its walker across of a road or a river, but not all bridges are so safe and unassuming! In fact, for some bridges across … Continue reading →

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The Most Expensive Private Yachts Ever Built

Posted on 23rd March 2016 by pinnacleadmin

If there is one symbol of wealth and extravagance that stands above all others, it is the private yacht. What many of us do not think about, however, is that there is a hierarchy within the private yacht world. Some … Continue reading →

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The 7 Most Notorious Sea Disasters Ever

Posted on 16th March 2016 by pinnacleadmin

Most people think the Titanic was the worst ever sea disaster. Whilst it’s the most notorious, many other terrible catastrophes have happened at sea the world over, during both war and peacetime. MV Wilhelm Gustloff: This German ship was hit … Continue reading →

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Five of the Best Bridges in the World

Posted on 29th February 2016 by pinnacleadmin

29 People have built bridges for thousands of years, so it’s hardly surprising that some of the bridges around the world feature spectacular locations and construction techniques. Five of the world’s most innovative bridges ever built include: Ponte Vecchio, Florence … Continue reading →

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