Bridge Design Training Course in Nigeria

Kedmor Engineers is proud to announce that Senior Partner Micha Petri, recently led a 3-day training course in Nigeria for 60 experienced civil engineers from the Lagos State Ministry of Works and Infrastructure, called ‘Bridge engineering from theory to practice,’ focusing on bridge design and construction, working alongside colleagues from Geld Construction Ltd and Samara from SMA Engineering.

 Together, we shared knowledge, discussed best practices, and explored innovative approaches to bridge design and construction. At the conclusion of the course, all participants received certificates of participation as a token of appreciation for their engagement and contributions.

This was a valuable opportunity to strengthen international partnerships and contribute to the development of infrastructure in Nigeria.

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Shana Tova & Happy New Year from Kedmor

Shana Tova from all at Kedmor Engineers!

🍯 🍎 May this Rosh Hashanah bring you a happy, healthy and sweet new year.

We wish you all a year filled with innovation, success, and the joy of collaboration 🌸🌷.

As we celebrate, we pray for the return of the hostages and a lasting peace. 🎗️

#ShanaTova #NewYear #HappyNewYear #StructuralEngineering #KedmorEngineers #Israel

Maale Adumim Bridge

Kedmor Engineers are proud to share the design of this new precast prestressed bridge near Maale Adumim. The innovative structure spans Route 1 and is a testament to our commitment to engineering excellence.

The bridge features a pre-stressed 160 cm high channel section beam and a 25 cm thick slab cast in situ. With a total length of approximately 80m, divided into 3 spans, with a maximum span of 35m long. The bridge’s width is about 14m, which includes a 4m wide lane, to allow for future expansion.

To accommodate the bridge’s 15-degree skew angle, we designed circular piers, with a diameter of approximately 100 cm. This design ensures stability and durability even under the heaviest loads.

This project demonstrates our ability to deliver complex infrastructure solutions that meet the highest standards of quality and safety. We are excited to see this bridge serve as a vital connection for years to come.

The bridge was modelled in a BIM environment using Autodesk Revit, and analysed it using SOFiSTiK ME advanced finite element analysis software for design optimisation. 

Kedmor Team: Amir Kedar, Mor Machlev, Roee Meidan, Daniel Naveh, Yelena Kleiner, Inbar Talker, Shoon Lae Lae Kyaing

Client: Netivei Israel | נתיבי ישראל

Project Manager: I.Stern

Geometric Design: Amy - Metom Engineers and Consultants Ltd.

Architecture: Y.Y. Granot Architects Ltd

Geotechnical Engineer: Agasi Rimon Eng Ltd

Contractor: KSMG

East West Road Project: Onne Bridge - A New Gateway

We're thrilled to share that Kedmor Engineers has designed this new bridge as part of the East West Road project. Spanning 315 meters, this 18-meter-wide structure will be a vital link in the region.

Constructed with 12 internal spans and two end-spans, the bridge deck is a robust combination of 5 precast concrete trapezoidal U beams and a cast-in-place concrete topping. This is just one of five bridges we've designed for the 15km new road project in Nigeria.

A numerical model was built using Sofistik advanced finite element analysis software to optimize the design, and provide an efficient and sustainable structure.

Check out photos of the bridge piers and foundations currently under construction.

Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting project.

Kedmor Team: Micha Petri, Meital Toledano, Rachel Ovadia, Zaw Lwin Tun, Yerucham Shemtov, Amir Berman, Inbar Talker, Natali Yehuda

Client, Contractor & Photo Credit:  RCC - Reynolds Construction Company (Nigeria) Ltd.

Geotechnical Engineer: KLAR-ISRAEL

IABMAS 2024 - Copenhagen

Itamar Netzer recently presented the design methodology for the rehabilitation of the Namir-Yarkon Bridge at the IABMAS 2024 - Copenhagen.

This iconic tied-arch steel bridge was constructed in Tel-Aviv in 1958, and is made up of riveted steel. As part of the maintenance program of the bridge, a rehabilitation methodology had been devised to replace damaged rivets with high-strength friction-grip injection bolts.

Please feel free to check out the publication in the conference proceedings, co-authored with Amir Kedar as part of the work Kedmor Engineers LTD. have done for the Tel-Aviv Municipality bridge department.

To find the relevant information, see page 2167 here.

New Team Leader at Kedmor!

We're thrilled to announce the promotion of Roee Meidan to Team Leader!

Roee's journey with us began as a young student, completing his final university project under the guidance of Kedmor Engineers.

Since then, his dedication and expertise, particularly in the design of post-tensioned bridges, and research into BIM methodologies, have been instrumental to our projects' success.

We're excited to see Roee leverage his experience and leadership skills, to take our team to even greater heights.

Congratulations Roee!

HaEtzel Bridge published in BD&E magazine

New article by Mor Machlev in Bridge Design & Engineering Magazine on the innovative HaEtzel Bridge in Bnei Brak! This impressive post-tensioned deck slab, cast in 5 stages, showcases the latest advancements in bridge construction.

Click here to read the article, with the kind permission of Bridge design & engineering. https://www.bridgeweb.com/

Also, check out this great video of the Construction, with thanks Gadish Group.

Kedmor Team: Raz Mor, Mor Machlev, Roee Meidan, Yelena Klainer

Client: Netivei Ayalon

Contractor: Terree Armee

Prestressing contractor: Prestcon

Bridge Design: Kedmor Engineers

Project Manager: Gadish Group

Architecture: Mazor – First Architects & City Planners

Physical and geometric design: Levy & Shtark Zilberstein Consulting Engineers

Traffic design: Dagesh Engineering – Traffic Planning & Roads

Drainage design and system coordination: Syrkin-Buchner Kornberg Consulting Engineers

Landscape design: Margalit Suchoy – Landscape Architecture

Electrical design: GAS Electric Engineering

Pavement design: Aram Engineers

Geotechnical Engineer: Blank-Lehrer-Bar

Maale-Adumim Bridge published in e-BrIM magazine

Mor Machlev reports on the detailed design of the Maale-Adumim Bridge, using Revit for e-BrIM Magazine.

Read the full article here.

(C) https://e-brim.com/bim-for-bridges-may-2024/

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Netanya's New Connection: The Havatzelet Bridge by Kedmor Engineers is Under Construction

Construction is underway on the highly anticipated Havatzelet Bridge in Netanya! This 5-span vehicular bridge, designed by Kedmor Engineers, will connect a new northern neighbourhood to Route 2, easing traffic flow and promoting city growth.

Follow our page for more updates…

Client – ח.ל.ת החברה לפיתוח ולתיירות נתניה
Kedmor Team - Omer Tsur, Gal Edri, Marina Mikerova, Raz Mor, Irena Brodesk, Moh Wuit Yee Oo, Aung Myin Hein
Project Manager & Photo Credit – Eyal Nitsan
Road Designer – P.G.L
Contractor - Ramet

Underground Water Reservoir, Lod

Kedmor are proud to announce their involvement in the design of the new entrance to Lod from Route 40.

Our team is providing structural engineering design services for a comprehensive infrastructure project that will significantly improve accessibility and sustainability for the city. This includes:

• Two railway bridges.

• Two pedestrian bridges.

• An underpass.

• An underground water reservoir with a capacity of 1,000 cubic meters.

• A water pumping station.

The innovative underground reservoir will capture rainwater runoff from the underpass system, promoting water conservation and reducing strain on existing water resources. The captured water will then be directed to a new pumping station.

The reservoir utilises reinforced concrete construction and is founded on piles for optimal stability. To facilitate the cut & cover construction method chosen by the contractor, a contiguous piled retaining wall surrounds the reservoir.

The project utilised Sofistik advanced finite element analysis & 3D reinforced concrete detailing in AutodeskRevit, for an optimised, holistic design.

This project exemplifies Kedmor Engineers' commitment to sustainable and resilient infrastructure development.

Kedmor Team: Gal Edri, Oren Elbaz, Omer Tsur, Daniel Yegudayev, Marina Mikerova, Inbar Talker, Moh Wuit Yee Oo, Aung Myin Hein

Client: Netivei Ayalon, Keren Hofman

Project Managers: O. Sali Office, Yoram Dushnizky

Drainage Designer: H. M. Consulting Engineers

Happy Passover from Kedmor

Kedmor wishes a happy Passover to all!!

Kedmor's trip to Pavia, Italy

Kedmor’s Raz Mor and Itamar Netzer, alongside Yaron Offir and Roei Biton from Yaron Offir Engineers, recently embarked on a collaborative trip to Pavia, Italy, as part of our ongoing project with the Israel Standards Institute.

Here they met external consultants Studio Calvi, led by Prof. Gian Michele Calvi and his earthquake engineering specialists. This key meeting fostered in-depth discussions and valuable insights, that will significantly propel our collaborative project forward.

The team also had the privilege of touring the Eucentre Lab, a renowned facility dedicated to applied research in seismic engineering. This immersive experience provided a valuable perspective on the latest advancements in the field.

We extend our gratitude to Prof. Calvi and his team for their collaborative spirit and insightful contributions.

Happy Purim from Kedmor Engineers!

Today, we celebrated Purim with a festive company event!

Our engineers and their families enjoyed a day filled with laughter, costumes, and fun activities like colouring and mini golf.

May your Purim be filled with joy & delicious treats.

The Aleto Bridges, Nigeria

Our team is proud to be involved in the design of the Aleto Bridges Project in Nigeria.

This project involves the construction of two modern, post-tensioned concrete bridges spanning the Aleto River. Each bridge will feature a sleek, single hollow box-girder design for enhanced aesthetics and functionality.

To ensure efficient construction, the bridges will be built using cast-in-situ segmental concrete. This method, combined with the balanced cantilever method and a form traveler, allows for rapid segment assembly and minimizes construction time.

These new bridges will replace two existing structures, providing a significant upgrade to the transportation network. Each bridge will boast a total length of 160 meters with three spans.

A global model of the bridge was created using SOFiSTiK finite element analysis software to optimize the design for the stages of construction.

Client & Contractor: Reynolds Construction Company

Kedmor Team: Micah Petri, Meital Toledano, Amir Berman, Yerucham Shem Tov, Natali Yehuda, Inbar Talker, May Myat Noe Shwe Moe, Zaw Lwin Tun

23 Years of Growth and Gratitude at KEDMOR!

Today, we celebrate a significant milestone - 23 years of serving our valued clients and fostering a thriving work environment for our team.

We are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with exceptional clients and colleagues, both in Israel and across the globe. Their trust and ongoing support have been instrumental in our journey.

A heartfelt thank you extends to our dedicated employees, both past and present. Their contributions have been the cornerstone of KEDMOR's success.

Looking ahead, we remain committed to exceeding the expectations of our existing and future clients, while continuously cultivating a warm and professional environment where our team members can flourish.

Here's to many more years of shared success!

14th Construction & Infrastructure Conc

The Kedmor team enjoyed attending the 14th annual construction and infrastructure conference in Tel-Aviv last week.

It was a great opportunity to touch base with our colleagues across the industry, stay up to date with the latest technologies, and most importantly of all, learn from others.

We’re now buzzing to integrate these learnings into our projects, pushing the boundaries of construction excellence.

The Abiola-Onijemo Bridge, Lagos

The Abiola-Onijemo Bridge construction in Lagos, Nigeria is about to enter its final stage of construction. This 9-span, 135m reinforced concrete bridge, will connect the Abiola and Onijemo streets.

To expedite the site works, the Contractor elected to prefabricate the main longitudinal girders and the transverse planks, for which they created an on-site fabrication yard.

Kedmor would like to thank the Contractor for their professional work and excellent collaboration.

Contractor – Geld Construction Ltd

Client – Lagos State Ministry of Transport

Kedmor Team: Micha Petri, Tom Bauer, Itamar Netzer, Olga Tarasova, Eilon Glazer, Nitay Barak.

Photo Credit: Geld Construction Ltd

New Partners at Kedmor!

We are delighted to announce that Mor Machlev and Gal Edri have joined Amir Kedar, Raz Mor & Micha Petri as Partners, significantly strengthening our leadership team.

Both Mor and Gal joined the practice as young engineers, during their final years of university, and have continuously developed their technical and managerial skills.

Gal began his career at Kedmor, working with Micha Petri in the Yavne branch for two years, until moving to the main office in Givatayim. Since 2018, Gal has led a team, specializing in the design of bridges, railroad electrification projects, and complex prestressed concrete elements.

Mor Joined Kedmor in 2015, became a Team Leader in 2019 and moved to Myanmar in 2020, to establish our practice there. Mor specializes in the design of segmental bridges and complex interchanges, and has also been deeply involved in the implementation of BIM within the practice.

We are confident that Gal and Mor will play integral roles in shaping the future success of Kedmor Engineers.

Operation Iron Swords

On 7th October 2023, Israel was attacked by Hamas, committing the worst atrocity against the Jewish people since the Holocaust.

As our country goes to war, a significant part of the Kedmor team have been called up to the army reserves. Needless to say, we are incredibly worried, but so proud of them, and are doing our best to support their families during this time.

We are also supporting the wider community, delivering food and supplies to those evacuated from around Gaza, and to the army.

In the meantime, our Israel office continues to function.

We pray for the success of the IDF, and for peace in Israel.

ה׳ עוז לעמו יתן. השם יברך את עמו בשלום

Construction begins on Havatzelet Bridge, Netanya

Construction is about to commence on the Havatzelet bridge in Netanya.

This 5-span vehicular bridge, crosses Israel’s Avichail National Park, and is designed to connect a new neighborhood in the north of Netanya to Route 2. The bridge is 150m long and is composed of two separate cast-in-place concrete decks with shared abutments.

Kedmor have acted as the Structural Engineer of Record and the Architects on this project. The entire project was modelled in Revit, and analyzed using Sofistik advanced finite element software. Complex Dynamo scripts were created to link between the Revit and Sofistik models, to aid the detailing and coordination of the prestressing tendons.

We wish the site team success during construction!

Client – ח.ל.ת החברה לפיתוח ולתיירות נתניה

Project Manager – Eyal Nitsan

Road Designer – P.G.L

Contractor - Ramet