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TD Place Stadium Bridge Earns Prestigious AQTr Award Nomination for Excellence
June 16, 2015 — Boucherville, Québec, CANADA – The TD Place Sports Stadium Bridge Project in Ottawa, Ontario, has been chosen as one of two finalists in the International/Outside Québec category for AQTr’s 8th Annual Gala of the Awards for Excellence in Transportation. The Award will be presented by the Association québécoise des transport for 10 categories at the Gala on June 18, 2015, to be held at the Sciences Centre of Montréal. The AQTr Awards honor projects that help to promote or improve transportation in Québec. AQTr aims to support outstanding initiatives and to encourage the industry to be inspired. Co-finalist for the AQTr Awards competition in the International Category is Parsons, for the Vimy Memorial Bridge, in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
MAADI Group’s Expert Engineering Brings Innovative Aluminum Bridge to Life
The aluminum bridge at TD Place Stadium was designed and built by MAADI Group, an engineering design and build firm based in Boucherville, Québec. This 30-meter (98 feet 5 inches) long arched pony-truss bridge, with a clear width of 1.883 meters, is crafted from welded high-strength aluminum alloy for durability and low maintenance. Specifically designed for pedestrians and light vehicles, the bridge features a Warren-type truss main girder, extruded aluminum framework, side guardrails, fencing, and IPE hardwood decking for a sleek and functional structure.
Key Structural Features and Specifications of the TD Place Stadium Bridge
As part of the sports stadium’s renovation, MAADI Group’s sleek aluminum pedestrian bridge seamlessly connects the north and south stands, offering easy access to seating. Designed with everyone in mind—including pedestrians, wheelchair users, and light maintenance vehicles—the bridge combines functionality and style. Its fusion-welded, high-strength aluminum framework supports sturdy side guardrails, fencing pickets, and integrated handrails. The floor is crafted from slip-resistant IPE hardwood, ensuring safe footing in all weather. This vital link welcomes fans attending games for the Ottawa RedBlacks, Ottawa Fury FC, and Ottawa 67s, as well as guests enjoying concerts and special events at the stadium.
Aluminum Bridges: A Smart Investment for Longevity and Sustainability
Aluminum’s lightweight nature and corrosion resistance make it an ideal material for bridges exposed to harsh weather and heavy use. The bridge benefits from these inherent qualities, ensuring reduced maintenance costs and a longer service life compared to traditional materials like steel or concrete. By investing in aluminum infrastructure, municipalities and organizations can achieve durable, eco-friendly solutions that support community connectivity while minimizing environmental impact.
Precision Engineering and Streamlined Installation Process
The TD Place Stadium bridge combines modern aluminum design with full compliance to General Contractor Pomerleau’s standards, the Ontario Building Code, and all relevant local and national bridge regulations. To handle year-round temperature changes—from freezing -15°C winters to warm 26°C summers—MAADI Group’s engineers incorporated thermal expansion joints, allowing the bridge to safely expand and contract up to 50.4 mm. Thanks to careful planning and pre-assembly, the entire bridge was efficiently installed on-site in just six hours by a small crew of four workers and a crane operator.
Industry Collaboration Fuels Innovation and Growth
MAADI Group wishes to thank AluQuébec, Montréal, for supporting aluminum infrastructure in Quebec, and for allowing MAADI Group’s premier product, MakeABridge®, to be displayed in their booth at the AQTr Conference and Exhibition. AluQuébec is an organization that represents the aluminum industry, facilitating the synergies between aluminum industry manufacturers and suppliers and the government of Québec, promoting the many advantages of using aluminum infrastructure.
