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Goeller HED Bridge Cleats for Timber Bridge Floors

Secure, Durable Fastening for Timber-on-Steel Bridge Construction

For decades, county engineers, highway departments, and bridge contractors have relied on Goeller HED Bridge Cleats to securely fasten timber flooring to steel bridge beams and channels. Designed for new construction and bridge restoration projects, HED Cleats create a stronger, more stable bridge deck by anchoring each plank directly to the supporting structure. This unique fastening system helps eliminate floor movement, improve lateral support, and create a tight, solid timber surface that enhances overall bridge performance. Goeller HED Bridge Cleats are compatible with a wide range of beam sizes and conform to Indiana State Highway specifications, providing a dependable and economical solution for bridges, walkways, parks, golf courses, and other timber-on-steel applications. Reach out to Universal Door Carrier Inc today to discuss your bridge cleat requirements.

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GOELLER HED Bridge Cleats are designed for 6- to 10-inch I-beams, with an elliptical hole allowing adjustment for slightly smaller or larger beams. This eliminates the need for special sizes and makes them ideal for a range of bridge applications.


Used by county engineers and highway supervisors for years, HED Cleats securely anchor plank and strip flooring to steel beams. By tying each plank to the joist system, they create a solid, stable floor while strengthening the bridge structure and providing increased lateral support.

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HED Double Point Nails are optional on strip and edge set flooring, but are required on all Plank Floors.


The Double Point Nails tie the plank together and provide concealed nailing. No vertical nailing is needed. As there are no spikes to work out on top, the planks should not creep and loosen to cause bang and chatter. Proper installation should eliminate tendency of floor to buckle or sway horizontally.


An economical and practical fastening device where ever wood is placed on steel. Farms, golf courses, forest preserves, parks or walkways on city bridges.
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HED Bridge Cleats Conform to Indiana State Highway Specifications


HED Cleats are applied at every plank and stringer. Ensure each plank sits evenly on all joists and fits snugly against the others. Check frequently with a level. When properly aligned, your nail of choice will protrude sraight and easily fit
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When using edge set 2 X 4 boards, place HED Cleat on every stinger and on every sixth 2 X 4 board. Use plenty of nails for the in-between 2 X 4 boards. Be sure to nail through at least two at a time and into the next one.
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Here, each plank or 2 X 4 is fitted to the other. If your nails have been driven straight and each plank lies evenly, you can butt one tight and firm against the preceding plank.
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Here is a simple application of HED Cleats. When they are placed like this, lateral play is eliminated.
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