Category: cultural heritage

44 meter high Philips chimney relocated

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In the Dutch city Roosendaal, Bresser moved a 44-meter-high chimney (450 tons) in one piece over a distance of 450 meters. Thanks to years of effort by former Philips employee Jongmans, the tower was spared from the demolition hammer. The buildings on the former Philips site have recently been demolished to make way for a distribution center. With the exception of the chimney. Commissioned by the municipality of Roosendaal, Bresser moved the entire structure upright to a new location on the side of the site. At this location, Philips’ industrial heritage remains a landmark for the city.

Schok therapy in Groningen (NL): historic rectory made earthquake-resistant

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Bresser has successfully made a historic rectory in Garrelsweer, Groningen, earthquake-resistant. To install the innovative seismic solution, the national monument (300 tons) was carefully jacked up by one meter.

This operation created the space needed to install a new earthquake-resistant foundation (base isolation). After completion of the work, the 1931 rectory was safely lowered back into its final position.

By applying advanced engineering techniques, Bresser contributes to the preservation of cultural heritage in earthquake-prone areas. This project ensures that the historic building is protected and future-proof.