Friendship Arch (Chinatown) Renovation

The giant friendship gate that marks the entrance to Chinatown is undergoing a major renovation and Superior was the scaffold company of choice.

For 24 years the 10th and Arch streets gate of friendship has been as a cultural landmark that represents home and pride to those who live here and a guide to those who come to visit.

The gate in Philadelphia is unique because it's the only authentic gate in the United States built by Chinese artisans.

In 1983 the gate was made in Tianjin, China and shipped here.

Wear and tear on the gate has dulled its original luster. Artisans from China will give the beautiful gate a much needed facelift.




Scaffold Highlights:
Superior used 14' Aluminum trusses to span Arch Street.

Scaffold allows artisans to touch all parts of the arch.

Superior used water filled Jersey Barriers to safeguard the scaffold against traffic.

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[ToddCWiggins]

DC has a smaller Chinatown, but a bigger arch!