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frontwand

English translation: facing wall

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10:31 Jul 7, 2011

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Tech/Engineering - Construction / Civil Engineering

Dutch term or phrase: frontwand

This is a report on expansion joints used on motorways etc. The term refers to part of the road structure, usually together with 'sloof'. Example:

'De sloof en frontwand zijn geïnspecteerd (in relatie tot de voeg) en de toestand is fotografisch vastgelegd'

I have encountered the term 'headwall' but I'm really not sure if this is appropriate in the context.

Many thanks!

Simon Jones KudoZ activity Questions: 26 (none open) (4 without valid answers) Answers: 12
Local time: 22:27

English translation:facing wall

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Alexander Schleber
Local time: 23:27

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This looks to be the best option in this particular case. Thanks very much!
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facing wall

Alexander Schleber

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facing wall

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