Construction of the bridge was completed on June 14, 2007 and an opening ceremony was held on June 26, 2007. The bridge was opened to public May 1, 2008, after a considerable period of testing and evaluation. The bridge shortened the highway travel distance between Ningbo and Shanghai from 400 km (249 mi) to 180 km (112 mi) and reduced travel time from 4 to 2 hours. At 35.673 km (22 mi) in length, Hangzhou Bay Bridge ranks third among the ten longest trans-oceanic bridges in the world.
When it comes to the application of Metis® anchor bolt system in bridge construction, it is usually play the role of micro-piles. Suitable for narrow working facilities, Metis® anchor bolt system can guarantee the normal operation and safety within the pit. Metis® anchor bolt system is small construction equipment, which can effectively prevent the deformation of foundation pit and the movement of the pit soil outside.