Civil Engineering Reference
In-Depth Information
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Lines of bolts every 150 mm
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Significant amount of drilling of the soffit for the bolts
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At least 12-14 possessions to carry out the work
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Longer duration on site than CFP meant a cost of some £400,000
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Extensive disruption to operations.
The Engineers and Client concluded that carbon fibre plates were the
most appropriate solution because:
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They are a lightweight material
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Fast, simple installation
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Low risk during installation
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Minimal plant requirements
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Opportunity to carry out the works in normal rules of the route possessions
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Minimal increase in overall depth of the slab (headroom maintained).
