20 – 22 May 2014 Earls Court 2, London


GGP offers engineering skills


A recent project by consulting engineering and project management firm GGP Consult was for Alstom Transport, providing architectural, civil and structural engineering design services for a site entrance scheme to their depot at Manchester Traincare Centre at Longsight. GGP was responsible for the design from the feasibility stage, through detailed design to final completion of a project that included a new security gatehouse, visitors’ car park, an upgraded site access road and pedestrian footpaths, plus new lighting, CCTV and security. The contractor was Cairn Cross. The company has been


involved in the Great Northern Great Eastern (GNGE) renewals programme, undertaking the civils design role for Siemens, covering all resignalling equipment (signals, control cubicles, power supply points) and


Geotechnical expertise


Expertise in geotechnical engineering, and environmental and engineering geology will be on offer by Quantum Geotechnical. Its capabilities include geotechnical analysis and design, geological analysis, mining geology, land quality assessments on greenfield and brownfield sites, and interpretative reports on greenfield and brownfield or contaminated land, with advice on remediation. The company can also undertake groundwater studies, claims, technical specifications and the supply of staff on secondments. A recent contract secured


by Quantum Geotechnical was for the ground investigation for Phase 2 of the 220km Pepel to Tonkolili rail link in Sierra Leone on behalf of African Minerals.


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level crossing equipment such as barriers, road traffic lights, modular buildings and power cubicles. The foundation designs for this prestigious project were produced for more than 400


new signalling assets and multiple assets at 44 level crossings.


GGP also undertook two contracts for East Midlands Trains linked to station refurbishment and upgrade


projects at Leicester, the more recent of which saw modernisation of passenger facilities including the main concourse, footbridge, first class lounge, waiting rooms and passenger toilets.


GGP provided architectural, civil and structural engineering design services for a site entrance scheme to Alstom’s Manchester Traincare Centre


Tackling frozen ballast


New from Kilfrost will be a de-/anti-icing fluid to overcome the challenges of frozen ballast. Kilfrost AGT fluid is designed to prevent ballast from freezing so that it can be successfully transported and distributed onto the track. It is non- hazardous as classified by REACH and CLP regulations and is fully biodegradable. It also offers high levels of de-/ anti-icing performance down to temperatures as low as -25°C. The product can be easily sprayed onto ballast, removing any moisture from the surface and creating a coating which prevents further moisture from forming. It is also highly resistant to precipitation. Gary Lydiate, Chief Executive of Kilfrost,


comments: “Track renewals can be affected in two main ways. Firstly, the frozen ballast in the ground can significantly slow down the excavation of the old ballast, including the lifting of old track panels. Secondly, the new ballast arriving to site in hoppers when frozen cannot escape down the funnel chute. Issues such as these lead to disruption and delays so it is vital that an effective de/anti-icing product is used.”


Kilfrost AGT can also be used to suppress dust created during track renewal work near populated areas or stations. Its humectant and binding characteristics mean it agglomerates particles and holds them together. Unlike when using water as a dust


suppressant, Kilfrost AGT is still active even when dried.


Among other products on show will be Kilfrost Rail Plus and Kilfrost Rail, which prevent ice forming on the conductor rail and are suitable for use on points and switches. In addition, Kilfrost Rail is approved for the anti-icing treatment of brake calipers and associated riggings, while Kilfrost Rail Plus has recently been approved for use on pantographs. Kilfrost TDIce and Kilfrost TDIce Plus were developed as a de-/anti-icing fluid within Swedish-based Nordic’s anti-icing systems, and Kilfrost also offers a range of materials for use on platforms, crossings and walkways.


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