Update on assembly works for Tunnel Boring Machine
Work item: HS2-MW-SCS-Ph1-Ar-So-S2-Prog-works-7-12/06/2021_04
Work Item Summary
- Project Phase
- Phase 1
- Region
- Hillingdon
- Location
- Ruislip
- Worksite Name
- West Ruislip
- Contractor
- SCS JV
- Type of works
- Construction, TBM Associated Works
- Estimated Start Date
- 06/12/2021
- Estimated End Date
- 31/10/2022
What we are doing
What we are doing
Works are ongoing to prepare the two Tunnel Boring Machines at our West Ruislip Portal site.
The assembly of the TBMs is now completed. We will shortly be switching one on and will cut up to one metre into the concrete wall ahead of it. To ensure the TBM is ready to be launched, we will continue with the following activities:
- Welding works on the TBM components
- Steel structure for concrete works
- Electrical cables installation
We will only carry out activities agreed with the London Borough of Hillingdon and will adhere to the agreed working hours, noise and vibration limits.
You may notice periods of increased noise during these works. To minimise noise, acoustic screens and tents will be used.
We would like to apologise in advance for any disruption or inconvenience this may cause. Every effort is being taken to ensure that these works are carried out in the least impactful way.
We will ensure that disruption is kept to a minimum.
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