Suíça
Suíça

myGeobrugg

Proteção contra correntes de detritos - Bridge of Orchy 2025

Shallow landslide barrier protecting the West Highland Line

Proteção contra correntes de detritos - Bridge of Orchy 2025

Shallow landslide barrier and anchor

Proteção contra correntes de detritos - Bridge of Orchy 2025

View of the SL-barrier, north end

Proteção contra correntes de detritos - Bridge of Orchy 2025

Landslide barrier and brake ring

Proteção contra correntes de detritos - Bridge of Orchy 2025

Solution to bottom support rope taut with foundation

Proteção contra correntes de detritos - Bridge of Orchy 2025

Barrier with the protected railway line underneath

 

Sistemas:

 

Comprimento do sistema:

45 m

 

Ano de instalação:

2025

Situação:

In 2020, a significant landslide occurred on the West Highland Line, primarily caused by water runoff through the hillside. The landslide blocked the railway, forcing a full route closure while repairs were undertaken.

Given the ongoing risk posed by heavy and persistent rainfall, the site conditions were closely monitored. As part of the long-term protection strategy, a 45-metre SL-150 barrier was installed to mitigate the impact on the railway from further landslips.

Descrição:

Working in collaboration with contractor QTS and designer Fairhurst, a 45-metre barrier solution was designed for Network Rail. Post spacing varies between 7 and 8 metres to suit the local topography.

We supported the project by supplying the barrier system and contributing technical input during the design and installation phases. Preserving the surrounding landscape was a key consideration; accordingly, the upslope anchor layout at the far end of the barrier was adapted to minimise environmental impact and reduce disruption during installation.

After the barrier installation, we carried out an in-house sign-off process called a CONSIS inspection to ensure the project met our rigorous quality and safety standards.

Network Rail made it clear that this sign-off was a critical part of the project’s delivery, reflecting their commitment to quality assurance and the successful delivery of the solution.

País / Região:

Reino Unido

Cliente:

Engenharia:

Contratante:

QTS

Objecto protegido:

Caminho de ferro

Protecção contra a corrosão:

GEOBRUGG SUPERCOATING

O seu contacto local

René Müller
   

René Müller

Country Manager Western Switzerland

Riscos naturais
Engenharia Hidráulica
Mineração / Túneis
Monitoring
Geobrugg AG,Industriestrasse 21,5200 Brugg / Suíça Country Manager Western Switzerland

E-mail

Olivia Sartorius
   

Olivia Sartorius

Project Manager Sales Eastern and Central Switzerland

Riscos naturais
Engenharia Hidráulica
Mineração / Túneis
Monitoring
Geobrugg AG Project Manager Sales Eastern and Central Switzerland

E-mail

Isacco Toffoletto
   

Isacco Toffoletto

Country Manager Southern Switzerland

Riscos naturais
Engenharia Hidráulica
Mineração / Túneis
Monitoring
Geobrugg AG Ticino,Via Brusada 5,6933 Muzzano / Suíça Country Manager Southern Switzerland

E-mail