Projects
Hope Valley Capacity
GRIP 4 (Advanced) project to increase capacity on the Hope Valley route between Sheffield and Manchester. The project included elements of re-signalling, re-control and the provision of auto-lower functionality at Woodsmoor MCB-CCTV level crossing. The signal sighting assessments involved over a hundred assets and was challenging due to the curved nature of the route and the interface with the Midland Mainline at Dore. COVID restrictions in place at the time meant the project utilised desktop signal sighting using MS Teams. Omnicom PVP6 and a 3D CAD BIM model helped the signal sighting committee propose a robust and compliant solution.
Craigendoran Life Extension Works
GRIP 4 project to upgrade three User Worked Crossings to MSL. The project included the provision of new signals and wrong direction speed signs for the new MSL crossings. Signal sighting committee meeting were successfully held using MS Teams. A site visit was also carried out to confirm new signal and sign locations.
Frampton UWC OMSL
GRIP 4 project to upgrade a User Worked Crossing to OMSL. New wrong direction speed signs were provided giving consideration to nearby footpath crossings. The signal sighting was delivered via correspondence with the signal sighting committee due to the relatively simple nature of the works.
Worcestershire Parkway
GRIP 4 project to provide a new station at Worcester. The project included the re-location of signals and provision of train dispatch equipment. A 3D CAD BIM model was used for the signal sighting assessments.