Problem Statement:
Due to the track’s variable gauges and the beams’ limited overhead space, the customer was looking for a safe and effective way to install cables above metro lines. They needed a solution that could cover the entire track without interfering with metro services or demanding frequent modifications to ensure operational continuity.
As part of the client’s project, wires with different gauges had to be laid across a metro line in the gaps between tracks. There were two primary issues with this project:
- Because track spaces varied, a flexible platform that worked with various dimensions was required.
- Significant height limits caused by the above beams made it challenging to work safely and effectively.
Moreover, without interfering with the continuing metro operations, the client needed a solution that could cover the whole track space.
Our Solution
Y Equipment Services came up with a unique solution: a specially made bridge that was fixed to a multipurpose metro trolley with a unique frame arrangement. A quite flexible and effective work environment was made possible by this special setup, which successfully addressed the client’s particular challenges:
- Custom Bridge: The bridge design allowed full coverage over the track, eliminating the need for multiple scaffold structures. This facilitated a continuous work platform where multiple workers could collaborate on the same level, reducing installation time by 50% and boosting productivity by 30%.
- Multipurpose Metro Trolley: To adapt to different track dimensions, the trolley was designed for smooth movement across varying rail widths without the need for dismantling. This adaptability significantly decreased downtime and allowed seamless adjustments as the project progressed.
- Specialized Frame Combination: The frame was set-up for quick height adjustments, accommodating the overhead beams without dismantling. This streamlined solution minimized delays, allowing for efficient project completion within the constrained vertical space.
Pain Points Resolved
- Reduced Installation Time and Increased Productivity: The bridge structure enabled workers to cover gaps between tracks in one go, eliminating the need for multiple scaffold setups. By allowing multiple workers to operate on the same platform, the client could finish the project well ahead of schedule, achieving a 50% reduction in installation time and a 30% increase in productivity.
- Adaptability to Track Gauges: The multipurpose trolley’s flexible design allowed the entire setup to move smoothly across varying track gauges without any structural adjustments. This feature ensured continuous progress without the downtime typically associated with scaffold relocation and adjustment.
- Efficient Height Management: With the specialized frame, the team could adjust heights swiftly to navigate overhead beam constraints without dismantling the tower, leading to fewer interruptions and a streamlined workflow. This adaptability was crucial in maintaining both efficiency and safety.
The solution from Y Equipment Services was chosen by the customer because it promised to meet and surpass project timeframes, something that conventional scaffolding systems could not offer. By finishing the job ahead of schedule, the client was able to save money on labor expenditures, which came to about 1500 per worker per day, saved 10 manpower costs. In the end, the solution delivered high ROI and client satisfaction while being efficient in terms of both time and cost.
