CMRL is expanding Chennai’s Metro network by implementing Phase-2 project. M/s Larsen & Toubro the contractor recently commissioned an automated concrete distribution system at the casting yard. Though L&T commenced tunnelling works in February 2023 between Kellys and Taramani in Corridor-3 contract TU02.
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A total of 8 Tunnel Boring Machines will be engaged by Larsen & Toubro in TU02. This contract requires a total of 18000 concrete segment rings. 17100 rings are 1.4m wide, whereas 900 rings are 1.2m wide (for tight curve sections).
Larson & Tubro commenced segment manufacturing in May 2022 after commissioning a tunnel segment casting yard in Vanagaram, Chennai. So far, 4400 rings have been made. Each segment has a unique barcode and an RFID tag for future identification and traceability. Larson & Tubro commissioned an automated concrete distribution system at the casting yard.
The system allows for the automated delivery of concrete from the concrete batching plant to the segment moulds, increasing production capacity while minimising man power and carbon emissions.
Elematic OYJ of Finland provides this environmentally beneficial technology. Chennai Metro is happy to inform that it is the first project in India to adopt this technique undertaken by the contractor.
This system was inaugurated by Mr. T. Archunan Director Projects of CMRL in presence of senior officials and staff of CMRL and L&T.
About Chennai Metro Phase-2:
Phase-2 expansion has been planned for a length of 118.9 Km network with 128 nos. of Stations. It consists of three Corridors i.e. Corridor -3 – From Madhavaram to SIPCOT (45.8 Km), Corridor -4 – From Lighthouse to Poonamallee Bypass (26.1 Km), Corridor-5- From Madhavaram to Sholinganallur (47 Km).
The estimated cost of the project is Rs. 63246/- Crore (Rupees Sixty three thousand two hundred and forty six only) (including IDC). The project is proposed to be completed by the end of 2026.
About Larsen & Toubro:
Larsen & Toubro is a USD 23 billion Indian multinational engaged in EPC Projects, Hi-Tech Manufacturing and Services.
It operates in over 50 countries worldwide. A strong, customer–focused approach and the constant quest for top-class quality have enabled L&T to attain and sustain leadership in its major lines of business for eight decades.
Source: CMRL- Press Release | Images Credit: CMRL
