Systems keep rail safety on track

Network Rail unveiled a joint scheme with integrated support services company Carillion Plc and Stowe-based multi-disciplinary contracting firm Buckingham Group to deliver the design and construction of the East West Railway route. Working in collaboration with Carillion Buckingham JV, Kee Systems supplied 8,000 metres of Kee Klamp fittings and 10,000 units of BoxBolt. These systems were installed to prevent pedestrian and vehicles from straying into off limit areas and to provide safe access to maintenance teams on either side of the railway line. 

The installation of Kee Systems products successfully met Network Rail’s design requirement for 1250mm high guardrail achieving a 400 n/m design load for the project. A variety of fixing methods were deployed throughout the project, with majority being fixed using BoxBolt onto steel capping beams. All the holes had to be drilled with a magnetic drill to fix BoxBolt. The project also involved the installation of 56 units of Kee Klamp culvert headwalls, using a 114-8 off-set design to help accommodate the varying angles on each individual headwall. 

Barry Mullen, project manager for Carillion Buckingham JV, said: “We chose Kee Klamp fittings as they can be installed using a standard hex key, making it quick and easy to install. Kee Systems succeeded in delivering the project on-time and on budget, which resulted in an extremely satisfied client.”