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How Can I Prepare For a Lift Installation?

UK Construction Blog

The post How Can I Prepare For a Lift Installation? Lift installations are significant projects in any construction or renovation endeavour. Whether it’s for a commercial building, a residential complex, or a public facility, installing a lift requires careful planning and preparation to ensure smooth execution.

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Bridge Lift now complete at Iarnród Éireann’s Little Island Station

Plant & Civil Engineer

Triur Construction working on behalf of Iarnród Éireann has completed the lifting in of a new precast concrete bridge span into place, which will be the deck for the accessible footbridge, which is currently being constructed at Little Island Station. The lifting in of the span, which was done by a Liebherr LTM 1450 – 8.1

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Works to enter next stage for West Gate Tunnel

Roads Online

Nearly a kilometre worth of bridges and ramps will be erected in the coming weeks as works on the West Gate Tunnel project in Victoria enters the next stages. Over the next eight weeks, workers will build the bridge structure that arches over the intersection from the ground up, lifting and installing the huge steel beams.

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New Deer Park station and road rail bridge now open

Roads Online

Major work will still continue on the new Deer Park Station over the next few months to install lifts and ramps, fit myki readers, create 150 new and upgraded car parks and build the multi-bay bus interchange and pick-up/drop-off zones.

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Upgrade designs unveiled for Ballarat Station

Roads Online

The new plans include installing a pedestrian overpass with a passenger lift and stairs to both platforms (see image below). The project will also include an upgrade of the northern entry to the station to build a new ramp and stairs, along with improvements to lighting and tactiles. Courtesy of Engage Victoria.

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9 Ways to Make Your Home More Accessible

CCR Magazine

Install Ramps For homes with steps at the entrance or between levels, ramps are a necessary addition to ensure accessibility for wheelchairs and walkers. When installing a ramp, it’s important to consider the material and slope. Ensure the ramp has a non-slip surface and handrails to aid in navigation and balance.

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$800M program to deliver seven NSW train station upgrades

Roads Online

Works that have been highlighted for the Macquarie Fields Station include a new footbridge with lifts, stairs, a covered walkway to the platforms, a new family accessible toilet, improved lighting and CCTV. The program is designed to make public transport safer and more accessible, particularly for vulnerable members of the community.