New Innovative cable channel in MiniBars™ reinforced High Performance Concrete

Project Profile
Category: Infrastructure
Owner & Developer: ReforceTech and BaneNor
Structural Engineer: Concribe
General Contractor: Vigrestad Betong System AS
Ready Mix Supplier: Velde
Completion: September 2022

Technical details
Cable Channel: MiniBars™ Reinforced High Performance Concrete
Concrete Type: B80/90 – Concrete
Composite reinforcement solution: MiniBars™
New Innovative cable channel in MiniBars™ reinforced High Performance Concrete

Project description

Design loading conditions by the Rail Authority

  • Light trucks to drive across the cable channels.

  • Side pressure from ballast during maintenance.

  • Vibrations from train traffic and maintenance.

  • Loading on lid from persons and maintenance equipment. 5 ton design load.

The Result

  • 60% lighter.

  • 50% CO2 reduction from less material use. 60% reduction of CO2 for transport.

  • Robust and durable, no corrosion.

  • Nonmagnetic, nonconductive, no induction.

  • Larger inner volume, room for more cables.

  • Details can be modified to meet project criteria.

  • Health and Safety. Lighter channels, easier to handle at site.