PHOTO/VIDEO We were on the ground with the workers in Branimirova! They say the tram will now pass without noise and vibrations, here are the details
Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- Reconstruction of a nearly 30-year-old tram line on Branimirova street in Zagreb is underway, involving deep excavations and track replacement.
- The project aims to reduce noise and vibrations by installing new tracks with recycled rubber inserts, improving the experience for residents.
- Tram traffic has been rerouted, and the work is proceeding under a tight deadline, with the total length of replaced track exceeding 1800 meters.
Večernji List reports on the significant infrastructure upgrade of the tram line on Branimirova street in Zagreb, a project that has been long overdue, with the tracks untouched for three decades. The article highlights the scale of the undertaking, emphasizing the deep excavations required to ensure a solid foundation for the new tracks. Chief project manager Mato Vranješević explains the process, from track dismantling to the installation of new rails, drainage systems, and heavy concrete slabs. A key feature of this reconstruction is the incorporation of recycled rubber inserts between the rails, a measure specifically designed to mitigate the noise and vibrations that have plagued nearby residents. This detail is crucial, as Vranješević notes the positive feedback received after a previous phase of work, where residents reported significantly less vibration. The article also details the necessary disruptions to tram services, with several lines rerouted or shortened, acknowledging that these changes might be inconvenient but are essential for the project's completion. The report underscores the commitment to meeting the deadline, with workers laboring diligently. The use of new materials and technology mirrors previous successful track replacements elsewhere in the city, signaling a consistent approach to modernizing Zagreb's public transport infrastructure. The focus is on tangible improvements for citizens, promising a quieter and smoother tram ride.
Trenutačno smo u fazi demontaže pruge, radimo iskope. Ljudima je sigurno malo neobično vidjeti velike rupe umjesto tračnica, ali morali smo raditi dublje iskope jer nam treba adekvatna zbijenost tla. To je ključno za dobiti dobru i čvrstu podlogu za nastavak radova. Nakon toga ide se u u polaganje novih tračnica, ugradnju sustava odvodnje i zamjenu armiranobetonskih ploča. Svaka ploča teška je između 250 i 300 kilograma
Originally published by Večernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.