The construction of the new modern maintenance hall for České dráhy in Cheb, designed by SAGASTA, is now entering its final phase. The main construction works have moved into the interior of the building, while track installation and signalling-system implementation continue on site.
The project, valued at more than CZK 755 million excluding VAT, will provide facilities for the maintenance of both regional and long-distance train units and will significantly strengthen České dráhy’s servicing capacity in western Bohemia. According to České dráhy, the hall is expected to begin operation in the spring of next year.
“The steel structure of the hall alone weighs 395 tonnes, and more than 5,800 m² of panels were used for cladding the walls and roof. We are also building 3.2 kilometres of new track and 19 turnouts. To ensure the most economical and environmentally responsible approach, we recycled more than 80% of the material from the demolished buildings directly on site, giving it new purpose in the construction,” said Michal Kraus, Vice-Chairman of the Management Board of České dráhy and Deputy General Director for Maintenance.
As part of the project preparation, SAGASTA produced the documentation for the joint permit procedure and for construction execution. We also provided author’s supervision throughout the implementation phase. The construction work itself is being carried out by the consortium of TSS GRADE and BERGER BOHEMIA.
The project includes, for example:
– a three-track hall with a usable length of 165 metres on each track
– inspection pits, maintenance walkways and a 12.5-tonne portal cran
– five sets of lifting equipment for simultaneous handling of multiple units
– modern facilities for staff
– new workshops and storage areas
Environmental and energy-efficient solutions also play a major role in the project – photovoltaic panels, rainwater harvesting, and an efficient heating system combining a gas boiler with warm-air units.
An innovative signalling and safety system is currently being installed, enabling smooth and safe movement of train units within the depot. This is the very
SAGASTA continues to monitor construction progress and support the investor through to successful completion.
The photograph shows Jan Pospíšil, Director of the Building and Underground Structures Department at SAGASTA.