Platform extension projects for the New Intercity Fleet involve complex staging and interface management to accommodate longer trains while maintaining operational stations. Production rates vary based on platform configuration, existing infrastructure, and construction methodology. Modern techniques including prefabricated elements and modular construction have improved delivery timeframes, with some projects achieving extension rates of up to 40m per week under optimal conditions.
Key Statistics:
- Average extension length: 60-80m
- Typical platform width: 3.5-4.5m
- Production rate: 20-30m/week
- Concrete pour volume: 30-40m³/day
- Typical project duration: 4-6 months
- Best practice completion: 3 months
- Average cost: $3-5M per platform
- Typical possession utilization: 85%
AUSTRALIA REGION (NSW NIF Projects)
| Station | Scope | Length (m) | Elements | Duration (months) | Start-End | Production Rate (m/week) | Contractor | Cost ($M) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyong | Platform 1&2 | 75 | PE,CS,OHW | 5 | Mar20-Aug20 | 25-30 | John Holland | 4.2 | TfNSW |
| Gosford | Platform 3&4 | 80 | PE,CS,OHW | 6 | Jun20-Dec20 | 20-25 | Downer | 4.8 | NIF Data |
| Woy Woy | Platform 1&2 | 65 | PE,CS,OHW | 4 | Sep20-Jan21 | 28-32 | Haslin | 3.8 | TAHE |
| Hornsby | Platform 4&5 | 70 | PE,CS,OHW | 5 | Apr21-Sep21 | 22-28 | Built | 4.5 | RAP Reports |
| Newcastle | Platform 1 | 60 | PE,CS,OHW | 4 | Jul21-Nov21 | 25-30 | John Holland | 3.6 | TfNSW Data |
Key:
PE = Platform Extension
CS = Canopy/Shelter
OHW = Overhead Wiring Modifications
Production Rate Analysis by Element:
Platform Construction:
- Foundation Works:
- Piling: 4-6 piles/day
- Footings: 15-20m/week
- Retaining walls: 10-12m/week
- Platform Structure:
- Precast panels: 8-10 units/day
- In-situ concrete: 20-25m³/day
- Surface finishing: 100m²/week
- Services/Utilities:
- Drainage: 15-20m/day
- Electrical: 25-30m/day
- Communications: 20-25m/day
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Note 1: Production rates are indicative only.
Note 2: Rates vary based on:
- Existing platform condition
- Access constraints
- Service relocations
- Possession availability
- Weather impacts
- Interface requirements
Note 3: Duration calculation formula:
D = (BL × CF × IF) + PC, where:
- D = Total duration
- BL = Base length duration
- CF = Complexity factor (1.0-1.5)
- IF = Interface factor (1.0-1.3)
- PC = Possession constant
Influencing Factors:
- Station operations
- Heritage requirements
- Utility interfaces
- Weather impacts
- Material lead times
- Approval processes
- Community impacts
- Rail possession availability
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