Tunnel Pipe
Durable and efficient solutions for underground tunnels
Tunnel pipes are an essential solution for underground passageways, offering a highly durable and efficient structure for various infrastructure applications. These tunnel pipes are widely used in drainage, pedestrian underpasses, and buried tunnel systems, ensuring high load-bearing capacity while maintaining structural integrity. Their optimized design allows for easy installation, cost-effectiveness, and long-term reliability.
Reduced maintenance costs
Our tunnel pipes offer a set-in-place construction process, eliminating the need for extensive formwork or scaffolding. Installation is highly efficient, with around 10-15 elements (12 meters) assembled per day. Compared to traditional on-site cast tunnels, which may take months to complete, a tunnel pipe system can be fully installed in just a few weeks, significantly reducing construction time and associated costs.
Optimal shape
The tunnel pipe design features a cross-section that enhances both structural efficiency and hydraulic performance. The curved geometry improves load distribution while allowing for better water flow management and clearance optimization.
Customizable design
In addition to the standard tunnel pipe structures, customization options such as footings, headwalls, and wingwalls are available to meet specific project requirements. These enhancements provide greater versatility in underground infrastructure planning.
Fast and simple installation
Tunnel pipes are designed for rapid and hassle-free assembly. The set-in-place system enables swift construction with minimal labor requirements. Approximately 20-25 meters of tunnel can be installed within 2-4 weeks, drastically reducing project timelines compared to traditional cast-in-place solutions.
Minimal social disturbance
The quick installation process of tunnel pipe systems reduces the need for long road closures and minimizes disruptions to traffic and surrounding environments. The streamlined construction approach helps decrease accident risks while ensuring a safer and more efficient urban infrastructure.
Environmentally friendly
Tunnel pipes contribute to sustainable construction practices by utilizing locally sourced backfill materials, such as on-site gravel, reducing the need for excess transportation. Additionally, when used in drainage applications, the three-sided design allows for natural streambed preservation, enabling unobstructed aquatic life movement and reducing environmental impact.
Applications:
- Bridges
- Overpasses
- Pedestrian tunnels
- Ecological crossings
- Underpasses
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