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Official Approval for the Foundation Construction Train in Switzerland

On February 28, 2025, our Foundation Construction Train received official approval for operations across Switzerland!

This means the Foundation Construction Train can now be deployed throughout the country for specialist foundation engineering projects carried out directly from the track.
We look forward to future collaborations and the projects ahead.

Operational Approval for Switzerland (PDF, 0,3 MB) 

At a Glance

With our newly developed Foundation Construction Train, we deliver safe, reliable, and cost-efficient foundation solutions — directly from the track, whether in station areas, on open lines, in cuttings, or on embankments.

Thanks to a specialized setup process, integrated tool logistics, and high foundation performance, this rail-based carrier unit combines proven special civil engineering methods with the unique requirements of railway construction — enabling sustainable, safe, and efficient project execution.

Overview of Technical Methods


Vibratory Driving

  • Installation of sheet piles
    and soldier pile walls
  • Max pile length: 15.0 m
  • Reach: 9.4 m


Pressing (MPZ / MPU)

  • Max pile length: 15.0 m
  • Reach: 9.0 m


Impact Driving (using HRS 5)

  • Hammer weight: 5 t
  • Max pile length: 12.2 m
  • Reach: 9.4 m


Drilling

  • Installation of bored piles
    up to 18.0 m depth
  • Diameter up to 1,350 mm
  • Reach up to 9.5 m


Applications

We build foundations where crawler equipment can’t reach!


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