The Controversial Plan To Bore A Tunnel Under Stonehenge
The proposed upgrade to the A303 that connects Honiton and Basingstoke has been proposed for over three decades.
The History Of The UK’s Most Famous Hypothetical Tunnel
One of the most ambitious tunnel boring projects over the past two decades is the multiple tunnels that are being created as part of the High Speed 2 rail project
How The Most Controversial Tunnel Project Got Congested
There are a lot of highly effective tunnelling projects that set out to achieve a clear goal and do so with the help of a comprehensive plan, effective machinery and conveyor rollers that help to efficiently clear materials away from the site. However having a clear, realistic goal in mind is a vital part of […]
HS2 Injunction may Help Speed Tunnel Work
The construction of the HS2 rail project has proven controversial for many reasons, ranging from the cost through to claims that it will be environmentally damaging and disruptive for those living near the line. While the government has pressed ahead and most political parties support it – only the likes of UKIP and the Green […]
The Different Uses For Conveyor Belts
Conveyor belts are systems that move objects from one place to another via a continuous moving band, usually made from rubber or metal, that rolls over themselves in a solid loop. They are often used in distribution and warehousing, allowing products to rapidly move through different production processes quickly and easily without needing other transportation. […]
What Was The First Tunnel Constructed Using A Boring Machine?
Many early tunnelling systems only had half of the functionality you would expect from a TBM but the initial genesis for this system began in 1825.
HS2 Tunnel Landmark The First Of Many
The first completed tunnel boring project on the HS2 rail project has been confirmed, after workers broke through the final layer of rock in a mile-long section under the Warwickshire countryside. HS2 announced on July 26th that the Long Itchington Tunnel excavation had been completed by workers using a boring machine called Dorthy, which was […]
Most Impressive Tunnels In History
Tunnels are used for many things and have been around since the beginning of time. From Ancient Greece to Babylon, tunnels have been utilized for travel, protection and transportation for centuries. Construction has come a long way since ancient times, the tunnels we build now are far more complex, structurally sound and impressive than ever […]
Can Solar Panels Be Recycled?
Solar panels were created to help reduce carbon emissions and reverse our reliance on using fossil fuels for electricity.
Severn Tunnel Closes For Repairs
Passengers using the Great Western Railway (GWR) services will have to face disruptions over the next few weeks, as the Severn Tunnel will be closed for essential repairs.