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Rocla Concrete Signal Houses Protect Transnet Signalling Equipment |
| Released: 26 March 2010 |
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February 2010 - Johannesburg - Rocla, the leading
specialist in precast concrete infrastructural
products and solutions in southern Africa, recently
partnered with Transnet to provide customdesigned
precast concrete security units to protect
signalling equipment on railway lines from theft and
damage.
The increase in damage and theft of the electrical
signalling equipment placed along the railway lines
results in interrupted services in a number of areas
and huge replacement costs.
Rocla's custom designed precast signal security unit
is a durable concrete structure that is robust and
can withstand rigorous attempted break-ins. This is
a great improvement on the traditional bricks and
mortar solution.
The unit is cast as one complete structure with a
cast-in base and thick, high strength walls, making
the unit virtually impenetrable. A very high steel
content is also used to make entry through the walls
or roof more difficult.
Each unit features two holes on either side that are
used for handling and installation, as well as a new
special heavy duty door, and sufficient room for
equipment and movement inside the unit. These holes
also provide ventilation for the equipment housed
inside the unit.
Danie Greeff, Director of Major Projects & Business
Development at Rocla says, “The development of
signal houses for Transnet is a long term project
designed to secure signalling equipment alongside
the railway lines, for example in areas like Brits,
where the equipment was frequently reported stolen
and damaged.
"Our team at Rocla customised and optimised the
design of the unit to ensure that the weight was
practical for handling and transportation, but
strong enough to deter and resist break-ins. Precast
concrete signal houses are proving to be a cost
effective and reliable solution, preventing large
losses and costly replacements. The end product has
numerous other applications, such as housing
cellphone tower equipment, security surveillance and
equipment, to name a few." |
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Transnet Signal House |
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More about Rocla
Rocla (Pty) Ltd, part of the Murray & Roberts group,
is a leading manufacturer of precast concrete
products for infrastructure, including pipes,
culverts, manholes, poles and other related and
customised products.
Rocla partners with customers to design and develop
solutions for specific applications. With over 91
years of experience in precast concrete technology,
Rocla provides extensive backup and technical
expertise to its customer base. Rocla has an
extensive network of factories throughout South
Africa, Namibia and Botswana, and is an ISO
9001:2000 certified company.
Through the Rocla Academy, Rocla displays its
ongoing commitment to Continuous Professional
Development in the Construction industry. The Rocla
Academy adds value by providing training to
customers, contractors and engineering consultants.
Being the only company that offers skills and
competency training to external stakeholders, Rocla
partners with its customers to add value and deliver
service of a superior standard.
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