Saturday 27 January 2007

Rail Noise update

Update from Network Rail regarding noise disturbances at the north end of the Tay Rail Bridge (note Palmers are their contractors):
"As you are probably now aware Palmers have been working hard at building additional “sound- proofing” around 2 machines in the yard.

"They are both being used to deliver/recover grit and air to/from the bridge.

"Palmers have also carried out fairly thorough sound level checks which are all very low.

"Perhaps the most important factors to be aware of however are the following :

"Palmers have commissioned a single super silenced machine to replace the “normal" machinery currently on site (this is a new venture for the equipment manufacturer in response to the perceived needs at the Tay Bridge location).

"The current arrangement of machinery is due for replacement in approx 6 weeks time.
Palmers shall continue to monitor the noise levels and ensure that the machines are turned off whenever they are not in us.

"We shall collectively re-consider “best location” for the new extraction unit.

"I hope this gives you enough re-assurance to revert to your constituents."