Electrification

SWGR provide the UK rail industry with Overhead Line Equipment (OLE), Construction and Isolation to OLEC (Overhead Line Equipment Construction) standards. Our expertise in rail electrification and our commitment to delivering projects on time and on budget, means we find the best solutions for our clients every time.

Isolation Planning and OLE Isolation Delivery

SWGR understands the importance of being able to tailor Isolations to the varied scope of work required, essential for successful delivery of projects for clients where maximising track time is paramount.

Our vast experience of Isolations together with our knowledgeable Isolation staff makes us best placed to ensure the correct Isolations are applied on a site-by-site and shift-by-shift basis.

OLE Construction Service

SWGR Overhead Line (OLEC certificated) staff undertake a range of activities from minor alterations (including emergency response) to carrying out a full OLE construction.

We can deliver the erection of OHL (Overhead Line) masts, small part steelwork and installation of catenaries and contact wire.

The service packages delivered by our OHL team includes renewal and maintenance of OHL equipment installation and construction of OHL foundations, OHL bonding and minor repairs, electrification planning and OHL Isolation delivery

• All Isolation staff are trained on various skills i.e. ES, COSS, PC
• All Isolations are walked out before they are planned
• All Isolation staff have their own transport and equipment
• SWGR staff are competent and professional in every aspect of work undertaken
• After the Isolation is completed, staff can be utilised for other duties i.e., ES, COSS, etc., for the remainder of the contracted time as part of the original cost.

SWGR carry out regular safety visits with clients and offer a 24-hour emergency control facility. Contact: 0800 389 3799

All SWGR OLE staff are OLEC certificated.

OLE resource capability includes:

• Construction Managers
• Construction Supervisors
• Linemen (LE1, LE2 and LE3)
• Nominated Persons
• Authorised Persons
• SSOW Planners
• PPS Planners

To find out how we can meet your rail electrifications needs, contact:

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Tel: 0844 692 0692

Fax: 0844 692 0693