More finishing works in the tunnel completed!
In recent days, we have finished installing one of the two elevators intended for emergency services. We now have three passenger elevators ready, and at the same time we are working on installing two more at the exits toward Lublańska Street and Młyńska Street. In total, there will be seven passenger elevators at the tunnel exits.
Work on installing the escalators is also progressing. Recently, we installed the escalators at Rondo Polsad, and we are now working on the final set at the exit located at the corner of Promienistych Street and Lublańska Street. Escalators are located at four of the seven tunnel exits — on both sides of Młyńska Street and Lublańska Street.
How will movement inside the tunnel work?
The circulation system has been designed to be accessible to all residents. In addition to fixed and moving staircases, the design includes as many as seven passenger elevators — two at Lublańska Street, two at Młyńska Street, and elevators at the Polsad Roundabout and Młyńskie Roundabout stops. Two of them are adapted for use by emergency and fire services — they are located to ensure quick access to both platforms of the stop.
How is an elevator installed?
Installing an external elevator is a multi‑stage process that begins with constructing a monolithic reinforced‑concrete load‑bearing structure, permanently connected to the tunnel structure. Next, a steel roof structure is installed, consisting of beams and girders mounted on the upper part of the main structure. The following stage is the installation of the elevator itself, including the cabin, guide rails, doors on each level, control cabinet, motor, and machine room. Finally, finishing and sealing works are carried out — installing glass panels on the walls and roof, as well as sheet‑metal cladding that protects the entire structure from water and wind.
Step by step, the tunnel is getting ready to welcome passengers.
Take a look at the photos below!
