Site:
North Hempstead, NY
MTA Capital Construction
Long Island Rail Road
Application Overview:
The LIRR Expansion project on Long Island, NY, is one of the region’s most significant transportation infrastructure projects. The Urban Avenue grade crossing in the Town of North Hempstead is one of seven street-level crossings along the LIRR Main Line being eliminated, which will enhance safety within the community and strengthen the reliability of LIRR infrastructure for years to come.
Pump Station Details:
Excel Fluid Group worked with the Design-Build team: 3RD Track Constructors which included John P Picone Inc. and Stantec, to propose a turn-key controls building and 8” Sulzer-ABS 35 Hp pumps rated for 2400 GPM each. The precast controls building satisfied the client’s concern about field installation issues and ensured all components were factory tested prior to being installed at the jobsite. A CAT generator was also supplied.
Installation:
The installation was completed by 3RD Track Constructors team and Excel Fluid Group’s subcontractor as shown below:
-1.jpg "Urban Ave Building Install (1)-1")
-2.jpg "LIRR Urban Ave Pipe Install (1)-2")
