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Dublin’s tram system, known as the LUAS, is currently being expanded. In the course of this, two sections of the new B1 Cherrywood line were outfitted with highly efficient vibration protection: Getzner Werkstoffe was responsible for the vibration mitigation measures in this project, which involved the installation of ballast mats in the ballasted superstructure.

A noise and vibration study commissioned by the engineering office Arup (Ireland) recommended that ballast mats be installed in the areas requiring protection. The consortium responsible for construction, Somague/Bowen/Sacyr decided to use Getzner's Type Sylomer® B 119 ballast mats. These ballast mats can be installed in even the most adverse weather conditions. Getzner developed a special welding technique for this purpose. For the construction companies, this was a great advantage as the Irish weather frequently hampered the progress of the project. As an additional service, Getzner provided experts for on-site consultation during the installation phase. Using this technology, three workers can lay over 500 m² of ballast mats in a morning's work.