Snowy TBM Drive Forges Ahead in High Mountains
- Site of the headrace tunnel located in remote mountains 1.7 km (1.0 mi) above sea level
- TBM assembly took place in frigid weather reaching -15 degrees Celsius
- Machine was launched in February 2012
Stepantsminda Hydroelectric Project
Location
Kazbegi, Georgia
Scope of Supply
5.3 m (17.4 ft) Main Beam TBM, Continuous Conveyor System, Cutters, Spares, Field Service
Tunnel Length
5.5 km (3.4 mi)
Ground Condition
Slate, Sandstone, Limestone, Malms