From inception, Thorntask has notable recognition as one of the leading companies in platform construction and reconstruction. Working both with Network Rail and London Underground in projects varying from complete platform builds through to accessibility improvements; the company has made giant strides in what is a specialist sector within the railway industry. Through a combination of traditional building methods united with a team of experienced civil engineers, Thorntask continue to build strong, honest and long lasting relationships with our customers. Our Civils department specialises in both the design and installation of new platform designs as well as extensive testing and surveying of existing platforms where required whilst also specialising in the following;

• All platform construction and reconstruction
• Installation of coper-stones and tactiles inc. Safety Lining & Markings
• Platform resurfacing including asphalt, brick & block paving, ceramic tiling or granolithic concrete
• Manholes inc. Access Ladders
• Raised sections for compliance with the Rail Vehicle Access Regulations
  
  

• All forms of station and track drainage inc. cast iron and steel
• Catch pit construction
• CCTV and jetting
• Removal of silt from catch pits
• Shaft sinking
• Pipe jacking