Intelligent Freeway Alliance ~ Mitchell Freeway Smart Freeways

Intelligent Freeway Alliance ~ Mitchell Freeway Smart Freeways

PROJECT OVERVIEW

The Mitchell Freeway southbound lanes between Hester Avenue and Vincent Street currently experience congestion in the morning peak. Main Roads’ data estimates that during the morning peak period, up to 45,000 road users use this section of the freeway. To address this, a ‘Smart Freeway’ system is being implemented along the freeway, with entry ramps to be modified with co-ordinated signals. Smart technologies are being installed, including electronic overhead signs which display speed reductions and lane closures.

SCOPE OF WORK

Wilco Electrical was engaged to supply electrical and communication equipment, install and construct electrical and communication services, complete construction verification and commissioning.

Low Voltage Systems:

  1. Supply, installation and testing of all submain cables and final subciruit cables 
  2. Installation of the Freeway and principal shared pathway lighting systems Installation of 6 main switchboards supplying street lighting and ITS cabinets
  3. Testing and verification

Intelligent Transport Systems:

  1. Installation and termination of 71 field ITS cabinets 
  2. Installation of backbone and local fibre and communications systems
  3. Installation and commissioning of Variable Message Signs
  4. Installation of Accident Incident Detection systems

ACHIEVEMENTS TO DATE

Originally engaged to deliver LV scope only, Wilco’s performance has lead to an increase in scope to include ITS and communications services. This has resulted in the generation of 2 Aboriginal Electrical apprenticeships while maintaining zero loss time injuries