LMS Civil Solutions team removes 1,200 tonnes of concrete over two nights on the M23

Working recently on the M23 northbound near Gatwick Airport. LMS Highways’ concrete bay removal process was put to the test.

The scheme was completed over 4 weekends with partial and full overnight closures resulting in minimised disruption.

Our video shows how the team removed a total of 1,200 tonnes (400 linear metres of concrete) over one weekend.

• Night 1; this was a partial closure which involved a major saw cutting exercise to allow the concrete to be lifted in large sections.
• Night 2; was a full closure for safety reasons, enabling the team to perform the lift using our innovative bucket equipment.

Maintaining the integrity of the schedule was vital due to a new asphalt surface being installed shortly after the lifting was complete.