Acoustic Grinding of REM Tracks

In preparation for the next phase of dynamic testing to test the systems and prepare the facilities for the REM commissioning, acoustic track grinding is planned between the Bois-Franc station area and Canora station. This work will take place one lane at a time at night, beginning on June 19, 2024 between 20:00 and 6:00, for approximately 15 days.

Grinding the track reduces rail roughness, thereby attenuating the noise associated with the passage of REM cars. The grinder - the equipment used to perform the grinding - will travel at a speed of around 30 km/h over the section, making between 10 and 12 round trips per night. Occasional noise impacts are to be expected. 

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