Prefabricated modular buildings used on Melbourne’s new Mordialloc station will reduce construction time and disruption for locals
Melbourne’s new elevated Mordialloc station in the city’s southeast is taking shape with some of the prefabricated pieces now being lifted into place on site.
A total of 30 prefabricated building modules will be delivered and installed for the new station, with eight arriving so far this year.
The station modules vary in size, ranging from one tonne to 40 tonnes each and will measure more than 750 square metres when fully assembled.
The prefabricated modular design allows the buildings to be built off site, minimising construction time and disruption for locals.
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Mordialloc’s new station will be in the heart of the suburb and feature modern facilities, all-abilities access, improved lighting, public spaces, and enhanced landscaping. An entrance at each end of the station will also provide easier and convenient access for commuters.
Works are also progressing to remove the level crossings at McDonald Street in Mordialloc and Station Street in Aspendale by building new rail bridges over the rail line.
In late November, crews finished installing the L-beams at Station Street, Aspendale, which weigh more than 120 tonnes and will create the U-trough trains will run through.
Work has also started to install the 44 L-beams that will make up the elevated rail north of Mordialloc Creek.