Paul Glassey SA
Urban transportation
Research conducted in the field of ski lifts can sometimes prove useful in the context of urban transport systems.
Indeed, the very high land use often requires complicated mechanical solutions.
In this context, our company regularly participates in competitions for ideas or projects such as funicular railways or mechanized ramps.
As part of these studies, we intervene to:
Integration into the site and adaptation to existing structures represent the main challenge when installing systems in urban environments.
Project references
Our achievements demonstrate the diversity and quality of our expertise. Here are a few projects carried out locally and internationally that illustrate our expertise and our ability to support resorts of all sizes.
SWITZERLAND:
- Funiculaire Fun’ambule NEUCHATEL (coordination & conseil)
- Télécabine « pulsé » à Neuchâtel (étude de faisabilité)
ITALY:
- San Rémo (concours)
SPAIN:
- Ténérife (trains & funiculaires urbains)
ALGERIA:
- Télécabine à Oran *
USA – Canada:
- Projet de liaison Détroit – Windsor
PATENTS:
- Télécabine avec rampe mécanisée
- « Birag » transport urbain
- « Autofuni » transport individuel
* Work carried out as a subcontractor for a builder
