Swiss Ski Area Is Building The World’s First TRI-Line Ropeway

The world’s first Doppelmayr TRI-Line Ropeway is currently being built in Hoch-Ybrig, Switzerland, replacing a 55-year-old reversible aerial tramway. The new TRI-Line system combines aa high-performance tricable system with the known advantages of the existing D-Line, allowing for a remarkable 8,000 passengers per hour and direction. The new system provides compact stations and ropeway components, a newly developed trolly, and cabins with room for up to 20 people. “The TRI-Line uses proven components from the D-Line – for example, the Doppelmayr Direct Drive can also be used effectively in this new system. Another key feature of the TRI-Line is its high wind stability. This is ensured by the two track ropes which form a stable track, a haul rope which moves the cars, and the intermediate suspensions. In addition, round tube supports are used for the TRI-Line. This results in a small footprint and corresponding advantages in the construction phase, such as the airworthiness of the components and short assembly times.” — Urs Keller, CEO in Hoch-Ybrig The TRI-Line also features electric vehicle doors on both sides, allowing for barrier-free entry and improving passenger flow. Plus, as the TRI-Line is a networked ropeway system, it can be fully controlled with the Doppelmayr Connect ropeway control system, and if integrated with the AURO concept, it can run near fully autonomously.