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COMAG

The expert in assembly and maintenance of ropeway transport systems

COMAG is POMA Group’s expert in the installation, inspection and maintenance of ropeway transport systems.

Its wide range of expertise and services, proven in demanding environments, gives it unique know-how and complete proficiency in the operations deployed on all POMA sites, all over the world. This know-how, acquired by COMAG in the Alps, is now channelled into large-scale infrastructure projects, or the maintenance of tourist infrastructure and amusement parks

Activities

From installation to the overhaul of systems

Assembly and Installation

In the workshop or on construction sites, COMAG assembles and adjusts parts for the entire power drive unit of the future system: motor units and mechanical parts, bearings and pulleys, drums, adjustment of moving cables… as well as overseeing the installation of towers and roller batteries, unwinding and splicing of cables. Ropeway transport systems require unique know-how for which specific technologies are implemented by experienced COMAG teams.

Inspection, overhaul and Maintenance

COMAG services and provides preventive and curative maintenance for POMA ropeway system, both for major inspections and targeted operations, thus guaranteeing a high level of safety and optimal availability.

During major inspections, COMAG carries out regulatory controls and ensures the compliance of safety components: roller batteries, braking systems, welds, etc. Wear parts are replaced and any related technical maintenance is carried out based on the findings of an initial diagnosis.

Unwinding and Splicing

COMAG is recognised worldwide as an expert in the art of cable installation: unwinding, tensioning, splicing and adjusting, COMAG technicians are proficient in all these skills.

Depending on the complexity of the project, the characteristics of the cable and the specific features of the site, COMAG deploys the best technique and the most suitable tools to carry out cable unwinding and splicing operations.

1977

Creation

ISO 9001 & 45001

certified

150

employees

1981

POMA Group

200 000 H

of operations per year

At a time when safety issues challenge project managers, operators, communities and users, we are enriching the value of the POMA Group’s offer, capitalizing on our decades of experience and backed by a solid logic of continuous improvement.

In addition to unique know-how in the maintenance of strategic parts of the cable transport system, we have now achieved the highest level of overall site control:

• We analyze and take into account environmental issues, material and human risks in natural and urban environments
• Our ranges and intervention procedures are pre-defined and constantly improved
• We systematically draft and apply prevention plans regardless of the operation

Beyond the strictest respect for French and European standards, we deploy our processes throughout the world, with teams of business experts, also knowing how to interface with local partners to maintain a maximum level of quality. Our vision: to continue to be the world reference for construction sites in hostile or demanding environments!

COMAG President

Roland BERTHOLET

Preservation of the environment

COMAG’s commitment

All operations are carried out in strict compliance with environmental requirements. Illustrations include the decision to pre-assemble sub-equipment prior to the start of work, in order to limit transportation and operations on site.
A commitment shared across the POMA group.

ICONIC PROJECTS

Vanoise Express

The emblematic ropeway of the Vanoise Massif mountain range gave rise to the vast Paradiski skiing area in 2003. It held the record as the biggest cabin in the world until 2016.

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London Eye

Right in the heart of London, on the banks of the River Thames, 32 rotating capsules climb to 135 m, taking visitors above the rooftops of London for an exceptional view of the entire capital.

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Airtram New York

With the installation of this ultra-modern aerial tramway, POMA has provided New Yorkers with the most advanced technology in urban ropeway transportation. It is 960 m long and connects Roosevelt Island to Manhattan in just three minutes, passing over the East River in great comfort with unique views of New York through the huge windows on both cabins.

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Cime Caron

On the “Cime Caron” ropeway in Val Thorens, the highest ski resort in Europe, POMA was commissioned to replace the 4 carrying ropes and modify their hydraulic tensioning system. The deadline for this major operation was particularly tight.

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Contact

396 Route des chênes, 73200 GILLY SUR ISERE, FRANCE

+334 57 45 85 00 Website

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POMA COLOMBIA

POMA’s subsidiary in South America

From the first devices in the Andes to the development of urban ropeway transport

The history of POMA in Latin America began in the 1960s in the ski areas of the Andes. For years, POMA promoted the development of Andean stations, even as urban ropeway transport was beginning to emerge as a promising solution. The pioneering Medellin Metro paved the way in 2004 with the construction of line K, the start of a long, enriching collaboration with POMA in Colombia.

In 2013, POMA established itself for the long-term by setting up its subsidiary POMA Colombia, with its head office in Medellin.

POMA Colombia is consolidating its local presence in close proximity to its Colombian and Latin American customers and is crossing a milestone: as an equipment supplier, it now offers comprehensive solutions.

Activities

of POMA Colombia

POMA Colombia builds ropeway transport systems, operates after-sales services, and offers maintenance and operating solutions in Latin America. POMA is a benchmark in the urban and tourist transport sector from Mexico to the southern tip of Argentina.

Construction

POMA Colombia manages construction projects for new ropeway transport systems throughout South America, from the preliminary design to the execution of works in compliance with international quality and safety standards.

Maintenance

POMA's Latin American subsidiary provides a locally-based service for all customers in the region. Its teams are entirely dedicated to their installations, with unparalleled expertise to carry out all maintenance operations and facilitate on-site operation. POMA Colombia offers personalised maintenance solutions such as:

Major inspections of roller batteries
Major inspections and complete overhaul of cabins
Annual inspection of ropeways according to European standards
Replacement and shortening of the main carrying-hauling rope
Inspections, overhauls and adjustments of devices
Modifications and programming of devices

Spare parts

POMA Colombia supplies custom parts and spare parts for POMA systems. Its proximity is a guarantee of responsiveness for customers in the region.

Operation

POMA Colombia provides the operation and maintenance service for ropeway transport systems, guaranteeing their availability, safety and durability.

Training

Drawing on the experience and expertise of its teams, POMA Colombia offers its customers training at all levels for the operation and maintenance of ropeway transport devices.

2013

creation

95

employees

1600 sq.m

of offices and workshops

Pionneer

with 9 urban cable cars

6

urban cables car in Medellin

The close relationship we have forged with customers is a strength. We are by their side to guide them towards ever more innovative and sustainable solutions and this strong connection we have established contributes to the sustainability of our activities throughout Latin America. One of the challenges for the coming years will be to further digitise our processes, to offer ever greater security and availability. This is one of our commitments.

Manager of the POMA Colombia

Renaud Gorria

I was fortunate to be part of the creation and development of the POMA Colombia subsidiary, of which I was in charge for 7 years. With the construction of a dozen major new projects, and a marked increase in service activities, POMA Colombia has greatly contributed to the development of our activities in South America. We were also pioneers in structuring a committed CSR approach, driven by a very strong local movement here in Colombia. Propelled by the success of a management model for the operations and maintenance of our ropeway transport devices, other subsidiaries and structures have emerged in recent years, such as Telecabinas Kuelap in Peru or POMA RD in the Dominican Republic.

Former Manager of POMA Colombia

Frédéric Demoulin

An innovation

at the service of users

Endurance-M. roller batteries

The POMA Group has innovated by jointly developing the new Endurance-M roller batteries with Medellin Metro.

Improved comfort for passengers

Fewer vibrations at towers and in the gondolas

Reduced noise levels for local residents

Optimised maintenance costs

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POMA COLOMBIA

POMA’s presence in Colombia, particularly in Medellin, is the most poignant symbol of French innovation for sustainable development. It is not only a transport system, but also a system of innovation in terms of social inclusion

Gautier Mignot, French Ambassador to Colombia, in 2018

Preservation of the environment and social responsibility

POMA COLOMBIA IS COMMITTED

ISO 9001 certification

The ISO 9001 certification certifies the Quality Management System of our organization in accordance with ISO 9001:2015, to improve the performance of the processes implemented and provide a solid foundation for business sustainability.

ISO 45001 certification

The ISO 45001 certification certifies the Occupational Health and Safety Management System in accordance with ISO 45001: 2018 and demonstrates the commitment to prevention of work-related injuries and health deterioration.

POMA Colombia receives Fenalco certification

Fenalco certifies corporate social responsibility.

Sustainable development does not focus solely on environmental actions but also carries a social dimension. Throughout the year, POMA Colombia participates in numerous social, cultural and environmental actions in neighbourhoods located near ropeway transport facilities, and also supports local projects initiated by environmental organisations, social and cultural associations.

ICONIC PROJECTS

M Line – Metrocable

Lien social et économique, le Metrocable de Medellin est l’emblème d’une ville en mouvement. La 5e ligne de métrocâble a pris son envol début 2019 afin d’étendre son réseau de transport public, au service d’une mobilité durable et douce.

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Zacatecas

The new POMA detachable gondola lift in Zacatecas takes passengers on a stunning journey over the historic centre of this ancient Mexican city, in one of the seven emblematic red cabins.

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K line – Metrocable

This urban gondola lift incorporated into a public transport system was a world first and quickly became a model for many large cities in terms of sustainable transportation and social inclusion. With the Metrocable, the city was gradually transformed, connecting the different neighbourhoods and their inhabitants.

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Santo Domingo

The oldest city in the New World, Santo Domingo, has a modern public transport system; the first Caribbean urban gondola lift line! 195 cabins criss-cross the sky and provide a connection between Line 2 of the metro and the north-eastern zone, twice crossing over the Ozama river.

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J line – Metrocable

In 2007, Metrocable’s second line initiated the urbanisation of an area to the west of the city. Unlike its predecessor, line K, the objective of commissioning line J was to support urban development in that area, rather than to bring the highly populated neighbourhood out of any kind of isolation.

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CONTACT

Parque Empresarial NORTIKO, Avenida 10 #52 – 80 Bodega 22. – Bello- Colombia

+57 604 444 0958

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BACO

BACO AG markets and manufactures new POMA installations for ski resorts and tourist sites in Switzerland.

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POMA Egypt

Thanks to this competence center based in North Africa, POMA EGYPT supports the development of POMA in the region.Thanks to its technical experience in a complex environment and its knowledge of the territory, cable transport is developing in Africa as well as Middle East.

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Leitner-Poma of America

LPOA leverages its experience and know-how to build ropeway transport installations in the United States and Canada, as well as Australia and New Zealand.

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