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SHOREHAM CEMENT WORKS IN THE 20TH CENTURY Chapter 2. Evidence and Analysis
In the apogee of the Cement Works, key infrastructure was constructed to facilitate the movement of materials into the factory and to shipping routes:
A Widening of the A283 Road.
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B A vehicular underpass under the A283 Road.
C Railway connection to the main network and port of Shoreham.
D Rail tracks within the site.
E A network of conveyors and elevated walkways crossing the road.
F Lift connecting the upper quarry with the processing areas.
Later on, additional conveyors would be constructed (G) as the quarry extends to the east, bringing material into the main building.
Source: 28DL Urban Exploration website.