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InnoTrans 2014 EDITION

The latest news & reviews from the industry

InnoTrans 2014International Trade Fair

for Transport TechnologyInnovative Components, Vehicles, Systems

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Complete Freight Systems

Together, we can move freight...reliably and efficiently

With a broad range of pneumatic components technologies, Parker delivers safety, reliability and efficiency for the latest generation of freight wagons. At Parker we design, manufacture and support innovative solutions for freight wagons applications such as interlocked wagon cargo discharge doors.

When collaborating with manufacturers of freight wagons, our commitment is more than making standard components to fit difficult applications. Working as partners we help our customers to create solutions that not only fulfil their engineering expectations but deliver real commercial value.

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ContentsWelcome to thenew railway-newsmagazineInnoTrans special. As with our website www.railway-news.com the aim of thismagazine is to highlight to our readers some of the latestadvances in Train, Rail and Track Technology that you canhope to see from some of our suppliers at The 2014Innotrans Exhibition on 23rd to 26th of September in Berlin,Germany.

We hope you like our electronic magazine and if you haveany questions, please do not hesitate to contact oursuppliers directly or if it helps contact us and we will happilyhelp make the contact for you.

Have a fantastic Innotrans exhibition and we hope to seeyou there.

Director

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Parker Hannifin ..........................................4TRU Simulation + Training .....................6Electronic Data...........................................9Infotec.........................................................10HSH ..............................................................13BT Cables ...................................................15Cytec............................................................18Cassidian/Airbus .....................................21GREX............................................................24Arthur Flury...............................................27Oring ...........................................................29WVCO..........................................................31Pandrol .......................................................32Bayer............................................................33Goldschmidt Thermit ............................36Commscope .............................................39AEG ..............................................................43TE Connectivity .......................................44Amberg ......................................................47Handheld...................................................50Cyclosystem..............................................52

The Railway News Magazine Innotrans Special is published by A2B GlobalMedia and is in no way officially associated with the Innotrans 2014 Show.

dust ingress.

Parker manufactures and suppliescomponents that are ideal fordeployment in the application, typically,P1D actuators, Viking Extreme in linevalves, DXR ISO Valves, an integratedcombination of air preparationequipment from the Global AirPreparation range and VA series heavyduty brass bodied valves.

These products are chosen not only forextreme reliability but also for the abilityto cope with the environmentalchallenges that the rail industry demands.These are then coupled within a Parkerdesigned and built pneumatic controlcabinet and user interface panel (whichcontrols the physical opening). Both unitsare sealed to prevent the ingress of dust,which can be present in coalenvironments and lead to equipmentdamage.

Parker’s products are also thoroughlytested and meet the highest standards interm of:

When it comes to the global rail industrythere can be no doubt that rolling stocksuch as engines, carriages and freightwagons operate in some very challengingenvironments. From extremes oftemperature to harsh working conditions,solutions utilised have to be able to copewith a wide variety of potential threats.Within the rail industry the guarantee ofuptime and operational use is often thedifference between maintaining profits ornot.

Having gained a worldwide reputation forquality and reliability Parker Hannifin hasbeen partnering with some of the world’sleading global rail companies for over 30years. With in-depth engineeringexpertise coupled with innovativeintegrated solutions, Parker products canbe seen in every corner of the world,coping in many challenging operatingenvironments.

Parker Hannifin have global experience ofpneumatic control of wagon cargodischarge doors, working with majormanufacturers of freight wagonsdesignated as FALNS. Traditionally hopperwagon doors are controlled manually or

by a variety of pneumatic componentsand controls. These methods are stillwidely deployed throughout the industry.With this in mind, Parker’s rail engineershave designed an integrated solution thatwould go above and beyond itscustomer’s expectations.

The real challenge for any supplier ofpneumatic components is to offersolutions that add value combiningoperational excellence with the ability tocope with the working environment,maximizing profit potential for thecustomer.

Typical projects call for reliable opening ofthe freight hopper doors on either side ofthe vehicle, giving flexibility to theoperator to unload from the left or rightdepending on the destination’sconfiguration. This can require thewagons themselves to have two sets ofcontrols to enable independent openingon either side. Independent operation ofthe doors is a critical safety requirement.Parker’s solutions are also able towithstand extremes of temperature from -40C to +60C and for the control cabinetsto be completely sealed against water and

PARKER HANNIFIN DELIVERS PNEUMATIC SAFETY, RELIABILITY AND PERFORMANCE FOR THE LATESTGENERATION OF FREIGHT WAGONS.

Dischargesystem forfreight

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• Shock & Vibration (IEC61373:1999Category 1)

• Fire standards (EN45545-2: 2013)

• Low/High temperatures (EN60068-2-1,test Ad/ EN60068-2-2,test Bd)

• Humid Climate (BS2011: Part 2.1 Db:1981)

It is also particularly important to have ashort-term resistance to water becausethe wagons are sprayed with hot waterspray in winter to defrost. (max waterpressure of 3 bars up to +70C)

In the rail industry, air leakage across thesystem represents a major concern.Systems need to remain pressurised tooperate the valves and cylinderseffectively. Despite often beingoverlooked, Parker engineers are able toachieve significant leakage reductions,ensuring pressurisation and resulting inmore reliable operation.

With dual sided coal hopper wagons it isvery important that both sets of doorscannot be opened at the same time asthis could potentially injure anyone closeby. If the vehicle is to be unloaded fromthe right, then the operator must have acomplete line of sight down the right

hand side of the vehicle. The operator alsoneeds complete peace of mind that theleft hand door will not open. To solve thisproblem Parker engineers designed aninterlock into the system. The interlockmakes it impossible for doors on bothsides of the wagon to be open at thesame time, guaranteeing safety.

With the customer in mind, Parker knowsthat every solution needs to be provenbefore being installed on a wagon. As partof any research and development phase,solutions will undergo extreme testing toensure they are fit for purpose. To do this,Parker engineers designed and built acomplete bespoke test environment. Thiswhole pneumatic system was then testedover 3500 cycles with a hydraulicsimulated resistance, representing amock-up field trial of around six years. Thesolution performed perfectly, so Parker’sengineers are confident that the qualityand reliability will more than meetcustomers’ expectations.

Parker supply a complete set ofequipment, ready to be installed on to thewagons. There are no individualcomponents to install other than theexternal actuators; the solution is plug-and-play so the customer can benefitfrom reduced assembly times. Functional

testing is also done on assembly reducingon vehicle test requirements and hencefurther time saving, resulting in quickertime to market.

When it comes to support it is alsoimportant that Parker, as a supplier canoffer support on a truly global scale.Parker Hannifin is present in over 48countries around the world, which givesconfidence to customers that Parker candeliver the service if required.

About Parker HannifinWith annual sales of $13 billion in fiscalyear 2013, Parker Hannifin is the world'sleading diversified manufacturer ofmotion and control technologies andsystems, providing precision-engineeredsolutions for a wide variety of mobile,industrial and aerospace markets. Thecompany employs approximately 58,000people in 49 countries around the world.Parker has increased its annual dividendspaid to shareholders for 57 consecutivefiscal years, among the top five longest-running dividend-increase records in theS&P 500 index. For more information, visitthe company's web site atwww.parker.com, or its investorinformation web site atwww.phstock.com.

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comprehensive design, and state-of-the-art production capabilities to produceindustrial grade products and services.

Our Products andServices for therailway industry We have partnered with severalrenowned organizations in thetransportation industry for the supply ofcomplex hardware equipment for trainingsystems. TRU’s technical approach isfocused on minimizing risk during thedesign and production cycle and onproviding products with low life-cycle andoperational costs.

Training systems include simulators forrapid transit drivers, which are designed

About UsTRU Simulation + Training, a Textroncompany, delivers full-spectrum solutions,superior technical support andoutstanding customer service to the civil

and military simulation and trainingmarkets. TRU’s custom-built, true-to-lifetraining solutions are trusted bycustomers worldwide. Our team operatesout of four facilities across the USA andCanada and has customer support centerslocated all around the world.

TRU is well-known for its aircraftsimulation and training systems, and ithas also expanded its capabilities to therailway industry. We apply our provenengineering expertise to design, produceand deliver complex hardware systemscompliant with the highest qualitystandards, ensuring that operators aretrained in the most realistic environmentspossible.

Our team of experts apply scientificprinciples, multi-disciplinary and

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to accurately replicate the ergonomics ofthe train driver’s working area.

Full scope metro traindriver simulator:Our full scope driver simulator benefitsfrom a state-of-the-art display system andinterface technologies that are the corebuilding blocks of the TRU suite of landvehicle training equipment. Theexceptional fidelity of the simulatorenables operators to perform all thetraining tasks required before entering thereal train cab.

The main features include: – Operator Station• Realistic replica of the driverenvironment – Visual display• High-fidelity 270 x 40 field of viewprimarily & secondary display system• Geospecific & Geotypical environment– Precise development of performanceand systems models– Accurate simulation of malfunctions andincidents

Photo caption: Full Scope Metro TrainSimulator

Ergonomic TrainingDesks: Our training desk posts are comprised of aset of six displays replicating the operatorstation. They are designed to helpstudents get familiarised with the trainlayout and the use of the different controlpanels located in the cab.

Each post consists of:– Up to 3 color flat panel LCD displays– Up to 3 color flat panel touchscreendisplays– Main operator instruments (real orvirtue)

The training posts have a center and leftconsole that encompasses the real linereplaceable units of the metro/train. Thetraining posts can be stand-alone ornetworked.

On Board Systems:We design and manufacture ruggedizedcustom hardware systems capable ofresisting the most unforgivingenvironments. Heat, dust, moisture,shocks and vibrations are only a fewexamples of the challenges encountered.Our systems are made to resist thesethreats and last for extended periods inchallenging terrains or emplacements.Photo caption: Ruggedized InfotainmentLCD Displays for the Railway Industry.

Key features:• Protect against EMI/EMC(electromagnetic interference /compatibility)• Fire resistant• Anti-graffiti thanks to multi-layer plastic• Resist high impact shocks• High-definition LCD• Easy to repair• Life-span of 40,000 hours / 20 years

Meet all standards:

Environmental• IEC60529:2001• IEC60068-2-30:2005• IEC61373:2010EMC• CISPR 11 (EN50121-3-2 Levels) • IEC 61000-4-2/3/4/5/6• IEC 60571 (Figure 4b, waveform A) • IEC 60571 (Section 10.2.9.1) • IEEE C37.90.1

We differentiateourselves by: – Customized Engineering &Manufacturing solutions – Vertically integrated engineering andmanufacturing – Quick prototyping capabilities– Superior engineering solutions anddesigns– Meet military, railway, nuclear andcommercial requirements/standards – Flexible build cycles, low volumemanufacturing and built to print– Customized solutions to meet clients’needs– High reliability & proactive productsupport– Stand behind our product, 24 hourcustomer line

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TRU to Life TrainingTailored railway training solutions from desktop to full motion simulators that truly prepare your operators.

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exactly the same footprint as theprevious tiles. This has allowed retro-engineering to update existing displaysat minimum cost.

CustomerexpectationsOne of the most powerful reasons forchanges in recent times has beenaudience demand. Infotec’s very latestdisplays, the T Series, take account ofthe expectations of an Information Ageaudience.

The range gives viewers sharp HDcontrast, brilliant colour rendition andexcellent viewing angles. The multi-core processor enables the T Series todisplay crisp HD (1920 x 1080) stills andvideo at up to 60 frames per second

Passenger informationdisplays – Developmentdriven by needs

Through continuous innovation,famous reliability and highly respectedcustomer service Infotec Ltd. hascontinued to meet the needs of both,and as a result is the leading supplier tothe UK rail industry.

We pride ourselves on the high levels ofcustomer service that we provideacross all aspects of our business.

As the market leader who continues todemonstrate commitment to productand service innovation and outstandingcustomer care, Infotec is, literally, awinner.

Drivers of changeThe two customer groups have acommon demand - each requires up to

date, accurate information on legibledisplays, whatever the environment.But each has its own desires; someshared but with different motivations,others exclusive to them. It is thesemotivations that drive changes in CISprovision.

Legislation has also impacted. Forexample, compliance rules under theEquality Act 2010 demand that LEDdisplays have 9-pixel high tiles,permitting upper and lower casecharacters with full ascenders anddescenders. This ensures the ‘shape’ ofthe word is recognised by people withimpaired vision.

To meet this, Infotec designedreplacement 9-pixel high tiles with

A MODERN CUSTOMER INFORMATION SYSTEM (CIS) MUST SIMULTANEOUSLY MEET THENEEDS OF TWO CLIENT GROUPS; FIRSTLY THOSEOPERATING THE STATIONS AND, SECONDLY, PASSENGERS USING THOSE STATIONS.

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has always been able to automaticallyrecognise UK rail industry standardprotocols; communicating via EthernetTCP/IP, RS485, Wireless and GPRS/3G.

InnovationA second significant innovation is theway that displays are driven. Prior toadvances in controller technologycustomers had to source the data theywanted to display and carry out thecomplex task of formatting it.

The new generation of controllersallows users to send data-onlypackages to the signs. The display’s on-board controllers then decipher thedata - from whatever source - andformat it. This reduces staff resourcesand the amount of bandwidth required.

Beyond these developments in datadelivery, further progress has beenmade in display management thatimproves display functionality andreduces expensive downtime. Infotec’sAIM (Advanced Information

without affecting passengerinformation delivery.

Speakers can be included in the form ofan integrated ‘sound bar’. This featurecan utilise Infotec’s text to speech (TTS)engine to provide local PA messaging.Alternatively, the sound can besynchronised with video for a fullmultimedia experience.

While taking account of the user, the TSeries is also designed with overallstation management and location-specific operatives in mind. It employspower management control to reducepower consumption.

The range is fully serviceable via thehinged front panel, allowing routinechecks, maintenance and componentreplacement on site. Diagnostics,firmware upgrades and other softwaremaintenance can be performedremotely, reducing downtime andmaintenance costs.

CommunicationOne of the most important buildingblocks in the development of today’sdisplays is how data is derived and sentto them. Eleven years ago Ashby-basedInfotec worked with ATOS Worldline toimplement the EDF protocol that couldbe generated generically by theircontrol system. This is now one of themost common protocols for drivingdisplays in the UK rail industry.

The success of the first major concoursedisplay at London Euston using the EDFprotocol led to its nationwide use, withprojects at Charing Cross, Paddington,Edinburgh Waverley and LiverpoolStreet among those that followed. Over10,000 displays are now driven usingthis protocol.

There is a variety of differing protocolsused on the UK rail network whichraised its own challenges. To overcomethis and to ensure systemindependence, heavy investment intothe new generations of controllers wasnecessary. Infotec’s range of controllers

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The future of CISAs explained earlier, recentdevelopments are driven by audiencedemands for screens displaying avariety of HD media

The Linux/Android platform used bythe T Series is open for customisationwhilst an optional SSP (Infotec’sSoftware Support Package) allowsprogrammers to use standardlanguages such as C/C++. Infotec’sGenius scripting can be used for ultra-low bandwidth applications such aspassenger information displays whilstthe HTML5 compliant browser offersnumerous possibilities to today’sprogrammers.

This is seeing much wider use ofInfotec’s displays in terms of physicallocation – retail outlets, first classlounges, coffee shops andpub/restaurants are among places theycan be found.

The final development to havetransformed displays relates to sound. Infotec developed its microPA systemsas a viable alternative to other

Management) system is a simple buteffective web-based contentmanagement system which, in additionto Ethernet, RS485 can also use GPRS todeliver data to displays.

With the AIM system deployed,customers can access displays from anyweb-connected computer in the world.They can view their estate assetregister, check performance, updatefirmware, carry out diagnostics checks,send messages, receive fault reports viaemail, view what is being displayed(display mimic) and assign RSS (RichSite Summary) feeds.

AIM is currently deployed by trainoperating companies includingSoutheastern, East Midlands Trains,Northern, Eurostar, First Great Western,Cross Country, London Midland andScotRail.

Cost-effective use Ensuring systems are cost-effective iskey and various developments haveaddressed this; some making CIS anoption in locations where previously

the outlay required could not bejustified.

In smaller stations the lack ofcommunication options has been abarrier to installing customerinformation hardware. But now, usingGPRS technology, displays can receivedata in the way a mobile phone does.This, used in conjunction with AIM,enables displays to be updated,diagnosed and maintained remotelyfrom any Internet-connected device.

Cabling across the tracks at smallerstations is a time-consuming andexpensive option. This can now beovercome using robust and securewireless radio technology. Standardcabled displays are fitted with awireless transmitter, then additionalremote displays with receivers can beadded.

There is no loss of functionality andnormal remote diagnostics areunaffected. Brighton station has dozensof wireless displays, with otherlocations including East Midlands Trainsstations and Paddington.

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are created for use in the TTS engineusing actual recorded voices.

Over 2000 UK place names wereanalysed and optimised for Infotec’sTTS library with emphasis on ensuringplace names – including complex Welshones – are pronounced as correctly aspossible.

Next time you see a customerinformation display you will realisethere is more to it than meets the eye –and ears!

automated PA and Long Line PA (LLPA).Its system uses a sophisticated Text ToSpeech (TTS) engine to createannouncements, rather than thesegmented speech used by others.

The display technology receives textualinformation from the CIS system centralcomputer and interprets this toproduce the visual output. This sametextual information is used as the TTSinput, allowing the microPA units tocreate audio announcements directly.

Spoken words comprise small soundsegments called phonemes and these

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Infotec is an award-winning manufacturer of passenger information displays, public address systems, display content and asset management software.

Today, over 8,000 Infotec display solutions are in use on rail,

bus and metro systems at over 1,000 locations across the UK.

Internationally, Infotec displays are being deployed at a growing

number of locations worldwide.

The UK’s leading manufacturer of passenger information displays

Infotec Ltd | Tamworth Rd, Ashby de la Zouch, Leicestershire LE65 2PS.

Telephone: +44 (0)1530 560 600 | email: sales@infotec.co.ukwww.infotec.co.uk

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BT Cables may be a new name to somebut it has a long and proud tradition ofcable making from its manufacturingfacility in Manchester, North WestEngland, which nestles conveniently atthe heart of the UK motorway networkenabling speedy access to the whole ofthe UK, Ireland and continental Europevia major shipping ports. In fact, theManchester facility will celebrate 120years of cable making in 2015, no meanfeat in an extremely competitivemanufacturing environment. BT Cablesis the last major manufacturer ofcopper telecommunication cables inthe UK and a major supplier into the UKrail network having manufactured anddelivered over 1.4 million metres of railcables in the last 18 months.

BT Cables is a wholly owned subsidiaryof BT Plc having been acquired in July2012. Since then the business hasbenefitted from significant investmentin both equipment and resources fromits parent company. Coupled with theinvestments is access to BT’s Globalinfrastructure which has a presence inover 170 countries and is supported byexpertise drawn from across BT’snetwork of complementary businessunits.

BT Cables – Who arethey?BT CABLES MAY BE A NEW NAME TO SOME BUT IT HAS A LONG AND PROUDTRADITION OF CABLE MAKING

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Ensure it delivers first class qualityproduct, on time, every time!

BT Cables operates world-classmanufacturing facilities and hasdesigned and delivered a host ofinnovative new services and solutions.As an extremely customer centricbusiness, these services are specificallydesigned to take cost and overhead outof the supply chain.

So why choose BTCables?• Confidence – As a sole supplier formany years to BT’s local networkbusiness, Openreach, BT Cables hasproved itself as a capable and reliablebusiness partner.

• Competitive prices – industrybenchmarking by BT means all BTCables customers can be assured ofbest value for money.

• Products and Service – acomprehensive range across keymarket sectors

• Cable handling and logistics –providing end to end solutions

• 100 years plus – experience andexpertise. We know better than mosthow to make cables!

• Philosophy and promise – you knowwhat to expect from BT Cables

• Supply chain efficiencies – keepingcosts under control

• Protected – Business Continuity Planto ensure supply to our customers inany event.

BT Cables commits toenter the EuropeanRail market. The next stage in the development ofBT Cables is a clear commitment toenter the European Rail market. Thisactivity is already underway and BTCables is currently actively pursuing thenecessary product approvals to enableits products to be installed in theEuropean rail infrastructure. In additionto its expanding range of manufacturedproducts, BT Cables will be able to offerEuropean rail companies a full packageof additional services includinglogistics, drum management, cablecutting and other added-value servicesall supported by world class customerservice to make the whole processsimple and efficient. BT Cables has alsodemonstrated its expertise in projectmanagement and value engineering,the latter producing reductions inwhole life costs, the benefits of which itshares with its blue-chip customerbase.

ResponsibleManufacturingBT Cables prides itself on its record ofresponsible manufacturing. It is one ofthe few companies within the industryto have an Environmental Manifesto.The company is ISO 14001 certified andfully compliant with RoHSrequirements. Amongst its otheraccreditations BT Cables is ISO9001 andISO18001 (Occupational Health andSafety) certified and is pleased to havebeen awarded its ninth straight goldaward for making ongoingimprovements to health and safety. BTCables received the Gold Medal at theRoyal Society for the Prevention ofAccidents (RoSPA) Occupational Healthand Safety Awards in Birmingham on14 May 2014.

Business PhilosophyThe BT Cables business philosophy issimple:Understand its customers’ needs!Develop solutions to meet those needs!

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rolling stock, it seems a logicalprogression for OEMs to move frommetal or GRP to more advancedengineered prepreg technology.

A properly designed advancedcomposite panel can weigh as much as40% less than one made out of GRP,50% less than aluminium and a massive80% less than steel. Light weightingoffers the rail operator reduced runningcosts thanks to greater energyefficiency, reduced track wear and thepotential to increase capacity withinthe carriage.

For the rail industry both fireperformance and cost are keyrequirements and Cytec has developedcost-effective prepregs which enablethe manufacture of thin and complexstructures with good mechanicalperformance and meeting internationalfire regulations.

Prepregs can be used across a widerange of interior and exterior structuraland non-structural applicationsincluding: wall panels and windowframes, floors, ceilings and decking,bulkheads and standbacks, front end

Cytec–The solutionfor light weightingand fire protection

Cytec is a leading supplier of compositematerials, process consumables andtooling to industries that demand rapidresponse, short lead times, flexibilityand strong customer support. Fromglobal manufacturing and distributionto local sales and service teams, Cytecpartners with its customers to deliverthe right solution to meet their needs.

The benefits ofcomposite materialsThe benefits of advanced compositeshave long been exploited by theAerospace, Defence and HighPerformance Automotive industries. Ata time when light weighting isbecoming more important for rail

MARK STEELE, CYTEC R&D DIRECTOR INDUSTRIAL MATERIALS, DESCRIBES THEBENEFITS OF CYTEC PREPREGS.

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fairings, doors and inspection covers,roofs and carriages, bogie leaf springs,frames and fittings amongst others.

New groundbreaking productsCytec’s two new ground-breakingproducts are the only prepregs on themarket meeting the new European firerequirements of EN45545-2:2013.

MTM® 348FR is a versatile curing epoxyresin prepreg offering fire protection tocategory HL2. MTM348FR, incombination with glass or carbonfibres, offers excellent mechanicalperformance and is ideal for themanufacture of lightweight compositecomponents for both interior andexterior structural and non-structuralapplications.

XMTM 30 is a development productproduced from a bio-renewablesustainable source that meets therequirements of category HL3. If used incombination with natural fibres, itcreates a truly bio sustainable system. Itis particularly suitable for theproduction of non-structural interiorcomponents and in special applicationswhere higher fire performance isdemanded.

Recent projectsRecent projects have included acollaboration with Ipeco Composites onthe manufacture of 960 standbacks forBombardier Class 379 Electrostar EMU

passenger trains which are operated byNational express. Ipeco used Cytec’sMTM® 82S-C phenolic prepreg (meetsBS6853 Cat.1a). Prepreg, in comparisonwith wet layup, offer improved surfacefinish and dimensional tolerances andan overall weight reduction. The robustcomposite standbacks were installedwithout rework, reducing onsite labourcosts and contributing to the qualityand timely delivery of this fleet of trains.National Express benefit from reducedin-service operation and maintenancecosts thanks to a significant weightsaving.

Another recent collaboration was withDK Composites who used Cytec’s MTM®29SFR epoxy prepreg to manufacturethe skin of sandwich constructions forthe cab masks and apron doors of thenew, lower weight, trains for the KualaLumpur monorail system. MTM® 29SFRmeets the fire requirements of DIN5510 for rolling stock, has the addedadvantage of being able to bonddirectly to core by vacuum bagprocessing alone and without the needfor any additional adhesive film, thussignificantly reducing manufacturingcosts and part weight, can be mouldedto complex shapes and offers goodsurface finish.

Looking aheadThe future looks promising for a wideradoption of prepregs by the railindustry as Cytec is involved in a

number of projects looking at usingcarbon fibre for major structuralapplications in rail rolling stock but alsosome very interesting structures withCytec’s bio-system XMTM30 on flax.

Contact details Tel: UK +44 (0)1773 766 200industrialmaterials@cytec.comwww.cytec.com

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Airbus DS Simulation & Training

offers a fully comprehensive line of

training products and associated tools for

education and assessment of train drivers

and maintenance staff

is an innovative leader in simulation

technology and training services for

railway operators and manufacturers.

The train driving simulators have been optimized to be used for the practical content of reproducible exercises in a virtual world, close to a real, typical railway operational environment.

Education and training of train drivers is

increasingly carried out by the means of

train-driving simulators. Such simulators

provide a perfect virtual working

environment allowing exposing train

drivers to various different situations in

surroundings that emulate their daily

working environment or even a future

workplace. Furthermore simulators can be

used in training to handle malfunctions,

incidents and operating sequences in

hazardous / emergency situations.

Cost-Effective Customised Solutions Our goal is to support our customers in

reaching their goals.

Our Approach Providing platform-independent

training solutions, modular and cross-

organizational usable

Covering the whole life-cycle of the

systems, from design to

commissioning, as well as In-Service

Support (ISS) to optimize their

availability during the entire

operational phase

Your Benefit – Low Risk With a strong background in

developing and operating training

systems, Airbus DS offers low-risk

solutions based on modular training

system design, combined with the

flexibility for changing requirements.

We guarantee high efficiency and cost-

effectiveness. Airbus DS prides its self

on Reliability, Safety, Attractiveness

and Efficiency – a benefit to the

operators and the environment.

Due to the high level of detail in terms of

vehicle replica in hardware and software,

operational training for drivers on specific

locomotives and cross-border training are

possible to enhance the introduction of a

new fleet. Our train simulators have been

developed to meet specific customer

requirements; they cover all type of trains,

and respective operational procedures.

The product portfolio includes railway

simulators for locomotive hauled trains,

EMUs/DMUs, multiple units, high-speed

trains, as well as metros, LRVs and

streetcars/trams.

The simulators are offered with any kind of

signalling and safety system in operation

at the individual customer, i.e. KVB, ZUB,

LZB/PZU, RSC, SCMT, GSM-R bi-mode,

PTC, ATO/ATC, CBTC, PTC, ECTS and

ERTMS all levels, etc..

Railway Driver Training Train Simulators - the most efficient way to learn and practice

"By using simulators the content and quality of train driver training could be enhancement, while at the same time training time will be reduced, and a constant high level of proficiency over the long term is guaranteed."

With its simulator and simulation-based training solutions, commitment and engagement Airbus DS provides a valuable contribution to public safety

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Airbus DS Simulation & Training field proven products cover the whole range of training media from CBT, desktop,

portable part-task trainers up to full mission replica cab simulators (motion/fixed

based) and maintenance trainers.

offers a fully comprehensive line of simulators and training products and associated

tools for driver education and assessment, based on the same true fidelity software.

Education, Assessment &Research

Our training system features e.g.:

Accurate and authentic simulation of

train, safety & signalling system

Training on vehicle operation and

operational rules & procedures

Route familiarisation training

Fault finding, diagnosis and

maintenance training

Testing of driver competence and

knowledge of Rules and Certification & Licensing

Achievement of uniformity in behavioural pattern of all drivers

Decrease of equipment damage and

track loading levels

Increase of efficiency and profitability

of training results through quality and

content, reduction in training time

Training System Features By means of the implemented exercise

editor, the instructor can easily define

appropriate driving lessons based on the

student's individual skills and knowledge.

Online setting of events and malfunctions

brings further training benefits. An

implemented fault-finding station allows the

driver to inspect, check and operate any

system of the entire train and to practice

complete recovery procedures as

prescribed by the train operating

instructions.

Computer-aided assessment and

evaluation of driver performance by the

means of the instructor station facilities.

High Level of Detail Databases

We offer a high level of detail databases

allowing even the conducting of route

familiarisation exercises. A database editor

including a large, customized library of

track elements and scene objects is

available to the customers.

Due to the high-level of detail and accurate

simulation of all train, control, safety and

signalling systems operational training of

drivers on specific tasks including cross

border training or introduction to new fleet

is possible, before real world daily

operation starts.

Full Scale Replicas of Driver Cab & Desk

In order to ensure fidelity and to provide a

very realistic training environment,

simulator cab replica and desk will

authentically replicate the cab interior and

desk of the real train.

For highest level of immersion, dynamic

simulation of train acceleration/deceleration

and movement will be realized by the

means of an electrical motion system.

Simulator-based training is especially suited for training situations which are impractical, difficult, dangerous or expensive to be conducted and reproduced in a live environment

Training Simulator Portfoliodesktop to full mission replica cab simulators

Airbus Defence and Space Claude-Dornier-Strasse / 88090 Immenstaad T: +49(0)7545 8 8460 electronics@cassidian.com / www.airbusdefenceandspace.com

DID YOU KNOW THAT 50% OF PROFESSIONAL TRAINING TODAY IS PERFORMED ON SIMULATION BASED MEDIA

As for any training media it is important that trainees and instructors can be confident in

accuracy and close-to-real-world level of detail of the simulation. We deliver simulation-

based training media and systems in quality, accuracy and level of detail allowing you to

reach your training goals for secure and safe operation in your real life daily work.

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Airbus Defence and Space program unit Simulation & Training provides Driving Simulatorsfor railway and wheeled vehicles. Combine modern training methods with live and virtual-realitysimulations of vehicle systems and benefit from realistic simulation of your daily operational & workingconditions for training of rail vehicle operators under regular and extreme & emergency situations.Implementing driving simulators will improve the quality of your training to assure safety & secureoperation according to your standards. The simulators are suitable for licensing & assessment of drivers.

Railway SimulatorsHigh-Speed Train Locomotive DMU/EMU Metro LRV /Trams

Simulation-based Training Solutions

High-Speed Train Driving SimulatorVisit us in hall 11.2 – stand 207

the most efficient way to learn and pratice

Real Rail SolutionsTM

Grounded in ExperienceWhen Ned Snead founded the Georgetown Rail EquipmentCompany (GREX) in 1993, he was aware that while technologywas transforming a number of industries, railroads were slowto adapt. That led him to invent the DumpTrain® aggregatedelivery system. It was a breakthrough in productivity, capableof delivering more than 2,000 tons of ballast per hour withpinpoint accuracy – and do it all with a single operator. Since then, GREX has evolved into one of the rail industry’sleading think tanks. CEO William “Wiggie” Shell has more than35 years of experience in the rail industry. He’s assembled ateam of some of the best and brightest minds in the industryaround him. Together, they continue to pursue the mission ofcreating real rail solutions that boost the safety and efficiencyof track maintenance for their customers.

IS HARNESSING NEW TECHNOLOGIES TO SOLVE THE INDUSTRY’S TOUGHEST CHALLENGES.

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Above: The SPS® self-powered workplatform travels to a work zonewithout using a work train.

Left: SPS® provides a continuousplatform from which to work – up to428 feet in length.

MATERIAL HANDLING

Below left: Aurora® reveals the exactcondition of every tie and every inch of railalong the tracks.

Below right: BallastSaver® uses advancedLIDAR technology to find deficiencies in theballast profile.

Bottom: Aurora® is mounted on a hi railvehicle capable of scanning track at up to 42miles per hour.

TRACK INSPECTION

Integrated SolutionsGREX products are designed to worktogether to form complete trackmaintenance solutions. The Aurora® trackinspection system is a perfect example.Using state-of-the-art imaging technologymounted on a hi-rail vehicle, Aurora®scans your track to reveal the exactcondition of every tie along the way. Itevaluates ties on more than 20 variablesand assigns a grade to each, so you canprioritize which ties to replace based onthat grade.

Aurora® data integrated with SPS® viaproprietary software determines how bestto optimize the drop off and delivery ofreplacement ties. A single operatorassigned to the SPS® self-powered workplatform can offload ties right wherethey’re needed using a new location-based app. The excavator operator uses acustom joystick to pick up and offload the

specified number of ties when promptedby the app.

Also integrated on a hi-rail vehicle,BallastSaver®—a LIDAR-based trackinspection system—seeks out deficienciesin your ballast profile. BallastSaver® dataworks in tandem with GateSync® softwareto automate ballast delivery. GateSync®works by operating the remote controlledgates on your existing ballast cars,dropping ballast with pinpoint precisionwhile your ballast train travels at up to 10miles per hour.

Reduce Costs. Increase Safety & Efficiency.With Aurora® and BallastSaver® reports inhand, you’ll know exactly how muchballast to buy and how many ties to order.They can even give you an idea of thelifespan of track components so you canplan your capital maintenance programsout well in advance.

By taking the guesswork out of trackmaintenance, GREX solutions enhancethe safety of your railway. Solutions likeAurora® and BallastSaver® give you acrystal-clear picture of the condition ofyour track. You can pinpoint potentialproblems long before they cause issues.Plus, solutions like DumpTrain® enableyou to work far more efficiently and havefewer workers on the job site so there’sless of an opportunity for accidents.

Custom, CollaborativeAnswersGREX is a true collaborator for customsolutions tailored to each and everycustomer. That’s especially importantwhen a problem arises. When floodwaters washed out tracks in Missouri,Oklahoma and Colorado in September2013, freight operators relied on GREX toget ballast and work platforms deliveredon-site quickly and efficiently. As a result,their tracks were back in business in notime.

GREX isn’t just collaborating withcustomers, either. They’re working side-by-side with other industry innovators.GREX is currently partnering with theUniversity of Florida’s Nuclear EngineeringDepartment to develop a backscatter x-ray system to supplement Aurora scans bylooking below the surface of rails and ties.

To learn more about how GREX canstreamline your railroad maintenance,contact one of their representatives today.

111 Cooperative Way, Suite 100Georgetown, Texas 78626Phone: 512.869.1542Fax: 512.863.0405www.georgetownrail.com

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Inspection Technology Aurora® 3-D tie inspection

Aurora Xi™ 3-D tie inspection with backscatter technology

BallastSaver® ballast profile assessment SENSR bridge response monitoring

Material Delivery DumpTrain® aggregate delivery

GateSync® automated ballast delivery

Solaris® manual to remote gate conversion

HydraDump® hydraulic conversion for side-dump cars

SlotMachine® mobile work platform

SPS® self-powered work platform

Real Rail Solutions™

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switch with electrical bypass to deliver afirst in the industry a EN50155 PoE+ fullymanaged switch operating on two wiresTPS-B3082TXET-M12-BP1! This providePOE+ to your Camera and Wirelessdevices and an with the knowledge thatthe Backbone is also secured with our fast(<10mS) pass-through in the event offailure or power loss!

Train Communications:Less is more

But as the different types and moreimportantly the bandwidth that eachbecomes more demanding of theEthernet train backbone then one of theless talked about areas starts to becomemore important, Inter-Carcommunications, there have been anumber of solutions available to establishconnectivity between carriages, these aresome of them:

Wireless – Cost, setup, availability of LOS,half duplex, possible interference,bandwidth limitations, Latency

DSL - Low Speed and poor bandwidth~10M Interference, not designed for IPvideo

CAT5 - Jumper cable with a minimum of 4pins required in the same block, moreliable to interference when not screenedor twisted, cabling access.

Oring Industrial Networking have comeup with an innovative approach to thisproblem which is to bring proven

technology from the Automotive arena,as used by General Motors, Honda &Jaguar to name but a few, with it’s use forconnecting a range of entertainmentsystems through to engine managementand diagnostics with the development of2 wire Ethernet in cars (including theengine bay) has come a long way inproving it’s self.

This particular technology has beendeveloped from the ground up withVideo in mind and it’s completelytransparent to the user with no latency orbandwidth degradation and in full duplex,so you can operate exactly as if you wereusing tradition Cat 5 cable. The bigdifferences being only 2 wires and veryhigh noise immunity without the need ofscreening this can all be achieved up to200 Meters in distance between switches,breaking the traditional 100 Metersdistance.

If that was not enough we have packagedthis with our exiting 8 port 100Tx PoE+

WHEN DEALING WITH TRAIN COMMUNICATION MUCH IS TALKED ABOUT CONNECTING DIFFERENT ELEMENTS SUCH AS IP CAMERAS, WI-FI,PASSENGER INFORMATION SYSTEMS, VOIP PHONES ETC.

Oring Industrial Networking 2 WirePoE+ Managed switch incorporatingthe data bypass

TPS-B3082TXET-M12-BP1

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Oring Industrial Networking 2 Wire PoE+Managed switch incorporating the databypass.

The two specific markets of New Train /Tram and Retrofit have different needsand therefore advantaged of using suchas solution will provide different benefitsfor example Retrofit when existingcabling is used proving the wholeinstalling has significant time and costbenefits and can be made.

As an example of choosing “2 wireEthernet” as an alternative to the traditionmethod of CAT5 cabling benefits becomeinteresting from a number ofperspectives, using TE Connectivity as acompany which produces rail qualifiedcabling to EN50306, EN45545-2, Din 5510-2 this comparison is with the new 100Gsignal cable

• O/S diameter 3.09mm compared with7.25mm traditional 4 core CAT5

• Weight 50% reduction

• 35 % better at radius bends

• Price 50% less

Summing up, as the demands fromindividuals on Wi-Fi and the need forgreater security coupled with the otheradvances of products that need IPconnectivity there are more challenges toensure a stable and reliable backbone is

available, although this solution isobviously not aimed at the 1G backbonesolutions, the cost and installation needsof the general operation all have to bebalanced this provides fast and very loweffective solutions setting apart this fromany other solution currently available.

This will be one of a number of excitingnew products being launched atInnotrans this Year, Oring has over sixtyfive EN 50155 products available rangingfrom Switches up to 10G, mediaconverters, Router and Access Points.

Example of the 2 wire Ethernet backbone with the TPS-B3082TXET-M12-BP1 providing data and power all at 100Tx.

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impact-resistant PC / ABS blend. Theysatisfy stringent fire protectionregulations for use in public transportvehicles (NF F16-101, DIN 5510).Bayblend® MTR is a highly impactresistant and rigid PC / ABS blenddeveloped for the interior trim inrailway vehicles with focus on the USmarket. The product satisfies thecurrent requirements with regard to firebehavior, smoke density and toxicitysuch as Docket 90A/ASTM E 162(radiation test on the fire behavior offloor coverings) and Docket90A/ASTM E662 (smoke density).

The introduction of EN 45545-2 hasdrastically sharpened the firerequirements in European trains. Thenewly developed Bayblend® MTXsheets comply with EN 45545-2 HL2requirements for interior componentssuch as ceiling panels, side walls and

Colour and designdominate rail interiors

From a mainly utilitarian approach inthe past, to radical new layouts wherethe travelers experience becomes thekey determining design feature.Designers develop interiors whichsupport the public image of theoperator, using specific colors andsurface textures in line with theCorporate Identity.

Thermoplastics open up newpossibilities to achieve these goals,without limitations on design ordurability. Bayer MaterialScience offerspolycarbonate(Makrolon®) andpolycarbonate blend sheets(Bayblend®) which are colored not onlyon the surface, but throughout thesubstrate. This eliminates the necessityfor secondary operations like paintingand reduces the visibility of scratches.But that’s not all: these materials alsoreduce the total weight of railway cars

and can be recycled, contributing inthat manner to cost savings andecological goals.

Thermoplastics forrailway interiorsBayblend® sheets offer a solution formass transit interiors which meets allaesthetic, functional and engineeringrequirements. They can bethermoformed into ceiling panels,window masks, seat backs, and manyother applications. Focused R&D hasresulted in new materials which cancomply with the diverse fire regulationsin vigour around the globe. Dependingon the requirements, different materialgrades are available.

Bayblend® FR3030 sheets are made of ahalogen-free, flame-protected, highly

RAILWAY INTERIORSHAVE EVOLVED CONSIDERABLY IN THEPAST DECADE:

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high light transmission, it allows forvery slim designs. Makrolon FR is alsoavailable as a clear transparent sheetmaterial.

As one of the world’s leadingmanufacturers of polycarbonate, BayerMaterialScience has a special know-how regarding extrusion processes,uses high-quality raw materials and astringent quality management systemto ensure the comprehensive control ofall of its operations.

www.bayersheeteurope.com

seat backs. The material can be easilythermoformed and fabricated.Thermoforming allows for faster cycle

times compared to fiberglass lay-up,with no VOC’s. The material can berecycled, and can be fabricated withstandard tools.

Makrolon FR DX is a white translucent,fire retardant polycarbonate sheetwhich meets EN 45545-2 R4/HL3requirements. This novel developmentcombines fire retardant properties withthe latest technology for LEDluminaires. Due to its advanceddiffusion technology, it provides theoptimum combination of brightnessand uniformity. Offering excellenthiding power for LED hot spots, but still

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Makrolon FR DX allows for bespoke light fixturesbased on LED technology

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Windows

Makrolon®

Luggage racks

Makrolon® FR

Walls and roofs

Bayblend® MTX, Bayblend® MTR

Makrolon® and Bayblend® SheetsThe Solution for Mass Transit Applications

Whether it is windows, lamp covers, signage, seat backs, luggage racks, walls or roofs –

You can rely on our high-quality polycarbonate or polycarbonate blend sheets for railway

interiors. You’ll benefi t from important weight reductions, exceptional design freedom,

high impact resistance and a wide range of colors and textures.

Many years of extrusion experience of high-quality sheets combined with a stringent

quality management helps you to meet all your aesthetic, functional and engineering

requirements for a variety of applications.

For further information please get in contact with:

E-mail: blends.sheetsEMEA@bayer.com

www.bayersheeteurope.com

Seat backs, back tables,

armrests

Bayblend® MTX, Bayblend® MTR

Bayloy® FR

Light covers/light diffusers

Makrolon® FR DX

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SMARTWELD SPARK-For more safetyThe time has come for an alternative thatremoves the need of hot burning ignitionrods to ignite Thermit® portions. Theinnovative SMARTWELD SPARK ensuresreliable and precise initial ignition ofThermit® portions. SMARTWELD SPARKsignificantly increases operational safetythrough the use of acoustic and visualsignals to indicate a successful ignition.This robust and long-lasting productincreases competitiveness due to the useof cost-efficient consumables. A special,

Cutting edge technology for rails

The Goldschmidt Thermit Group,worldwide leader in the area of jointwelding and the servicing andmaintenance of rail systems will presentnumerous new products at the 2014InnoTrans trade fair. The focus will be onhigh-tech solutions which offer thehighest precision and quickimplementation in the field.

RAILSTRAIGHT APP-Only the best is goodenough

The precise measurement of longitudinalrail profiles is set to become easier.Programming specialists fromTheAppGuys company have developedan app especially tailored to therequirements of the Goldschmidt ThermitGroup. The app allows Android-baseddevices to control RAILSTRAIGHTprecision measurement devices for themeasurement of rails and rail joints inorder to determine straightness andcorrugation. During the development ofthe RAILSTRAIGHT app, TheAppGuysworked closely with experts from theGoldschmidt Thermit Group and productusers. The result is an app which isdesigned for practical use and is able tooutput the measurement resultsaccording to the European and Chinesestandards, the guidelines of the German(DB) railways and the quality index of theNetherlands. The app can controlRAILSTRAIGHT precision measurementdevices and also enables measurement ofthe rail temperature with an externalBluetooth measurement device. All themeasured values are represented asinteractive graphics, extensively evaluatedand automatically prepared as a record inpdf format ready to send by email. TheRAILSTRAIGHT app received an award forits participation in "Innovationspreis-IT", acompetition dedicated to innovative ITproducts, and received the title "BEST OF2014".

GOLDSCHMIDT THERMIT GROUP PRESENTSNEW PRODUCTS AT THE 2014 INNOTRANSTRADE FAIR

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high performance rechargeable batteryprovides reliable ignition for at least 20ignition operations which ensures itssuitability for use in the field. TheSMARTWELD SPARK is a reliablesubstitute for igniters which areconsidered to be a hazardous substance.

Substantial expansionof the range of toolsThe product range of safe, ergonomic andreliable tools and machines for railwayconstruction and maintenance wasconsiderably expanded. This was firstlyachieved by the takeover last year ofPortaCo, Inc. the US machine producerwell-known for its hydraulic andinnovative tools and power units andsecondly by the development of new highperformance, petrol and diesel-drivenproducts as required by customers. "Lastyear we achieved a lot and will continueto further develop our product portfolioof special devices for the maintenanceand repair of rail systems in the interests ofour customers", explains Dr. Hans-JürgenMundinger, CEO of the GoldschmidtThermit Group.

State-of-the art:Efficient tools for yourtrack worksTThe state-of-the-art GP 4000 Rail headprofile grinder with petrol or dieselengine allows the precise and user-friendly reprofiling of rail heads and railjoints after rail joining, recharging andrepair welding on rail surfaces and edges.The GP 4000 profile grinder is a provenmachine suitable for all types of tracksuperstructure, also in tunnels. A tilt angleof up to 90° enables excellent precisionand backlash-free grinding wheel infeed.An ergonomically formed steering barprovides a pleasant working posture andperfect view of the grinding position. Aquick-fit mechanism for the grinding diskenables low downtimes.

The TB 5000 P Ballast tamper guaranteesquick and easy tamping of railwaysleepers and efficient ballast tamping. TheTB 5000 P with a petrol engine is a robustproduct which impresses with its

excellent practicality and suitability forworking with track ballast and is availablewith a specially designed tamping bladeor optionally with a vibrating plate. Thetool uses a quick-fit mechanism to allow arapid change. The innovative suspensionsystem and cushion grip handles serve toconsiderably reduce hand-transmittedvibration of the machine and thereforeensure ergonomic working.

The newly developed WT 1400 P Torquewrench with a petrol engine enables thepowerful and precise loosening andtightening of sleeper screws and nutswith the opportunity to electrically adjustthe torque. The maximum torque of 1400Nm gives the machine a large reserve ofpower. The exact adjustment of thetorque is made using an electric switch.The operator can choose between twogears to ensure optimum speed andpower delivery.

About theGoldschmidt ThermitGroup: Thinkingglobal – acting localThe Goldschmidt Thermit Group,consisting of more than 20 middle-sizedcompanies is a worldwide leader in the

area of joint welding and the servicingand maintenance of rail systems. Theroots of the company go back to theinvention of the Thermit® process by Prof.Hans Goldschmidt at the end of the 19thcentury. Thanks to the efficientnetworking of our group companies andworldwide partners we serve theinternational growth market of the rail-mounted traffic infrastructure – and thisvery successful on all continents. Withlocal presence, technological innovations,high quality consciousness and years ofexperience we are always at your side.

The spirit of the inventor of the Thermit®welding process, Prof. Goldschmidt,remains with us today: through the driveto do things better, improve existingprocesses, and develop new ideas. We canoffer you a unique range of products andservices for more efficiency, more safetyand more travel comfort on your railwaytracks. Whether construction, repair,maintenance or renovation of railwaytracks – with us you're moving on safetracks.

Further information is available on theinternet at:www.goldschmidt-thermit.com

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Getting on boardwith wirelessSAMUEL BUTTARELLI, VICE PRESIDENTWIRELESS DAS AND IN-BUILDING SOLUTIONS, COMMSCOPE, DISCUSSES THE CHALLENGES FACING UBIQUITOUSWIRELESS COVERAGE ON EUROPE’S RAILNETWORKS

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kilometres of tunnels. Even for trainsaboveground, perfect coverage alongthe track often does not translate towireless connectivity inside the train.

For cellular coverage, the mainchallenges are related to bringing theavailable mobile network signal alongthe track side into the train carriagesthemselves. Unfortunately, trainstructures, particularly the metallisedwindows of high-speed trains, candramatically reduce wireless signalpenetration into carriages. Even ifmobile coverage is perfect on the trackside, users inside the train often cannotbe reached by an outside signal at all.

European railwaysAnother country that has taken the leadin developing wireless access on its railnetworks is Switzerland. InTrainCom,the consortium made by the Swissmobile operators, has been focused ondriving significant investment inbroadband train connectivity inpartnership with the national railprovider. Switzerland was one of thefirst countries to deploy wirelessservices on board trains, which has, inturn, driven the appetite and usagefigures of wireless connections.

In Eastern Europe, rail companies areinvesting in WiMAX – a technology thatis different to that used commerciallybut which has other benefits. InGermany and Italy, investment to datehas primarily been on board the trainand is driven by both wireless operatorsand rail operators. Based on railoperators requirements, trainmanufacturers have recently startedbuilding new trains already equippedwith on-board wireless systems. Thetrack-side investment is still in thehands of the wireless operators.

In Denmark, Sweden and Finland,investment is being driven by wirelessoperators. One project in the Nordics isÖresund-train service, a rail linkbetween Copenhagen in Denmark andMalmo in Sweden. The link travelsacross the Öresund Bridge and throughnearly 20 kilometres of tunnels. Thecomplexity of providing wireless

In July this year it was revealed that theUK government would invest millionsof pounds on mobile broadband ontrains for passengers , with a newservice that could be made availablewithin the next three to four yearsimproving connectivity by 10 times.The upgrade will cost £53m, and stoppassenger’s connectivity being‘constantly disrupted by poor signal’.The investment will mean trains will beupgraded to better pick up mobilesignals that are then distributed via Wi-Fi within the trains.

In some countries, such as Sweden, in-train connectivity has already beenupgraded enabling commutingexperiences with seamless coverage,there are some markets such as the UKwhere the most travelled commuterroutes where wireless connectivity iseither non-existent or severely limited.

The recognition and the initiatives bygovernments show the opportunityand anticipated expectation for trainsto provide flawless connectivity for itscustomers, in particular businesscustomers. With the UK undertakingmassive transport infrastructurebuilding projects, including Cross Railand High Speed 2 (HS2), the issue ofdemand for wireless connectivity on

board trains and track-side across railnetworks is set to become even moreimportant.

The wirelessecosystemEnsuring wireless access for commuterson trains is a complex ecosystem tobalance. It is the responsibility of thewireless operator to drive investment ofinfrastructure along the track, thoughoperators may not be happy supplyingcoverage and capacity that can then beused by others supplying differentservices, e.g. Wi-Fi. On board Wi-Fiservices in fact uses as backhaulcapacity from existing 3G sites locatednearby the track.

To date, it has primarily been thewireless operator that has beenprepared to make investment toimprove coverage by deploying basestations closer to the railway line.Unfortunately, the usual features ofurban public transport systems areoften the enemy of dependablewireless coverage. Operators face thechallenge of providing wirelesscoverage in what amounts to high-speed Faraday cages, sometimes deepunderground or running through many

commuters can expect ubiquitousconnectivity, whatever their networkoperator.

However, this process of cooperationcan be complex and require significantnegotiation. For example, one operatormight take the lead from a technicalperspective, another might cover theinitial CapEx investment, while stillanother might take on the burden ofon-going OpEx. Nevertheless, thebenefits are clear and such jointprojects are becoming increasinglycommon. For example, we haveinstalled in-train repeaters across a highspeed rail network in Italy as part of acommon project between Trenitaliaand the Italian mobile networkoperators.

Whilst the details of the government’splans are yet to be shared, it is clearthere are many considerations andhurdles for all interested parties toovercome in order to make in-trainconnectivity trouble-free. But despitethe hurdles of deploying publictransport wireless coverage, thebenefits are wide-ranging. Subscribersbenefit from the ability to work or playon the move, operators can harness anew lucrative revenue stream and trainoperators can promote their networksover those of competitors byadvertising their wireless connectivity.Given these advantages, the manyinterested parties are set on the righttrack.

connectivity is heightened when takinginto account that the joint inter-countrytrain service is run in cooperation withseven train providers across VeoliaTransportation (Sweden’s rail operator)and DSB Öresund (Denmark’s railoperator).

The need for cross-operator cooperationIt’s clear that the technologicalchallenges of providing wirelesscoverage to public transport systemscan be overcome with currenttechnology. Yet, despite this, wirelesssystems on trains are far fromwidespread. Many major metro systemsaround the world do not currentlysupport wireless coverage across thewhole network – perhaps most notablythe London Underground (though theplatforms do have Wi-Fi connectivity).

While part of the problem has been aquestion of engineering, deciding whoshould actually pay for and install thesystem has been another. This isprimarily a problem for undergrounddeployments, since these are moreexpensive and present the greatestlogistic difficulties.

It is illogical for railway networks to optfor single operator infrastructure asthey must consider the implications ofexcluding a large number of theircustomers from being able to use thenetwork. Similarly, host neutral systemsdeployed by third-parties can provevery expensive for operators and canmake future network expansion a verycomplicated business.

The solutionIn addition to Wi-Fi connectivity, muchof today’s coverage is based on 3Gspectrum. However, with the launch of4G networks, operators are now able tooffer Long Term Evolution (LTE), so byusing the same amount of sites alongthe track you can have significantimprovements in capacity. There is also discussion around thegrowing use of Multiple Input MultipleOutput (MIMO), which doubles the

capacity you can get out of thespectrum. This technique is starting tobe used in in-building projects. Earlystudies are looking to understand if thistechnology can be used for track sidecoverage.

One interesting solution, being trailedin Hong Kong, uses two radiatingcables inside the tunnel, one on eachside of the tunnel, in order to providethe best opportunity for signalpenetration inside the carriages.

The optimum solution is cooperationbetween a number of operators andstakeholders, who can share the costsof deployment across the three primarymethods of improving coverage and/orcapacity, namely improving the sitesalong the track, upgrading to 4Gspectrum, and using new technologieslike MIMO.

If mobile operators are able to directlycooperate amongst themselves andwith the railway operator, installationstend to happen more quickly, at lowercosts and result in higher servicequality at the end of the project. Bysharing the network infrastructuredeployed on public transport networks,carriers also share the costs, which cansubstantially reduce CapEx and OpEx.These savings can be then be used tosubsidise further networkimprovements, expansion and next-generation deployments. Such multi-carrier models also mean that

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Is your in-trainwireless coverage on the right track?

Give passengers the seamless connectivity they expectYour long-distance and regional train service is more convenient, less expensive and more productive than travel by car or plane. That’s why your customers keep coming back.

Your onboard GSM, UMTS or LTE coverage should provide the seamless Internet connectivity and consistent call availability expected by today’s business professionals. Superior coverage enables your business to:

• Seize another important competitive advantage • Grow revenue by attracting more new customers• Enhance your reputation for a quality travel experience

Keep your wireless service on the right trackCommScope delivers advanced wireless solutions that boost signal strength and coverage reliability under low- and high-speed railway conditions for a wide variety of applications—regardless of user device or network provider.

Visit us at INNOTRANS 2014Hall 4.1 Stand 423

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On a typical 1 mm2 wire, thick wall cablewill have a wall thickness upwards of 0.7mm, whereas thin wall can be 0.2 mmthick. And as bundles of wire and cableare built up, the low cross sectionbecomes significant.

Value of energysavingsThe result is a saving of 30 – 50 % inweight and 50 – 100% less bulk, addingup to a saving of several hundredkilograms per car. The weight reductionleads to a corresponding saving in energyevery time the train accelerates and overevery kilometre it runs throughout itsentire lifetime.

In terms of energy saving, every 100 kg ofweight is equivalent to 36 MWh energyand 5 tons of CO2 in the lifetime of acommuter or metro service. And while theprice of energy varies over time andbetween countries, assuming a unit costof 10 cents per kWh, the lifetime saving inenergy costs could amount to more than$60,000.

But the advantages do not stop there.Less weight means less wear and tear oncomponents like axles, wheels and brakes,as well as less wear on the tracksthemselves.

An alternative way to look at it is thatbecause thin wall cable is more compactand lightweight, it opens up more optionsfor cable routing.

On one hand, designers can open upspaces that would previously have beenused for cable runs, giving more space for

Thin wall cable:

Paul Croft, Global Product Manager for TEConnectivity, shares his views on how railoperators can make major financial,environmental and operational savings byadopting wire and cable products withmodern thin wall insulation materials thatsave hundreds of kilograms per car.

The weight of rolling stock has a majorinfluence on operating costs of a railway.Every extra tonne of mass needs energyto transport it and leads to additionalwear and tear of both track and rollingstock.

Operating companies are increasinglyturning to a whole life cost approachwhen specifying rolling stock anddemanding that rolling stock designersexplore every avenue to reduce weightwith the decisions they make todayhaving an impact over a 30+year lifetime. Up to four fifths of the energyconsumption on commuter and metro railsystems is in powering the repeatedacceleration of trains out of stations andso there are huge financial benefits tocutting out weight on passenger services. Train builders have already introducedweight-saving and energy savingmeasures such as lightweight high tensilesteel and regenerative braking systems. Designers have also explored thepotential to save weight in most of themajor train components but TEConnectivity believes that highperformance thin wall cable is the nextgreat untapped opportunity for reducingthe weight of rolling stock.

A typical commuter train with eight carswill carry around 30 km of cable thattransmit signals, power andinstrumentation to essential on-board

systems. This builds up to a total ofaround 500 kg in weight.

A significant proportion of this is in theirelectrical insulation and by switching toan alternative insulator, there is potentialto make significant savings in weight.

Safe cables for the railindustryWire and cable for rail applications mustmeet stringent safety standards for LowFire Hazard (LFH) performance. Broadlyspeaking, two types of products areavailable on the market today and theyare designated by the thickness of theirprotective insulation: thick wall and thinwall cable.

Conventionally thick wall cable has beenthe most widely used. Its insulatingmaterial has a low unit cost and ismanufactured using polyethylene resinmixed with mineral fillers that provide theLFH properties of low flammability, lowsmoke and low toxicity. But adding thefillers also creates a thick wall of insulationthat surrounds the copper conductor andthe overall product is relatively heavy andbulky.

To save weight, TE Connectivitypioneered the introduction of thin wallcable. It is insulated with polymers thathave flame retardant properties that meetLFH standards without the need formineral fillers. By eliminating the mineralfillers, TE Connectivity’s polymer scientistscut out their weight and bulk, creating aproduct with a much smaller crosssection.

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passengers and luggage. And on theother hand, they could take theopportunity to build in more connectivityfor more sophisticated systems: a keyconsideration as the trend continuestowards more automation, includingpassenger infotainment systems anddriverless cabs.

A pure polymerThe other major benefit of thin wall cableis down to the mechanical and chemicalperformance of its insulation. While theprimary role of insulation is to preventshort circuits, it also protects conductorsfrom damage during installation andoperation.

The material properties of thin wall andthick wall insulation are very differentbecause of how they are made. Thin wallinsulation is a LFH product by its naturebut thick wall insulation needs mineralfillers to lend LFH properties to standardpolyethylene.

Adding these minerals not only gives theLFH properties and adds weight and bulk,but it also brings the minerals’ mechanicaland chemical properties. And becauseminerals are essentially rocks, thick wallinsulation can perform poorly in some

conditions, for example poor bending inlow temperatures or cracking in hotconditions. Both of these can cause majorheadaches in the long term in theextremes of the rail environment. Thin wall insulation, on the other hand, isa pure polymer product without mineraladditives. This means it behaves like apolymer and maintains its mechanicalproperties throughout an operatingrange of -40 ˚C to 120 ˚C.

Essentially, the simplicity of its structuremeans that thin wall insulation offersbetter protection from mechanical wearand tear than thick wall product. It alsodelivers outstanding protection againstthe fluids found in the rail industry, suchas diesel, oil and other chemicals.

In operation, these superior propertiesmean that the cables are less vulnerableto damage, reducing the need forinspection, maintenance andreplacement and delivering value over alonger life.

Handling andinstallationTrain manufacturers also stand to benefitand the obvious advantage for them isthat lower weight of thin wall cablemeans that it is physically easier to handleduring installation.

But other aspects of handling are alsobetter. The polymer doesn’t wrinkle onbending and has a low surface friction,which has a big impact in the workshop.Conventional insulation has a relativelyhigh surface friction and will not slide overitself when bundled together. Improvedsliding motion means that it’s easy tobend a bundle of thin wall cable to pass itthrough ducting or confined spaces. Another aspect that’s not immediatelyobvious is that because TE Connectivityworks to tighter parameters in themanufacture of thin wall cable, themanufacturing process calls for thecopper conductor strands to be perfectlycircular and compact to ensure a standardinsulation thickness. This means that theconductor is easier for installers to strip,crimp and terminate faster.

One aspect to note however is that careshould be taken to treat thin wall cablewith respect while it is waiting to beinstalled. It is not designed to withstandcrushing or rolling loads that it will notexperience during its operational life.

Specifying true thinwall cableTo reap the benefits of true thin wallcable, engineers should take care whenspecifying to ensure that they are buyingcable insulated with genuine LFHpolymers. Unwary buyers mayinadvertently order thick-wall typeproduct that has been scaled down. By ensuring cable meets the EN50306standard, engineers can achieve themajor operational and installationadvantages of thin wall cable. Thecommonly used EN45545 and DIN 5510standards apply to LFH cable that can beeither thin or thick walled.

An engineeringcomponentThe rail operators and manufacturers whostill view cable as just a commodity to buyat the lowest price are missing a trick. Already in operation on many metro andurban rail services throughout the world,it’s no wonder that thin wall cable isgrowing in popularity. As demand onboard air conditioning, automation,entertainment and safety systems grows,thin wall cable can help trainmanufacturers meet demand without amajor impact on space and weight. High performance thin wall cable is anengineering component and by switchingto it, operators can make savings inenergy that will pay back the entirepurchase price of the cable itself quickly,not just the price differential between thetwo cable types.

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EVERY CONNECTION COUNTSLike never before, optimizing existing and developing new rail networks means modernizing both infrastructure and rolling stock, connectivity playing a crucial part. TE Connectivity designs and manufactures flexible and innovative connectivity solutions for railway systems inside and out – because Every Connection Counts. We look forward to seeing you soon. www.te.com

Die Optimierung bestehender und neuer Schienennetzwerke geht Hand in Hand mit der Modernisierung des Rollbestands und der entsprechenden Infrastruktur, die richtige Verbindungs-technik spielt dabei eine wesentliche Rolle. TE Connectivity entwickelt flexible und innovative Verbindungslösungen für die Bahntechnik – denn jede Verbindung zählt. Wir freuen uns auf Sie. www.te.com

TE Connectivity and TE connectivity (logo) are trademarks of the TE Connectivity Ltd family of companies.

The New TrackSprinter: Preciseand Efficient

AMBERG TECHNOLOGIES DEVELOPSUNIQUE RAIL SURVEYING SYSTEM

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maintenance of railway track systems –while achieving unparalleledproductivity.

Fast, exact and cost-efficient: AmbergTechnologies, the Swiss specialist forrailway and tunnel surveying, isexpanding the well-tried rail surveyingsystem GRP System FX with the newAmberg IMS 1000 and Amberg IMS3000 system configurations. These

configurations provide reliable andhighly precise geometry informationduring the construction and

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the field of railway and tunnelconstruction, the system solutions andservices of Amberg Technologies AG areheld in high esteem across the globe.

For additional information, pleasecontact:Amberg Technologies AGHugo GraufTrockenloostrasse 218105 Regensdorf-WattSwitzerlandTel. +41 44 870 92 86www.amberg.ch/athgrauf@amberg.ch

IMS 1000 and IMS 3000 measure theinner and outer rail geometry of ballasttracks and slab tracks using a new,high-performance sensor – the InertialMeasurement Unit (IMU). Measuring4000 metres of track per hour, thesystem’s performance is twice ashigh as of devices available on themarket today. It furthermore ensuresthat the track will be measured reliablyby providing a typical positionalaccuracy of ±1mm. “With this systemwe set a new standard for the speed forhand-pushed measurement carts whilenevertheless achieving greatestaccuracies”, explains Marius Schäuble,Product Manager Rail at AmbergTechnologies. The IMS 1000 / IMS 3000software processes the measurementdata, analyses the quality of the trackand reports the deviations to a designcenterline. Correction data for tampingmachines can also be generateddirectly. Advantage for the system’susers: the greater productivity andaccuracy during track measurementreduces costs, enables efficient trackmaintenance and thus contributessignificantly to the quality andsafety of railway lines.

The new IMU technology replaces thetachymeter for measuring trackgeometry and therefore only requires asingle measurement cart, operated by asingle operator only. Until now, up tofour persons were required forcomparable track geometry surveys.The “Track Sprinter” also requires onlylittle logistical effort and can be usedflexibly and at short notice.Consequence: the costs for trackgeometry surveying decrease up to 90per cent compared to traditionalmethods.

Thanks to the IMS 1000 and IMS 3000,Amberg Technologies is furtherextending its leading position indeveloping highly performingmeasurement systems for railconstruction and maintenance. “Wecontinuously work on improving thetechnology and functionality in orderto optimally meet the increased marketexpectations”, says Schäuble.

Premiere of the new IMS 1000 / IMS3000: Amberg Technologies presentsthe System at the InnoTrans from the23rd to the 26th of September in Berlin(hall 25, stand 201). The systems will beavailable for worldwide delivery as ofFebruary 2015.

About Amberg TechnologiesFor over 30 years, Amberg Technologieshas been among the leading providersof specialised system solutions for therecording and processing of geo-referenced construction infrastructureinformation. Thanks to its profoundknowledge and its consistent focus onthe area of infrastructure, especially in

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From the inside out, the Nautiz eTicketPro II is built to go wherever your worktakes you.www.nautiz.com

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A smart choice for electronic farecollection and ticket validation, theNautiz eTicket Pro II® merges ultimatemobility with true field functionality.This rugged handheld is a reliable andefficient tool for transactions andvalidations, designed specifically withtransit workers in mind — it’s packedwith features, it’s compact and trulyportable, and it offers a reliablecomputing solution for challengingworksite environments.

The built-in Arcontia smart card readermakes the Nautiz eTicket Pro II anextremely fast and accurate tool forcontactless payment data collection.This powerful reader supports ISO/IECand ISO14443 type A/B RFID devices,and has two integrated Secure AccessModules (SAM) for secure transactions.The contactless electronic link betweenthe card and the reader allows for thefast interface that is needed in securityand payment systems.

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entity to fully focus in this business andrespond to the changing needs in theRailway industry so as to serve ourcustomers better.

Bulox Equipment is one of the very few ifnot, the only company in the world thatfully focuses on the design, manufactureand distribution of the mostcomprehensive range of Depotequipment in the Railway industry. Mostof Bulox-Cyclosystem equipment aredesigned to be simple, modular, practicaland reliable, yet much emphasis has alsobeen put into its aesthetic appearancesand quality.

Booth Details:Cyclosystem Pte LtdHall 7.2C, Stand 217InnoTrans 2014Messe Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Contact Information:Mr. Jason Zousales@cyclosystem.com

Cyclosystem – Bulox Equipment in InnoTrans 2014

During the fair, Cyclosystem-BuloxEquipment stand will offer livepresentation of its Cyclojet Series usingSpray Jet Cleaning Technology. This willallow the visitors to witness our CyclojetHeavy-Duty and Cyclojet Inex Series live inaction. Bulox Equipment on the otherhand will also promote its wide range ofRailway Depot Equipment such asStandard and Customized Test Rigs,Specialized Test Systems, ComponentCleaning Machines, CustomizedCleaning Systems, Lifting and HandlingSystems, Customized RailwayMaintenance Vehicles, and more.

BULOX EQUIPMENT, currently tradingunder Cyclosystem Pte Ltd, is a rapidlyexpanding division of BULOXCorporation. The evolution of BULOXEquipment comes as a result of thesuccess of Cyclosystem Pte Ltd – anestablished company involved in thedesign, manufacturing and distribution ofa wide range of quality standard andcustomized equipment for the processand cleaning industry. This business hassince outgrown itself to such a level that itis now necessary to establish a separate

The 10th InternationalTrade Fair for TransportTechnology (InnoTrans)will be held in Berlin,Germany from 23rd to26th of September 2014.InnoTrans is an established internationalindustry showplace focusing on railwaytechnologies, interiors, infrastructure,public transport practices and tunnelconstruction.

Cyclosystem-Bulox Equipment willshowcase its latest range of Railway DepotEquipment at Hall 7.2C, Stand 217. Forthe second time, Cyclosystem-BuloxEquipment will be the only Singapore-based company taking part in thisexhibition.

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