Engineering Support

System integration

Requirements analysis to determine and document the technical and functional requirements for infrastructure systems and subsystems

Concept development for infrastructure systems, subsystems and on-board interfaces of rail vehicles

System architecture and design development for the integration of electrics, software, IT in railway projects

Interface management (e.g. ETCS interfaces) between the subsystems (interlocking, signalling, RBC)

Design and dimensioning of the energy supply and integration into existing networks

System integration tests and commissioning support for the validation of complex railway systems

Creation of technical documentation for the system documentation and official approvals

Development and implementation of test strategies and plans for ETCS, PZB and LZB systems

Carrying out integration tests for subsystems and systems to ensure functionality and compatibility

Validation of signalling / route infrastructure to ensure compliance with regulations and safety requirements

Automated test scenarios and simulations to increase efficiency and ensure stability over the entire project life cycle

Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) tests to simulate the real-time performance of interlockings and RBC components

Verification and validation (V&V) of technical solutions and their conformity to regulatory requirements

Acceptance tests and on-site commissioning support for a seamless transfer of projects into operation

Concepts and strategies for extending the service life of infrastructure components

Identification and evaluation of components and technologies that could be affected by obsolescence

Determining the risk of obsolescence for components in safety-relevant areas, such as signalling and TCS

Support in the planning of strategies for the storage and procurement of components at risk of obsolescence

Ongoing market monitoring and evaluation of alternatives to ensure the availability of spare parts

Development of strategies for modernising affected systems and components

Creation of transition plans for critical systems: support for the gradual replacement of obsolete components

Adaptation of system configurations to optimise signalling, interlocking and ETCS systems

Software and firmware updates for control and train control systems (PZB, LZB, ETCS) to increase safety

System analysis and fault diagnosis to quickly identify and rectify faults and minimise downtimes

On-site fault analysis and troubleshooting for faults in signalling and RBC systems

Documentation and review of technical adjustments to ensure compliance with technical and regulatory standards

Long-term monitoring and diagnostic services for early identification and preventive troubleshooting

Support for interface adaptations between different manufacturer systems for smooth interoperability