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Retrofitting Special
Control Systems

Safety Controls
Remote Diagnostics
Push-Pull Train and Multiple-Unit Train Control
Remote Control

Safety Controls
Integration of safety controls up to SIL 4 depending on the functional safety requirements
Retrofitting of monitoring and safety control systems for light rail and heavy rail systems
Redevelopment of control systems to replace discontinued or no longer available control technology
Software development and modification of existing software in accordance with EN 50128 / EN 50657 / IEC 61508 up to SIL 4
Safe speed detection (SIL 3), speed display (tachometer, up to SIL 2)
Traction and electrodynamic brake monitoring
Speed monitoring, standstill monitoring, roll monitoring, DSD/deadman's switch

Remote Diagnostics
Improving the efficiency, reliability and safety of rail vehicle fleets by integrating remote and fleet diagnostics systems
Analyzing the operator's specific requirements and evaluating the existing infrastructure
Development of a technical concept and design of the system architecture
Installation of sensors and communication devices on the vehicles Installation of data transmission equipment (Wi-Fi, cellular, etc.)
Installation and configuration of diagnostic software on vehicles and in depots, development of interfaces for integration with existing IT infrastructures
Real-time analysis of sensor data to identify anomalies and faults, generation of regular reports on vehicle performance and condition
Setting up fleet monitoring, providing diagnostic services for early detection and resolution of problems

Push-Pull Train and Multiple-Unit Train Control
Extension of driving trailers and locomotives with modern push-pull and multiple traction control (ETB, WTB, ZMS, CAN Powerline) as a backpack solution
Extension/Replacement of existing Central Data Control/TBC for Push-Pull Operation/Train Multiple Unit Control equipment with WTB/ETB functionality
Extension of a control car function in OTM (On-Track Machine) for remote control of modern locomotives (personnel savings)
Extension of a control car function in On-Track Machine for remote control of modern locomotives
Replacement systems for ZMS, ZDS, ZWS, WTB systems that are no longer available (interface-capable replacement devices)
Carrying out conformity tests with other classes (delivery of replacement components if necessary). Processing the extension of the authorization approval
Test systems for multiple-unit train control of current series (conformity test and compatibility test, e.g. WTB test case)

Remote Control
Retrofitting radio remote controls (e.g. as a solution for shunting and mainline locomotives)
Analysis of the operational scenarios in which the radio remote control is to be used (e.g. shunting operation, hump sorting, loading and unloading of freight trains, ...)
Definition of the technical specifications for the radio remote control, determination of the required range, frequency bands and communication protocols
Development of the system architecture, definition of the interfaces between the radio remote control and the existing vehicle control systems (e.g. TCMS)
Development of a security concept, definition of security measures to prevent unauthorized access and to ensure operational safety
Installation of receiver, antenna and control units in the vehicle
Carrying out functional tests, safety tests, pilot operation, integration of the radio remote control into regular operation