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The future of mobility 

News and Trends 

InnoTrans 2012 

International Trade Fair for Transport Technology 

Innovative Components · Vehicles · Systems 

18 – 21 September · Berlin 

www.innotrans.com

The Innovation Report provides an overview 

of the innovations and the products making 

their world debut at InnoTrans 2012. 

It is arranged alphabetically by the names of the exhibitors 

and presents selected exhibits and offers. 

The world premieres in this Innovation Report 

are marked with a special button: 

The Innovation Report can also be found 

on the internet at innotrans.com/innovationreport. 

The size of the images there can be increased 

at the click of a mouse and they 

can be downloaded in print-ready quality. 

Press Contact 

Andreas Dienemann 

Press Spokesman InnoTrans 

Phone: +49(0)30/3038-2351 

Maritta Voigt 

Press Assistant 

Tel.: +49(0)30/3038-2436 

Fax: +49(0)30/3038-2278 

Internet 

www.innotrans.com 

E-Mail 

innotrans-presse@messe-berlin.com 

Messe Berlin GmbH 

Press and Public Relations 

Messedamm 22 

14055 Berlin | Germany

editorial 

Product debuts 

and innovations 

at a glance 

New technologies and innovations form the basis for the rail industry to 

improve its competitiveness and its ability to face the future. They are 

the driving force behind the efficient, safe and environmentally friendly 

rail transport of tomorrow. You will be able to see for yourself the innovative 

strengths of the international rail industry in Berlin from 18 to 21 

September at InnoTrans 2012: Over 2,500 exhibitors from 49 countries 

are occupying all available space on the Exhibition Grounds in order to 

display their latest products and services. 

Andreas Dienemann, 

Press Officer of Messe Berlin GmbH 

and Press Spokesman for InnoTrans 

The interest of visitors and the media will focus in particular on new and 

improved developments in the railway sector. With 104 exhibits making 

their world debut, more than ever before at the leading fair for transport 

technology, and many others on show for the first time in Germany 

or in Europe, the InnoTrans 2012 sets global standards. This development 

clearly shows that cycles of innovation by the international railway 

industry are increasingly being timed to coincide with InnoTrans 

and that, as a consequence, the media and all the world’s experts are 

focused on this trade show as the ideal platform for exhibits that are 

making their market debut. 

With this Innovation Report we aim to provide you with some insights 

into the diversity of innovative railway engineering products which are 

being displayed to the public at InnoTrans. We hope that it will assist 

you with your work as journalists and help you to plan your visit to the 

fair. This Innovation Report contains details about 180 new products 

and developments from 165 companies in 26 countries. Items making 

their world debut are marked by an extra button. Details are also provided 

of the relevant contacts for the media, together with the hall and 

stand numbers, to enable you to locate all these debut products on the 

Exhibition Grounds. 

In preparing this Innovation Report our aim is to provide an informative 

reference source that will help you to find your way around at this 

event. I hope you will have plenty of opportunities to take a close look 

at as many of these innovations as possible that are on display here. 

It will be well worth your while. 

I extend a warm welcome to you at InnoTrans 2012 in Berlin. 

Andreas Dienemann 

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Table of contents 

ABB Railway: Smaller, lighter, more energy-efficient .................................................................................................................................................................................. 6 

ACKSYS: Wifi solution for railways ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 6 

AKTAS Holding: Air suspension made with special rubber ....................................................................................................................................................................... 7 

Alcatel-Lucent: Multimedia information kiosk offering customers a personal service ..................................................................................................... 7 

ALSTOM Transport: Vehicle platform for three-axle shunting locomotives ................................................................................................................................ 8 

Antonics-ICP: Extremely flat design ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 8 

ASCI Systemhaus: Efficient control of company processes ...................................................................................................................................................................... 9 

ASE: Freight wagon data and images for every wagon number ............................................................................................................................................................. 9 

ATB Automatentechnik Baumann: Efficient ticket validation machines ..................................................................................................................................... 10 

AUCOTEC: A software for all electrical engineering requirements .................................................................................................................................................. 10 

Auson: Compounds offering highly effective sound insulation ............................................................................................................................................................ 11 

Autolift: Easy access to bogies ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11 

BDZ PP EOOD: Boarding assistance system for UIC carriages ............................................................................................................................................................. 12 

Bombardier Transportation: More flexibility on the rails ....................................................................................................................................................................... 12 

BORCAD: Comfort seats for medium and long distances ......................................................................................................................................................................... 13 

Business System: ERP system designed specifically for public transport companies .................................................................................................... 13 

CAF: High speed train platform and monorail ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14 

CARNEADES: Precise analysis of current claim management requirements .......................................................................................................................... 14 

CEIT-IK4: Test bench that reproduces contact between wheels and rails .................................................................................................................................. 15 

Cellofoam: Sound insulating material with drainage function ............................................................................................................................................................. 15 

CENTRALP: Economical and compact interface .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 16 

Clearsy: Safety on platforms ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16 

Concrete Canvas: Concrete on a roll ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 17 

CONRAC: Public display range with the latest Edge LED panels ........................................................................................................................................................ 17 

ContiTech air spring systems: Safety and a worldwide service system ...................................................................................................................................... 18 

CORYS T.E.S.S.: Realistic train simulator ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 18 

Cyclosystem Pte: Automated cleaning of the undercarriage ................................................................................................................................................................ 19 

Damm Cellular Systems: Reliable, fast voice and data communication ..................................................................................................................................... 19 

DB International: Integrated rail transport solutions ................................................................................................................................................................................. 20 

DB Mobility Logistics: ICx with up to 24 different train configurations ......................................................................................................................................... 20 

DB Regio: Diesel railcar 642 on a hybrid basis .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 21 

DB Systel: Realistic, three-dimensional visualisation ................................................................................................................................................................................ 21 

DEUTA-WERKE: Multifunctional Terminal with an AMD Fusion processor ............................................................................................................................... 22 

German Aerospace Centre (DLR): 1-to-1 mock-up of a centre coach section ..................................................................................................................... 22 

Devismes: Tactile closure systems in trains for barrier-free travel ................................................................................................................................................ 23 

Dolphin Manufacturing: Heat exchangers with a long working life ................................................................................................................................................. 23 

DR.SCHNELL Chemie: Ready-to-use surface cleaner for railways and buses ....................................................................................................................... 24 

duagon: Innovative all-in-one solution .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24 

e-Ressource: Modern ecological fluorescent tubes for retrofitting ................................................................................................................................................. 25 

EAO: Door-opening buttons with extra-large area ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 25 

ebm-papst Mulfingen: Energy-efficient 110 volt DC ventilators ........................................................................................................................................................ 26 

Eisenbahningenieurbüro Munder: Economical track observation ................................................................................................................................................. 26 

ELPA: Noise insulation system for rail brakes in freightyards ............................................................................................................................................................. 27 

ERICO: Theft-deterrent composite cable ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 27 

Erlau: Make-over for wire grid benches ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 28 

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Euro-Shelter: Honeycomb bond panels for rail vehicles ......................................................................................................................................................................... 28 

faigle plastics: Multi-functional hanging straps ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 29 

FAIST Anlagenbau: Aluminium elements and self-supporting structure .................................................................................................................................. 29 

FLACO-Geräte: Ready-to-use tank container ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 30 

Forbo Flooring Systems: Flooring system with wood-look ................................................................................................................................................................... 30 

Fraunhofer-FOKUS: Verification of software-based safety functions ............................................................................................................................................ 31 

Fraunhofer-IML: Innovative transport logistics concepts ....................................................................................................................................................................... 31 

Fraunhofer-IPM: Measuring the geometry of moving trains ................................................................................................................................................................ 32 

Fraunhofer-IZFP: Thermographic testing of train wheels ...................................................................................................................................................................... 32 

Fraunhofer-LBF: Wheel shaft test bench and monitoring the condition of freight cars ................................................................................................. 33 

Friedrich Hippe Maschinenfabrik und Gerätebau: Universal electronic points operating system ....................................................................... 33 

Funkwerk: Reliable transmission of digital video signals ....................................................................................................................................................................... 34 

Funkwerk Information Technologies: Training for dispatchers offers interactive learning and exercises .................................................... 34 

Funkwerk Information Technologies Karlsfeld: Outdoor passenger information and reliable in-train public address systems .......... 35 

GAI-Tronics: Robust, solar-powered GSM-R telephone ........................................................................................................................................................................... 35 

GANTREX S.A.: RailLok crane rail clamps with double wedge design .......................................................................................................................................... 36 

GEO DIGITAL: GEOPAC CAD system with new track layout module ................................................................................................................................................. 36 

Getzner Werkstoffe: Reducing maintenance costs in local public transport .......................................................................................................................... 37 

Greenbrier Europe: Tank wagon for anhydrous hydrogen fluoride .................................................................................................................................................. 37 

HaCon: New trends in passenger information ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 38 

Haugg-Industriekühler: Cooling panels for hybrid and electric vehicles .................................................................................................................................. 38 

Hepworth Rail International: Compatible and functional ...................................................................................................................................................................... 39 

Hitachi Zosen: Security system with high performance on-board camera ................................................................................................................................ 39 

Höft & Wessel: Stationary e-ticketing validator ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 40 

Hypertac: 30 per cent weight reduction with Monoblock plug-in connectors .......................................................................................................................... 40 

IB&T Ingenieurbüro Basedow & Tornow: Indicator markings for trains and track ......................................................................................................... 41 

IBC Wälzlager: Customised linear solutions ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 41 

I.Log Iniziative Logistiche: Fully automated container trans-shipment underneath overhead power lines .................................................. 42 

ISOFLEX: Moniflex insulation – even more environmental friendly .................................................................................................................................................. 42 

IVU: Integration of cloud technologies within passenger information systems ...................................................................................................................... 43 

J&D Electronics: Very precise coil winding technology ............................................................................................................................................................................. 43 

JSC UPEC: Energy-efficient wheelset bearings and switchable air conditioning system ............................................................................................... 44 

JUMO: Halogen-free wheelset temperature sensor ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 44 

KACO new energy: Charging battery systems more efficiently ........................................................................................................................................................... 45 

Kapsch CarrierCom: Power supply solution for places without an electricity supply ....................................................................................................... 45 

KBG Kunststoffbearbeitung: Bogie pivot bearings for freight cars .................................................................................................................................................. 46 

Knorrsystems for rail vehicles: Oil-free compressor in a sound capsule ................................................................................................................................ 46 

La Farga Lacambra: Wear-resistant copper wire ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 47 

LEM Deutschland: Component suite with on-board energy meter function ............................................................................................................................. 47 

Lengiprotrans: Processing geological data for engineering purposes ......................................................................................................................................... 48 

LPA Group: Matrix of low power chip LEDs ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 48 

LSG Sky Chefs: Innovative on-board service concepts ............................................................................................................................................................................... 49 

LTG Aktiengesellschaft: Highly inductive metal louvres .......................................................................................................................................................................... 49 

Lütze Transportation: A modular system for increased safety .......................................................................................................................................................... 50 

M+S Silicon: Silicon that withstands mechanical stresses ...................................................................................................................................................................... 50 

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MAN Truck & Bus: Efficient motors with increased performance spectrum for railway use ...................................................................................... 51 

Marioff Corporation: Spray nozzle with increased flexibility ................................................................................................................................................................. 51 

Martek Power: On-board PCI power adapter for railway applications .......................................................................................................................................... 52 

MASATS: Fully automated retractable step ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 52 

Mechan: Control system for lifting devices .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 53 

Mercedes-Benz: Shunting and snow clearance with the same vehicle ........................................................................................................................................ 53 

MESIT pristroje spol.: Robust fuel gauge ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 54 

Metawell: Extremely strict weight specifications ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 54 

MeteoGroup Deutschland: Customised weather forecasts .................................................................................................................................................................. 55 

Metsä Wood: Effective sound insulation in vehicles ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 55 

MISA: Technical shelters for the rail sector ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 56 

MKE Austria: Points actuator for cable-less operation ............................................................................................................................................................................... 56 

MöllerWerke: Multilayer silicon-Nomex fabric ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 57 

Moviken-SLE: Stand-alone passenger information and navigation system .............................................................................................................................. 57 

Multi-Contact: Designed for challenging applications ............................................................................................................................................................................... 58 

NEEL: Avoiding accidents with wild animals ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 58 

NewRail: Lightweight, crash-resistant drivers’ cabs ................................................................................................................................................................................... 59 

NEXCOM: Train-mounted computer for checking rails and for monitoring systems ......................................................................................................... 59 

NextSense measurement and testing systems: Contactless measurement of profiles in confined spaces ................................................ 60 

Norgren: Innovative compressed air dryer and mechanical pressure switch .......................................................................................................................... 60 

NORIS: Robust protective tube with rotatable sensors ............................................................................................................................................................................... 61 

OEM Technology Solutions: Interface for the programmable controller for the PC3 series ....................................................................................... 61 

Officine Mario Dorin: Coolant compressor with 30 per cent weight reduction ....................................................................................................................... 62 

Omnicom Engineering Limited: Automatic detection of defects ....................................................................................................................................................... 62 

OTN Systems: Communication network for railway applications ...................................................................................................................................................... 63 

Otto Christ: Perfect cleaning results whatever the contours of the train .................................................................................................................................... 63 

PC-Soft: Logistical solution for efficient rail freight transport ............................................................................................................................................................. 64 

PIT: Easy to maintain, process-optimised and flexible ............................................................................................................................................................................... 64 

Powerlines Group: Eco-friendly third rail system ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 65 

Power-One: Efficient DC-DC converter .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 65 

Profics: Combined accounting at the press of a button ............................................................................................................................................................................. 66 

Projektron: Efficient project management .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 66 

PROSE Berlin: Measuring wheelset systems that are easy to use ................................................................................................................................................... 67 

Provertha Connectors, Cables & Solutions: Robust M12 ethernet crimp cable plugs ................................................................................................... 67 

PSI Transcom: High-end control systems for the entire added value chain ............................................................................................................................. 68 

quattron management consulting: Standardization and modularization bring cost benefits ..................................................................................... 68 

RailData: Using scheduled trains to obtain measurements ................................................................................................................................................................... 69 

RAIL.ONE: Slab track with protection against noise and vibration ................................................................................................................................................... 69 

railtracon: Multilingual software for planning and maintenance ...................................................................................................................................................... 70 

RDS International: Low cost train positioning system ............................................................................................................................................................................... 70 

REHAU: Customised railway power supply solutions .................................................................................................................................................................................. 71 

RIEGL Laser Measurement Systems: A complete system for rail infrastructure measurements ......................................................................... 71 

Rittal: A rack system for every kind of IT application ................................................................................................................................................................................... 72 

ROV Développement: Four readings in less than ten seconds ............................................................................................................................................................ 72 

Roxtec: Fire-rated cable seals ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 73 

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RPC Infotrans: Automated diagnostics complex for rail infrastructure ........................................................................................................................................ 73 

RPM Group: High performance compression device for continuous operation ...................................................................................................................... 74 

SAB Bröckskes: Halogen-free, flame-inhibiting and self-extinguishing ..................................................................................................................................... 74 

Sammode Lichttechnik: Rugged lighting tubes for use in inspection pits and for process lighting ...................................................................... 75 

Schaltbau: Plug-in connectors for reliable data transmission ............................................................................................................................................................ 75 

Schunk Bahn- und Industrietechnik: Intelligent solutions for buses and trains ................................................................................................................. 76 

SCOMA: A sealing ring for extreme conditions ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 76 

Siegrist-Orel: Diesel-resistant cable markers ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 77 

Siemens Mobility and Logistics Division: Electronic ticket and software improved rail operations .................................................................... 77 

Siemens Communications: On-board for high quality infotainment ............................................................................................................................................... 78 

Siemens Rail Systems: Rail vehicles and services for urban mobility .......................................................................................................................................... 78 

SRUBENA UNIA: Locking device to prevent bolts from working loose ........................................................................................................................................... 79 

Stadler Rail: Eco on board is this year’s slogan ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 79 

Strukton Rail: POSS in the cloud ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 80 

Swiss Railways: Modernised double-deck commuter train .................................................................................................................................................................. 80 

Syntactix: PALEDO – mobile maintenance with digital documentation ........................................................................................................................................ 81 

Tamtron Systems: Fully automated monitoring of dynamic wheel forces ................................................................................................................................. 81 

TE Connectivity: Fully electromagnetically powered system ................................................................................................................................................................ 82 

terra international: Automatic crack detection with tCrack ................................................................................................................................................................. 82 

TIRA: Rapid replacement of wheelsets ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 83 

Trenew Electronic: Robust and highly efficient DC-DC converter .................................................................................................................................................... 83 

TTInspect: Extremely precise people counter system ................................................................................................................................................................................ 84 

TU Berlin Service Gesellschaft: Container wagon with loading length of 80 feet ............................................................................................................... 84 

TÜLOMSAS: Modern motors and reduced service costs ........................................................................................................................................................................... 85 

ULBRICH: Buffer test bench for producing damping graphs ................................................................................................................................................................ 85 

UNAC: High capacity working platform .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 86 

VIANOVA Technologies: Modular screen concept for infotainment systems ........................................................................................................................... 86 

Vigier Rail: LVT trafficability solution for emergency vehicles ............................................................................................................................................................. 87 

VINCI Energies: Recovering energy from braking ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 87 

Vision Systems: A combination of various applications ............................................................................................................................................................................ 88 

VNIIZHT: Test bench for research and certification purposes .............................................................................................................................................................. 88 

Vollert Anlagenbau: Shunting systems with hybrid power units ....................................................................................................................................................... 89 

Vossloh España (Vossloh Rail Vehicles)/ Vossloh Kiepe: Modular series of trams ........................................................................................................ 89 

Vossloh Fastening Systems: Highly elastic bearing system ................................................................................................................................................................. 90 

Vossloh Locomotives: Shunting locomotive with multiple power units ........................................................................................................................................ 90 

Vossloh Rail Services: High speed grinding and customised milling solution ....................................................................................................................... 91 

VUZ: Tests for vehicles and components ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 91 

Wawrzaszek ISS: Modern manufacturing technology ................................................................................................................................................................................ 92 

Weidmüller: Problem-free, space-saving assembly ................................................................................................................................................................................... 92 

Westermo Teleindustri: Reliable power-over-ethernet networks .................................................................................................................................................. 93 

W. Schmid: Compact RGB-LED illuminated push button ......................................................................................................................................................................... 93 

ZAGRO Bahn- und Baumaschinen: Shunter that can operate on rails or as a road-rail vehicle .............................................................................. 94 

ZELISKO: Smart mounting panel ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 94 

ZF Friedrichshafen: Bonded fibre coupling and ZF Metro gear ........................................................................................................................................................... 95 

ŽOS Vrútky: Multiple unit for use on regional and nationwide services ....................................................................................................................................... 95 

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ABB Railway: Smaller, lighter, 

more energy-efficient 

The power electronics used in this new type of traction transformer 

from this exhibitor make it smaller and lighter than other, conventional 

models, as well as improving the efficiency of the train. The new 

PETT (power electronic traction transformer) is based on an innovative 

multilevel inverter topology, which uses high performance IGBT 

(insulated gate bipolar transistor) semiconductors and mid-frequency 

transformers. These replace the conventional combination of transformer 

and rectifier. The mid-frequency transformer also reduces 

noise levels. As part of a long term partnership between Swiss Railways 

(SBB) and ABB a PETT pilot installation is currently being tested 

in a shunting locomotive. This is based at the main station in Geneva 

and is powered both by a 15 kV AC and 1.5 kV DC supply. The 

PETT currently being deployed has a rated output of 1.2 MW and can 

produce up to 1.8 MW over short periods. 

Traction transformer from ABB 

ABB Railway, CH-Geneve 

Hall 9, Booth 101 

Cécile Félon 

+41 (0)58-5862236 

cecile.felon@ch.abb.com 

www.abb.ch 

Shunting locomotive with PETT 

ACKSYS: WIFI SOLUTION FOR RAILWAYS 

At InnoTrans 2012, French manufacturer ACKSYS introduces its new 

and extremely robust wireless product: « WLn-ABOARD ». The technology 

of this innovative WiFi device has been specifically tailored 

for railway applications. It features all the proven technologies of the 

“WLg-ABOARD” and offers above all a dual radio IEEE 802.11n a/b/g 

(up to 2 x 300 Mbps). This dual RF design is the outstanding attribute 

of the entire solution, allowing the WLn-ABOARD to operate simultaneously 

two separate networks for carriage bridging and in-carriage 

communication and to provide a secure and highly available 

wireless connection. WLn-ABOARD enables operators to improve 

mobile communications in motion (thanks to its optimized roaming 

performances: handover = 0 ms) and to develop a wide range of new 

in-vehicle networking applications such as wireless Internet access, 

Voice over IP, passenger WiFi services, CCTV and smart vehicle 

diagnostic/maintenance. 

ACKSYS, F-Villepreux 

Hall 4.1, Booth 241 

Catherine Glotin 

+33 (0)1-30564642 

catherine.glotin@acksys.fr 

www.acksys.com 

WLn-ABOARD 

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AKTAS Holding: Air suspension made with special rubber 

At InnoTrans 2012 the Turkish manufacturer AKTAS, which primarily 

produces air suspension units, is presenting the latest such springs, 

designed specifically for railway use. After supplying air suspensions 

for many years for buses, trailers and other commercial vehicles, this 

exhibitor is now applying its wide-ranging experience and valuable 

expertise to the railway sector. To ensure that air cannot leak from 

the suspension unit a special type of rubber has been developed for 

railway use. This product has been designed and manufactured with 

the aid of an extensive range of special manufacturing and testing accessories, 

enabling testing to be carried out on all kinds of additional 

rail system suspensions, from original equipment suppliers as well as 

from retrofitters. The secondary air suspension is located between the 

car body and wheel frame, providing passengers with a more comfortable 

journey. All the design and development studies have been carried 

out with the aid of AKTAS in-house methods and are intended to 

further improve the performance of the products. 

AKTAS air suspension 

AKTAS Holding, TR-Bursa 


Ender Akar 

+90 (0)530-7732454 

eakar@aktasholding.com 

www.aktasholding.com 

AKTAS air suspension 

Alcatel-Lucent: Multimedia information kiosk 

offering customers a personal service 

A press of a button at the InfoGate counter puts passengers in contact 

with an agent who can offer them advice. This agent appears in 

the form of a high definition image on the screen of the multimedia kiosk, 

and can answer questions just as if he were present on the platform. 

This service can be provided in several languages. In addition to 

reproducing images and sound the InfoGate counter also offers many 

other interactive possibilities, such as an NFC interface, a quick-response 

code reader for transferring data to and from a smart phone, a 

high definition camera for scanning any rail tickets which the agent 

needs to change, and a printer to print out the new ticket. The counter 

is connected to a multimedia contact centre via a wireless broadband 

network. The new multimedia information kiosk provides assistance, 

advice and support at a level comparable with that available in 

genuine interpersonal interaction, and enables the operators of transport 

networks to optimise their personnel resources. 

Alcatel-Lucent, F-Paris 


Mathew Pitt-Bailey 

+33 (0)1-55667118 

mathew.pitt-bailey@alcatel-lucent.com 

www.alcatel-lucent.de 

InfoGate counter 

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ALSTOM Transport: 

Vehicle platform for three-axle shunting locomotives 

The H3 vehicle platform from ALSTOM is a more compact, new generation 

of three-axle shunting locomotives. In addition to a version 

with hybrid technology for shunting operations a twin generator version 

for use on longer routes is also available, as well as a powerful 

1,000 kilowatt single motor version for medium-distance 

routes. The distinctive features of this platform 

are its three axles, a speed in excess of 100 

km/h, a 60 meter curve radius and start-up tractive 

force of 240 kilonewtons. In a combined fleet 

these vehicles can be used without any problems 

in dual traction. The hybrid locomotive achieves a 

maximum output of 700 kilowatts with a 350 kilowatt 

diesel generator, the additional output coming from 

large batteries which are recharged by the generator 

in phases with a reduced load. When operating 

on battery power the locomotive does not produce any exhaust emissions 

and both noise levels and vibration are kept to a minimum. According 

to the manufacturer this is a unique feature and helps to protect 

personnel when operating in tunnels or close to buildings. 

ALSTOM Transport SA, F-Saint-Ouen 


Dominik Beyer 

+49 (0)621-3291537 

dominik.beyer@power.alstom.com 

www.alstom.com/transport 

H3 vehicle platform 

Antonics-ICP: 

Extremely flat design 

For the first time the „OmniPlanar TOP 230 AMR“ series of train radio 

antennas combine the technique of analogue antenna 2m band radio 

systems and digital communication systems, for example for Tetra 

/ GSM / UMTS / GPS / WLAN. This allows shared use of different 

radio systems on a single antenna with an extremely slim design and 

an antenna height of just 140mm. According to the manufacturer this 

provides one of the flattest 2m band antennas on the public transport 

market. Based on the selective coupling of the respective frequency 

range through high quality connectors of the N-type series, the costintensive 

splitters normally required for broadband antennas used on 

railways can be dispensed with. This selective coupling improves the 

effectiveness of the individual bands compared with conventional multiband 

broadband concepts with only a single connection. A super-flat 

2m band antenna with a design height of only 60mm is being introduced 

at InnoTrans 2012. 

Railway radio antenna AMR 230 

Antonics-ICP GmbH, D-Velten 


René Winkler 

+49 (0)3304-254204 

rene.winkler@antonics.de 

www.antonics.de 

Railway radio antenna AMR 230 

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ASCI Systemhaus: 

Efficient control of company processes 

RailDISPO enables rail transport companies to efficiently control the 

effective provision of transport services, making best possible use of 

available resources. This web-based management software and telematics 

solution comprises the processing of orders, a 

graphic representation of the deployment of personnel 

and rolling stock, and accounting. The 2012 version has 

been developed to satisfy new requirements, with improvements 

to personnel planning, such as the scheduling 

and display of services. The result is a simplified 

allocation of days for time off and work availability. The 

new Java-based client application also allows decentralized 

use and decentralized access under changing 

conditions in on- and off-line status. Dispatch by email 

now takes place automatically, for example in supplying 

movement reports with details about times as well 

as vehicle and train data. RailDISPO, a joint venture 

project involving MIB Ingenieurgesellschaft für Verkehrssysteme mbH 

and ASCI Systemhaus GmbH, is partially supported by the Federal Ministry 

of Economics (BMWi). 

ASCI Systemhaus GmbH, D-Berlin 


Lutz Langerwisch 

+49 (0)30-2934850 

oev@asci-systemhaus.de 

www.asci-systemhaus.de 

RailDISPO 

ASE: Freight wagon data and images 

for every wagon number 

In paragraph 4.2.8. “Reporting system of railway wagon movements” 

the EU regulation (TSI) “Telematics Applications for Freight 

Traffic” specifies that data such as ‘wagon departure’, ‘wagon arrival’, 

‘hazardous goods’ and the UIC number must be stored and 

electronically accessible. NUMBERCheck, a new, intelligent optical 

system, automatically collects the relevant data when wagons 

are entering or leaving the shunting station or container terminal, 

factory or port area and makes this information available to the 

respective railway or industrial data network. In addition to each 

wagon number, images of the wagons that pass through are also 

stored. This recorded information provides details about the condition 

of each wagon, so that any possible damage can be clarified 

or claims can be submitted. Through interfaces with nearly all 

known railway companies the system also offers automatic billing 

for the owner of the infrastructure. 

Tank car with number plate 

ASE AG, D-Bruchsal 


Joerg Genz 

+49 (0)7251-932590 

joerg.genz@ase-ag.eu 

www.ase-ag.eu 

UIC number recording system 

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ATB Automatentechnik Baumann: 

Efficient ticket validation machines 

The manufacturer ATB is drawing attention to the fresh new styling 

and the wide range of functions of the 1887 AHEAD ticket validator, 

which has been designed to meet the requirements of the future too. 

Equipped with a powerful processor and a co-processor, this new 

device offers an extensive and expandable range of capabilities. 

The exhibitor explains that the unique feature of this unit is that it 

can still be operated with the traditional daisy wheel system as well 

as with an ink jet printer. Special customer requirements can be individually 

met. For example a radio clock, RFID module, WLAN connection, 

ethernet, RS232 interfaces and a USB are available as options. 

Any validator from the 1887 AHEAD series can be designated 

as a master in order to control all the other validators as slaves in a 

self-contained system. As with previous models, servicing and extensive 

diagnostics together with evaluation of the logbook can be 

carried out directly on the validator via an external test work station. 

ATB Automatentechnik Baumann GmbH, D-Luhe-Wildenau 


Carola Bauer 

+49 (0)9607-9222200 

c.bauer@atb-online.eu 

www.atb-online.eu 

1887 AHEAD ATB validator 

AUCOTEC: A software 

for all electrical engineering requirements 

The comprehensive solution from AUCOTEC is capable of displaying 

all the electrical engineering requirements for rail vehicles using just 

a single set of software. The Engineering Base (EB) software platform 

compiles all the information about projects in a central data base, encompassing 

various different disciplines, and makes it accessible to all 

those involved. The special features of this system have been designed 

to meet the requirements imposed not only by rail vehicle technology 

but also by signalling, and by energy supply and communication technology. 

The developers claim that EB is the only software that combines 

all the different aspects of technical data management in a single system, 

without the need for interfaces, system transformation and duplicated 

data maintenance. Updated data appears with comments about 

the changes that have been made, which can also be seen by designers, 

who can then incorporate it immediately in their as-built documentation. 

The use of a secure private cloud means that this documentation 

can also be processed directly on mobile devices. 

AUCOTEC AG, D-Hannover 


Johanna Kiesel 

+49 (0)511-6103186 

jki@aucotec.com 

www.aucotec.com 

Redlining in the EB Maintenance Tool 

Up to date, 

everywhere: 

maintenance app 

for rail vehicles 

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Auson: Compounds offering highly effective 

sound insulation 

Auson is making use of InnoTrans 2012 to introduce its environmentally 

friendly sound insulating compounds to the rail industry. Vibration is 

the primary source of annoying sounds; and Noxudol 3100 & 3101 offer 

an effective and time saving way of preventing air- and structureborne 

noise. The compounds have a well-documented high sound insulating 

factor and weigh approximately half as much as traditional 

asphalt mats. Two other advantages are their high resistance to abrasion 

and their significantly reduced absorption of water. This means 

that the material can be used as a combination of sound insulation 

and protection against condensation, rust and wear under demanding 

conditions. Auson also offers a wide range of rust protection products. 

Noxudol 720, for example, is a solvent free, rust preventive wax product 

which is manufactured in accordance with customers’ specifications 

to provide the required degree of penetration. The material is 

drip-free just 30 minutes after application. 

Auson AB, S-Kungsbacka 


Per Udesen 

+46 (0)300-562022 

per.udesen@auson.se 

www.auson.se 

Noxudol 3100 

Wagon with Auson sound insulation 

Autolift: Easy access to bogies 

The bogie lifting system from Austrian company Autolift GmbH can 

be installed at ground level next to supported track. The telescopic 

construction provides an effective lift of 1,800 mm at installation 

depths of just 1,500 mm. Four telescopic underfloor jacks under 

the bearing cases raise the bogie so that the wheels can still turn 

freely. The use of mobile axle supports and a centrally positioned 

underfloor pair of jacks means that entire axles can also be removed 

and set down, and the remaining bogie frame and axle can also 

be jacked up. The lifting system provides easy access all around 

the bogie and underneath it too. Existing, supported track can be 

converted in a bogie workshop without requiring major constructional 

measures. Early in 2012 this exhibitor installed six of these 

bogie lifting systems in a metro depot in Oslo. Longitudinal crossbeams 

can be used to include additional applications for tram bogies, 

which have a shorter wheelbase. 

Bogie-lifting system 

Autolift GmbH, A-Hallwang/Salzburg 


Johannes Nestel-Eichhausen 

+43 (0)662-450588 

j.eichhausen@autolift.info 

www.autolift.info 

Underfloor jacks with bogie 

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BDZ PP EOOD: Boarding assistance 

system for UIC carriages 

The Bulgarian company BDZ Passengers EOOD is presenting the 

prototype of a new boarding assistance system, known as BAS, at 

InnoTrans 2012. It assists people with restricted mobility, the disabled, 

older people or travellers with pushchairs or heavy luggage to 

board trains. The prototype was created under a project financed 

by the EU, “PubTrans4All – Public Transportation Accessibility for 

All”. Because there was no vehicle-based BAS for traditional UIC 

carriages at the time, the development consortium decided to develop 

a suitable boarding assistance system for this type of carriage. 

Investment in the installation and technical calculations resulted in 

the choice of the swivel-lift concept as the most suitable design for 

the limited space available in traditional UIC carriages. The BAS prototype 

has been installed in a special UIC carriage by this Bulgarian 

company, and can be seen at InnoTrans2012. 

Boarding 

assistance 

system 

BDZ PP EOOD, BG-Sofia 

Outdoor display G10/30 

Barbara Birkenmeyer 

+43 (0)1-2984400104 

barbara.birkenmeyer@rodlauer.com 

www.bdz.bg 

Special UIC carriage 

Bombardier Transportation: More flexibility on the rails 

Bombardier Transportation is using InnoTrans 2012 for the first presentation 

of its TRAXX F140 diesel multi-engine locomotive and the 

TRAXX AC locomotive with a supplementary diesel engine. The TRAXX 

F140 DEME locomotive has been designed for European-wide passenger 

and freight operations. The replacement of the single diesel 

power unit by four industrial diesel engines offers significant advantages 

for users. The locomotive complies with the new, stricter Stage 

IIIB exhaust gas emission standards imposed by the EU. Moreover, 

compared with a single power unit, fuel consumption, exhaust emissions 

and life cycle costs have all been significantly reduced. The 

TRAXX AC with Last Mile Diesel gives operators much more operational 

flexibility because it eliminates the need to change locomotives 

in shunting areas such as stations where there is a transfer from 

system to another, terminals, ports or factory premises. As a rule the 

final few metres of rail track are not electrified, requiring the use of 

shunting locomotives to bridge the gap but, with the introduction of 

the new TRAXX AC locomotive, this is no longer necessary. 

Bombardier Transportation GmbH, D-Berlin 

Outdoor display, G10 

Dr. Immo von Fallois 

+49 (0)172-6298408 

immo.von_fallois@de.transport.bombardier.com 

www.bombardier.com 

TRAXX F140 DEME 

TRAXX AC 

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BORCAD: Comfort seats 

for medium and long distances 

BORCAD has designed its new Comfort seat for medium and long 

distance travel. The initial concept forms the basis for use in first 

and second class and meets all kinds of customer requirements. 

The original solution for adapting the position of the seat enables 

passengers on long journeys to find the ideal position but without 

disturbing or restricting their fellow passengers. The exhibitor reports 

that railway network operators appreciate the wide range of 

accessories. A monitor can be installed in the seat, with a reading 

lamp on the back and storage space for magazines. Designed with 

the passive safety of passengers in mind, the seats are also attractively 

styled. This supplier has been awarded the Red Dot Award 

2012 in the Product Design category, signifying the successful debut 

of the Comfort seat on the German market. The Comfort seat will be 

in regular use on Czech Railways from December 2012. 

BORCAD cz s.r.o., CZ-Frycovice 


Tomas Boruta 

+420 (0)736-628205 

tboruta@borcad.cz 

www.borcad.cz 

Comfort seat 

Business System: ERP system designed specifically for 

public transport companies 

Business System has expanded Microsoft NAV 2009 with the inclusion 

of modules for the management of operating timetables, maintenance 

workshops and staff working schedules, and now claims to provide the 

first comprehensive ERP system designed specially for public transport 

companies. The central administrative system meets all the requirements 

for modern business management, according to this Swiss exhibitor. 

It dispenses with the complicated harmonization processes and 

manual intervention that are a feature of stand-alone solutions within 

the company. The areas of production, maintenance workshops and 

the management of operating schedules are linked together and harmonized 

with maximum effectiveness. If required, the latest external, 

peripheral systems such as ticket outlets or customer information systems 

can communicate very easily with Microsoft Dynamics NAV. The 

system component Finances, for example, encompasses financial and 

operating accounting, payroll accounting and allowances, cost accounting, 

fixed asset registers and the management of receivables/payables. 

Business System AG, CH-Bern 

Hall 7.1A, Booth 114 

Pierre Overney 

+41 (0)31-3814485 

pierre.overney@business-system.ch 

www.business-system.ch 

Microsoft NAV 2009 expanded system topography 

Micadot timetable graphic 

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CAF: High speed train platform and monorail 

The high speed train platform Oaris is one of the main innovations 

from CAF. It has been developed using in-house technology and offers 

the latest advances in terms of technology, design, safety and 

comfort, and is also capable of meeting the major challenges presented 

by railway interoperability. Also on display at InnoTrans 2012 

is the Urbos range of trams and light rail vehicles, in the form of 

the Urbos 100, 70, AXL and Urbos TT. Their modular design enables 

these vehicles to be adapted to the individual requirements of any 

city. CAF is also presenting the Arium monorail. This is a solution for 

inner-city transport which is distinguished by the advantages it offers 

for easier servicing, improved energy efficiency and sustainability. 

The Civity series has been developed for suburban and intercity 

services. Designed for the international 1,435 millimetre gauge, 

it also offers outstanding flexibility and versatility. 

Oaris 

CAF – Construcciones y Auxiliar 

de Ferrocarriles S.A., ES-Madrid 


Pablo Chacón 

+34 (0)91-4366000 

caf@caf.net 

www.caf.net 

Civity 

CARNEADES: Precise analysis 

of current claim management requirements 

The latest product from this specialist service producer, based in 

Quedlinburg, is intended for companies facing claims or that want 

to be prepared for such an eventuality: CARNEADES ® Claim Management 

Audit. The exhibitor can use this system to analyse the 

strengths and weaknesses of a company’s 

current strategic claim management position. 

The main focus is on question such as: 

in what areas can a company face claims for 

which it is unprepared and which could result 

in financial losses, and where does a sound 

approach already exist for a claims management 

system that can be expanded to cover 

the entire company? The analysis concentrates 

on seven main aspects, for example, 

with the structural organisation in claim-relevant 

areas and with arrangements in con- 

nection with claim-relevant processes. At the conclusion of the audit 

CARNEADES presents the client with the results of the investigation 

and supplies an in-depth audit report containing recommendations 

for action in areas requiring improvement. 

CARNEADES GmbH & Co. KG, D-Quedlinburg 

Hall 7.1a, Booth 102a 

Christopher Köhler 

+49 (0)3946-811617 

christopher.koehler@carneades.de 

www.carneades.de 

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CEIT-IK4: Test bench that reproduces contact between 

wheels and rails 

A remarkable test bench is being displayed by CEIT-IK4 at InnoTrans 

2012, reproducing the contact between the wheels and rails under actual 

operating conditions, with precise regulation and monitoring of 

the relative speed and the forces being applied. The results obtained 

enable an estimated comparison to be made of the contact forces, together 

with the leakage current relationships, tribological analyses, the 

development of strategies for coping with tensile forces, the influence 

of lubricants/sand, investigations of noise and strategies for reducing 

noise emissions or rolling contact fatigue. As part of its HESCAP project 

CEIT-IK4 has developed a new generation of high energy, super capacitor-based 

systems. They can store between 25 and 30 Wh/kg, which 

is ten times higher than previous levels, while at the same time maintaining 

high power density and operating life and keeping costs down. 

The super-capacitator includes a module with an innovative, active voltage 

compensation system capable of transferring up to 15 amps between 

two capacitors. 

CEIT-IK4, ES-San Sebastian 


Juan Melendez 

+34 (0)943-212800 

jmelendez@ceit.es 

www.ceit.es 

Test bench 

Super-capacitor 

system 

Cellofoam: 

Sound insulating material with drainage function 

Cellofoam has expanded its F800 FR range for use in rail vehicles by 

the inclusion of a new product group, Cello ® DRAIN. The sound insulating 

product from this exhibitor is intended for use on the wall 

and floor areas of rail vehicles and it allows condensation to run off 

freely, thus preventing the build-up of moisture. Cello ® DRAIN consists 

of a fire-resistant PES fleece, available optionally with oil- and 

water-repellent properties, and a bendable spacing material that is 

designed to drain off any moisture. The condensation can therefore 

flow uninterrupted in all directions, preventing the absorbent material 

from becoming wet. If required an aluminium foil surface can be 

applied to Cello ® DRAIN to prevent penetration by dirt or liquids and 

to maintain the highest hygienic standards. The combination with 

an aluminium surface complies with the latest fire regulations in accordance 

with CEN/TS 45545, satisfying the requirements of Category 

HL-3 for R1 materials. 

Polyester fleece, 

optionally oiland 

water-repellent. 

Cello DRAIN 

Optional aluminium 

foil surface. 

Spacer fabric 

for drainage. 

Cellofoam GmbH & Co. KG, D-Biberach 


Katharina Rose 

+49 (0)7351-57325 

k.rose@cellofoam.de 

www.cellofoam.de 

Wagon with Cello DRAIN 

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CENTRALP: 

Economical and compact interface 

A new man-machine interface (MMI), the E-Vision, is being exhibited 

by CENTRALP for the first time at InnoTrans 2012. It has been financed 

by in-house research and development funding. The French 

exhibitor draws attention to the simplified design and conformity with 

all common railway standards and in particular to the excellent ratio 

of price to performance and the outstanding quality. This new development 

is 25 per cent cheaper than the average MMI currently 

available on the market. The E-Vision has been designed to restrict 

the number of mechanical parts to a minimum. Instead of the average 

of 10 to 15 parts in a standard interface of this kind it comprises 

just four. The wire-less plug-in connectors are attached directly 

to the circuit board. Other advantages of this new MMI include its 

low weight and small dimensions, giving it just half the thickness of 

comparable models. 

E-Vision from in front 

CENTRALP, F-Vénissieux Cedex 


Pascale Matthews 

+33 (0)4-72783567 

pmatthews@centralp.fr 

www.centralp.fr 

E-Vision from behind 

Clearsy: 

Safety on platforms 

Line 1 on the Paris metro is being automated and as part of this process 

automatic doors are being installed on all platforms. Before the 

doors close it is vital to ensure that no one is trapped in the gap between 

the train and the platform. Clearsy is responsible for the design 

and installation of the DIL system. This ensures that, should an accident 

occur in this gap, trains are prevented from departing and the 

necessary information is passed on to the control centre. The DIL system 

monitors 18 hazardous gaps at stations with the relevant curves. 

GAPS is an on-board electronic system for the Regiolis trains made by 

Alstom. It measures the gap between the train and the platform prior 

to the installation of the mechanism for closing the gap, and prior to 

the granting of authorisation and application of the system. This closure 

mechanism comprises a mobile stage that fills the space between 

the train and the platform to enable passengers with restricted 

mobility to safely enter or leave the train. 

DIL system 

Clearsy, F-Aix-en-Provence 


Thierry Servat 

+33 (0)4-42371270 

thierry.servat@clearsy.com 

www.clearsy.com 

GAPS 

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Concrete Canvas: concrete on a roll 

Concrete Canvas (CC) is a flexible, synthetic, woven fabric impregnated 

with a cement mixture and sewn onto a PVC base. When water 

is added it forms a thin, very robust, waterproof and fire-resistant 

concrete surface. It can basically be described as concrete on 

a roll, and permits applications without the need for the usual machines 

such as mixers and pumps. CC is simply placed in position, 

water is added, and the job is done. This material has been commercially 

available since 2009 and the manufacturers claim that it is an 

economical alternative to standard concrete. It is being shown for 

the first time in Germany at InnoTrans 2012. Concrete Canvas is ecofriendly 

and in widescale use for the protection of embankments, in 

trench construction and to protect the ground around tank installations. 

Processing it is ten times faster than with prefabricated concrete 

components or in-situ concrete, with cost savings of up to 60 

per cent. Because CC only absorbs as much water as is needed, it 

can also be worked during bad weather or under water. 

Concrete Canvas Ltd., GB-Pontypridd 


Jan-Christian Bostelmann 

+49 (0)172-4021410 

jan@bostelmann-ts.com 

www.concretecanvas.co.uk 

Concrete 

on a roll 

Ditches lined with 

Concrete Canvas 

CONRAC: Public display range with the latest Edge 

LED panels 

The new Public Display range from CONRAC takes as its basis the latest 

Edge LED panels. The main features are the reduced power consumption 

of the new displays and a new IP protection concept. The 

IP54-protected display unit, preventing the ingress of dust or moisture, 

and the electronics box housing the electronic controls and the power 

supply, are designed as separate units. The electronics box has 

a special plug-in connection linking it to the display unit. This facilitates 

the rapid and simple replacement of the display electronics, which 

are available in a number of different configurations. This combines 

all advantages of a fully integrated concept with the simplified maintenance 

and flexibility of an external solution. The aluminium frame 

and front panel made of safety glass ensure that these displays are 

ideal for installation in public areas. The first models in this new series 

will be provided with screen diagonals of 42 and 55 inches, to be 

followed by a 46 inch version. 

CONRAC GmbH, D-Weikersheim 


Petra Ollhoff 

+49 (0)7934-101204 

p.ollhoff@conrac.de 

www.conrac.de 

IP 54 slimline concept 

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ContiTech air spring systems: Safety and a worldwide 

service system 

Since January 2012 ContiTech Air Spring Systems has been operating 

the world’s only laboratory for testing air spring systems in rail vehicles, 

and its independence has been recognized by the award of an official 

accreditation certificate. The laboratory has received accreditation for 

twelve important testing methods for the rail industry, in compliance 

with DIN EN ISO/ IEC 17025. With this range of services ContiTech Railway 

Engineering emphasises its capabilities as a leading supplier of 

air spring systems for use in railway engineering. Service and safety 

are at the heart of the display by ContiTech at this trade show. The display 

also features other high quality, hard-wearing products from ContiTech. 

The air springs that meet Japanese industrial standards are a 

new addition to the programme, and products also include a wider 

range of spare parts. The bellows cylinder that has been developed 

specially for use on rail vehicles is designed to be used with pantographs. 

Pipes carrying liquids or compressed air and which can cope 

with all the stresses of everyday railway usage complete the display. 

ContiTech Luftfedersysteme GmbH, D-Hannover 


Mario Töpfer 

+49 (0)511-9381304 

mario.toepfer@contitech.de 

www.contitech.de 

ContiTech air spring systems for rail vehicles 

CORYS T.E.S.S.: 

Realistic train simulator 

A new kind of train simulator technology is being displayed by CORYS for 

the first time at InnoTrans 2012. This French exhibitor has over 600 train 

simulators, which are in operation all over the world. In 2011 the company 

completed a major research and development project in order to 

transfer its track image material, consisting of computer generated images, 

to the latest, serious gaming technology. Compared with the previous 

generation of CGI systems, this new solution from CORYS offers a 

number of advantages such as a three-fold improvement in performance, 

over one million polygons per image, more objects, more details, improved 

visual presentation and countless special effects. In terms of the instruction 

process for driver training this improved performance has produced 

a number of positive results. These include more realistic visual 

databases, with a correspondingly better level of acceptance by drivers 

in the course of their training, and the evaluation of more realistic driving 

situations such as night journeys, and a greater ability to estimate 

distances, and thus the improved recognition of signals. 

CORYS T.E.S.S., F-Grenoble Cedex 


Thomas Denis 

+33 (0)688-090803 

tdenis@corys.com 

www.corys.com 

Train movement simulation 

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Cyclosystem Pte: Automated cleaning 

of the undercarriage 

The Cyclojet automatic undercarriage cleaning system uses high 

pressure jets of water for the rapid, effective and safe cleaning of 

the underside of various types of trains. Ultrasound and laser technology 

are used to determine whether various parts of the undercarriage 

require cleaning. Oscillating high pressure jets installed 

in the Cyclojet chassis cleaning unit carry out automated cleaning 

and rinsing of individual parts. The liquid cleaning agent is automatically 

filtered and recycled within the unit. The BULOX brake valve 

testing system can reliably simulate the operation of the brakes and 

of other pneumatic air valves in a single machine. It can test up to 

30 different types of pneumatic air valves found on EMU trains, with 

a maximum testing pressure of 16 bar. BULOX Equipment, a division 

of the BULOX Corporation, is currently trading as Cyclosystem Pte 

Ltd, and designs, manufactures and distributes maintenance equipment 

for rail vehicles. 

Cyclojet automatic undercarriage cleaning system 

Cyclosystem Pte Ltd, SGP-Singapore 


Leah Dominguiano 

+65-6455-4111 

leah@cyclosystem.com 

www.cyclosystem.com 

BULOX brake 

valve testing system 

Damm Cellular Systems: Reliable, 

fast voice and data communication 

The DAMM booth at InnoTrans is showing how the modern infrastructure 

for voice and data communication via radio with TetraFlex ® can 

meet the increased demands for security and operating efficiency in 

a public transport system. TetraFlex ® has been developed to ensure 

the reliable, fast and continuous TETRA voice and data communication 

required for operational processes that are vital for the success 

of a business. The TetraFlex ® architecture is fully networked and is 

100 per cent IP-based. This means that the maximum on-site flexibility 

and the ability to offer expanded capacity are guaranteed without interfering 

with ongoing operations. The easily accessible API permits 

seamless integration with other system environments, for example, 

vehicle dispatch solutions, signalling systems and pa ssenger information 

systems. TetraFlex ® is available both with an internal base station 

and with an IP65-protected, compact external base station, thereby 

ensuring a high degree of installation flexibility. 

DAMM interior 

base station 

Damm Cellular Systems A/S, DK-Sønderborg 


Bettina Leth Johannsen 

+45 (0)7347-3506 

blj@damm.dk 

www.damm.dk 

DAMM exterior 

base station 

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DB International: 

Integrated rail transport solutions 

The display by DB International at InnoTrans 2012 provides the first 

opportunity to see the improvements that have been made to its product 

portfolio in three areas. The new Business Consulting division 

has now acquired an independent status. Further developments have 

been made to System Consulting, providing technical advice for comprehensive 

and interdisciplinary solutions for all kinds of transport 

providers. Engineering remains the company’s core activity. Business 

Consulting from DB International provides consultancy services for 

management in the context of the overall rail-mobility-logistics system, 

from advice about strategy and concepts to an analysis of efficiency 

and process optimisation. The defined areas of Strategy and 

Business Development, Training, Quality and Safety, and Processes 

and Regulations cover the four main themes, which are of equal relevance 

to transport companies and transport infrastructure as they 

are to regulatory, political organisations around the world. 

Business consultancy 

DB International GmbH, D-Berlin 


Martin Hagen 

+49 (0)30-29769970 

martin.hagen@db-international.de 

www.db-international.de 

Rail transport 

solutions 

DB Mobility Logistics: 

ICx with up to 24 different train configurations 

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is using InnoTrans 2012 to display a model of 

its end car for the ICx for the first time. The ICx will form the backbone 

of future DB long distance services, the exhibitor points out. 

The technical basis is provided by an innovative platform concept, 

but consisting of tried and tested components that are already being 

successfully deployed in various combinations of equipment in other 

series of trains. Despite the technical uniformity of its rolling stock 

the ICx offers a great deal of flexibility, with up to 24 different train 

configurations. This is achieved with powercars, combining all the 

drive unit components in one car. The improved aerodynamics of the 

new end car results in substantially reduced driving resistance. Lighter 

construction methods have enabled weight reductions of some 

20 tonnes for a 200 metre long train. Compared with trains currently 

in service the energy consumption per passenger has been reduced 

by up to 30 per cent. 

DB Mobility Logistics AG, D-Berlin 


Hartmut Sommer 

+49 (0)160-97421479 

hartmut.sommer@deutschebahn.com 

www.db.de 

Computer graphic of ICx 

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DB Regio: 

Diesel railcar 642 on a hybrid basis 

In a joint pilot project Deutsche Bahn and MTU Friedrichshafen have 

been developing and trialling a hybrid propulsion unit for use with rail 

passenger services. For this purpose a Series 642 diesel-mechanical 

railcar has been converted into a hybrid vehicle. The new propulsion 

system, in the form of a hybrid powerpack, uses a generator to convert 

the kinetic energy produced by braking into electrical energy. 

This electrical energy is temporarily stored in batteries and is available 

for use during the journey if required. It is planned to obtain approval 

for use on passenger services by the end of the year. The parallel 

hybrid set-up enables the vehicle to be powered either by the 

diesel or the electric motor, or as a diesel-electric combination. Financial 

support for the project has been provided by the Federal Ministry 

of Transport, Construction and Urban Development under the 

Model Regions Electromobility project under the coordination of NOW 

GmbH National Organisation for Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technology. 

DB Regio AG, D-Frankfurt am Main 

Outdoor display, G 1/30 

Hartmut Sommer 

+49 (0)160-97421479 

hartmut.sommer@deutschebahn.com 

www.db.de 

Hybrid vehicle 

DB Systel: 

Realistic, three-dimensional visualisation 

On display by DB Systel for the first time at InnoTrans 2012, this comprehensive 

solution provides for the highly realistic and three-dimensional 

visualisation of geodata and infrastructure. It imports real data 

from other applications, which it converts and compresses. Visualisation 

can be used on a computer to show movement through stations 

and along the tracks as well as through 

large construction sites. In this way 

operational processes in maintenance, 

working processes during the transhipment 

of freight and the flow of travellers 

through a station can be simulated. Even 

highly complex infrastructural projects 

can be shown in their entirety and rendered 

visible to those involved in the pro- 

ject, decision-makers or local residents. Planning errors can be immediately 

identified, while communication and coordination are simplified. 

This flexible and comprehensive solution encompasses advice about 

the procurement and refinement of data, interfaces to the data sources 

and the provision of the relevant software. 

DB Systel GmbH, 

D-Frankfurt am Main 


Kathrin Fellenberg 

+49 (0)69-26546125 

kathrin.fellenberg@deutschebahn.com 

www.dbsystel.de 

Visualisation of a station 

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DEUTA-WERKE: 

Multifunctional Terminal with an AMD Fusion processor 

With the DEUTA Multifunctional Terminal MFT 111 an 

AMD Fusion processor has made its way into cab consoles 

for the first time, says this exhibitor. With its high 

performance and high-end technology the MFT 111 is the 

ideal hardware basis for complex video and graphics applications. 

The outstanding features of the new DEUTA 

Multifunctional Terminal are a minimum number of components 

and connectors, all on one circuit board, and 

low performance losses. The manufacturer has made it 

possible for individual configurations to be put to rapid 

and reliable use and for the excellent MTBF field data 

values to actually be exceeded. The compact housing 

of the Multifunctional Terminal also fits into confined 

spaces. When equipped with the optional IconTrust® 

the MFT 111 becomes an SIL Terminal MFT S111 which 

offers a maximum degree of safety. 

DEUTA-WERKE GmbH, D-Bergisch Gladbach 


Stephanie Fuhrmann 

+49 (0)2202-958309 

stephanie.fuhrmann@deuta.de 

www.deuta.de 

DEUTA-Multifunktions-Terminal MFT 111 

German Aerospace Centre (DLR): 

1-to-1 mock-up of a centre coach section 

Scientists and engineers are working together in the twelve institutes 

that make up the German Aerospace Centre (DLR) to help make 

the railways more competitive. Their efforts are focused on developing 

concepts for the next generation of trains and to improve the rail 

transport management system. In its display at InnoTrans 2012 the 

DLR will be demonstrating new ways of constructing double-deck 

rail vehicles, using a one-to-one mock-up of a centre section coach. 

The team on the booth will be providing information about a unique 

installation designed to investigate the aerodynamics of high speed 

trains in tunnels as a way of avoiding compression shock and to protect 

passengers against excessive differences in pressure. With its 

Railonomics © tool the DLR will be demonstrating improved ways of making 

the right economic and operational investment decisions for infrastructure. 

Another aspect concerns the potential of RailSiTe © , the 

only accredited German testing laboratory for providing official proof 

of ETCS compliance. 

Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt (DLR), D-Cologne 


Elisabeth Mittelbach 

+49 (0)2203-6013900 

elisabeth.mittelbach@dlr.de 

www.dlr.de 

Tunnel testing unit 

RailSiTe railway testing laboratory 

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Devismes: Tactile closure systems in trains 

for barrier-free travel 

The opening and closing systems from Devismes have been developed 

for passengers with impaired vision and reduced mobility. Toilet 

doors open at just a light press of a button and can be locked 

from inside. A clear visual indicator also shows the visually impaired 

when a toilet is occupied. The tactile closure system has been developed 

in partnership with the French rail company SNCF and the 

ESIEE engineering college in Amiens. Two versions of the closure 

systems have been produced under this programme: a mechanical 

system for swing doors and an electronic system for motorised sliding 

doors. This technology carries the Kompetenzzentrum I-Trans 

label. Devismes has obtained AQF2, ISO 9001 and EN 15085 certification. 

The closure system, which has been developed in France, 

complies with all European standards for access systems. It can be 

seen by professionals from all over the world for the first time at InnoTrans 

2012 in Hall 3.2. 

Devismes, F-Feuquières-en-Vimeu 


Bertrand Devismes 

+33 (0)3-22612612 

bdevismes@devismes.fr 

www.devismes.fr 

Tactile closure systems 

Dolphin Manufacturing: 

Heat exchangers with a long working life 

The Dolphin Group from the United Arab Emirates is presenting its latest 

developments at InnoTrans 2012. The new CuproBraze heat exchangers 

are extremely rugged and long-lasting, and the materials 

used in their manufacture are very fatigue-resistant. Moreover these 

heat exchangers are resistant to indoor and outdoor corrosion, a factor 

that contributes to their long working life, especially in humid, polluted 

or coastal areas. If defects occur the heat exchangers can be 

repaired on-site by soft soldering. As a consequence downtimes are 

kept to a minimum, which is vitally important in the rail transport sector. 

The manufacturing process for CuproBraze uses special heat-resistant 

copper and brass alloys which are both strong and conductive, 

and is an extremely eco-friendly method of producing highly efficient 

radiators, intercoolers and oil coolers as well as entire cooling systems. 

At the heart of the CuproBraze product range is the Sellacan 

soldering oven, where the cores for the heat exchangers are soldered 

in a nitrogen-rich atmosphere. 

CuproBraze heat exchanger 

Dolphin Manufacturing LLC, UAE-Ajman 


Syed Sammar Zaidi 

+971 (0)6-7432565 

it@dolrad.ae 

www.dolphinheattransfer.com 

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DR.SCHNELL Chemie: 

Ready-to-use surface cleaner for railways and buses 

DR.SCHNELL Chemie has developed NOVO PEN-OFF, a ready-to-use 

product for cleaning the internal surfaces of trains and buses. It removes 

many kinds of dirt and stains from solvent-resistant surfaces, 

and can be used on plastic, metal, glass, carpets and upholstery. It 

deals equally effectively with felt pen and ball pen marks as well as 

the residues from endorsing ink, labels, and coffee or wine stains. 

NOVO PEN-OFF can also be used to clean headrests and to remove 

water-soluble stains left by drinks, creams and make-up. This product 

is available in a 500 millilitre spray bottle and does not leave 

any streaks or residues, and the surface does not require wiping afterwards. 

This surface cleaner does not contain any ingredients requiring 

labeling, is non-absorbent and has a pleasant citrus scent. 

NOVO PEN-OFF wipes are intended for quick cleaning by people on 

the move. The manufacturers point out that the NOVO PEN-OFF is 

eco-friendly, not hazardous to health and does not affect the materials 

to which it is applied. 

DR.SCHNELL Chemie GmbH, D-München 

Hall 7.2B, Booth 102 

Franz Felbermeir 

+49 (0)89-350608972 

franz.felbermeir@dr-schnell.de 

www.dr-schnell.de 

NOVO PEN-OFF 

spray bottle 

duagon: Innovative all-in-one solution 

The high performance train control system ioniaTM from duagon offers 

a compact, easy and comprehensive solution for MVB, WTB, ETH 

and CAN. All communication and control elements can be easily integrated 

in the robust, stainless steel housing, which has a height of 

just 100 millimetres, a depth of 120 millimetres and a variable length, 

for example 224 millimetres by 144 IO. The input and output device 

is simple to configure to meet customers’ requirements and is provided 

with up to 23 modules covering the entire duagon portfolio, 

including WTB and Switch. Fully customised ioniaTM solutions are 

also available. The TCMS core comprises a high performance CPU 

unit which can also process highly complex applications in real time. 

Programming, with a simple graphic and text editor, is user-friendly, 

and ioniaTM reduced downtimes and maintenance times as well as 

cutting overall operating costs. The system provides numerous debugging, 

diagnostic and monitoring options via ethernet and USB – 

and also from any location via WLAN and tablets. 

ionia train control system 

duagon AG, CH-Dietikon 


Marc Robert 

+41 (0)44-7437300 

marc.robert@duagon.com 

www.duagon.com 

ionia connection options 

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e-Ressource: 

Modern ecological fluorescent tubes for retrofitting 

In recent years the etalux ® lighting system has proved its effectiveness 

when T5 fluorescent tubes are retrofitted. With its latest innovation 

e-Ressource is providing this efficient form of energy saving 

not only for single and double tubes but also for emergency lighting 

or for 60 x 60 cm grid lights. The existing T8 lamps are being replaced 

by more efficient T5 lamps, fitted with a high quality electronic ballast. 

These ballasts can be installed in existing lamp holders or grids. The 

manufacturer claims that the etalux ® flex system provides an instant 

reduction of around 50 per cent in electricity consumption. The system 

offers maximum flexibility, and a variety of fluorescent tubes can 

be used, in 14 watt standard lights or with 13 watt eco-lamps. Sustainability, 

especially with regard to maintenance, is promoted by the 

use of AuraLight longlife lamps, which have an average life of 68,000 

hours. The highest energy efficiency category, A1A, is guaranteed by 

etalux ® , which is available in a version with a dimmable ballast, and 

a choice of lengths, either 150 or 120 centimetres. 

Lighting with 

T5 fluorescent tubes 

e-Ressource Österreich GmbH, A-Lochau 


Iris Gruber 

+49 (0)7021-9316570 

iris.gruber@e-ressource.eu 

www.e-ressource.eu 

EAO: Door-opening buttons with extra-large area 

EAO has made its new series 57 door opener buttons easier to operate 

by increasing the diameter of the contact area to 74 millimetres, 

making them much more accessible to people with restricted 

mobility. The touchpads comprise illuminated rings and a symbol 

and can be operated just as well when wearing gloves, with walking 

aids or even by an elbow. A bright green illuminated ring indicates 

that the door is operational and also helps passengers with restricted 

visibility to find the touchpad. A second, inner, red illuminated 

ring responds, together with the prominent tactile acknowledgment, 

when the button is pressed. A built-in device also produces a sound 

for the benefit of blind passengers. Symbols such as “door open” 

or “baby carriage” are also designed to be touched in accordance 

with TSI PRM and can also be illuminated to make them more easily 

identifiable. The assembly ring is designed to facilitate the work of 

railway and door manufacturers. 

Series 57 door opening button 

EAO GmbH, D-Essen 


Norbert Backhaus 

+49 (0)201-8587151 

norbert.backhaus@eao.com 

www.eao.de 

Model examples of series 57 

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ebm-papst Mulfingen: 

Energy-efficient 110 volt DC ventilators 

The energy-efficient RadiCal 100 volt DC ventilators are designed 

for railway engineering applications and are being presented at 

InnoTrans 2012 by ebm-papst. The newly developed plastic impeller 

is manufactured as a single unit and uses a flow passage that 

replicates those found in the natural world. It is very efficient and 

mechanically robust. The new ventilators are based on the RadiCal 

in GreenTech EC technology and offer a number of advantages: a 

high degree of efficiency, quiet running, infinitely variable rotation 

speed and exceptional compactness. The improved heat management 

system for the motor ensures improved efficiency and a high 

level of IP protection too. In addition to their efficiency and acoustic 

properties another advantage of these ventilators is that they 

can be easily and quickly installed. This makes them the ideal solution 

for customers’ systems. RadiCal impellers are available in diameters 

ranging from 190 to 355 millimetres. 

ebm-papst Mulfingen GmbH & Co. KG, D-Mulfingen 


Rolf Hollenbach 

+49 (0)7938-817055 

rolf.hollenbach@de.ebmpapst.com 

www.ebmpapst.com 

RadiCal series 110 VDC 

Eisenbahningenieurbüro Munder: 

Economical track observation 

Sidings and shunting track are in short supply on the railways and 

consequently the operators of infrastructure and transport companies 

endeavour to make best possible use of the track that is available. 

This exhibitor, from Berlin, points out that this is now only possible 

with the use of expensive scheduling software, which in many 

cases only establishes and shows whether a track is occupied or 

not. Munder’s track observation system provides an economic solution 

to this problem, enabling the track to be precisely monitored 

and to make more efficient use of the available track. The system 

consists of three components: wheel sensors, transmission unit and 

central evaluation software. The wheel sensors register the axles 

as they pass a defined point. The transmission unit evaluates the 

direction and speed, while the software determines the type of vehicle, 

number of vehicles and how long they are at any one place. 

Companies can access this data via the internet. 

Eisenbahningenieurbüro Munder, D-Berlin 


Dirk Munder 

+49 (0)30-34399894 

dmdr@eib-munder.de 

www.eib-munder.de 

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ELPA: Noise insulation system for rail brakes 

in freightyards 

The Slovenian exhibitor ELPA is presenting a new development for 

the first time at InnoTrans 2012, consisting of its patented noise insulation 

system BREMEX-ANNSYS for rail brakes in freightyards 

with sidings. In such areas braking produces high frequency noise, 

in some cases exceeding 130 decibels. This new development by 

ELPA, which incorporates WONROSTM technology, significantly reduces 

these unpleasant screeching noises. The exhibitor points out 

that this has previously been a worldwide problem for which no solution 

could be found. The synergy between ELPA and Deutsche Bahn 

in the course of a pilot project to reduce noise levels at the Nuremberg 

freightyard has produced some significant results, with the 

noise being almost entirely eliminated at source. According to a report 

by the board of DB Netz the results were very successful and 

far exceeded expectations. The benefits are also being felt by residents 

living around the Nuremberg shunting yards. 

BREMEX-ANNSYS 

ELPA d.o.o., SI-Velenje 


Darja Goltnik 

+386 (0)3-8986330 

darja.goltnik@elpa.si 

www.elpa.si 

Nuremberg shunting yards 

ERICO: Theft-deterrent composite cable 

Composite cables from ERICO are ideal for railway applications 

where copper theft may occur. The CC5A30INS and CC5A30 both 

have 157 strands and are suitable for use in substation risers to 

connect the grounding grid to substation equipment and structures. 

The insulated CC5A30INS can be used on power and grounding 

connections to rail tracks The seven-stranded CC5A04 and nineteen-stranded 

CC5A05 are electrical equivalents to 16 mm² cable 

and are ideal for transmission tower, distribution pole and street-, 

bridge- or platform-light grounding. The CC5A04 and CC5A05 have 

the same outside cable diameter and are compatible with connectors 

and cable lugs designed for use with 42 mm2 copper cable. The 

CC5A30 and the cable core of the CC5A30INS have the same outside 

diameter as 250 kcmil (equivalent to 120 mm2) copper cable 

and are compatible with connectors and cable lugs designed for 

use with 250 kcmil/120 mm2 copper cable. 

ERICO, USA-Solon 


Sharon R. Lewis 

+1 (0)440-5423890 

slewis@erico.com 

www.erico.com 

Composite cable 

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Erlau: Make-over for wire grid benches 

As one of the largest manufacturers of seats for platforms and waiting 

rooms Erlau AG has signed contracts to supply its products to 

the national railway systems in Germany and Austria. Passengers 

awaiting their trains can now use the restyled wire grid benches. 

The seats for Deutsche Bahn make use of a design entitled remissio, 

which has four millimetre diameter wire on the inside. This enhances 

stability and provides more comfort too. DB seating from 

Erlau is offered in three- or six-seater versions. The new remissio 

design is also available in wood. The free-standing benches can 

be supplied in mobile form for prefabricated platforms or can be 

fixed in concrete. Grid size 22 offers protection against the wind 

or as a shelter against rain. The special polyamide-rilsan coating 

makes Erlau benches extremely weather-resistant. They also require 

no maintenance. 

Wire grid bench with polyamide-rilsan coating 

Erlau AG, D-Aalen 


Gisela Germani 

+49 (0)7361-5953281 

gisela.germani@rud.com 

www.erlau.com 

Three-seater in DB remissio design 

Euro-Shelter: 

Honeycomb bond panels for rail vehicles 

Euro-Shelter has developed new applications in the rail vehicle sector 

for its honeycomb bond panels. This technology, which was originally 

developed for use in aircraft, also has many applications in 

the military field. The aluminium honeycomb panels can be manufactured 

in very large dimensions and can be directly soldered onto 

aluminium profiles. They are simple to construct and offer excellent 

stability and resistance, combined with very low weight. Moreover 

this technology enables new shapes to be created and facilitates the 

use of smoother fabrics. The aluminium panels can be used for the 

structure as well as for the side walls, roof, floor or interior equipment 

as well as for ventilation and air conditioning ducts. Euro-Shelter 

commissioned MBD Design to produce a full scale model utilising 

all the possible applications for these panels in rail vehicles. The 

model produced by these two companies can be seen on the Euro- 

Shelter stand at InnoTrans. 

Euro-Shelter SA, F-Rennes 

Hall 7.2a, Booth 105 

Véronique Flament 

+33 (0)68078383 

v.flament@mbd-design.fr 

www.euro-shelter.com 

Possible 

applications 

for honeycomb 

bond panels 

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faigle plastics: 

multi-functional hanging straps 

topAdstrap is the latest series of hanging straps from the plastics 

expert faigle, offering not only excellent safety but also providing an 

eye-catching advertising panel on public transport. The ideal size 

of the A6 format advertising panel offers plenty of room for creative 

design. Furthermore, the modular system allows for handing straps 

with or without an advertising window. For flexibility of visibility, the 

advertising window can be turned through 45° or 90°. All system 

components are fire-proofed and comply with current rail transport 

standards. The strap consists of the advanced faigle plastic PAS- 

PU 98 A H FR with antimicrobial properties. This special material protects 

against a wide range of bacteria, fungi and viruses, and prevents 

microbes almost entirely from being able to attach themselves 

to the hanging straps. Like the very popular „IGOSTRAP“ and „gripAd“ 

hanging straps from faigle, the „topAdstrap“ is supplied as a 

complete prefabricated kit. 

faigle Kunststoffe GmbH, A-Hard 


Manuela Boss-Herburger 

+43 (0)5574-68111605 

manuela.boss-herburger@faigle.com 

www.faigle.com 

topAdstrap versions 

in different colours 

topAdstrap with and without 

advertising window 

FAIST Anlagenbau: 

Aluminium elements and self-supporting structure 

With its FAIST Rail System the plant constructor, based in Krumbach, 

has developed a highly effective and visually pleasing system 

of soundproofing for sections of rail track in compliance with 

RIL 804.5501. This system has been approved under TM 2011-278I. 

NVT4 by DB Netz AG for high speed sections of v = 300 km/h. It is 

based on a structure which differs significantly from other available 

soundproofing walls. Among the outstanding advantages of the new 

system are that the elements are made of aluminium and are self-supporting, 

i.e. do not require any additional framework. This design saves 

on resources, because the elements can be produced in lengths 

of between 2 and 5 m. Consequently larger distances between the 

uprights are possible, thus facilitating assembly of the system. The 

FAIST Rail System provides excellent sound insulation, achieving a 

sound absorbency value of 31 dB as defined by DIN EN ISO 717 and 

an absorption degree of 14 dB. 

FAIST railway soundproofing system 

FAIST Anlagenbau GmbH, D-Krumbach 


Simone Göser-Wagner 

+49 (0)8282-8880162 

simone.goeser@faist.de 

www.faist.de 

Modular, 

frameless design 

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FLACO-Geräte: 

Ready-to-use tank container 

The first ready-to-use FLACO tank containers for refuelling diesel locomotives 

with AdBlue have been in operation since mid-2012. These 

TCI tank containers for Aus32 are available with a capacity of between 

2,000 and 10,000 litres. The manufacturer can supply the TCIs 

to meet customers’ technical specifications. A selection of price 

calculators with numerous protocols are available for connection 

to different point of sale systems. The fuel pump can be fitted to the 

left or right or on the front. To facilitate installation at the filling station 

a supporting frame has been developed for all TCI models, making 

it possible to compensate for small uneven surfaces as well as 

large differences in height. During assembly the TCI containers are 

connected to the available power supply and a data connection is 

established with the unattended fuel pump or point of sale system. 

The slim design of the TCI containers means that they can often be 

installed directly on the platform. 

FLACO-Geräte GmbH, D-Gütersloh 


Heiner Schreiber 

+49-5241-60345 

heiner.schreiber@flaco.de 

www.flaco.de 

FLACO tank container 

FLACO dispenser FDIII 

Forbo Flooring Systems: 

Flooring system 

with wood-look 

The new wood-look Artoleum Striato flooring has been designed to 

meet all the requirements imposed by railways. It is being used currently 

in a refurbishment project in the Netherlands for the country’s 

main passenger railway operator. The company has worked closely 

with this client to develop a flame retardant version of Artoleum Striato 

suitable for use in railway carriages. Sustainability, product durability 

and ease of cleaning were key criteria for this flooring. Another 

outstanding floor covering for use on trains is the textile product 

Flotex FR. It looks and feels like a carpet but its fibres point upwards 

to facilitate cleaning. Flotex FR has a soft, velour-like surface which 

is pleasant to walk on but very hard-wearing. The high definition digital 

printing gives an impression of exceptional depth and this, combined 

with its structure, creates an almost three-dimensional effect, 

offering a wide range of design possibilities. 

Artoleum Striato 

Forbo Flooring Systems, GB-Kirkcaldy 

Hall 3.1, Booth 149-150 

Jemma Masters 

+44 (0)7801-137691 

info@forbo-transportflooring.com 

www.forbo-flooring.com 

Flotex FR 

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Fraunhofer-FOKUS: 

Verification of software-based safety functions 

When safety-critical software is being checked traditional testing methods 

soon reveal their limitations. Fraunhofer FOKUS and the French 

Carnot Institute CEA LIST have therefore set up a project to evaluate 

and improve the methods and software tools that provide mathematical 

proof of the fault-free operation of software components for embedded 

systems. The Frama-C tool platform, developed by CEA LIST, is 

being deployed for this purpose, enabling largely automated proofs to 

be obtained of the software properties to be verified. This saves time 

and money in the quality assurance process. Typical applications by 

Fraunhofer FOKUS include investigations of the software used in railway 

engineering control equipment, such as the cut-off device fitted 

to every train, bringing it to a halt in an emergency if there is no response 

from the driver. The methods and tools on display are used to 

demonstrate the correct functioning of such safety systems. 

Fraunhofer-Institut für Offene Kommunikationssysteme 

FOKUS, D-Berlin 


Tobias Steinhäußer 

+49 (0)89-12051308 

tobias.steinhaeusser@zv.fraunhofer.de 

www.fokus.fraunhofer.de 

Monitoring safety systems 

Fraunhofer-IML: 

Innovative transport logistics concepts 

The Fraunhofer Institute for Material Flows and Logistics IML is presenting its 

safety concepts for rail logistics chains for the first time at InnoTrans 2012. The 

experts are demonstrating how transport logistics can be protected against 

criminals and terrorists without increased expenditure on supervision and 

monitoring. The display by Fraunhofer-IML at the fair also includes innovations 

in rail freight transport and multimodal transport chains, and in particular 

various logistical concepts for transport in ports and surrounding areas 

where, for example, innovative combinations and cooperative concepts can 

be applied to enable railways to provide effective and innovative services 

even with small quantities of freight or over short distances. Researchers are 

also presenting concepts by IML for robust transport chains as a means of 

improving the reliability of rail transport and the flexibility of transport planning. 

The stand in Hall 4.1 also offers interactive opportunities for obtaining 

information about projects and how railways can help to introduce improvements 

to logistical systems. 

Fraunhofer-Institut für Materialfluss und Logistik IML, 

D-Dortmund 



+49 (0)89-12051308 


www.iml.fraunhofer.de 

Intelligent and secure integration of the railways in logistics 

concepts 

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Fraunhofer-IPM: Measuring the geometry of moving trains 

Rail accidents have a particularly severe impact at critical points such 

as tunnels or where railways enter densely populated areas. It is at such 

points that a profile scanner developed by Fraunhofer-IPM can now measure 

the geometry of passing trains. The Sector Profile Scanner SPS identifies 

possible incursions into the clearance outline, for example as a result 

of shifting loads, open loading hatches or detached couplings. The 

four scanners attached to masts on the measuring portal register the 

shape of the train along with the end surfaces of the wagons and gaps 

between them. The SPS records a profile every 3.5 centimetres on trains 

travelling at 100 km/h. In approximately one millisecond the scanner registers 

900 measuring points and then provides an adequate resolution 

at full speed. The measurement data is used to generate a 3D model of 

the train, which is then compared with nominal profiles stored in the system 

in order to create the required train geometry. In addition to SPS numerous 

improvements and additional functions for its various rail measurement 

systems are also being displayed by Fraunhofer-IPM. 

Fraunhofer-Institut für Physikalische Messtechnik IPM, 

D-Freiburg im Breisgau 



+49 (0)89-12051308 


www.ipm.fraunhofer.de 

SPS sector profile scanner 

Fraunhofer-IZFP: Thermographic testing of train wheels 

The advantages of testing train wheels by means of inductively induced 

thermography are being demonstrated by the Fraunhofer Institute 

for Non-Destructive Testing Methods IZFP at InnoTrans 2012. 

This method involves rotating a wheel and using a system of coils to 

induce eddy currents, which spread out in areas close to the surface. 

Any faults such as cracks will interfere with the spread of these eddy 

currents, causing characteristic temperature fields in the surrounding 

area. These can be recorded using a thermal imaging camera. 

In contrast to the magnetic powder test which is currently used for 

testing surfaces, it permits automated recording and objective evaluation 

of the image data. Thermography also reveals hidden faults. 

Unlike magnetic powder testing the readings obtained provide information 

about the geometry of the faults, and especially about the 

depth of any surface cracks. The process is also eco-friendly because 

it does not rely on the use of any chemical substances in order 

to indicate faults. 

Fraunhofer-Institut Zerstörungsfreie Prüfverfahren IZFP, 

D-Saarbrücken 



+49 (0)89-12051308 


www.izfp.fraunhofer.de 

Simulation of temperature distribution in the area around a crack 

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Fraunhofer-LBF: Wheel shaft 

test bench and monitoring the condition of freight cars 

A new test bench for examining wheelset shafts is being demonstrated 

for the first time by Fraunhofer-LBF at InnoTrans 2012. This enables rotating 

components such as a wheelset shaft on a passenger carriage or 

freight car to be tested under radially active loads. The special bearing and 

drive system on the test bed enables a shaft to be tested at very high rates, 

to a maximum rotation frequency of almost 60 hertz. This corresponds 

to the speed of a high speed train. The demonstration model used at the 

fair has been derived from the original CAD data and dimensionally scaled. 

Researchers working at LBF have also developed a new method for 

the long term monitoring of the condition of freight cars using intelligent 

sensors with their own energy source. These enable damage to be identified 

at an early stage, thereby helping to prevent accidents. The system 

can be flexibly configured and installed at a later stage. The energy-harvesting 

system utilises energy obtained from the motion of the vehicle to 

supply the sensor nodes. 

Fraunhofer-Institut für Betriebsfestigkeit 

und Systemzuverlässigkeit LBF, D-Darmstadt 



+49 (0)89-12051308 


www.lbf.fraunhofer.de 

Monitoring the condition of freight cars 

Wheelshaft 

test bench 

Friedrich Hippe Maschinenfabrik und Gerätebau: 

Universal electronic points operating system 

The universal Type WH electromechanical points operating system 

is extremely flexible, offering a wide range of configurations to 

meet specific customer requirements. Various setting ranges and 

forces can be achieved, for example a travel of between 70 and 

220 millimetres, setting times of between two and six seconds, and 

a force of between 3,000 and 6,000 newtons. The points operating 

system is available in a trailable and a non-trailable version. The 

reduced height of just 141 millimetres enables this unit to be deployed 

with inward or outward operation. A manual setting can be 

made without the need for special tools. It can also be connected 

to existing control systems. If required a water- or dustproof version 

can be supplied. The Type WH points operating system has 

been developed jointly by Friedrich Hippe GmbH and Wolber Antriebstechnik 

GmbH. 

Friedrich Hippe Maschinenfabrik und Gerätebau GmbH, 

D-Hagen am Teutoburger Wald 


Frank Wöhrmann 

+49 (0)5405-616700146 

frank.woehrmann@friedrich-hippe.de 

www.friedrich-hippe.de 

WH 90i points actuator 

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Funkwerk: 

Reliable transmission of digital video signals 

There is always a risk with the video surveillance of rail track, 

highway intersections or airports that the video image might not 

be showing the current situation in the correct danger zone The 

Funkwerk Security Communications Division has found a new kind 

of solution to this problem with its VSID ® – Video Source ID coding 

system. With VSID ® users can be certain at any time that they are 

receiving unadulterated, real time images and not something that 

might have been infiltrated, or a still image with interference. The 

coding system also provides effective protection against any attempt 

to sabotage the video stream, a particularly important consideration 

in open IP networks. VSID ® , with its unambiguous coding 

of the stream, prevents interference affecting the original video signal, 

even if it is provided with an identical video-IP address, or the 

intrusion of a manipulated video signal into a network. VSID ® also 

covers interruptions to the video stream or extended latent periods 

within the network. 

Funkwerk AG, D-Kölleda 


Dr. Marion Behr 

+49 (0)431-2481516 

marion.behr@funkwerk-it.com 

www.funkwerk.com 

VSID functionality 

Funkwerk Information Technologies: Training for 

dispatchers offers interactive learning and exercises 

For training dispatchers in electronic signal boxes Funkwerk IT, DB 

Training and ST&C have together developed a prototype for interactive 

learning and training exercises. The aim is to make signal 

box training more effective and cheaper. To achieve this the Funkwerk 

Operational and Signal Box Simulator BEST has been combined 

with the Learning Management System (LMS) deployed by 

DB Training. This new interactive learning platform enables theoretical 

information to be applied directly in the form of simulated 

training scenarios. Trainees can proceed at their own speed in assimilating 

theoretical content and the use of signal box equipment. 

Until now, depending on the complexity of the signal box system on 

which they were being trained, dispatchers frequently had to first 

go back to basic principles before being able to make full use of the 

simulator. This new training medium ensures significantly improved 

training in signal boxes. 

Funkwerk Information Technologies GmbH, D-Kiel 



+49 (0)431-2481516 


www.funkwerk-it.com 

BEST-LMS learning method 

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Funkwerk Information Technologies Karlsfeld: 

Outdoor passenger information and reliable 

in-train public address systems 

New and efficient 46-inch displays using TFT technology for providing outdoor 

passenger information are being exhibited by Funkwerk ITK at InnoTrans 

2012. With a luminosity of up to 1,500 cd/m² (televisions: 700 cd/ 

m²) they are also easy to read in direct sunlight and at a distance. They 

are protected in accordance with IP54, while the ability to cope with a 

wide temperature range from -20 to +35 desgrees Celsius and their robust, 

non-reflective safety glass with UV and IR coating make them ideal 

for both covered and exposed stations. To provide in-train passenger information 

Funkwerk has developed a new PA and communication system 

(ELA) operating at the SIL2 security level. It conforms to the new European 

directives that are intended to maintain secure communication 

with passengers even in the event of a fire. The new Funkwerk ELA supplements 

the exhibitor’s modern, basic system by the addition of a secure 

monitoring unit. As a result, and despite the additional security that it pro- 

vides, all the usual easy-to-use features, such as availability of the PA system 

in selected sections of the train while it is moving, have been retained. 

Funkwerk Information Technologies Karlsfeld GmbH, 

D-Karlsfeld 



+49 (0)431-2481516 


www.funkwerk-itk.com 

GAI-Tronics: Robust, solar-powered GSM-R telephone 

The British company GAI-Tronics is using InnoTrans 2012 for the 

world debut of its Titan GSM-R telephone. It has been designed 

for outdoor use and is ideal both for permanent or temporary installations. 

The GSM-R terminal and the battery are located inside 

the unit. The main technical features of the Titan include a robust 

high-gain antenna and inductive coupler as standard, a tamperproof 

ten watt solar panel, and a handset with an armoured steel 

cord. This telephone has been designed to operate in a temperature 

range of minus 20 to plus 60 degrees Celsius. With IP65 protection 

the new Titan GSM-R is fully weatherproof. It has a standby 

time of up to 120 hours and, even in the absence of daylight, can 

be operated for up to five hours. It can be remotely configured and 

monitored by SMS. An acoustic testing system is available for automatically 

checking the handset. It uses standard SIM cards, either 

GSM-R or GSM. 

GAI-Tronics, A Division of Hubbell Limited, 

GB-Burton Upon Trent 


Agnese Upeniece 

+44 (0)1283-493209 

aupeniece@gai-tronics.co.uk 

www.gai-tronics.co.uk 

Titan GSM-R telephone 

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GANTREX S.A.: 

RailLok crane rail clamps with double wedge design 

GANTREX ® has launched a new generation of weldable crane rail 

clamps and elastic rail pads. The new products feature some outstanding 

design elements to meet the requirements imposed on 

today’s rails and conveyor systems. One of the main characteristics 

of the RailLok range of welded clamps is its new “Double 

Wedge” design. This ensures simple and secure assembly and an 

effective contact between the rail clamp and the rail foot. The innovative 

shape of the new rail clamps means they can be rapidly 

installed by avoiding two major stages in the process. Firstly the 

upper part of the clamp no longer has to be hammered into place, 

and secondly there is no longer any need to use a torque wrench. 

RailLok clamps are also very compact, with the result that rails 

can also be installed on narrow crane track supports or base plates, 

which also reduces costs. 

RailLok crane rail clamp 

GANTREX S.A., B-Nivelles 


Isabel Perez Llorens 

+49 (0)2408-945462 

isabel.perez@de.gantry.com 

www.gantrex.com 

Elastic rail pads 

GEO DIGITAL: 

GEOPAC CAD system with new track layout module 

The display by GEO DIGITAL GmbH at InnoTrans 2012 includes 

some new features of its GEOPAC CAD system for EliteCAD V12. 

Among them are a completely new track layout module, GEOPAC- 

GRADIENTE. During the planning of rail systems it not only supports 

the planning of the height of an axis but also displays the 

height and position of gradients of parallel or intersecting axes. 

In addition the interface module GEOPAC-DXF has been improved 

to provide a loss-free exchange of data and an innovative LandXML 

interface has been created for a realistic exchange of the 

full range of track layout data between GEOPAC and other software 

and measuring equipment. The new plug-in module allows 

the highly automated generation of digital plug-in data and indexes 

of fixed points along the track. In addition the envelope method 

now also supports 100 per cent low floor, multi-articulated 

vehicles with suspended low-floor centre sections. 

Tram tracks under construction 

GEO DIGITAL GmbH, D-Düsseldorf 


Axel Elmer 

+49 (0)211-5228830 

info@geodigital.de 

www.geodigital.de 

Low floor suburban railway carriage 

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Getzner Werkstoffe: Reducing maintenance 

costs in local public transport 

The Austrian company Getzner Werkstoffe has developed two new systems 

which can be seen at InnoTrans 2012: Embedded Rail und the XT 

mass-spring system. Getzner Embedded Rail is an anti-vibration system 

for local transport as well as an ideal solution for insulating stray current. 

The improved anti-vibration system with tried and tested Sylodyn ® 

components provides equal protection for tracks and roads, thereby reducing 

maintenance costs. Installing this system provides greater passenger 

comfort, and the reduction in vibration and noise is also welcomed 

by those adjacent to the track. Standing water adversely impacts 

on the effectiveness of a mass-spring system. With its XT mass-spring 

system Getzner has now developed a solution that also functions reliably 

over a long period of time, even in water, or where drainage is ineffective 

or even completely absent, as well as when exposed to severe 

climatic conditions. This long term system reduces life cycle costs and 

offers highly effective protection against noise and vibration for trackside 

residents and buildings. 

Getzner Werkstoffe GmbH, A-Bürs 


Andreas Ganahl 

+43 (0)5552-2011862 

andreas.ganahl@getzner.com 

www.getzner.com 

Getzner Embedded Rail 

XT mass-spring system 

Greenbrier Europe: 

Tank wagon for anhydrous hydrogen fluoride 

At InnoTrans 2012 Greenbrier Europe/Wagony Swidnica S.A. is 

presenting the Zacns type tank wagon with a capacity of 72 cubic 

metres and a length of 17.4 m, which has been designed specifically 

for the transport of anhydrous hydrogen fluoride. This is 

a very caustic and toxic fluid and its transport is subject to strict 

requirements analogous to the specifications of RID2011 with regard 

to the transport of gases in liquid form. The wagon is fitted 

with special DN40 PN25 Phoenix valves, complying with the requirements 

of EU Directive 2010/35, a high resistance cap with 

a special interlocking device, tank heads with a minimum thick- 

ness of 12 mm throughout the complete period of operation, and 

IP400AX, AXTONE buffers complying with the requirements of RID 

2011 TE22. The tank wagon also undergoes stress relief heat treatment 

following assembly in order to remove welding stresses. The 

design meets the requirements of the TSI Wagon and EN Series 

12561 standards. 

Greenbrier Europe/ 

Wagony Swidnica S.A., 

PL-Swidnica 

Outdoor display, G1/6 

Thomas Müller 

+49 (0)171-2166898 

thomas.mueller@gbrx.com 

www.gbrx.com 

Zacnas tank wagon 

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HaCon: New trends in passenger information 

The software and consulting specialists from HaCon are presenting numerous 

new projects, features and functions in connection with the 

HAFAS timetable information system and the train planning system TPS 

at InnoTrans 2012. Among the facilities now available with HaCon is the 

option of restricting the search to destinations with a specified maximum 

travelling time from the starting point. Deutsche Bahn is the first German 

customer to incorporate this search function in the HAFAS-based timetable 

information service. Another feature found nowhere else in Germany, 

according to the exhibitor, is the live timetable for the Munich light railway 

system. This innovative real-time service displays the current position 

of all vehicles and is intended to set new standards in passenger 

information and mobile travel planning. HaCon has now created the largest 

integrated RBL system in Europe, HAFAS Smart ITCS. DB bus companies 

are currently equipping their fleets with this open system, which 

is not restricted to any specific platform, and the process will be completed 

by 2014. It is installed on the on-board computers or on an Android 

smart phone to provide reliable connections between buses and trains. 

HaCon Ingenieurgesellschaft mbH, D-Hannover 


Leonie Segermann 

+49 (0)511-33699227 

presse@hacon.de 

www.hacon.de 

DB search within defined area 

Live timetable for Munich light rail system 

Haugg-Industriekühler: 

Cooling panels for hybrid and electric vehicles 

Haugg Group has developed special panels for cooling batteries, 

power converters and other electronic components such as power 

electronics. In the hybrid and electric vehicle sector in particular 

it is important to ensure the effective cooling of batteries because 

their performance is directly related to their operating temperature. 

If the temperature is too high or too low this will have a negative 

impact. The battery coolers ensure that the batteries remain in the 

best possible temperature range. Thermal compensation is achieved 

through the use of efficient cooling panels, cooling them according 

to external conditions but also ensuring that they are maintained 

at the right temperature. In this way the ideal operating temperature 

range can be maintained. Two models are currently available: 

soldered and welded panels, which can be flexibly adjusted to the 

chassis. All models provide a homogenous temperature distribution 

with only a minimal loss of pressure in the coolant. 

Haugg-Industriekühler GmbH, D-Sulz am Neckar 


Jens Petrick 

+49 (0)241-9462958 

j.petrick@haugg-group.com 

www.haugg-group.de 

Battery cooling plate 

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Hepworth Rail International: 

Compatible and functional 

As a leading supplier of Wiper & Wash systems to the global rail 

market English exhibitor Hepworth Rail International is making use 

of InnoTrans 2012 for the official introduction of its latest innovation. 

The fully rail compliant and functional Rain Sensor meets most customers’ 

requirements for the increased number of new driverless 

trains and provides clear view facilities for passengers. This development 

also provides significant benefits and improved operational 

safety for drivers of all new and retrofitted vehicles. This new development 

has been fully tested and approved and is currently on trial 

in Korea. It has also been proposed for further projects both in Europe 

and Australasia. The new railway sensor is part of the exhibitor’s 

continued drive towards development and innovation that meets its 

customers’ requirements and points the way forward. 

Hepworth Rail International, GB-Redditch 


Mark Jones 

+44 (0)7876-564910 

markjones@b-hepworth.com 

www.b-hepworth.com 

Hitachi Zosen: 

Security system with high performance on-board camera 

The four products being presented by the Japanese company 

Hitachi Zosen at the InnoTrans 2012 are on show for the first time 

in Europe. They include the railway security system, which can be 

used to record sound and images and offers enhanced security 

for trains. A choice of two high-performance on-board cameras is 

available. The data obtained with them can be used, for example, 

for the preventive maintenance of overhead power lines. The ability 

to provide very precise images is one of the many advantages 

of the system. As a result accidents can be analyzed in detail, 

for example where lines intersect, on crossings, platforms and 

along tracks. The architecture of the extremely precise DGPS receiver 

from Hitachi Zosen sets it apart from the usual DGPS devices, 

according to the manufacturer. The highly effective tracking system 

provides very precise navigation. This exhibitor is also displaying 

a high precision dual frequency RTK GPS receiver and a 

system for the mass transmission of IP data. 

Hitachi Zosen Corporation, J-Osaka 


Hajime Shibata 

+81 (0)6-65690082 

shibata_h@hitachizosen.co.jp 

www.hitachizosen.co.jp 

Safety system train recorder 

DGPS receiver 

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Höft & Wessel: Stationary e-ticketing validator 

The almex.smarttouch from Höft & Wessel is a high performance, 

contactless ticket reader. With its reserve capacity this very robust, 

stationary terminal for smartcards can be deployed both on- and 

off-line. The validator supports all standard e-ticketing processes 

such as check-in/check-out and various control functions. The ticket 

reader can automatically recognize all the main types of media and 

uses EMV contactless to support payment by credit card. Protected 

by a robust metal casing, the almex.smarttouch can be relied upon 

to function reliably even in challenging outdoor conditions. It can be 

installed on a column, mast or wall. For areas with a high volume of 

through traffic the column is also available to support two units, thereby 

significantly reducing the installation costs for each terminal. 

The quick connection system enables the portable head unit to be rapidly 

replaced without requiring any tools. With the use of standard 

infrastructural interfaces the almex.smarttouch can be adapted to 

any fare and any background system. 

Höft & Wessel AG, D-Hannover 


Arnd Fritzemeier 

+49 (0)511-6102300 

pr@hoeft-wessel.com 

www.hoeft-wessel.com 

almex.smarttouch 

Hypertac: Hypertac’s M12 connector series 

for railway applications 

Hypertac introduces a new range of M12 style connectors. Suitable for 

a wide range of cable diameters up to 10mm, the new Hypertac M12 

connectors allow for a complete 360O of cable screen termination minimising 

the possibility of electrical interference in sensitive applications 

such as GPS and video signal transmission. Furthermore, a unique 

backshell design allows installers complete flexibility to change from a 

straight cable exit to right angled after cable termination and installation. 

Both A and D-coded, free assembled and over moulded versions 

are IP67 sealed when mated and are available with a maximum operating 

voltage of up to 90V, in accordance with NF F 61-030. The socket 

contacts utilise the high reliability Hyperboloid socket technology, 

able to be crimped to cables with cross sections from 0.03 to 1.0mm2 

(AWG32 to AWG18). This design offers substantial improvements over 

alternative technology capabilities in terms of insertion force, mating 

cycles and fretting corrosion resistance in addition to the key requirements 

of high current capability and low contact resistance. 

Hypertac, D-Deggendorf 


Anton Hensler 

+49 (0)9905-8669 

info@hensler-marketing.de 

www.hypertac.com 

M 12 connector 

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IB&T Ingenieurbüro Basedow & Tornow: 

Indicator markings for trains and track 

IB&T GmbH is presenting its new software for use in the planning of 

track installations at InnoTrans 2012: indicator markings for trains and 

track in accordance with the DBAG Directive 800.0110. Indicator lines 

are required for local transport track layout. Ideally 

camber and inclines are measured according to the 

actual speed travelled. The speed-distance diagram 

ensures that cambers are not too excessive and inclines 

are not too long ahead of and following stopping 

points. If this is not the case structural problems can 

arise which have to be dealt with more frequently 

than at other sections of the track. A track layout 

prepared in accordance with speed indicator markings 

therefore saves money. The software is particularly 

effective in connection with the CARD/1 module 

dynamic test. Once radii, cambers and inclines 

have been defined with the aid of the indicator lines, the module examines 

whether all the limiting values have been adhered to. This enables 

planners to arrive at a successful result more quickly and more reliably. 

IB&T Ingenieurbüro Basedow & Tornow GmbH, 

D-Norderstedt 


Antje Schwindt 

+49 (0)40-53412214 

antje.schwindt@card-1.com 

www.card-1.com 

CARD/1 indicator lines 

IBC Wälzlager: Customised linear solutions 

Further refinements to linear and telescopic-linear roller bearings 

are being displayed by IBC Wälzlager GmbH at InnoTrans 2012. They 

provide users with technically optimised solutions, for example for 

door systems, battery boxes and access steps. The new systems 

are mounted on carriages and can extend over longer distances of 

several metres. Equipped with wipers and longitudinally arranged 

sealing lips, these carriages ensure reliable and continuous operation 

even in heavily contaminated areas. Further improvements have 

been made to the running qualities and speed. The various types of 

mounting rails in the form of fixed/floating bearings have the advantage 

of compensating for angular misalignment and permit axial relocatability 

within certain limits. The refinements that have been made 

to the telescopic linear roller bearings are evident in such characteristics 

as flexural rigidity, smooth running and robustness. Heavy 

loads of several hundred kilograms can be raised by up to two metres 

without any significant bending of the telescopic guides. 

Optimised telescopic roller bearings 

IBC Wälzlager GmbH, D-Solms-Oberbiel 


Jens Theissen 

+49-6441-955302 

ibc@ibc-waelzlager.com 

www.ibc-waelzlager.com 

Linear slide with optimised carriage 

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I.Log Iniziative Logistiche: Fully automated container 

trans-shipment underneath overhead power lines 

METROCARGO enables containers, including exchangeable containers, 

to be trans-shipped horizontally underneath overhead power 

lines. The METROCARGO unit is set up parallel with the track and 

enables loading and unloading to be undertaken in a single process 

along the entire length of a train and without requiring the train to 

be split. The fully automated loading process takes about three minutes 

for each unit. This means that an entire freight train can be 

unloaded and reloaded in less than 40 minutes. METROCARGO requires 

no modification of the units being loaded or of the means of 

transport being used, and is fully compatible with other systems. A 

single terminal equipped with METROCARGO technology means that 

a stop-over can be set up, allowing the cost-effective and time-saving 

trans-shipment even of individual transport units, thus becoming 

a hub in a network with numerous branches. The exhibitor’s 

declared aim is to transfer a significant amount of freight from roads 

onto rails using METROCARGO. 

METROCARGO installation 

I.Log Iniziative Logistiche S.R.L., I-Genua 


Ute Ullmann 

+39 (0)10-6520502 

ute.ullmann@ilog.it 

www.ilog.it 

Detailed view of 

METROCARGO 

ISOFLEX: 

Moniflex insulation – even more environmental friendly 

Following further development work Moniflex insulation is now 

even more environmental friendly. The raw material used is a renewable, 

natural cellulose product. All the waste materials generated 

during the production of the foil and of Moniflex insulation 

can be recycled. Surplus material can be composted or incinerated 

without producing any harmful side effects. All the substances 

used in the Moniflex formulation are registered with or approved 

by REACH. At only 13 kg/m 3 volume weight, Moniflex is the lightest 

insulation material that is currently available, but it also offers 

excellent thermal and acoustic properties. No degeneration 

or loss of insulation capacity has been observed during the refurbishment 

of 25-30 year old coaches. Despite the stresses imposed 

by a coach in motion, the rigidity of Moniflex and its method 

of installation ensure that it does not become compacted, a feature 

of fibrous materials which impacts adversely on the insulation 

on areas of the vehicle sides. 

ISOFLEX AB, S-Gustafs 


Paul Wenger 

+46 (0)243-84150 

paul.wenger@isoflex.se 

www.isoflex.se 

Moniflex 

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IVU: Integration of cloud technologies within passenger 

information systems 

With the latest products from its IVU.suite the Berlin software firm 

IVU Traffic Technologies AG is providing integrated solutions for 

transport companies. They extend from planning and supply to operational 

management, ticketing and passenger information, as well 

as transport contract accounting. 

All the products are based on current 

VDV standards and can be integrated 

with a wide range of different 

system environments. The 

use of cloud computing and the 

development of cross-border concepts 

are two of the major current 

trends. The integration of such 

modern technologies as cloud 

computing will in future enable the 

IVU Traffic Technologies AG, 

D-Berlin 


Madlen Dietrich 

+49 (0)30-859060 

madlen.dietrich@ivu.de 

www.ivu.de 

British transport authority Transport for London to make real time data 

available to external users, who will then be able to develop completely 

independent services such as smartphone applications for passenger 

information purposes. 

IVU.suite for public transport 

J&D Electronics: 

Very precise coil winding technology 

The Korean company J&D Electronics specialises in products for 

regulating and measuring electrical components in the rail sector, 

and for obtaining readings of rail track current. For these applications 

this exhibitor supplies split-core transformers for monitoring 

and energy management system, Rogowski coils and very precise 

current and voltage transformers. The exhibits at InnoTrans 2012 

include new current transformers. The iSAST OPEN RCT JRF series 

is notable for its very precise coil winding technology and offers 

precision and quality in the low and high voltage ranges. This 

produces improvements in particular with regard to conductor positioning 

and the influence of external magnetic fields on energy 

meters and other metering systems. The iSAST OPEN CT Low VA 

CT series is designed to be very robust. This series of products reduces 

faults in the low voltage range as well as the faults that occur 

as a result of external vibration and shaking. 

J&D Electronics Co., Ltd, KR-Deokso-ri 


Miju Park 

+82 (0)31-5772280 

power@hqsensing.com 

www.hqsensing.com 

iSAST OPEN CT 

and OPEN RCT 

iSAST HCS 

and OPEN HCS 

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JSC UPEC: Energy-efficient wheelset bearings 

and switchable air conditioning system 

Among the outstanding characteristics of the new, energy-efficient 

CRU DUPLEX HARP and TBU 1520 HARP wheelset bearings are the 

mathematical modelling and the optimised design to meet specific 

operating conditions on 1,520 mm gauge track. As a result the life 

of the axle housing is extended and the influence on wheel wear 

and chassis stability is improved. The KLÜBERPLEX HARP lubricating 

grease, developed in collaboration with Klüber, offers a special 

combination of hard-wearing properties and low temperature resistance 

as well as good hydrodynamic characteristics. The products 

have been developed in collaboration with VNIIZHT, Russia. Also 

making its debut at InnoTrans 2012 is an unusual, 100-per cent ecological 

and highly efficient, switchable, circulating air conditioning 

system from the UPEC Group for installation in passenger carriages. 

In winter one and the same unit can provide heating of up to 60 degrees 

Celsius, air conditioning in the summer, and ventilation during 

the intervening periods. 

JSC UPEC, UA-Kharkiv 


Victoria Rudchenko 

+38 (0)57-7660074 

rudchenko@upec.ua 

www.upec.ua 

TBU 1520 HARP 

Air conditioning system 

JUMO: Halogen-free wheelset temperature sensor 

An improved wheelset temperature sensor using halogen-free materials 

and certificated in compliance with such railway standards 

as IEC/EN 61 373, Cat. 3 is one of the innovations being displayed by 

JUMO at InnoTrans 2012. An application for a European patent has 

also been made for the corrugated tube that provides a more effective 

seal on the sensor head. Another of the highlights of the display 

is the AMTHFs series of thermostats, backed up by many years of 

use, with up to four switch contacts, and available with or without a 

housing. The thermostats have many different applications, for example, 

for monitoring and regulating extinguishing water tanks and 

the cooling of power transformers. The JUMO MIDAS S19 R pressure 

transducer has also been developed specially for use in rail 

vehicles and has been tested to comply with railway standards. It 

is suitable for a variety of applications such as monitoring the pressure 

in compressors and in braking systems. 

JUMO GmbH & Co. KG, D-Fulda 


Susanne Sippel 

+49 (0)661-6003238 

susanne.sippel@jumo.net 

www.jumo.net 

Wheelset temperature 

sensor 

MIDAS SR pressure 

transducer 

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KACO new energy: Charging battery systems 

more efficiently 

KACO new energy has expanded its range of charging rectifiers with the 

addition of a high voltage version, the LGP3001N2-HV. This new model 

charges battery systems efficiently and communicates with the battery 

management system (BMS) or the computer installed on board a train. 

At the present time the LGP3001N2-HV is being trialled with a new kind 

of hybrid train propulsion system. MTU Friedrichshafen GmbH, a subsidiary 

of Tognum, and DB RegioNetz Verkehrs GmbH, a Deutsche Bahn 

subsidiary, are conducting a research project using a railcar fitted with 

the prototype of a hybrid power pack that has been developed by MTU. 

The main purpose of this project is to investigate the re-use of braking 

energy for acceleration and for operating solely on electrical power. The 

LGP3001N2-HV is the intelligent subcomponent used in feeding in power 

at the depot, providing stationary vehicles with the required electrical 

energy. The parallel hybrid system can reduce fuel consumption and carbon 

dioxide emissions by up to 25 per cent. It ensures that railway noise 

levels and emissions are reduced in stations and on inner city routes. 

KACO new energy GmbH, D-Neckarsulm 


Anne Richter 

+49 (0)7132-3818389 

anne.richter@kaco-newenergy.de 

www.kaco-newenergy.de 

LGP3001N2-HV charging rectifier 

Railcar for local services 

Kapsch CarrierCom: Power supply solution 

for places without an electricity supply 

The photovoltaic GSM-R repeater offers an alternative method of supplying 

power, using sunlight to provide an excellent, year-round and 

unrestricted, non-stop management service. This installation is not 

only ideal for sites where there is no electricity supply but can itself 

be used to generate and store electricity, which can then be used in 

other climatically suitable areas. The main advantage is that equipment 

can be operated independently of power suppliers, with associated 

savings in operating costs. In a technical sense the energy 

method of the GSM-R repeaters is deployed as a stand-alone system, 

by means of MPPT technology (Maximum Power Point Tracker) 

with one unit controlling the entire system. All the necessary operating 

conditions and data systems can be monitored either via a screen 

within the building or, just as easily, via remote control using a standard 

web browser. In this way all the required information can be accessed 

immediately. 

Solar repeater 

Kapsch CarrierCom s.r.o., CZ-Praha 


Petr Vitek 

+420 (0)221-466339 

gsm-r_cz@kapsch.net 

www.kapsch.cz 

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KBG Kunststoffbearbeitung: Bogie pivot bearings 

for freight cars 

The latest development in the freight car field is currently a singlepiece 

plastic sliding insert which, in most cases, is pressed into the 

bogie pivot. Once the car body has been placed in position the upper 

pivot rests on the plastic, permitting the pivoting movement while the 

car is in motion. The coefficient of friction and the wear, and consequently 

the functioning and life of the bearing are dependent on the 

plastic material and the condition of the upper pivot. This problem 

does not arise with the two-part bogie pivot bearing made by KBG 

because, in this case, the pivoting movement takes place between 

the two plastic bearings. Among the advantages are a constant coefficient 

of friction, reduced wear and the fact that it can be used to 

replace existing systems. Even after two years use cars fitted with 

the bogie pivot bearings can be expected to continue to run correctly 

and without any problems, as has been confirmed by initial tests carried 

out by ÖBB (Austrian Federal Railways). 

KBG Kunststoffbearbeitungs GmbH, A-Spielberg 


Robert Exel 

+43 (0)664-1222852 

office@exelsolutions.at 

www.kbg.at 

Two-part bogie pivot bearing 

Knorr-bremse systems for rail vehicles: 

Oil-free compressor in a sound capsule 

Knorr-Bremse is exhibiting an interesting sound insulation solution for 

rail vehicles at InnoTrans 2012 in the form of an oil-free compressor 

installed in a sound capsule. A number of measures are used to effectively 

cool and muffle the enclosed compressor. These range from 

a sound trap to insulating materials and a sophisticated sound suppressor. 

The compressor is provided with a special suspension system 

which ensures that hardly any vibration is allowed to escape. All this 

is achieved within a very limited space. The sound capsule surroun- 

ding the compressor also has to be able to resist a number of external 

influencing factors. For example, on the Russian market the capsules 

and compressors have to withstand extreme cold, with temperatures 

that fall to minus 50 degrees Celsius. To prevent the interior of the 

sound capsule from becoming too hot Knorr-Bremse has developed a 

mechanically operated radial ventilator which is connected directly 

to the compressor. As soon as the compressor starts up it automatically 

begins to rotate, carrying hot air from the interior of the capsule. 

Knorr-Bremse, 

D-München 


Silvia Reichert 

+49 (0)89-3547180576 

silvia.reichert@knorr-bremse.com 

www.knorr-bremse.com 

Compressor sound capsule 

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La Farga Lacambra: Wear-resistant copper wire 

EVELEC is a special copper wire made by La Farga Lacambra using 

micro-alloys. These improve wear resistance by between 30 and 50 

per cent compared with the standard products used on conventional 

rail routes. In addition to reducing wear and tear on installations 

they also offer the benefits of superior mechanical performance 

and very good electrical conductivity. Furthermore EVELEC offers 

a much higher annealing temperature than ETP copper and, depending 

on the micro-alloy, superior temperature characteristics to 

CuAg 0.1. This produces outstanding thermal stability, reduced distortion 

and increased durability. In a comparison with copper-silver 

it is clear that EVELEC is ideally suited for use on high speed 

lines, according to the exhibitor. EVELEC contains 99.93 copper. 

Consequently the conductivity of the wire is not significantly affected 

and in fact its mechanical properties are substantially improved. 

La Farga Lacambra, 

ES-Les Masies de Voltregà 


Sònia Torrents 

+34 (0)938-595637 

sonia.torrents@lfg.es 

www.lfl.es 

EVELEC 

LEM Deutschland: Component suite with on-board energy 

meter function 

The latest EM4TII energy meter from LEM is based on the 0.5R ITC 

class which, in addition to the 4,000 ampere version, is now available 

for the 1,000 and 2,000 ampere range, and on the DV current converter. 

The manufacturer reports that this is currently the only suite of 

components with an on-board energy meter function for DC and AC 

rail networks that is fully compatible with prEN50463. LEM products 

can help to accurately meet the demand for new functions such as 

the on-board monitoring of current consumption. At InnoTrans 2012 

this exhibitor is demonstrating to rail industry engineers whose work 

involves rail vehicles as well as sub-stations that a new, versatile 

energy conserving solution can cut consumption by 30 per cent. It 

can be deployed for measuring network voltages as well as for the 

main converter-DC connection on board trains. Through the integration 

of tried and tested, patented insulation technology from LEM this 

voltage converter can offer flexible mechanical properties and a high 

level of performance. 

LEM Deutschland GmbH, D-Groß-Gerau 


Stéphane Rollier 

+41 (0)22-7061449 

sro@lem.com 

www.lem.com 

ITC4000 and ITC2000 

EM4TII energy meter and ITC current converter 

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Lengiprotrans: Processing geological data 

for engineering purposes 

The software systems being exhibited at InnoTrans 2012 by the Russian 

company Lengiprotrans are an in-house development. This applies 

in particular to a solution for designing transport systems and to 

an integrated information system for processing geological data with 

an engineering relevance. These solutions are already being used by 

other planning firms on projects for the Russian rail industry. This exhibitor 

is also participating in the expansion of Russian Railways. Lengiprotrans 

solutions are being used, for example, as the basis for a 

platform for evaluating modern innovative offers, with the aim of boosting 

the efficiency of the Russian rail company RZD. The integrated 

management system also includes certification with regard to quality, 

ecology, health and safety at the workplace – ISO 9001:2008, ISO 

14001:2004 and OHSAS 18001:2007. In 2011 Lengiprotrans was awarded 

the international Golden Chariot prize in the transport sector and 

has become acknowledged as the market leader in the construction 

of transport infrastructure in Russia. 

Lengiprotrans OJSC, RUS-St.-Petersburg 


Kirill Chernakov 

+7 (0)812-3340333 

oma@lgt.ru 

www.lgt.ru 

LPA Group: Matrix of low power chip LEDs 

The display by LPA Excil Electronics at InnoTrans 2012 features its 

LumiMatrix concept and a section of its LED-based Lumi range for 

interior lighting of rail vehicles. This new concept comprises a matrix 

of individual low power chip LEDs attached to a rear panel. On 

the front of the LEDs there is a conventional glass or polycarbonate 

light diffuser. The matrix can be configured to match the intensity of 

the lighting provided by fluorescent lamps. The use of high perfor- 

mance LEDs that can be driven by a very low power source avoids 

any “patchiness” in the light that is emitted, which can be a problem 

when a smaller number of high performance LEDs are used. LumiMatrix 

uses extremely efficient LEDs from a leading manufacturer in order 

to achieve a high colour rendering index and to accurately control 

the colour temperature. LumiMatrix can be used in any form or size, 

as a simple printed board or full luminaire. 

LPA Group Plc, 

GB-Saffron Walden 


Anna Maria Fischer 

+44 (0)1799-512846 

amfischer@lpa-group.com 

www.lpa-group.com 

LumiMatrix 

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LSG Sky Chefs: Innovative on-board service concepts 

This year LSG Sky Chefs is taking part in InnoTrans for the first time 

in its 70-year history. This well-known European travel caterer believes 

that some excellent opportunities exist in the rail sector. Onboard 

service concepts that are tailored to the needs of train operators, 

beginning before passengers board the train and extending 

for the whole duration of the journey right up to the destination, ensure 

that every stage of the journey is enjoyable. 

LSG Sky Chefs has many decades of experience in providing inflight 

services and is represented around the world. This supplier 

is convinced that train operators can benefit just as much from its 

wide-ranging knowledge about culinary trends and equipment design 

and from the additional sales channels and sales possibilities 

offered by these services on board trains. 

Tray Set 

LSG Sky Chefs, D-Neu-Isenburg 


Claudia Ling 

+49 (0)6102-240888 

info@lsgskychefs.com 

www.lsgskychefs.com 

Tray Set 

LTG: Highly inductive metal louvres 

With their narrow, unobtrusive design the LDB series of highly inductive 

louvres from LTG Aktiengesellschaft are ideal for use in rail vehicles. 

The air flow and volume can be individually configured and 

adapted to the differing requirements of areas such as passenger 

compartments, entry areas, restaurants or drivers’ cabs. With their 

highly inductive combination of individual jets in the immediate vicinity 

of the outlet they guarantee a steady flow of air accompanied 

by a high degree of thermal comfort with rapid cooling. LDB louvres 

operate very quietly and can also be used where room height is restricted. 

Even if the incoming air is at a low temperature condensation 

is unlikely to form. The Type LDB 12/8, which has already proved 

its effectiveness, has highly inductive outlets made of aluminium 

combined with flame-proof plastic. A new product being displayed 

by LTG at the fair is the vandal-proof, non-inflammable LDB 12/M LTG 

System clean ® made entirely of metal. 

LTG Aktiengesellschaft, 

D-Stuttgart 


Jasmin Heinzelmann 

+49 (0)711-8201149 

heinzelmann@ltg-ag.de 

www.ltg-ag.de 

LDB 12/M LTG System clean louvre 

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Lütze Transportation: 

A modular system for increased safety 

The modular, decentralised structure of the remote I/O system LION 

from Lütze Transportation enables analogue and/or digital safety and 

non-safety subassemblies to be operated together on one and the 

same bus. It eliminates the need for a separate network installation 

for processing signals which may be important for safety reasons. 

A further advantage: safety I/O process modules can be installed in 

LION at a later date. Due to the modular structure of LION, depending 

on the particular task, a wide variety of different modules such as power 

supplies, bus couplers and digital and analogue input and output 

modules can be connected and various functionalities can be combined. 

Consequently only those modules need to be installed that are 

actually required for the respective field of applications. Up to 32 I/O 

modules are available in an almost unlimited choice of combinations. 

The LION remote I/O system supports all commercially available bus 

systems from CAN-bus to MVB as well as the ethernet protocol – CIP, 

IPTCOM and PROFINET. 

Lütze Transportation GmbH, D-Weinstadt 


Wolfram Hofelich 

+49-(0)7151-6053377 

wolfram.hofelich@luetze.de 

www.luetze-transportation.de 

LION remote I/O system 

M+S Silicon: Silicon that withstands mechanical stresses 

Silicon is a high performance material which has evolved from purely 

a niche product in the construction of rail vehicles and is now in regular 

use, to a large extent because of the contribution it makes to safety. 

This is because it does not cause smoke and soot when burnt, unlike 

different forms of rubber, (e.g. EPDM, NBR and SBR), which consist 

largely of carbon. The density of the flue gas produced by burning silicon 

is very low, and it is not toxic, indicating that it contains no halogen. 

The silicon made by this exhibitor also complies with the strictest 

industrial standards for the rail sector, such as NF F 16 101 (smoke 

category F0), CEN/TS 45545 (HL1), DIN 5510 (S4 SR2 ST2) and BS 6853, 

in some cases even when used to make foam material. The combinations 

produced by this Dortmund-based company have succeeded in 

overcoming the final disadvantage of these flame-inhibiting and safe 

materials: their limited resistance to mechanical stresses. The innovative 

FLEXCOMP® basic types made by this exhibitor now offer far 

more possibilities for designers to create covered and see-through 

components in traction units and rolling stock. 

M+S Silicon GmbH & Co. KG, D-Dortmund 


Dr. Jürgen Weidinger 

+49 (0)231-96789016 

juergenweidinger@ms-silicon.de 

www.ms-silicon.de 

Seals for window and skylight frames in carriages 

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MAN Truck & Bus: Efficient motors with increased 

performance spectrum for railway use 

MAN Truck & Bus AG is presenting its two new and highly efficient 

motors for the railway industry for the first time at InnoTrans 2012: 

the twelve cylinder D2862 LE63x and six cylinder D2876 LUE63x. 

With these two motors this exhibitor is meeting current customer 

requirements for improved performance. With the D2862 LE63x, a 

completely new development, the manufacturer can offer a highly 

efficient twelve cylinder motor for railway use, with an output ranging 

from 588 to 735 kilowatts (800 to 1,000 bhp) running at 2,100 rpm. 

The exhibitor emphasises that the D2876 LUE63x is one of the most 

compact motors in its class. Compared with the preceding model 

this highly efficient MAN power unit also has an improved output 

range of 390 kilowatts (530 bhp) at 1,800 rpm, obtained from a engine 

displacement of 12.8 litres. On its stand in Hall 20 at InnoTrans 

MAN is exhibiting one example of each motor, the D2862 LE63x and 

the D2876 LUE63x. 

D2862 LE63x twelve cylinder motor 

MAN Truck & Bus AG, D-Nuremberg 


Florian Schaffelhofer 

+49 (0)911-4206392 

florian.schaffelhofer@man.eu 

www.man-engines.com 

D2876 LUE63x six cylinder motor 

Marioff Corporation: 

Spray nozzle with increased flexibility 

A new HI-FOG ® fold-out spray nozzle and an improved fold-out 

sprinkler are being displayed at InnoTrans 2012 by Marioff Corporation, 

a leading manufacturer of fine spray systems for combatting 

fires. This patented design provides for increased flexibility and 

offers a number of other advantages in actively dealing with fires 

on board trains. In the standby position the nozzle folds away beneath 

a protective panel which conceals it and provides a smooth 

surrounding area. This reduces the risk of vandalism and creates 

a more pleasant overall appearance. Customers can choose between 

a spray head or sprinkler, both of which are fitted with special 

fold-out Marioff nozzles. One of the main motivations for this 

development was an Italian law, the Decreto Gallerie, which stipulates 

that all rail vehicles coming into service after April 2011 have 

to be equipped with active fire-fighting systems. 

Spray nozzle 

Marioff Corporation Oy, FIN-Vantaa 


Francesco Capuzzi 

+39 02-33915300 

francesco.capuzzi@marioff.it 

www.marioff.com 

Sprinkler 

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Martek Power: 

On-board PCI power adapter for railway applications 

The Powertron ® -CPCIR series of DC/DC converters is being displayed 

by Martek Power for the first time at InnoTrans 2012. With a 

maximum output of 100 watts this series has been specially designed 

to comply with EN50155. This is of particular interest to those 

customers needing to supply power to on-board computer applications. 

The standard three-way output power adapters have an input 

of 72/110 and 24/36 VDC and provide outputs of 5.1, 3.3 and 12 volts. 

In accordance with the standard cPCI profile these are convectioncooled 

units that can be operated for ten minutes at between -40 

and +70 degrees Celsius at up to +85 degrees Celsius without cutting 

out (EN50155 temperature category TX). Their main features are 

their high efficiency levels and a back-up time of ten milliseconds 

for the rated voltage. With a height of three U an evenly coated circuit 

board and EMC-screen front panel and ejector are standard 

features of the CPCIR series. 

Martek Power, GB-Knapwell 


Mike Carter 

+44 (0)1954-267726 

mike.carter@martekpower.co.uk 

www.martekpower.com 

Powertron CPCIR power adapter 

MASATS: Fully automated retractable step 

The new SF1 electric retractable step from MASATS is used to bridge 

gaps and enables people with special needs to board rail vehicles. 

Its horizontal movement is fully automatic and it is provided with a 

built-in position sensor to enable it to be easily adjusted to the necessary 

limit stops without external intervention. The SF1 can automatically 

determine the gap between the rail vehicle and the platform. It 

is set into the floor and is very compact, with a height of just 90 mil- 

limetres, which also enables it to be used with retractable doors. The 

maximum extension is 500 and the standard width is 1,300 millimetres. 

However, the width can be adapted to meet specific customer requirements. 

The safety systems include a sensitive leading edge and a 

non-slip surface. The system can be operated manually in an emergency 

and can also be reset. Power is transmitted via a ball screw, 

making the system very reliable and robust. 

MASATS S.A., 

ES-Sant Salvador de Guardiola 


Mar Alapont 

+34 (0)93-8352900 

mar.alapont@masats.es 

www.masats.es 

SF1 retractable step 

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Mechan: Control system for lifting devices 

This British specialist for depot maintenance equipment, Mechan, 

is presenting its new Micro-Link control system for lifting jacks at 

this year’s InnoTrans. Based in Sheffield, this manufacturer has designed 

a new control system that provides an ideal solution, both 

technically and commercially, for the synchronised lifting of a wide 

range of rail vehicles. The latest advances have enabled Mechan 

to install the largest individual system of lifting jacks in the UK at the 

Alstom transport and train maintenance centre near Manchester. 

Custom software enables up to 44 lifting jacks to be operated simultaneously 

without any compromises in flexibility. Mechan has earned 

a reputation for such equipment. The lifting jacks can be linked 

together and operated from any point using a single cable. The new 

touch-screen panel provides continuous feedback during the maintenance 

process. 

Micro-Link 

controller 

Micro-Link 

screenshot 

Mechan Limited, GB-Sheffield 


Richard Carr 

+44 (0)114-2570563 

richard.carr@mechan.co.uk 

www.mechan.co.uk 

Mercedes-Benz: 

Shunting and snow clearance with the same vehicle 

With a newly designed powertrain which, along with the torque converter 

clutch for pulling heavy loads, also includes a crawler gear 

for very slow operating speeds, in its configuration as a professional 

shunter the Unimog U 400 can now be deployed with a centrifugal 

snow clearance unit for use on road or rails. With a system for 

the rapid installation and removal of the snow-clearing unit this dualpurpose 

Unimog can also be converted very quickly for clearing snow 

from level crossings or industrial roadways. The snow clearance unit 

is powered by a mechanical, front-mounted power take-off which can 

be factory-installed. Another world first on the Mercedes-Benz stand 

at InnoTrans is the tramrail cleaning vehicle. With its newly developed 

rail guidance system even the Unimog with 3,600 millimetre wheelbase 

and larger body can manage much tighter curves. 

Mercedes-Benz Special Trucks, 

D-Wörth am Rhein 

Outdoor display G4/12 

Holger Doth 

+49 (0)7271-717919 

holger.doth@daimler.com 

www.mercedes-benz.com 

Shunting vehicle with snow clearance unit 

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MESIT pristroje spol.: 

Robust fuel gauge 

The LM1.2 fuel gauge has been designed mainly for use in the tanks 

of road vehicles. This device enables continuous readings to be made 

of the levels of diesel, biodiesel or oil. This capacitive gauge can also 

be used in stationary tanks, storage containers and pools. On vehicles 

it is installed vertically in the upper part of the tank by tightening 

the flange for the measuring transducer in the 30 millimetre diameter 

tank opening. This method of attachment to the tank complies with 

the SAE5 industrial standard. Because it does not have any moving 

parts and is easy to install this device is very robust. When it is being 

installed its length can also be reduced. Other advantages include the 

very precise measuring accuracy, taking into account the dielectric 

properties of the medium in which it is being used, and the possibility 

of connecting the LM1.2 to a network for multiple tank solutions. 

MESIT pristroje spol. s r.o., CZ-Uherske Hradiste 


Jaroslav Hovorka 

+420 (0)572-522514 

j.hovorka@msp.mesit.cz 

www.mesit.biz 

LM1.2 fuel gauge 

Metawell: 

Extremely strict weight specifications 

At the beginning of 2011 this exhibitor was awarded a contract by 

Siemens to supply major components for fitting out the interiors of 

the RZD sleeper car. Metawell ® aluminium sandwich panels will 

be used for the approx 20 m long by 2.50 m high longitudinal partitions 

and the ten compartment doors. The lightweight construction 

of these panels enables the extremely strict weight specifications to 

be complied with. Other major items features of the contract were 

the need to adhere to Russian and European fire safety regulations 

and the use of modern and ecologically sustainable materials. Another 

notable characteristic of the Metawell ® panels is their suitability 

for the application of powder coatings. This produces a more 

even surface with greater resistance to scratching and to cleaning 

agents. The exhibitor installs all the components prior to delivery 

and is consequently able to supply a ready-to-install system. This 

significantly reduces assembly times at the Siemens plant in Vienna. 

Metawell GmbH, D-Neuburg/Donau 

Hall 3.1, Booth 232b 

Katharina Schmidt 

+49 (0)8431-6715770 

k.schmidt@metawell.com 

www.metawell.com 

Metawell aluminium sandwich panels 

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MeteoGroup Deutschland: 

Customised weather forecasts 

It is particularly important in the winter to be aware of the onset of 

bad weather as soon as possible and to be able to take preventive 

measures. Exhibiting for the first time at InnoTrans, MeteoGroup provides 

specific weather forecasts which are particularly relevant for 

the operation and maintenance of rail networks. For example, in the 

autumn predictions about leaf fall and adhesion problems, and about 

the icing up of points and power lines in winter, as well as the depth 

of snow and drifting, help to ensure the safety of passengers and 

avoid delays. Railway operations and maintenance work can also 

be affected in summer by thunderstorms, heavy rain, squalls and excessive 

heat. Warnings of bad weather, forecasts of precipitation 

and warnings about overheating of rails help to identify any weather-related 

risks well in advance and enable countermeasures to 

be undertaken. Data from MeteoGroup can be obtained from an easily 

accessible online portal or incorporated as a data feed directly 

into one’s own IT system. 

MeteoGroup Deutschland GmbH, D-Berlin 


Anne-Kerstin Tschammer 

+49 (0)30-60098182 

a.tschammer@meteogroup.de 

www.meteogroup.de 

Metsä Wood: Effective sound insulation in vehicles 

The Metsä Wood range of sound insulation products includes three 

new birch-plywood panels: Sonex, Sonex Light and Sonex Double. 

The manufacturer reports that they provide effective sound insulation 

for floors and partitions on buses and trains. Sonex is the name 

given to the plywood panels made of a sandwich composite incorporating 

the sound-absorbing material Isokon in order to improve the 

insulating properties. They are a particularly effective means of reducing 

engine noise on large vehicles. Sonex Light panels have the 

same structure as Sonex panels but also have an additional layer 

of cork and rubber, known as Amorim, for enhanced sound insulation. 

Sonex Double combines the best properties of Sonex Light and 

Sonex. Consequently Sonex Double provides very good sound insulation 

at both high and low frequencies. With its Phoenix range of 

products this Finnish company is introducing its new fire-inhibiting 

birch-plywood panels, which have a flame-retardant aluminium surface 

and also have good sound-insulating properties. 

Sonex Light 

Metsä Wood, FIN-Lahti 


Maria Grahl 

+358 (0)1046-50343 

maria.grahl@metsagroup.com 

www.metsawood.com 

Sonex Double 

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MISA: Technical shelters for the rail sector 

MISA is displaying its pre-assembled technical shelters for use 

on the railways for the first time at InnoTrans 2012. They contain 

or protect the electronic installations used to manage railway 

ground signalling and for implementing radio links for the exchange 

of data and information. These shelters are manufactured 

using the patented Misa Vacuum System (MVS), whereby polyurethane 

is vacuum-injected into the panel. This technology minimises 

the impact of temperature changes on the installations inside 

the housing. A steel structure provides the support and the design 

can resist the deformation caused by a train travelling at 300 k/h 

at a distance of three metres. The heavy duty technical specifications 

of MISA shelters make them ideal for all kinds of applications 

where high levels of insulation, the good mechanical strength 

of the structure, flexibility of use and installation, and low maintenance 

costs are required. 

Shelters for the rail sector 

MISA srl, I-Pomezia 


Arianna Colecchia 

+39 (0)02-43910069 

acolecchia@lbdi.it 

www.misashelter.com 

Shelters for the rail sector 

MKE Austria: Points actuator for cable-less operation 

The Austrian company MKE-Bahntechnik has its own development 

department and has made further refinements to its tried and tested 

AH950 points actuator. The new AH950 USV model has been 

designed for cable-less operation in all those applications where 

a connecting cable cannot or must not be laid. The basic technology 

from the tried and tested model ensures the trouble-free, economical 

deployment of this new development. Among its many advantages 

are its modular construction, patented four-way system 

for securely fixing it in its final position, an automatic fault 

indicator, a wide range of applications and positively 

driven limit and monitoring switch. The new points 

actuator has been designed for high speed trains 

travelling at up to 350 kph and can be deployed in a 

number of different situations. It is suitable for use 

with local and long distance services, industrial applications, ports 

and shunting yards. Maintenance can be carried out by one person. 

Licensing has been granted by EBA and other institutions, thereby 

enabling it to be deployed around the world. 

MKE Austria, 

A-Heidenreichstein 


Stefan Weinstabl 

+43 (0)676-89224531 

s.weinstabl@mke.co.at 

www.mke.co.at 

AH950 USV points actuator 

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MöllerWerke: 

Multilayer silicon-Nomex fabric 

MöllerWerke, based in Bielefeld, develops and manufactures drive 

motor ventilator bellows under the brand name möllerbalg ® . It is presenting 

the latest model of bellows for the first time at InnoTrans 

2012. Its advantages include a multilayer material made of silcon- 

Nomex fabric, an in-house development. The well-defined, permanent 

folds ensure the specific movement of the bellows. The external 

contour is fully enclosed and, unlike conventional ventilation 

bellows for drive motors, has no seams, a result of the use of vulcanised 

seals. Other advantages include the gas-tight seal and 

stability when subjected to excess internal pressure, due to the 

external rings embedded in the folds. The new bellows are also 

chemical- and wear-resistant, not affected by external impact, and 

very long-lasting. 

3D depiction of 

drive motor 

ventilation bellows 

MöllerWerke GmbH, D-Bielefeld 


Dr. Horst Lappert 

+49 (0)521-4477310 

horst.lappert@moellergroup.de 

www.moellerwerke.de 

Drive motor ventilator bellows on a workshop test bench 

Moviken-SLE: Stand-alone 

passenger information and navigation system 

The many years of experience gained by Moviken-SLE in the field of 

service management and information systems, allied to the know-how 

of Moviken in the area of cartography, have enabled the development 

of an autonomous on-board passenger information and navigation 

system: Navibus. This offers provides bus and train passengers with 

one or more super-wide high resolution TFT screens. The visual displays 

are supplemented by audio channels for voice announcements, 

with separate channels for interior and exterior announcements. In 

addition to the information normally transmitted to the traveller, the 

Navibus screens also provide passengers with an inter-active and 

multi-scale diagram of the line, with a display sequence showing the 

current position of the vehicle and a cartographic check-back to the 

passenger’s first search entry. These navigation applications are the 

exhibitor’s response to the growing demand for information on the 

part of passengers. 

Moviken-SLE, F-Biot 


Ian Day 

+44 (0)781-4842556 

iday@moviken-sle.com 

www.moviken-sle.com 

Navibus 

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Multi-Contact Deutschland: 

Designed for challenging applications 

This exhibitor has designed its new, high performance Modular Power 

Connector (MPC) for supplying power to the electrical drive train 

of rail vehicles. Among its uses are to create contacts with transformers, 

traction motors, rectifiers and batteries as well as for carrying 

power between carriages. With ratings of 3.600 V and up to 700 

A it is also suitable for many other industrial high current and high 

voltage uses. The robust plug-in connector with IP66/IP67 protection 

when plugged in is designed for demanding applications with 

over 500 insertion and withdrawal cycles. A variety of different insulators 

is available, all of them compatible, for various contact diameters 

and cable cross sections of 10 to 240 mm. Up to 15 modules 

can be combined. Optional coding prevents voltage reversal. Because 

the MPC has been developed for use in extreme conditions 

on the railways its features include vibration- and shock-proofing in 

accordance with EN 61373 and corrosion-resistance (240 h salt spray 

test) in accordance with EN 60068-2-11. 

Multi-Contact Deutschland GmbH, D-Weil am Rhein 


Nadja Hörning 

+49 (0)7621-667104 

n.hoerning@multi-contact.com 

www.multi-contact.com 

Modular Power Connector 

NEEL: Avoiding accidents with wild animals 

The UOZ-1 is a device from the Polish company NEEL for protecting 

against wild animals which, if allowed to wander onto railway 

tracks, could cause accidents. It uses acoustic signals to 

prevent animals from crossing the track shortly before a train arrives. 

This new system from NEEL has been constantly monitored 

to ensure its reliability. Compared with other forms of protection 

available on the market the UOZ-1 offers a number of decisive advantages, 

according to the exhibitor. Among these are its environmental 

compatibility and the fact that it does not impact on any 

biotope. The manufacturer also points out that the UOZ-1 achieves 

its effect by activating the natural and genetically programmed 

defence mechanisms of animals. The device generates special, 

logically constructed warning tones that alert the animals 

acoustically to the danger. 

UOZ-1 installed trackside 

NEEL Sp. z o.o., PL-Warszawa 


Marta Kieszkowska 

+48 (0)22-6484130 

marta.kieszkowska@neel.com.pl 

www.neel.com.pl 

UOZ-1 installation 

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NewRail: Lightweight, crash-resistant drivers’ cabs 

NewRail, the railway research centre at Newcastle University, has 

been collaborating with Bombardier Transportation and AP&M and 

has recently constructed a technology demonstrator for a lightweight, 

crash-proof driver’s cab for rail vehicles. The main cabin 

structure of the finished prototype, designated the “D-CAB”, incorporates 

modern sandwich material technology and systems to absorb 

the impact in the event of a collision. The resulting design is 

lighter than the customary steel frame cab and comprises fewer 

individual parts, but still achieves the save levels of performance 

in the core areas of load testing and collision safety. In addition to 

low operating energy consumption and reduced operating costs, 

the low weight and integrated character of the D-CAB model also 

enables cost savings to be achieved during assembly and installation. 

A second, improved prototype will also be used for comprehensive 

accident testing. 

NewRail, GB-Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle Centre 

for Railway Research Faculty of Science, 

Agriculture and Engineering Newcastle University 


Conor O’Neill 

+44 (0)191-2223973 

conor.oneill@ncl.ac.uk 

www.ncl.ac.uk/newrail 

D-CAB 

NEXCOM: Train-mounted computer for checking rails 

and for monitoring systems 

Compatible with EN50155, the non-ventilated nROK 3000 computer 

provides a solid basis for checking the condition of the track 

and for monitoring rail vehicles, explains the developer, NEXCOM. 

It can effectively cope with interference voltages and power cuts 

as well as ambient influences, vibration or collisions and is suitable 

for input voltages of 24 to 110 volts. Its innovative design, with 

front I/O, configuration options, variable memory and IP65 rated 

housing is intended to facilitate installations, maintenance and upgrades. 

LAN and USB ports support remote and local access. The 

nROK 3000 also has numerous I/O options, network connections, 

expanded functionalities and a GPS function. Driver can therefore 

interrogate the real time status of electrical equipment and overlook 

the moving train from the cab. NEXCOM is also demonstrating 

its latest on-board computer for trains, the nROK 5000/5500, 

at InnoTrans 2012. 

NEXCOM GmbH, D-Munich 


Stephen Ritchie 

+44 (0)1908-267121 

steve.ritchie@nexcom.eu 

www.nexcom.com 

nROK 3000 on-board train computer 

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NextSense measurement and testing systems: 

Contactless measurement of profiles in confined spaces 

NextSense Mess- und Prüfsysteme GmbH manufactures contactless 

systems for measuring profiles in the railway and automotive sectors 

and is using InnoTrans 2012 to introduce its easy-to-use measuring 

device for use in confined spaces. These include a small sensor for 

the Calipri measuring device, which has been on the market for some 

considerable time already.. The new, smaller Calipri sensor is the first 

easy-to-use system for measuring the wear on the wheel profiles of 

low-floor vehicles. To carry out a measurement the user holds the sensor, 

moving it over the wheel profile. The intelligent image processing 

system continuously records small sections of the item being measured, 

and combines them. Patents have been applied for a system 

which has been developed to eliminate the need to maintain the sensor 

at a precise distance and angle. With its so-called tilt corrector 

and its contactless operation the Calipri is much more reliable than 

conventional scanning methods, and its readings can be reproduced 

more effectively too. 

NextSense Mess- und Prüfsysteme GmbH, A-Graz 


Christoph Böhm 

+43 (0)699-12324033 

christoph.boehm@nextsense.at 

www.nextsense.at 

Size comparison 

of Calipri sensors 

Contactless wear measurement 

Norgren: Innovative compressed air dryer 

and mechanical pressure switch 

Norgren, a well-known supplier of pneumatic motion and fluid control 

technology, is using InnoTrans 2012 to present some newly developed 

technology for the rail sector for the first time. Among this exhibitor’s 

highlights are an innovative compressed air dryer, a freeze protection 

valve, a mechanical pressure switch a minimum pressure valve and 

an electric contactor solenoid valve. The Norgren air dryer is based 

on AMT (adsorbent media tube) technology and offers an average 

service-free life of six years as well as improved drying performance. 

The freeze protection valve protects on-board water systems from 

frost damage and has been designed specifically for extreme environments 

in order to reduce service intervals, thereby cutting costs. 

Norgren is presenting its curved door actuator for the first time in Europe 

at this trade show. The display also features a successful high 

flow precision pantograph regulator that performs very effectively 

even under extreme conditions. 

Freeze 

protection valve 

Norgren Ltd., GB-Lichfield 


Luke Bull 

+44 (0)121-4548181 

luke@wyattinternational.com 

www.norgren.com 

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NORIS: Robust protective tube with rotatable sensors 

The sensor technology on gearboxes and motors and installed underfloor 

is exposed to very demanding conditions. The cables in particular 

often form a weak point. In 2010 NORIS first displayed an unusual 

protective tube designed for use under the most demanding 

conditions. At the time it was still in the experimental stage, but NO- 

RIS is now presenting a production-ready version of this system. It 

has been installed in many applications and because it is so resistant 

to vibration, shock, temperature extremes or the impact of stones or 

ice, it is increasingly replacing the corrugated tubing that has been 

in use until now. It can be used to protect the cables connecting individual 

rev counters and temperature sensors as well as entire, combined 

sensor systems. Each group of sensors is individually adapted 

to the surrounding area. All sensors are mounted in such a way that 

they can be rotated by 360 degrees, thereby enabling the water- and 

pressure-tight cable loom to be adapted to the individual surrounding 

conditions when it is being installed, and ensuring that it is free 

from any torsional stresses. 

NORIS Group GmbH, D-Nuremberg 


Bernd Bärreis 

+49 (0)911-3201114 

bernd.baerreis@noris-group.com 

www.noris-group.com 

Protective tube with rotatable sensors 

Protective tube with three temperature sensors 

OEM Technology Solutions: Interface 

for the programmable controller for the PC3 series 

The web-teso software module allows users of the PC3 Series programmable 

controller to create their own powerful and intuitive 

web pages. These web pages reside within the PC3 controller and 

can be served to any secure computer worldwide – providing the 

perfect platform for railway automation, condition monitoring, datalogging, 

and maintenance projects. The programmable, web-based 

web-teso interface provides an easy- to-use software development 

module for real time monitoring and control of the pages, as well 

as of trends, events, data-logs, direct-to-disk recording and all PC3 

configuration services. The web-teso interface can change languages 

with a single mouse-click and, when combined with the global 

reach of today’s international communications services, the PC3 

Controller, configured with web-teso, provides an international automated 

platform for the international railway industry. 

PC3010 

OEM Technology Solutions, 

AUS-Artarmon 


Andrea Brown 

+61 (0)2-99669424 

andrea.brown@oem.net.au 

www.oem.net.au 

Web Interface 

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Officine Mario Dorin: 

Coolant compressor with 30 per cent weight reduction 

As part of its efforts to maintain a competitive edge Dorin has developed 

its semi-hermetic coolant compressor with an eye on the characteristic 

properties of new coolants and the market requirements for 

improved efficiency and reduced noise. Its HAL products are primarily 

intended for use in the transport sector and with their four cylinder 

compressors they are based on the H35 and H41 product ranges. 

As part of a concerted effort to reduce weight the heads, crankcase 

and casings are made of aluminium. The HAL range offers a stroke 

volume of 19.29 to 63.76 m³/h and a rated output of between 4.5 and 22 

hp. The main characteristics of the new Dorin compressors include a 

30 per cent weight reduction, variable speed output and a wide frequency 

range, significantly reduced vibration, achieved by improved 

compensation of the flywheel mass, and a high performance coefficient, 

as a result of fluid-dynamic optimisation of the internal flow 

paths, highly efficient motors and high-tech components. 

Officine Mario Dorin S.p.A., I-Compiobbi 


Massimo Casini 

+39 (0)055-62321239 

m.casini@dorin.com 

www.dorin.com 

HAL series 

compressors 

Omnicom Engineering: 

Automatic detection of defects 

Building on the success of its Visual Inspection products Omni- 

Vision ® , a registered trademark of Omnicom Engineering Limited, 

takes its basic visual inspection to the next technological level. OmniVision® 

enables automatic detection of certain types of defects 

and can therefore be used to improve the quality and reliability of 

inspections. Its benefits include improved safety management by 

reducing the frequency of direct track inspections, a digital record 

of existing track infrastructure, and the qualitative and auditable 

assessment of the infrastructure. It is also possible to build up a 

comprehensive knowledge database of track defects and their 

location, and to improve management information about the status 

and condition of the infrastructure network. In the inspection 

process several high speed linescan cameras can capture data 

at speeds in excess of 160 km/h and thermal cameras are used to 

record the temperature of the rails. 

OmniVision 

system 

installation 

Omnicom Engineering Limited, GB-York 


Sky Lakey 

+44 (0)1904-771989 

sky.lakey@omnicomengineering.co.uk 

www.omnicomengineering.co.uk 

OmniVision software 

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OTN Systems: 

Communication network for railway applications 

OTN Systems is presenting the new XTRAN product line at InnoTrans 

2012. This is the first railway-grade communications network based 

on MPLS-TP technology (Multi Protocol Label Switching-Transport 

Profile). XTRAN is a compact modular node family which can be installed 

on DIN rails and can interconnect all railway applications, 

including those that are operation-critical, via over fibre optic and 

copper cabling. It allows the creation of reliable, multi-functional 

backbone networks in various topologies. The standard technology 

employed enables the problem-free replacement of existing or outdated 

networks, providing the same or better specifications in terms 

of protection and predictability, as well as the ability to handle the 

increasing amount of packet switched traffic generated by modern 

devices for signalling, trackside applications and operational communications. 

The XTRAN network is centrally managed. 

OTN Systems NV, B-Olen 


Griet De Schrijver 

+32 (0)478-666395 

griet.de_schrijver@otnsystems.com 

www.otnsystems.com 

Otto Christ: Perfect cleaning results whatever 

the contours of the train 

The display by Otto Christ AG at InnoTrans 2012 provides details about 

its newest outdoor rail vehicle cleaning installations and concepts 

and the outstanding exhibit is the Opti 3D. This new system uses a 

single brush to wash the front, back, roof and door areas of rolling 

stock. As its name suggests, this product is ideal for every type of 

train contour. Like the exhibitor’s existing horizontal brush the height 

of the Opti 3D can be adjusted to swivel horizontally from its starting 

position of zero degrees to as much as 135 degrees. It can also be 

inclined from a horizontal angle of zero degrees to a vertical angle 

of approximately 80 degrees. As a result this roller brush can reach 

every part of the front and rear of vehicles, whether they are pointed 

or rounded, as well as sloping roofs. A separate roller was previously 

needed to perform these tasks. The machinery therefore 

does not need to be so high, enabling a greater length to be cleaned 

while using less space. 

Otto Christ AG, Wash Systems, D-Memmingen 

Hall 7.2b, Booth 112 

Manuela Wörle 

+49 (0)8331-857180 

mwoerle@christ-ag.com 

www.christ-ag.com 

C5400 Train wash 

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PC-Soft: 

Logistical solution for efficient rail freight transport 

zedas ® cargo 3.0 combines and supports operational and commercial 

processes, thereby making highly efficient controlling functions 

possible which can also be executed automatically. Costs 

and services can be clearly shown, deviations from actual planning 

can be identified at an early stage and alternatives can be 

considered. This solution supports 

rail transport companies in considering 

a variety of different calculations 

when preparing to submit 

tenders. Specified train journeys 

are automatically rolled out from 

contracts and incorporated in a sequential 

plan for locomotives and 

personnel. This involves scrutiny of 

the availability of locomotive, personnel 

and route resources. 

PC-Soft GmbH, D-Senftenberg 


Ulrike Gollasch 

+49 (0)3573-707518 

ugollasch@pcsoft.de 

www.pcsoft.de 

The central graphical surface forms the basis for operational control. 

Deviations from planning are displayed, enabling corrective measures 

to be undertaken in good time. Services fulfilled in the course of 

operations are shown in the order that they occur and form the basis 

for subsequent financial evaluation. 

zedascargo 3.0 

PIT: Easy to maintain, process-optimised and flexible 

EFT-NGTM is an innovative plug-and-use system for controlling 

strip-type heaters with a feedback loop. Its main characteristics 

are its process optimisation, easy maintenance and extreme flexibility. 

The hardware structure is another major advantage. This modular 

monitoring and control system enables up to ten different function 

modules to be connected up to 

one another in a variety of combinations 

in a supply monitoring unit. The 

use of EFT-NGTM makes the monitoring 

of self-limiting strip-type heaters 

very easy. The EFT-NGTM is a central 

monitoring and control unit with a 

common diagnostic output. With the 

improved diagnostic capabilities of 

the new system there is no longer 

any need for a complicated search for the source of the fault. The 

EFT-NGTM enables the temperature and other tolerance limits to be 

controlled and monitored with sensors. The new AFS, FS+ strip-type 

heaters and other qualities provide a robust, self-limiting heating system 

for points, third rails and other railway applications. 

PIT GmbH, D-Oberdreis 


Anke Kuderski 

+49 (0)2684-979050 

anke.kuderski@pit-partner.de 

www.pit-partner.de 

EFT-NG plug-and-use system 

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Powerlines Group: 

Eco-friendly third rail system 

Precision and environmental friendliness are among the main characteristics 

of the new third rail systems from the Powerlines Group. 

The aluminium live rail has very good running properties and improves 

the technical performance of the installations. Moreover all 

the component used are fully recyclable. In accordance with customers’ 

specific requirements this group of companies also manufactures 

high quality plastic components, including individual 

protective covers and live rail insulators. Planning, development, 

supply, assembly, start-up and maintenance of third rail installations 

all come from a single source. The exhibitor points out that there 

is effective integration of all stages, ensuring an outstanding, long 

lasting live rail system. In the Local Transport Division this internationally 

active group of companies, with its Third Rail Center of 

Competence, provides a modern, safe and economical system that 

ensures a reliable power supply for public transport. 

Third rail systems 

Powerlines Group GmbH, A-Vienna 


Thomas Jukl 

+43 (0)1-2580080351 

thomas.jukl@powerlines-group.com 

www.powerlines-group.com 

Aluminium 

live rail 

Power-One: Efficient DC-DC converter 

The display by Power-One at InnoTrans 2012 includes what it 

claims is the first DC-DC converter with an input voltage range in 

excess of 10:1, an output voltage of up to 280 watts, at an ambient 

temperature of 70 degrees Celsius, and with an impressive average 

efficiency of 94 per cent throughout the entire load range. 

This remarkable reduction in losses enables it to be run at a substantially 

lower operating temperature and with much greater reliability. 

A single power connection provides all the rated battery 

voltages from 24 to 120 volts. The fixed input voltage range is between 

15.4 and 150 volts, with dynamic deviations of 12 and 168 

volts for two seconds in each case. The HR series conforms to 

most national and international railway and safety standards and 

is provided with a robust and secure case for installation on a 19 

inch frame or in a housing, making this range ideal for use in extreme, 

air-cooled environments. 

DC-DC power converter 

Power-One Inc., USA-Camarillo 


Claude Abacherli 

+1 (0)978-7942803 

claude.abacherli@power-one.com 

www.power-one.com 

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Profics: Combined accounting at the press of a button 

The DIVIS software that has been developed by the Swiss company 

Profics AG is based on the latest technological standards and provides 

a customised solution to meet a range of complex requirements. 

DIVIS enables linked transport systems and transport companies to 

carry out accounting and evaluation tasks in a highly efficient way, at 

the press of a button. Version 2.0 is being exhibited for the first time 

at InnoTrans 2012 and this new concept is notable for its simplicity. 

The new facilities include: support for individual transactions, individually 

configurable accounting and dynamic distribution list as well 

as simulated accounting. PPAMS, the Profics Passenger Alert Messaging 

System, is not tied to any specific platform, can be flexibly 

configured and permits simple, central input of breakdown and operating 

messages. It acts as a rapid and uniform source of information 

via a number of channels such as Twitter, Facebook and RSS feeds, 

for passengers and drivers, as well as through such standard interfaces 

as GTFS and VDV to DFI advertisers, the infotainment system 

and the computers on board the vehicles. 

Profics AG, CH-Winterthur 


Alexander Schaeffer 

+41 (0)52-2181010 

as@profics.ch 

www.profics.ch 

DIVIS 2.0 

PPAMS 

Projektron: Efficient project management 

The project management software Projektron BCS enables users of 

a wide range of different projects to plan them efficiently, coordinate 

them easily and carry out a comprehensive evaluation. The Berlinbased 

software company is presenting its new edition to trade fair visitors 

for the first time at InnoTrans 2012: Projektron BCS.start. 

This tool is intended for project teams of up to 15 members. 

Equipped with the most important project management tools 

and with helpful support functions, this new entry-level solution 

is ideally suited for meeting the requirements of small and 

medium-sized companies. Projektron BCS, the main product, 

combines an extensive range of tools for projects and companies 

in one operator environment. With flexible currency selection 

and versions in up to seven different languages the Projektron 

BCS offers some outstanding features which can also be used 

for major international projects. The 400 customers throughout 

Europe include companies engaged in transport technology, 

one of them being Interfleet Technology GmbH in Wiesbaden. 

Projektron GmbH, D-Berlin 


Claudia Kedor 

+49 (0)30-3474764131 

claudia.kedor@projektron.de 

www.projektron.de 

Projektron BCS 

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PROSE Berlin: Measuring wheelset systems that are easy to use 

The prototype of its newly developed measuring wheelset computer 

is being shown for the first time by PROSE Berlin GmbH at InnoTrans 

2012. It enables the signals from measuring wheelsets to 

be evaluated in order to determine the wheel-rail forces. Startup 

and operation of these systems is considerably simplified by 

means of the computer, bringing 

the objective of a “sensor like any 

other” much closer, the developers 

emphasise. With data transfer via 

the latest EtherCAT bus the modular 

system permits distributed instrumentation 

along the length 

of a train, with the possibility for 

expansion to up to 16 measuring 

wheelsets per system. With browser-based 

controls and automatic 

system and network configuration the measuring wheelset system 

is easier to operate than ever before, according to the exhibitor, and 

means that this technology can be used without the need for specialist 

knowledge. The system is compatible with the measuring wheelsets 

from DB Systemtechnik, UB-Datentechnik and PROSE. 

PROSE Berlin GmbH/ PROSE AG, D-Berlin 


André Rohrbeck 

+49 (0)30-754490811 

andre.rohrbeck@prose-deutschland.de 

www.prose-deutschland.de 

Measuring wheelset system 

Provertha Connectors, Cables & Solutions: 

Robust M12 ethernet crimp cable plugs 

A simple, fault-free connection in the field and reliable data transmission 

are especially important for M12-based PROFINET and industrial 

ethernet applications in railway engineering. The new M12 

crimp cable plug from Provertha with IP67 protection meets these 

requirements and offers secure, screened contact by means of a 360 

degree EMI/RFI crimped flange system and solid, twisted crimp contacts. 

This arrangement ensures rapid and fault-free PROFINET/ industrial 

ethernet connections and highly effective contacts. Together 

with a prefabricated cable the contact clip is fed into the insulating 

body of the plug connection. This is a particular effective solution 

for applications where space is limited. The fully screened, all-metal 

housing and the special crimped flange system ensure effective 

360 degree EMI/RFI screening and error-free data transmission. The 

waterproof housing also guarantees protection in accordance with 

IP67 and creates a very rugged unit that is resistant to potential damage 

from extreme environments. 

Provertha Connectors, Cables & Solutions GmbH, D-Pforzheim 


Wilhelm Novy 

+49 (0)171-4511419 

provertha@novypartners.com 

www.provertha.com 

M12 ethernet crimp cable plugs 

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PSI Transcom: High-end control systems 

for the entire added value chain 

Together with other PSI business units at InnoTrans 2012 PSI Transcom 

is introducing new high-end control systems solutions encompassing the 

entire value added chain of rail transport companies from continuous 

operations through energy supply and logistical processes to vehicle 

maintenance. PSItraffic controls and optimizes the deployment of personnel 

and rolling stock, monitors the entire 

infrastructure and ensures efficient 

scheduling. PSIcontrol controls and monitors 

the networks of overhead power lines. 

An integrated energy management 

system optimises energy production and 

transmission from the power plant to the 

point where it is fed into the traction current 

network. PSImaintenance monitors 

inspection cycles and coordinates the 

maintenance of locomotives and rolling 

PSI Transcom GmbH, D-Berlin 


Susanne Renner 

+49 (0)30-28011601 

srenner@psi.de 

www.psitranscom.de 

stock. Maintenance intervals are optimised and vehicle downtimes are 

reduced. PSItms combines shipments for various customers in different 

sectors. A highly synchronised flow of materials and information enables 

the deployment of resources such as locomotives, rolling stock and 

road transport to be planned with the maximum efficiency. 

High-end control system for efficient scheduling 

quattron management consulting: 

Standardization and modularization bring cost benefits 

The use of the latest quattron methods to achieve standardization 

and modularization is a more effective way of achieving strategic 

cost benefits throughout all stages of the lifecycle of control and 

safety equipment and also helps to reduce development times. A 

wide range of organizational and contractual 

measures have to be taken 

into account with the aim of considering 

the relevant requirements, involving 

the suppliers to an adequate extent, 

and safeguarding a successful 

implementation process right through 

to the time that the equipment comes 

into service. This innovative approach 

often represents a migration process 

covering many years, whereas the 

quattron management consulting 

GmbH, D-Frankfurt am Main 

Hall 6.2, Booth 208a 

Stefan Lossau 

+49 (0)69-6860360 

info@quattron.com 

www.quattron.com 

existing plant represents a very heterogenous product structure. 

Moreover the infrastructure company has to ensure responsibility 

for systems and the entire procedure should be placed in a European 

or international context. 

Standardization and modulariziation 

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RailData: Using scheduled trains to obtain measurements 

Complete, accurate and more economical track geometry measurements 

can be achieved with RILA. The system measures, calculates 

and displays track geometry information in absolute x, y 

and z coordinates. RILA hardware uses trains operating on regular 

schedules, eliminating the need for separate trains to conduct 

measurements. The processed track data is independent of the 

type of train used. During a scheduled stop at a station the RILA 

hardware can be attached to the train by two people in less than 

two minutes. The system functionalities enable a large rail network 

to be surveyed without having to occupy the track. RILA can be 

used to generate various kinds of data. It can be used for aspects 

such as track safety/track security, track quality, track surveying 

and track alignment as well as for the response and comfort provided 

by rail vehicles. This new measuring system has been developed 

and refined over the past three years in the Netherlands. 

RailData B.V., NL-Utrecht 

Hall 26, Booth 417b 

Wim Hoogstra 

+31 (0)6-52650452 

wim.hoogstra@raildata.nl 

www.raildata.nl 

RILA 

RAIL.ONE: Slab track with protection against noise 

and vibration 

RAIL.ONE, together with RockDelta, has developed a method of reducing 

the amount of vibration produced by passing trains based 

on proven RHEDA technology with double block sleepers. The new 

RHEDA RX system involves the installation of RockXolid anti-vibration 

mats under the track ballast. This effectively reduces vibration in 

the underlying system and eliminates any problematical resonance. 

RHEDA RX can be adapted to meet the requirements of individual 

projects. In addition RAIL.ONE GmbH, in collaboration with the Witten 

plant of DB Netz AG that manufactures points, has developed a 

solution for achieving logistical improvements during the transport 

and installation of pre-assembled points. The basic idea is that the 

over three metre long concrete sleepers are fitted with flexurally resistant 

coupling joints, enabling the overhanging part of the sleeper 

to be folded over during transport. In this way pre-assembled sleeper 

units with lengths of up to 4.8 metres can be transported on standard 

flat railway wagons. 

RAIL.ONE GmbH, D-Neumarkt 

Hall 26, Booth 216a 

Hedwig Blomeier 

+49 (0)9181-8952250 

hedwig.blomeier@railone.com 

www.railone.com 

RHEDA RX with protection against noise and vibration 

Centrepiece EW 54-300 in transport position 

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railtracon: Multilingual software for planning 

and maintenance 

MARS Railbusiness is new kind of software solution for fleet management. 

Industry software has been adapted to meet railway 

standards and is a useful aid in planning and carrying out maintenance 

work. The simplified input procedure automatically registers 

all the main information about performance processes and 

consumption of materials. MARS Railbusiness also monitors and 

documents all measuring and testing equipment, lifting gear and 

employee qualification requirements. The software can automatically 

transmit paperless analyses of all the recorded data online 

to management and the relevant departments, as well as storing 

details about ongoing maintenance and security requirements. At 

InnoTrans 2012 railcon is demonstrating all its possible applications 

for maintenance with or without the use of barcodes or RFID technology 

for freight wagons, locomotives and infrastructure. 

Budgetary analysis 

railtracon GmbH, D-Erfurt 


Torsten Peukert 

+49 (0)30-65496243 

t.peukert@railtracon.de 

www.railtracon.de 

Workshop project planning 

RDS International: Low cost train positioning system 

VTPS, the Video Train Positioning System from RDS, offers economic 

improvements with regard to installation and migration for 

European rail transport monitoring systems (ERTMS) or other train 

control systems. It enables companies to obtain a constant overview 

of the position of trains throughout the network, including 

tunnels, for the purposes of train control, passenger information, 

traffic management or other location-dependent applications. The 

system is particularly useful if GPS is not available or when extreme 

precision is required on individual sections of track. VTPS 

uses a forward-facing CCTV, which is installed in the driver’s cab. 

The position of the train is determined through real time image 

processing of the video stream. The VTPS technology is embedded 

in the Zume-X range of forward-facing CCTV cameras, which 

have been developed by RDS specifically for the rail market. With 

dual image sensors that have been designed for day and night use 

Zume-X provides outstanding performance, especially at night or 

in tunnels. 

RDS International, GB-Guildford 


Richard Shenton 

+44 (0)7770-991497 

richard.shenton@rdsintl.com 

www.rdsintl.com 

Zume-X 

CCTV camera 

Video Train Positioning System 

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REHAU: 

Customised railway power supply solutions 

With increasing traffic density in large cities and conurbations, 

modern local public transport is of growing importance. For many 

years the polymer specialist REHAU has been tackling the issue of 

railway power supply by means of a third rail and has been able to 

use the latest developments and material qualities in the area of 

live-rail supports as well as live-rail protection all over the world. 

For tunnels or outdoor area alike, the company’s own systems for 

underground railways and light rail networks are the ideal solution 

even under difficult climatic conditions. Following intensive research 

and development work the family-owned company is now 

able to offer its customers a complete, innovative system from a 

single source. As well as the various live-rail supports, cover systems 

and retaining components, the tried and tested aluminium 

live-rail is now also available from this exhibitor. The advantages: 

a wide range of customised systems. 

Live rail supports and cover system 

REHAU AG + Co, D-Rehau 


Yvonne Schaller 

+49 (0)9283-772118 

yvonne.schaller@rehau.com 

www.rehau.com 

Aluminium live rail 

RIEGL Laser Measurement Systems: A complete system 

for rail infrastructure measurements 

The RIEGL VMX Mobile Scanning System can be deployed on various 

different platforms and provides for extremely precise and efficient 

kinematic data capture. The fully calibrated system registers up to 

1.1 million points per second in a 360 degree radius in the laser category 

1, which is not harmful to the eyes. 

The precise, geo-referenced 3D points cloud produced by the measurements 

also includes objects in the surrounding area with a small spatial 

extent as well as those with a low reflectivity such as rails, overhead 

power lines, platforms, signals and buildings. The integrated camera 

system provides calibrated, high definition photos with a precise time 

stamp. The accompanying RIEGL software ensures simple and efficient 

data capture and processing and provides a direct interface to 3D 

evaluation software, such as SiRailScan from technet-rail. SiRailScan 

is a comprehensive software for evaluating laser scanning data. Railways 

are one of its main applications, and consequently an extensive 

range of evaluation functions for actual geometry is available. 

RIEGL Laser Measurement Systems GmbH, A-Horn 


Silvia Zaiser 

+43 (0)2982-4211 

szaiser@riegl.com 

www.riegl.com 

RIEGL VMX mobile scanning system 

SiRailScan 3D evaluation software 

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Rittal: 

A rack system for every kind of IT application 

The TS IT being displayed by Rittal at InnoTrans 2012 is a completely 

new rack system which the exhibitor expects to become the world 

standard for all applications in the IT field in the future. Two product 

lines in combination with a programme of smart accessories 

and significantly reduced complexity with easily assembled plug- 

&-play systems make ordering and assembly much more efficient 

and help to reduce costs. The basic equipment includes two flexible 

19 inch assembly levels and a roof panel in several parts with 

improved cable inlet through bristlebars in the roof. It is supplied 

ready for the inclusion of a ventilator unit. Users are no longer confronted 

by a complicated range of choices. The continuous, rapid 

assembly system improves efficiency, enabling one person to assemble 

many of the components in just a few minutes, without the 

need for any tools. 

Rittal rack 

TS IT 

Rittal GmbH & Co. KG, D-Herborn 


Kerstin Ginsberg 

+49 (0)2772-5051328 

ginsberg.k@rittal.de 

www.rittal.de 

Two product lines 

ROV Développement: 

Four readings in less than ten seconds 

For the first time InnoTrans 2012 is featuring CAMEROV® HDD © + E 

from ROV Developpement, an automatic system that enables contactless 

measurements to be made. Readings can be obtained without 

any manipulation by the operator of the equipment, and four 

sets of readings are available in less than ten seconds: height, misalignment/ 

stage, (curve) camber and track width. CAMEROV ® 

HDD© + E is controlled from a tablet PC or laptop (Toughbook standard 

model). Two possible forms of deployment are available: either 

with a positioning rod or a rail unit, by means of which readings 

can be entered in an Excel table and subsequently printed out. The 

measurement cycle is 500 offline with the positioning rod, and unlimited 

with the rail unit. This French exhibitor has been developing and 

producing cameras and robots for more than 20 years, for observing 

under-rail structures as well as for checking and conducting measurements 

on overhead contact systems and catenary installations. 

CAMEROV 

HDD + E 

ROV Développement, F-La Ciotat 


Edmond JC Briand 

+33 (0)4-42088119 

contact@rovdeveloppement.com 

www.rovdeveloppement.com 

CAMEROV HDD + E 

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Roxtec: Fire-rated cable seals 

Roxtec has recently launched its CF F1 product group, which includes 

fire-rated versions of its tried and tested CF compact seals. 

The sealing system in this new product group and the properties of 

their materials have been successfully tested and certified in accordance 

with CEN/TS 45545, parts 2 and 3. The frames surrounding 

the cable openings in the CF F1 product group are remarkably 

lightweight and are an alternative to the regular Roxtec S, G, R 

and RS frames, which have also been tested to ensure compliance 

with CEN/TS 45545-3. The new frames boost the efficiency and the 

sealing properties of between 15 and 60 prefabricated cables in a 

single opening with the Roxtec CF F1. This exhibitor’s products have 

been tested by leading classification societies and have been certified 

in accordance with the European standard CEN/TS 45545. They 

also comply with other test standards such as ASTM E662, UL 94, 

DIN 5510-2 and NFF 16-101/102. 

Cable assemblye 

Roxtec GmbH, D-Hamburg 


Kerstin Rode 

+49 (0)40-65739816 

kerstin.rode@de.roxtec.com 

www.roxtec.de 

Cable seals 

RPC Infotrans: Automated diagnostics complex 

for rail infrastructure 

The automated diagnostics complex ADK-I ERA from the Russian exhibitor 

RPC Infotrans is a highly efficient tool for checking the condition 

of technical rail infrastructure facilities such as sections of track 

and overhead contacts as well as communication and monitoring 

systems. When linked to rail and geodata coordination systems this 

twin car diagnostics set-up can be used to check on more than 120 

parameters and can evaluate some 140 parameters relating to evaluation 

data and analytical processing functions. The developers draw 

attention to the most innovative feature of ADK-I ERA: the possibility 

provided by a test for obtaining all kinds of information about the 

condition of the technical infrastructural facility, which is of decisive 

importance for its operating safety and for determining whether it is 

fit for purpose. The exhibitor’s RPI manual rail measuring device enables 

weak points in the track infrastructure to be identified. It involves 

comparing the parameters of a loaded rail freight car with the figures 

for an unladen RPI. 

RPC Infotrans, RUS-Samara 


Oxana Karpukhina 

+7 (0)846-3375126 

office@infotrans-logistic.ru 

www.infotrans-logistic.ru 

ADK-I ERA diagnostics complex 

RPI rail measuring device 

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RPM Group: High performance compression device 

for continuous operation 

PMA-1M from the RPM Group is an automated high performance compression 

device, designed for continuous operation, for the cyclical 

compression of two sleepers while the rail track is being simultaneously 

and continuously raised. It has been designed for straightening 

sections of track while repair work is in progress. This machine can 

displace a section of track by up to 450 millimetres, which is significantly 

more than can be achieved by other manufacturers’ machinery, 

the exhibitor emphasises. A comparison reveals that, in terms 

of precision and performance, the PMA-1M is among the best on the 

market anywhere in the world, and this would be confirmed by tests 

and by the practical experience gained with this technology. The 

system is equipped with some exceptional sliding and compression 

components which are digitally controlled. The use of new rail sensors 

which have been developed in-house prevents any interruption 

when the lifting and coating units encounter rail joints. 

PMA-1M high performance compression unit 

RPM Group, RUS-Moscow 


Eugeny Zhuravlev 

+7 (0)4842-900724 

press@rempm.ru 

www.rempm.ru 

PMA-1M high performance compression unit 

SAB Bröckskes: 

Halogen-free, flame-inhibiting and self-extinguishing 

SAB Bröckskes manufacturer of halogen-free ethernet and gigabitethernet 

cables for use with railway technology has expanded its 

SABIX Rail product range to include the “SABIX R 660 CAT 5e” and 

“SABIX R 691 CAT 6”. With its new CAT 5e and CAT 6 ethernet cables 

the exhibitor has expanded its product portfolio for rail vehicle technology 

to include additional cables for use on the railways. “SABIX R 

660 CAT 5e 2x2x22 AWG” and “SABIX R 691 CAT 6 4x2x26 AWG” satisfy 

the fire safety standard DIN 5510. Following tests to determine their resistance 

to conducting fire, smoke gas density and toxicity, the company 

has now expanded its range to include ethernet cables for railway 

use that have been granted certification by an external agency. 

Ethernet and/or gigabit ethernet networks in rail vehicles are just some 

of the applications for these new types. This applies in particular to the 

installation of passenger information systems, monitoring equipment 

and e-ticketing systems. Moreover, according to the manufacturer, the 

SABIX Rail range of cables meets the highest fire safety standards. 

SAB Bröckskes GmbH & Co. KG, D-Viersen 


Sacir Adrovic 

+49 (0)2162-898146 

adrovic@sab-broeckskes.de 

www.sab-worldwide.com 

Ethernet wiring for use on railways 

SABIX R 660 FRNC CAT 5e 

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Sammode Lichttechnik: Rugged lighting tubes for use 

in inspection pits and for process lighting 

The NIEPCE 70 FV lighting tube from Sammode is ideal for use in inspection 

pits where space is limited. The housing is made of co-extruded 

polycarbonate/methacrylate, combining the mechanical robustness 

of polycarbonate with the resistance of methacrylate to grease 

and oil. These lights also incorporate a new optical design, directly 

lighting underneath the cars and indirectly lighting the floor without 

dazzling. Together with the materials used, the system for sealing 

the lights ensures compliance with IP68. Sammode has designed the 

KELVIN 100 MO HT for process lighting and exposure to high temperatures. 

Equipped with a compact fluorescent tube, it is available in 

three lengths: 357, 436 and 519 millimetres. It combines a high light 

output and compact dimensions. Its new coextruded housing made 

of polycarbonate/methacrylate makes it resistant to various cleaning 

agents and hydrocarbons such as cutting oil and lubricants. 

NIEPCE 70 FV light for inspection pits 

Sammode Lichttechnik GmbH, 

D-Saarbrücken 


Sammode Lichttechnik 

+49-(0)681-9963550 

info@sammode.com 

www.sammode.de 

KELVIN 100 MO HT light for process lighting 

Schaltbau: Plug-in connectors for reliable 

data transmission 

Schaltbau GmbH is presenting its UIC558 IT plug-in connector for railway 

use for the first time at InnoTrans 2012. It is used as an interface 

connector for the reliable transmission of data in flexible links between 

carriages and locomotives. It has been designed to meet very 

high specifications, for example for video monitoring, passenger information 

systems, automatic passenger counting systems, voice control 

and diagnostic functions. The new UIC558 IT series is equipped with 

an eight pin ethernet module and 16 24-volt signal contacts. The Ethernet 

module permits transmission rates of up to ten gigabits. This enables 

it to satisfy the requirements of Cat5, Cat6 and 6a, which are suitable 

for frequencies of up to 250 MHz and are used for voice and data 

transmission. Depending on the specific requirements and the areas 

in which it is deployed, a number of different connecting cables suitable 

for railway use are available. The new UIC558 IT series has been 

successfully used in a railway pilot project for over one and half years 

and complies with all the relevant railway standards. 

Schaltbau GmbH, D-München 


Svenja Bierbrauer 

+49 (0)89-93005153 

bierbrauer@schaltbau.de 

www.schaltbau-gmbh.de 

UIC558 IT 

UIC558 IT 

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Schunk Bahn- und Industrietechnik: 

Intelligent solutions for buses and trains 

Schunk is developing advanced charging points and current collectors 

for battery-powered public service buses as part of a project 

entitled “Rapid Charging Systems for Electric Buses in Public 

Transport (SEB)”, which is being supported by the Federal Ministry 

of Education and Research. The Supercap batteries installed at bus 

stops will in future be used to supply a powerful charge to buses fitted 

with a pantograph, but without interfering with regular services. 

With its “Intelligent Carbon for Pantographs” this exhibitor has developed 

a wear reporting system that uses sensors to monitor the 

wear on the contacts on electrically powered rail vehicles. The system 

reports when the wear has reached a critical point but allows 

sufficient time for the contacts to be replaced. “Intelligent Carbon 

for Pantographs” offers considerable potential for savings on the 

cost of maintaining and repairing contacts, because, as the developer 

points out, the intervals between the visual checks can be extended 

quite significantly. 

Schunk Bahn- und Industrietechnik GmbH, D-Wettenberg 


Wilfried Weigel 

+49 (0)641-803153 

wilfried.weigel@schunk-group.com 

www.schunk-sbi.com 

System for reporting wear 

SCOMA: A sealing ring for extreme conditions 

To ensure that trains can operate effectively even under extreme 

conditions the French company SCOMA has joined with other European 

partners to create a new sealing ring. According to the developers, 

this innovation, which is being shown to the world for the first 

time at InnoTrans 2012, is the only product of its kind on the world 

market that can guarantee a 100 per cent effective seal over a temperature 

range from -50 to +80 degrees Celsius, -58 to +176 degrees 

Fahrenheit. The new SCOMA ring provides all the properties of a 

standard sealing ring as well as functioning effectively under extreme 

conditions, according to the exhibitor. Two sizes are available, 

with diameters of 27 and 40 millimetres. SCOMA has been supplying 

the Russian vehicle market with safety components for several 

years. The very challenging climatic conditions for example in 

Siberia, Alaska and North Canada presented the developers of this 

sealing ring with special challenges. 

27 millimeter sealing ring 

SCOMA, F-La Loupe 


Dariusz Czarnecki 

+33 (0)670-537543 

manager.scoma@orange.fr 

www.scoma-fr.com 

40 millimeter sealing ring 

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Siegrist-Orel: 

Diesel-resistant cable markers 

New, diesel-resistant cable markers are being exhibited by Siegrist- 

Orel at InnoTrans 2012. They are ideal for mass transit applications, 

having been designed specifically for environments where cable 

and wiring marking is exposed to organic liquids and oils over extended 

periods of time and at high temperatures. 

The new markers comply with such 

pressure and fluid resistance standards as 

SNCF NF F 00-608 Type H, SAE-AS5942 and 

MIL-STD-202 Methods 215K and SEA-AMS- 

DTL-23053-6 Category 1 standards. They are 

attached to cables and wiring harnesses joined 

by cable ties and are also suitable for 

retrofitting. Siegrist-Orel is also exhibiting 

its diesel-resistant, heat-shrunk cable sleeves. 

Conforming to SNCF standards NF F 00-608 Type A and H as well 

as SEA-AMS-DTL-23053-6 Category 1, these sleeves are available 

in diameters of between 2.4 and 38.1 millimetres. They are supplied 

in rolls on a special hangar. 

Siegrist-Orel Ltd, GB-Broadstairs 


Kris Lancaster 

+44 (0)1227-768808 

kris@sea-ltd.co.uk 

www.siegrist-orel.co.uk 

Diesel-resistant cable markers 

Siemens, Mobility and Logistics Division: 

Electronic ticket and software improved rail operations 

The display by Siemens Mobility and Logistics at InnoTrans 2012 is 

intended to show how easy it is to undertake an individual journey 

with the aid of an intelligent ticketing solution. A charge is calculated 

for the actual service or the route travelled, whether this involves 

a rail trip, bicycle rental or car parking. The smart card that has 

been developed for this purpose includes an active RFID chip and 

is used to register the various forms of transport as well as the starting 

and termination points for individual journeys. Siemens’ rail 

automation division is presenting its integrated scheduling and service 

centre at this trade fair. IT is used to combine functions involving 

the planning, control and optimisation of rail and passenger 

information systems. The intention is to make best possible use of 

available routes and to improve service efficiency in order to reduce 

downtimes and life cycle costs. The end result is improved punctuality 

and real time passenger information. 

Siemens AG, Mobility and Logistics Division, 

D-Munich 


Silke Reh 

+49 (0)89-636630368 

silke.reh@siemens.com 

www.siemens.com 

Cashless use of transport services with e-ticketing 

Integrated scheduling and service centre 

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Siemens Communications: 

On-board for high quality infotainment 

Media4Rail from Siemens is the on-board solution that enables railway 

operators to offer their passengers top-class infotainment on 

their own portable devices – such as laptops, handhelds, mobile 

phones or tablet PCs, with minimal upfront investment. Media4Rail 

offers passengers a variety of services such as music-on-demand, 

breaking news updates, current weather forecasts and real-time information 

about train connections and travel routes. QA4Rail is an 

end-to-end solution from Siemens for monitoring railway communication, 

voice and data recording (GSM-R and ECTS) and for rapid 

debugging, thereby ensuring the trouble-free functioning of the 

GSM-R and ETCS networks. By automatically activating an alarm 

before problems occur, QA4Rail can be relied upon to maintain the 

quality of the network service. Highly effective tools are available 

to enable user to identify problems with only a few mouse clicks. As 

a result reaction times are substantially reduced while at the same 

time helping to avoid serious incidents. 

Siemens Communications, Media and Technology, A-Wien 


Christof Noss 

+49 (0)172-3731027 

christof.noss@siemens.com 

www.siemens.at/cmt 

Media4Rail 

QA4Rail 

Siemens Rail Systems: 

Rail vehicles and services for urban mobility 

The display by Siemens at the world’s largest transport technology 

fair InnoTrans 2012 is dominated by efficient mobility that helps to 

enhance the competitiveness of cities and regions and improves the 

quality of life. Poland’s capital has ordered new underground trains 

from Siemens. Three cars that are on show for the first time at the 

fair are based on the Inspiro metro platform. Also making its debut is 

a mock-up of the new Avenio generation of trams, which will be going 

into service in The Hague. This exhibitor has developed the Vectron 

locomotive type as a future-proof platform concept for international 

freight, regional and intercity services. One of the main advantages 

of this locomotive is its flexibility. Siemens is presenting three new 

versions: a Vectron locomotive with mid-range performance characteristics, 

a diesel shunter concept and a dual traction solution. Also 

making its first appearance is the RIC sleeping car for Russian Rail- 

Siemens AG, 

Rail Systems Division, 

D-Berlin 

Outdoor display G1/G2 

Ellen Schramke 

+49 (0)30-38622370 

ellen.schramke@siemens.com 

www.siemens.com 

ways (RZD), which has been designed for cross-border services and 

for use throughout Central and Western Europe. The Desiro RUS regional 

railcar for RZD is also making its debut. 

Desiro RUS regional rail car for Sotschi 

100 per cent low floor tram Avenio for The Hague 

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SRUBENA UNIA: 

Locking device to prevent bolts from working loose 

Tracksure’s locking device prevents unintentional nut loosening and 

offers infrastructure managers significant operational and cost benefits. 

Unlike other fasteners it is simple to maintain and does not 

require expensive capital equipment to install. The Tracksure locking 

device: consists of a modified bolt, produced under a manufacturing 

licence by SRUBENA UNIA S.A. It has a reverse thread 

added to the end, which accommodates both the original nut and 

the Tracksure locking nut. A locking nut is applied on to the reverse 

thread until it tightens against the original nut. A serrated 

steel locking cap then pushes down over both the original nut and 

the Tracksure nut, and is held in place with a spring clip. If the original 

nut starts to loosen, the locking nut tightens on the reverse 

thread with the locking cover combining both actions, ensuring a 

fail-safe bolt fixing. 

SRUBENA UNIA S.A., PL-Zywiec 


Wioletta Figura 

+48 (0)33-4750910 

w_figura@srubena.com.pl 

www.srubena.com.pl 

Tracksure locking system 

Stadler Rail: eco on board is this year’s slogan 

For Stadler the “eco on board” concept is associated with high 

levels of efficiency, timeless design and careful use of resources. 

In addition to technical innovations and customised concepts for 

rail vehicles the main focus is also on the eco-friendly qualities 

of the vehicles with regard to maintenance, energy consumption 

and manufacture. The modern vehicles cover the entire spectrum 

from local and long distance passenger services to freight operations 

and emphasise the innovativeness, flexibility and skills of 

the company in the international rail vehicle sector. The open air 

grounds at InnoTrans will feature a KISS, intended for ODEG, for 

the first time, a double-deck railcar that will come into service in 

December 2012 in Berlin/Brandenburg. The new DT8.12 light rail 

vehicles for Stuttgart, part of the Tango series, the hybrid “Butler” 

locomotive for SBB-Cargo, the FLIRT for Leo-Express, the first private 

operator in the Czech Republic, and the KISS the BLS in Switzerland 

are among the other exhibits. 

KISS ODEG for Berlin/Brandenburg 

Stadler Rail AG, CH-Bussnang 

Outdoor display G4/G6 

Katrin Block 

+49 (0)30-91911501 

katrin.block@stadlerrail.de 

www.stadlerrail.com 

DT8.12-Tango light rail vehicle for Stuttgart 

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Strukton Rail: POSS in the cloud 

Strukton Rail is exhibiting POSS in the cloud at InnoTrans 2012. POSS 

is a preventive maintenance and diagnostics system that has been 

developed by Strukton. It provides remote monitoring of the condition 

of systems and objects such as actuators, 

train location and rail crossings. 

POSS registers any deviations from the 

norm and can identify such deviations 

before they can cause faults or breakdowns. 

The information can be accessed 

over the internet and can be evaluated 

anywhere and at any time. In other words: 

the information is available in the POSS 

cloud. POSS transfers rail maintenance 

and fault messages from a reactive to a 

proactive process. The end result: reduced 

risks and fewer delays for travellers. 

This exhibitor is also using this trade show to provide details about 

long term projects, for example in Norway, Sweden and Denmark, 

and about projects outside Europe. 

Strukton Rail bv, NL-Utrecht 


Charlotte Holla 

+31 (0)30-2486694 

charlotte.holla@strukton.com 

www.struktonrail.nl 

POSS in the cloud 

Swiss Railways: Modernised double-deck commuter train 

A comprehensively modernised double deck commuter train, the 

DPZPlus, in service on the Zurich light rail network, is being displayed 

by Swiss Railways SBB at InnoTrans 2012. This exhibit is 

the first double deck train to be retrofitted with two new compact 

air conditioning systems in each carriage, an adapted energy supply 

and some new duct routes. Halfway through their life cycle 

SBB is modernising its 115 double deck trains in its own workshops, 

and is subsequently installing air conditioning, enabling 

passengers to continue travelling in comfort for a further 20 years. 

For SBB modernisation is an interesting alternative to the procurement 

of new rolling stock. For vehicles designed in the 1990s 

the technology was not sufficiently advanced to allow the kind of 

work now being carried out on the DPZ, in particular in view of 

weight restrictions and shortage of space. Among the major challenges 

facing the modernisation project are the need to penetrate 

the structure of the car body and the retrofitting with compact air 

conditioning equipment. 

Schweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB, CH-Bern 

Outdoor Display G7/30, G7/20 

Rahel Meile 

+41 (0)51-2205293 

rahel.meile@sbb.ch 

www.sbb.ch 

SBB double deck commuter train 

Compact air conditioning unit 

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Syntactix: PALEDO – 

mobile maintenance with digital documentation 

PALEDO is an innovative, mobile documentation system for use with 

maintenance processes. Developed by Syntactix, it eliminates the 

need for paper in the documentation process, because all data is directly 

recorded in digital form. As a result there is no need to type up 

paper records, with the ever-present risk of errors. The system combines 

user-friendly software with an ergonomic and rugged tablet PC 

as the input device. The customer’s existing documentation is incorporated 

one to one in the digital process and, with the aid of reliable 

handwriting recognition, entering the details is as easy as using 

a pen and paper. The software integrates calculations in the documentary 

record. Using data that has already been entered, when tolerances 

are exceeded or serious defects occur these are identified 

and marked automatically. Because users enter the details by hand 

on familiar documents, the system is very easily adopted by all staff. 

The entire system can be integrated without any problems in 

existing IT systems. 

Syntactix GmbH, D-Friedrichsdorf 


Andreas Fink 

+49 (0)6172-9978210 

af@syntactix.de 

www.syntactix.de 

Robust 

tablet PC as 

input device 

Reliable handwriting recognition 

Tamtron Systems: 

Fully automated monitoring of dynamic wheel forces 

The fully automated Scalex WILD system (WILD stands for wheel load 

and wear detectors) is used to monitor dynamic wheel forces. The 

manufacturer explains that it operates reliably at between speeds 

of 10 and 250 kph (6 to 155 mph). Readings are obtained automatically 

and reproducibility has been significantly improved. In the 

past problems with wheels have been detected by ear, by using various 

instruments, visually or in the workshop. Flat areas damage 

the track and cause bearings to overheat. This in turn can lead to 

axle damage or to loosening of the wheels. Worn or damaged bearings 

also lead to other forms of damage. Scalex WILD monitors the 

forces between the wheels and the rail in order to identify any possible 

damage. When the pre-set limit is reached the system immediately 

activates an alarm, showing the wagon and wheels involved. 

The Finnish transport authority has decided to install several of these 

systems on the country’s main lines. 

Scalex WILD for detecting wheel damage 

Tamtron Systems Oy, FIN-Espoo 


Antti Moisio 

+358 (0)9-41300526 

antti.moisio@tamtron.fi 

www.tamtron.fi 

Scalex WILD module 

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TE Connectivity: 

Fully electromagnetically powered system 

An improved generation of electrical solutions for railway use has 

been developed by TE Connectivity, eliminating the previous disadvantages 

of standard mechanical pneumatic master switches. The innovative 

VESA vacuum master switch for electric trains, for 

example, is claimed by its manufacturer to be the first fully 

electromagnetically operated system for 25 and 15 kilovolt 

vehicles. The VESA VCB (Vacuum Circuit Breaker) provides 

impressive proof of what is now possible, according 

to this exhibitor. The highest levels of reliability have been 

demonstrated on more than 800 units on four continents. 

The performance features of the VESA VCB are designed 

for high speed and regional trains, metro systems and locomotives 

all over the world and have proved their effectiveness 

even under extreme weather and climatic conditions. 

The lightweight in its category, the VCB weighs less than 

half as much as conventional pneumatically operated master switches 

and also requires less maintenance than they do. Another significant 

advantage of the VESA system is its low energy consumption. 

Tyco Electronics AMP GmbH a TE Connectivity Ltd. 

company, D-Darmstadt 


Lorna Putze 

+49 (0)6151-6073579 

lorna.putze@te.com 

www.te.com/railway 

VESA vacuum master switch 

terra international: 

Automatic crack detection with t C rack 

What is surely the world’s most unusual crack detection system, 

tCrack, has been deployed for the first time in the Gotthard base tunnel 

in Switzerland. The work of collecting data in the tunnel, and its 

subsequent evaluation, were successfully completed during the first 

quarter of 2012. Operating in the world’s 

longest tunnel, the system automatically 

identified, classified and fully documented 

cracks with a predefined tolerance limit. 

With tCrack the company has developed 

a new, advanced and economical 

measurement system that satisfies all the 

customer’s requirements with regard to the 

quality of data, as well as the speed and reliability 

with which it is collected, this Swiss 

exhibitor reports. This outstanding kinematic 

system provides high definition digital 

images, which are combined with extremely precise and absolute 

positional data. The automatic crack identification and optimised 

formwork provided by tCrack offers substantial financial, qualitative 

and technical advantages for all those involved in a tunnel project. 

terra international GmbH, CH-Zürich 


Gabriele Kadner 

+41 (0)43-5001076 

kadner@terra.ch 

www.terra.ch 

tCrack crack identification system 

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TIRA: Rapid replacement of wheelsets 

TIRA GmbH, D-Schalkau 


Thomas Förster 

+49 (0)36766-28039 

thomas.foerster@tira-gmbh.de 

www.tira-gmbh.de 

Based in Schalkau, Germany, the display by the TIRA company at InnoTrans 

2012 features the TIRA K3000 RUF, an underfloor wheelset 

balancing machine with a milling unit for use on rolling 

stock and locomotives. The use of a friction drive 

eliminates the time-consuming work of connecting the 

wheelset by means of a shaft to the drive unit. This ensures 

that wheelsets can be quickly replaced using 

the K3000 RUF. It also rules out manufacturing imprecision 

such as incorrect fit tolerances and alignment 

errors, with their negative impact on accuracy of the 

wheel alignment. Once the alignment speed has been 

reached the friction drive separates from the wheelset, 

which can then rotate on the machine entirely unaffected 

by any external influences. Despite the slow 

rotation rate this method enables measurements of 

the imbalance to be conducted with extreme precision. 

Another advantage of this process is that it enables 

radial and lateral deviation of the wheelset to be measured during 

the same cycle, with each cycle lasting up to three minutes. 

TIRA K3000 RUF with two milling units 

Trenew Electronic: Robust and highly efficient 

DC-DC converter 

Trenew Electronic, sales partner for Power-One products, is presenting 

the MELCHER HR range at InnoTrans 2012. This is a DC- 

DC converter with a 10:1 input voltage range, up to 280 watt output 

at an ambient temperature of 70 degrees Celsius, and with a very 

high typical efficiency of 94 per cent. The drastically reduced power 

dissipation results in a lower operating temperature and consequently 

reliability levels are significantly improved. A single one 

of these units is sufficient to provide all nominal battery voltages 

from 24 to 120 volts. The static input range is 15.4 to 150 volts. Dynamic 

fluctuations to 12 or 168 volts over a two second period do not 

present any problems for the converter either. The HR range complies 

with all current national and international railway and safety 

regulations. Packaged in a robust metal case for installation in a 19 

inch rack or chassis, this unit is ideal for demanding environments 

with convection cooling. 

MELCHER HR series DC-DC converter 

Trenew Electronic AG, CH-Rüti 


Silvan Müller 

+41 (0)55-2506628 

silvan.mueller@trenew.ch 

www.trenew.ch 

The effectiveness of the HR series 

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TTInspect: Extremely precise people counter system 

TTInspect is exhibiting what it describes as the most precise people 

counting system yet from the Indian manufacturer Delopt in its 

display at InnoTrans 2012. This is based on a new technology with a 

built-in infrared distance measuring system, which protects the system 

from being damaged by alternating light sources. In addition to 

the measurement system the sensor is equipped with a built-in camera, 

enabling system adjustments to be seen, controlled and even 

adjusted, even over longer distances, via the internet. Counting for 

control purposes can also be carried out, in one-hour recordings for 

use in subsequent documentation. This supplier can offer an accuracy 

of at least plus-minus two per cent. However, according to the 

exhibitor, in tests conducted over periods of more than six months 

an accuracy of plus-minus 0.4 per cent was achieved, and efforts 

are being made to even improve on this figure. The system is currently 

in the final design phase and is ready just in time for the fair. 

Slave counting unit 

TTInspect, DK-Stenløse 


Jan Tanggaard 

+45 (0)47-161500 

jt@ttinspect.dk 

www.ttinspect.dk 

Master unit with built-in image analysis computer 

TU Berlin Service Gesellschaft: 

Container wagon with loading length of 80 feet 

TU Berlin Service Gesellschaft mbH, 

D-Berlin 


Prof. Dr. Jürgen Siegmann 

+49 (0)30-31423314 

info@railways.tu-berlin.de 

www.railways.tu-berlin.de 

The Institute for Land and Sea Transport at the Technical University 

Berlin is participating in an EU research project entitled “Versatile, Efficient 

and Longer Wagons for European Transportation”, VEL-Wagon 

for short, with the development of a new container wagon. This fouraxle 

bogie wagon has a continuous load area of 80 feet and is designed 

to carry various combinations of ISO and 

land containers as well as swap bodies 

with the minimum possible loss of working 

length. With a reduction in the number 

of axles per metre of working length 

it reflects the general trend towards lighter 

loading units in combined transport. In 

addition to the reduced number of axles 

the energy expended by the moving train 

is improved as a result of the lower specific 

weight per metre of length and the smaller number of gaps between 

the load units. Two models of the VEL wagon to a scale of 1 to 

20 are on show at InnoTrans 2012 on the stands of TU Berlin Service 

Gesellschaft and Tatravagónka a.s. 

VEL wagon 

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TÜLOMSAS: Modern motors and reduced service costs 

TÜLOMSAS is using this year’s InnoTrans to provide details about 

current and planned projects. Backed up by a constant exchange of 

licences and technology it intends to build eighty E6800 electric locomotives 

at its own factory. Their main features are: AC/AC, 5,000 kilowatt 

traction output and double driver’s cabs. The exhibitor reports 

that the locomotives are designed to provide reliable performance 

under specific climatic and environmental conditions. TÜLOMSAS 

has also commenced production of the new Generation AC, a long 

distance diesel electric locomotive based on the European Powerhaul 

PH37 ACI platform. These locomotives are licensed for use in 

Europe, the Middle East, North Africa and the Turkish market. They 

have an AC main drive as well as achieving low fuel consumption 

and reduced emissions. With their modern diesel engines and low 

service costs they are ideal for use in the EU. The control system 

utilises IGBT technology and microprocessors. 

E68000 Electrical Mainline Locomotive 

Turkish Locomotive & Engine Industries Inc./TÜLOMSAS, 

TR-Eskisehir 

Hall 8.1, Booth 241c 

Ekrem Turan 

+90 (0)222-22400005900 

ekremturan@tulomsas.com.tr 

www.tulomsas.com.tr 

PH37ACai Diesel Electric Mainline Locomotive 

ULBRICH: Buffer test bench 

for producing damping graphs 

The ULBRICH buffer test bench is intended for use with buffers and 

coupling dampers, for process–integrated quality control and to produce 

graphs of the damping response. Normally, in compliance with 

Standard EN15551, one force-distance diagram is produced during 

each of three load changes, with all the characteristic curves being 

within the stipulated tolerance range. The entry and exits speeds 

must be between 10 and 50 mm/s during testing. The recorded data 

is then used to calculate the energy absorption and dissipation. All 

the results, together with other freely selectable characteristics, are 

displayed on the screen as I.O or N.I.O, stored on a computer and 

can subsequently be printed out if required as a record for a specific 

customer. The testing programme for the respective test run can 

be recorded for each type of damper and can be retrieved by entering 

the type of buffer, and can also be run automatically. 

Ulbrich Maschinenbau Betr. GmbH, 

A-Tribuswinkel 


Roland Winkler 

+49 (0)7621-162021 

r.winkler@ulbrich-group.com 

www.ulbrich-group.com 

Buffer test bench 

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UNAC SAS: High capacity working platform 

French company UNAC SAS developed its lightweight all-terrain 

vehicle, the X3, over ten years ago for the maintenance of overhead 

power lines on railways . The new all-terrain road-rail vehicle 

X6 is equipped with a high capacity working platform. It can reach 

heights of more than 10 m – 5 m from the top of the rail – which 

is well above the masts carrying the power lines. The X6 benefits 

from the features and functionality of the UNAC HYD-rev hydrostatic 

drive, giving it powerful and smooth access to the track. As 

with the X3, it takes less than five minutes to prepare for operations 

on rail track. While the vehicle is being driven onto the track, and 

while it is in use, the adjoining track remains free for normal railway 

operations. In developing this vehicle particular attention has 

been paid to its ergonomics and in making the controls simpler and 

easier. For example, fault diagnosis is assisted by a digital display, 

making the work of problem-solving so much easier. 

UNAC X3 road-rail vehicle 

UNAC SAS, F-Vergeze 

Outdoor display, FA/27 

Samuel Dulheuer 

+33 (0)4-66350253 

samuel.dulheuer@unac.fr 

www.unac.fr 

UNAC X6 road-rail vehicle 

VIANOVA Technologies: 

Modular screen concept for infotainment systems 

Passenger information systems now have to be of a much higher quality 

and the HDTV format is being introduced more widely in public transport. 

At InnoTrans 2012 the latest generation of infotainment systems is now 

being introduced to an international market by VIA- 

NOVA Technologies. The main focus is on a modular 

screen concept based on 18.5, 17 or 15 inch displays 

utilising the latest technology and in the 16:9 format. 

These displays are available as dual and quad versions 

for trains and buses, or as an individual screen – 

single or back-to-back – for installation on the sides 

of the vehicles. By offering a very large number of pixels 

these high definition screens are able to meet all 

the conditions required by VDV for passengers with 

restricted vision. HDTV resolution in the 16 : 9 format 

ensures that the content and advertisements can be 

seen without distortion. As a result this new generation 

of systems can not only provide dynamic, real-time passenger information 

but also a respectable level of income from advertising. These systems 

are already being deployed successfully in a number of German cities. 

VIANOVA Technologies GmbH, D-Dresden 


Josef Kreidl 

+49 (0)172-3452017 

josef.kreidl@vianova-tn.de 

www.vianova-tn.de 

Infotainment system 

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Vigier Rail: 

LVT trafficability solution for emergency vehicles 

The Swiss company Vigier Rail, together with the licensor, Sonneville, 

has introduced a new development for use on the Low Vibration Track 

(LVT) slab track system, and this is being presented for the first time 

at InnoTrans 2012. It enables emergency vehicles running on pneumatic 

tyres to operate on LVT rail tracks. This development originated 

from the need to meet specific emergency rescue concepts requiring 

pneumatically tyred emergency vehicles to be able to access tunnels. 

To achieve this the system provider, Sonneville AG, has developed a 

new LVT support with high shoulders, which forms the main feature 

of the overall LVT Traffic concept. The track for emergency vehicles 

is created by means of an additional concrete layer, cast in-situ, in 

combination with the newly developed LVT support points. Specially 

designed formwork covers separate the LVT supports and the concrete 

for the vehicle track. As a result the outstanding performance 

of the Low Vibration Track, in terms of the flush track and protection 

against vibration, is retained. 

Vigier Rail AG, CH-Müntschemier 


Bruno Kiefer 

+41 (0)32-3129824 

bruno.kiefer@vigier-rail.ch 

www.vigier-rail.ch 

LVT with new support points 

LVT support points with high shoulders 

VINCI Energies: Recovering energy from braking 

With the innovative capabilities and expertise of its subsidiary Cegelec 

Infrastructures & Mobility, VINCI Energies is able to support its 

customers in optimising the electricity consumption of their transport 

systems. New solutions for recovering braking energy are on 

show at InnoTrans 2012. The simulation of operating energy system, 

for example, enables the number, location and output of transformer 

substations to be determined. The aim is to provide customers 

with the best technical solution and the best possible returns. This 

is dependent on the technology of supercaps, which are installed 

in the relevant transformer sub-station or along the track, in order 

to store energy generated during braking and to release it again to 

propel the rail vehicle. This exhibitor points out that the use of suitable 

technology can lead to a 30 per cent reduction in energy costs 

for the transport company. 

Recovering energy from braking 

VINCI Energies, F-Lyon 


Eric Willart 

+33 (0)624-770679 

eric.willart@cegelec.com 

www.vinci-energies.com 

Recovering energy from braking 

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Vision Systems: 

A combination of various applications 

Pro4Rail from Vision Systems is an embedded or stationary system 

that combines safety applications, monitoring of servicing (ProLink) 

and passenger comfort (ProConnect). Based on a PC running Windows, 

with a Linux connecting platform, Pro4Rail offers flexible and 

open architecture for linking various applications. ProLink is the application 

that provides train operators with real time video monitoring 

and data transfer facilities. ProConnect is the solution that provides 

passengers with multimedia services, without requiring the complete 

overhaul of the carriage interior or the installation of expensive entertainment 

systems. In addition Vision Systems is using the fair to present 

its polarisation technology for protection against sunlight. Nuance 

is a product that enables users to immediately and uniformly 

control the light and heat entering the passenger compartment. This 

smart form of protection against sunlight is automatically adjustable 

to any kind of light transmission from bright to dark. 

Pro4Rail 

Vision Systems, F-Brignais 


Sonia Descoins 

+33 (0)4-72313832 

sdescoins@visionsystems.fr 

www.visionsystems.fr 

Nuance 

VNIIZHT: Test bench for research 

and certification purposes 

This Russian exhibitor is using InnoTrans 2012 to provide details about 

its new test bench, which has been developed by UPEC in collaboration 

with JSC VNIIZHT. The relevant control and loading systems 

have been supplied by Beckhoff and Blumenbecker. The test bench 

is intended for research purposes and for acceptance and certification 

testing of rail vehicle axle bearings operating at speeds of up 

to 300 km/h and for freight cars with a radial load of up to 25 tonnes 

and an axial load of up to ten tonnes per axle. The test bench has 

been designed for conducting tests of bearings and axle bearings 

as well as for determining the gamma percentile time until breakdown. 

Compared with accelerated investigations under the conditions 

found on specialised testing sections with a loop, use of the 

test bench facilities can lead to a four-fold reduction in the duration 

of the test. VNIIZHT is also presenting other new solutions from its 

extensive portfolio at the fair. 

Test bench for 

research and 

certification testing 

VNIIZHT, JSC, RUS-Moskau 


Alexander Kassay 

+7 (0)499-2604544 

kassay@vniizht.ru 

www.vniizht.ru 

Test bench for 

research and 

certification testing 

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Vollert Anlagenbau: 

Shunting systems with hybrid power units 

Shunting systems using innovative hybrid power transmission are being 

presented by Vollert at InnoTrans 2012. Its DER 240 robot shunter has 

been developed for HANSAPORT, Germany’s largest shipping terminal 

for coal and ores and represents an ideally dimensioned solution for internal 

shunting and loading operations. Electric motors form the heart 

of the hybrid power transmission system. They contain their own power 

plant in the form of a diesel-powered generator. This enables a tractive 

force of 240 kilonewtons to be achieved with variable loading speeds 

and a towing capacity of up to 6,000 tonnes. The propulsion unit and all 

the technical components are monitored centrally and regulated by a radio 

system. This offers a simple way of reading and adjusting operational 

data, the speed and the GPS-controlled position. The reduced legal 

requirements – BOA regulations – mean lower investment costs compared 

with locomotives used on main lines. The reduced CO2 emissions 

also benefit the environment. The solid and robust design helps to reduce 

maintenance costs and downtimes. 

Vollert Anlagenbau GmbH, D-Weinsberg 


Jürgen Schiemer 

+49 (0)7134-52232 

juergen.schiemer@vollert.de 

www.vollert.de 

DER 240 robot shunter 

DER 240 robot shunter 

Vossloh España (Vossloh Rail Vehicles) / Vossloh Kiepe: 

Modular series of trams 

The display by Vossloh at InnoTrans 2012 features its new modular series 

of trams, the Tramlink, for the first time. The basic vehicle, for one 

metre or standard gauge, 1,435 millimetres, is supplied with 750 volt 

DC via an overhead power line and has a maximum speed of 70 kph. 

A very flexible design is one of the main features of the Tramlink, permitting 

customised configurations. Operators can connect five, seven 

or nine multi-articulated cars. Customers also have a wide choice regarding 

the external appearance, the design of the front of the vehicle, 

the bodywork and the number of doors. With its 100 per cent low floor 

design this vehicle has fully barrier-free entrances and interiors. The 

bogies have been designed in such a way that 16 seats can be installed 

over them. The exceptional chassis engineering provides for dynamic 

operation and enables tight curves to be negotiated easily. The 

water-cooled propulsion unit and elastic axle mountings make Vossloh 

trams very quiet with substantially reduced vibration. 

Vossloh España S.A. (Vossloh Rail Vehicles)/Vossloh Kiepe, 

ES-Albuixech 

Outdoor display, F4/13 

Juan José Sanchís 

+34 (0)9-61415022 

juan-jose.sanchis@ve.vossloh.com 

www.vossloh.com 

Tramlink modular tram 

Barrier-free interior of Tramlink 

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Vossloh Fastening Systems: 

Highly elastic bearing system 

Vossloh Fastening Systems, a leading suppliers of elastic fastenings, 

its displaying its latest development for railway applications 

for the first time at InnoTrans 2012: cellentic®. This has been registered 

in Germany as a brand name of Vossloh Werke GmbH. It is 

also being currently registered in more than 70 other countries. cellentic® 

is a highly elastic, microcellular ethylene propylene diene 

monomer (EPDM) elastomer. It forms an intermediate layer or plate 

which is incorporated in various Vossloh fastening systems. The 

enclosed pore structure of the highly elastic bearing system imposes 

an efficient and long-lasting limit to vibration in track bed, thereby 

producing a lasting improvement to the track superstructure. 

The exceptional properties of this new material, such as more effectively 

distributed rigidity, increased ride comfort and excellent 

resistance are being demonstrated on a test bed on the Vossloh 

Rail Infrastructure stand in Hall 26. 

cellentic intermediate layer 

Vossloh Fastening Systems GmbH, D-Werdohl 


Jörg Greshake 

+49 (0)2392-520 

joerg.greshake@vfs.vossloh.com 

www.vossloh.com 

cellentic anti-vibration for rail stems 

Vossloh Locomotives: 

Shunting locomotive with multiple power units 

While strictly adhering to its modular and platform concepts, Vossloh 

Locomotives has once again expanded its existing programme 

with some innovative drive technology: With its multiple diesel-electric 

motors the G 6 ME offers a range of propulsion concepts, including 

hybrid technology. The exhibitor reports keen demand for the 

G 6 shunting locomotive, whose diesel-electric 

powertrain has been retrofitted 

with a central driving motor 

comprising two separate diesel motors 

with an output approximately 350 

kilowatts. With smaller motors fuel 

consumption when idling is reduced, 

which also cuts CO2 emissions. In addition 

the motors from the truck and bus sector always run with optimum 

torque, thereby improving reliability and efficiency. A motor 

that is operated in the optimum range is exposed to less operational 

wear, which results in a longer working life, less corrective maintenance 

and lower life cycle costs. 

Vossloh Locomotives GmbH, 

D-Kiel 


Tim Hildebrandt 

+49 (0)431-39992094 

tim.hildebrandt@vl.vossloh.com 

www.vossloh-locomotives.com 

G 6 ME shunting locomotive 

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Vossloh Rail Services: High speed grinding 

and customised milling solution 

With high speed grinding, known by the acronym HSG, Vossloh Rail 

Services is presenting a new rail grinding method in the display on 

the open air grounds at InnoTrans. This technology reduces or eliminates 

existing ripples or longitudinal undulations in rails. The noise 

produced by trains is largely a result of ripples in the surface of the 

rails and HSG significantly reduces these noise levels. High speed 

grinding has been proved to meet the requirements of EN ISO 3095 

and TSI Noise. Also making its world debut in Hall 26 is a new milling 

device from this exhibitor, which provides a smooth rail surface 

without pitting. The customised, modular milling solution is notable 

for the speed at which it operates and its ability to remove more material 

with each stage of the operation than other existing rail milling 

methods. It also produces a significantly better rail surface in 

terms of residual ripples and the cross-section. 

High Speed Grinding 

Vossloh Rail Services GmbH, D-Seevetal 


Marcel Taubert 

+49 (0)4105-58530 

marcel.taubert@vrs.vossloh.com 

www.vossloh-rail-services.com 

Customised milling solution 

VUZ: Tests for vehicles and components 

The Czech company VUZ can provide its customers with highly 

modern facilities at its testing centre in Velim, details of which are 

available at InnoTrans 2012. This exhibitor intends to continue to 

develop and expand its portfolio of services. Vehicles and individual 

components can be tested at this facility, which includes approved 

test laboratories capable of conducting traction, braking, 

hygiene and electronic testing. Dynamic and load testing can also 

be carried out on vehicles and their components. Recognised and 

approved specialists are responsible for assessing that all products 

conform to the relevant technical specifications. This applies 

both to compatibility and verification of subsystems with regard 

to technical compatibility specifications. The accreditation 

sector focuses on infrastructure, energy, control commands, signals 

and rail vehicles. 

Velim testing centre 

VUZ – Vyzkumny Ustav Zeleznicni, a.s., CZ-Praha 


Tereza Hájková 

+ 420 (0)972-223271 

hajkovat@cdvuz.cz 

www.cdvuz.cz 

Vehicle testing 

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Wawrzaszek ISS: Modern manufacturing technology 

Wawrzaszek ISS is displaying new production methods at InnoTrans 

2012. One area in which the company has been carrying 

out development work is that of plastics, where modern manufacturing 

technologies have an important part to play. For example, 

the external walls of drivers’ cabs and boxes containing technical 

equipment are made from monolithic compression mouldings, 

using the infusion method. This prevents the bonding of 

elements, improves the strength of the supporting structure and 

reduces weight. This exhibitor also specialises in the welding of 

steel, stainless steel and aluminium. The innovative development 

of a special robot unit enables Wawrzaszek ISS to weld structures 

that are twice as long as the reach of the robot. This is ideal, 

for example, for large frames for tram gantries. The exhibitor also 

makes extensive use of laser technology for cutting, welding and 

coating purposes. 

Driver’s cab 

Wawrzaszek ISS, 

PL-Bielsko-Biala 


Jakub Straczek 

+48 (0)601-984487 

j.straczek@wiss.com.pl 

www.wiss.com.pl 

Welding robot 

Weidmüller Interface: Problem-free, 

space-saving assembly 

Weidmüller Interface has extended its RockStar® HighPower range 

of plug-in connectors with the addition of the new “RockStar® High- 

Power-250-A” connector, which uses a crimp connection system, for 

250 A and up to 4,000 volts. Like the “RockStar® HighPower” 550 A 

version they are of modular construction. The power contact, designed 

for loads of up to 250 A, is easy to install and takes up very little 

space, making it suitable for a number of different vibration-resistant 

versions. The two-part die-cast Size 8 aluminium housing, with attachment, 

base and mounting, has a large PE connector. The same 

applies to the frame into which it fits. The extremely impact- and corrosion-resistant 

casings have the protection level IP 68 or IP 69k and 

are easy to assemble. The manufacturer has redesigned the crimp 

contacts of the “RockStar® HighPower-250-A” to enable them to be 

removed through the M25 cable input aperture. Multiple, fine and precision 

copper wires of between 25 and 95 mm² can be easily connected 

using standard crimping tools. 

Weidmüller Interface GmbH & Co. KG, D-Detmold 


Horst Kalla 

+49 (0)5231-14291190 

horst.kalla@weidmueller.de 

www.weidmueller.com 

Heavy current plug-in connector 

RockStar casing 

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Westermo Teleindustri: 

Reliable power-over-ethernet networks 

The power-over-ethernet switches Viper-112-P8 and Viper-212-P8 

improve on-board applications on rail vehicles and provide rail passengers 

with higher levels of comfort. They ensure efficient load distribution 

and handle tasks for which an entire control cabinet would 

otherwise be required. TheViper-212-P8 is also routable, providing for 

the connection of sub-networks and improved overall performance 

of the network. In addition to the four standard ethernet ports the 

two managed switches also have eight PoE ports to ensure an ideal 

voltage supply for video equipment, LCD monitors and WLAN access 

points. Via the PoE slots the Viper switches supply up to 66 watts 

or a maximum of 30 watts to a port. The rail switches isolate the DC 

input voltage of connected devices and are thus protected against 

overvoltages. With IP65 protection and resistance to vibration that 

complies with military standards these devices are unaffected by 

mechanical stresses, damp, condensation and dirt. 

Viper-212-P8 ethernet rail switch 

Westermo Teleindustri AB, S-Stora Sundby 


Ernst Lehmhofer 

+49 (0)171-5468963 

lehmhofer@lorenzoni.de 

www.westermo.com 

W. Schmid: Compact RGB-LED illuminated push button 

With its LDT25 model on show at InnoTrans 2012 W. Schmid AG 

has developed a compact illuminated push button, with an LED that 

illuminates the entire contact area. The push buttons are available 

in a number of different designs: with Faston connections for 

cable lugs or with a cable connection, also in customized lengths 

or with a custom connection, if required. The LDT25 is splashproof 

and has been designed for a long working life. 

The contact area is available as a neutral white surface or in the 

same colour as the light. If required these buttons can be supplied 

with the customer’s own pictogram or symbol, which can be applied 

by laser engraving or screen printing. The buttons are available 

in a single colour, either red, yellow, green, orange, white or 

blue, or in a multi-colour version in the combinations red-green 

or red-green-blue, the latter offering a wide range of illuminated 

colours. 

W. Schmid AG, CH-Fislisbach 


Markus Schmid 

+41 (0)56-4700070 

sales@led-lamps.ch 

www.led-lamps.ch 

LDT25 illuminated push button 

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ZAGRO Bahn- und Baumaschinen: Shunter that can operate 

on rails or as a road-rail vehicle 

The ZAGRO E-MAXI XXL is a battery or hybrid powered shunter and 

has been designed for use on rails or as a road-rail vehicle on exposed 

or flush rail tracks with a gauge of between 1,000 and 1,668 

millimetres. It can shunt loads of around 1,500 tonnes on the level. 

It has an infinitely variable drive system operating 

through four propulsion units of 80 volts/15 kilowatts 

each. It is steered using all four drive motors. 

With all-wheel steering this vehicle can turn in its 

own length. For use on the road it has a hydraulic 

suspension. To convert to the rails the entire chassis 

is lowered. With its low centre of gravity and 

compact track layout it is well protected against 

derailment. At the press of a button the gauge can 

be rapidly changed from the normal width of 1,435 

millimetres to a 1,520 or 1,668 millimetre broad gauge. Excluding buffers 

the ZAGRO E-MAXI XXL has a length of some 6,370 millimetres 

and can attain speeds of 10 kph on rails and 25 kph on the road. 

ZAGRO Bahn- und Baumaschinen GmbH, 

D-Bad Rappenau-Grombach 

Outdoor display, FC/31 

Andrea Zager 

+49 (0)2174-790982 

andrea.zager@zweiweg.de 

www.zagro.de 

ZAGRO E-MAXI XXL 

ZELISKO: Smart mounting panel 

The increasing trend in ticket printers and on-board computers 

used in public transport is for all-in-one solutions. This concept, 

in combination with the new smart mounting panel from Austrian 

manufacturer Zelisko reduces to a minimum the amount of cabling 

required while at the same time maximising the scope of available 

functions. Despite the small dimensions of the panel the designers 

have been able to include the entire communication sub-assembly 

(UMTS/GPS) together with the emergency switch, electro-acoustic 

installation and vehicle data storage system. Even when the 

Zelisko FSD5plus on-board computer is not in operation or when 

it has been removed, an emergency call system can still be set up 

using the switch on the side, provided that a Zelisko mounting panel 

is available. As a result the operator’s vehicles become “travelling 

emergency call boxes”, thereby improving the safety of public 

transport. An alarm can also be activated by means of a foot 

switch in the event of a sudden assault on the personnel. 

Mounting panel with emergency switch 

ZELISKO Ges.m.b.H., A-Mödling 


Ralf Pasching 

+43 (0)2236-4092376 

ralf.pasching@knorr-bremse.com 

www.zelisko.at 

Ticket printer 

on mounting 

panel 

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ZF Friedrichshafen: Bonded fibre coupling 

and ZF Metro gear 

ZF-RailFlex is a newly developed bonded fibre coupling for use in 

electrically powered trains. The basic idea behind this coupling is 

that of concentrically arranged packages of fibres, wound from single 

aramid threads. Embedded in elastomer, they provide for the reliable 

transmission of torque and compensate for discrepancies between 

the motor and gears. The damping properties of ZF RailFlex 

help to extend the working life of railway equipment and reduce servicing 

costs. The principle of ZF Metro gears is that of a new kind 

of pressure pad gliding on a film of oil to absorb all the axial forces. 

This enables bearings to be designed without requiring further adjustment. 

As an ancillary effect the temperature of the bearing is 

only two degrees Celsius above that of the oil sump, giving a longer 

life cycle and eliminating the need for adjustments during servicing. 

ZF has been successfully employing this technology in the automotive 

sector for almost 20 years, and now the benefits are available 

to rail vehicles too. 

ZF Friedrichshafen AG, D-Friedrichshafen 


Georg Ehling 

+49 (0)7541-772199 

georg.ehling@zf.com 

www.zf.com 

ZF-RailFlex 

bonded fibre 

coupling 

ZF-Metro gears 

ŽOS Vrútky: Multiple unit for use on regional 

and nationwide services 

The Series 861 three-section multiple unit with diesel-hydraulic power 

transfer is of low-floor construction and comprises two railcars 

and a powered centre car. It has been designed to operate on national 

and regional routes with a gauge of 1,435 millimetres, and can 

cope with a maximum gradient of 4 per cent. The railcars are connected 

to the centre car by means of a rubber and metal coupling on 

the trailer bogie, thereby providing not only the connection but also 

rotation. The unit is provided with four braking systems. The head of 

the vehicle conforms to the strength specifications of car body impact 

– collision simulation No. 3 in accordance with STN EN 15 227. 

The passenger compartment is provided with an information system 

with a visual and acoustic station indicator and is monitored by 

a camera. All the passenger compartments are air conditioned, with 

a separate air conditioning system for the drivers’ cabs. Microprocessors 

and room thermostats are used to regulate the heating and 

air conditioning. 

ŽOS Vrútky a.s., SK-Vrútky 

Outdoor display, G2/G4 

Karol Šabo 

+421 (0)915-819528 

zos-vrutky@zos-vrutky.sk 

www.zos-vrutky.sk 

Series 861 multiple units 

Passenger compartment 

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InnoTrans 2012 

18 – 21 September . Berlin 

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Messe- und Kongresshalle 

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M1 Olympischer Platz P+R 

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HB Hotels 

CT City Transfer 

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Fast Shuttle 

Outdoor display - Hall 18 

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