Case studies

To facilitate easy access for all passengers to all trains, in accord with Operators wishes and upcoming European legislation, constructors now have to build low-floor trains so the floors are at platform height. All the equipment previously found under the floor now has to be put on the roof. This poses problems of available space and weight distribution.

Faiveley Transport engineers have perfected an ultra compact “All-in-one” system integrated to the pantograph, regrouping 4 functions (overhead line voltage sensing – DC roof line switching and earthing – DC roof line over voltage protection – EnergyMeter DEMETRA) thus freeing considerable space on the roof.

More than liberating now essential space on the roof, this light-weight, high performance system also opens the door to more economies: simplified installation, easier access for maintenance, less weight and optimised energy use ….