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Various interfaces and evaluation options open up a broad range of applications for Frauscher products: axle counting applications in railway stations and on block sections, securing of level crossings, localisation of hot boxes, automatic warning systems, diagnostic systems for sets of points, hump yards or positioning aids for loading and unloading devices.
Innovative technologies, development processes in accordance with CENELEC standards and the highest production quality possible, thanks to modern in-house manufacturing facilities, ensure that we meet the highest level of customer requirements. Among other things, an approval from the German Federal Railway Authority (EBA), deployment at multiple sites within the Deutsche Bahn AG network and an audit classifying us as a Q1 supplier to DB all confirm the high safety and quality standards of our products and systems.
Innovative technologies, development processes in accordance with CENELEC standards and the highest production quality possible, thanks to our modern in-house manufacturing facilities, ensure that we meet the highest level of customer requirements.
There are numerous options available when it comes to implementing safety signals at level crossings. For example track vacancy detection, providing directional information or full axle detection. The large number of functions covered by Frauscher products means that they satisfy all requirements regarding secure and cost-effective control of level crossing safety systems.
Various manufacturers have already integrated our components into many of their level crossing safety systems.
Additional information such as speed or wheel diameter offers the operator the opportunity to optimise the waiting time at the level crossing, for example, or to detect vehicle types by different wheel diameters.
Central evaluation of the analogue wheel sensor signal forms the basis for exact detection and calculation of the diameter and the speed of the traversing axle. The capability to determine these parameters reliably and selectively constitutes one major advantage of Frauscher’s wheel detection system architecture.
The modularity and flexibility of the hardware and software components for our wheel detection systems offer many further options. Whether it’s a specific function that is required or adaption to the specific features of the vehicle fleet, timing, software protocol, signal behaviour, connector assignments, home setting behaviour, etc. - an extensive range of adaptations are possible.
The availability of wheel detection and axle counting systems is heavily dependent on electromagnetic interference at the sensor - vehicle interface, among other things. The detection and evaluation of such emissions forms the basis for the EN50238-3 standard.
As a customer-focused company, Frauscher offers a complete spectrum of services for all products and systems. This encompasses both individual planning and project planning, as well as the provision of support for installation and commissioning. A comprehensive training programme ensures that operators are able to install the systems independently, operate them on a long-term basis, maintain them and even configure them where necessary.
There are numerous options available when it comes to implementing safety signals at level crossings. For example track vacancy detection, providing directional information or full axle detection. The large number of functions covered by Frauscher products means that they satisfy all requirements regarding secure and cost-effective control of level crossing safety systems.
Various manufacturers have already integrated our components into many of their level crossing safety systems.
Additional information such as speed or wheel diameter offers the operator the opportunity to optimise the waiting time at the level crossing, for example, or to detect vehicle types by different wheel diameters.
Central evaluation of the analogue wheel sensor signal forms the basis for exact detection and calculation of the diameter and the speed of the traversing axle. The capability to determine these parameters reliably and selectively constitutes one major advantage of Frauscher’s wheel detection system architecture.
The modularity and flexibility of the hardware and software components for our wheel detection systems offer many further options. Whether it’s a specific function that is required or adaption to the specific features of the vehicle fleet, timing, software protocol, signal behaviour, connector assignments, home setting behaviour, etc. - an extensive range of adaptations are possible.
There are numerous options available when it comes to implementing safety signals at level crossings. For example track vacancy detection, providing directional information or full axle detection. The large number of functions covered by Frauscher products means that they satisfy all requirements regarding secure and cost-effective control of level crossing safety systems.
Various manufacturers have already integrated our components into many of their level crossing safety systems.
Additional information such as speed or wheel diameter offers the operator the opportunity to optimise the waiting time at the level crossing, for example, or to detect vehicle types by different wheel diameters.
Central evaluation of the analogue wheel sensor signal forms the basis for exact detection and calculation of the diameter and the speed of the traversing axle. The capability to determine these parameters reliably and selectively constitutes one major advantage of Frauscher’s wheel detection system architecture.
The modularity and flexibility of the hardware and software components for our wheel detection systems offer many further options. Whether it’s a specific function that is required or adaption to the specific features of the vehicle fleet, timing, software protocol, signal behaviour, connector assignments, home setting behaviour, etc. - an extensive range of adaptations are possible.
Our components can be installed, commissioned and maintained simply and rapidly without special tools. Various configuration options such as DIP switches or plug-in connections offer convenient handling in all respects.
Overvoltage protection board BSI
This board is positioned on the cable termination support in the inner system. It is compact and requires no maintenance, protecting the inner system from undesirable induced overvoltages such as lightning strikes or contact wire short circuits.
Test coupon PB
Throughout the whole commissioning phase, verification that the wheel detection system is functioning correctly is required. Using the test coupon PB, it is simple to simulate a traversing at the wheel sensor.
Track connection box GAK
The wheel sensor cable can be connected to the outer cable system using a track connection box. As only a clamping unit is required for this and no electronic components, this connection is also very easy to establish. In the standard design, one track connection box allows connection of up to four wheel sensors.
This group of wheel sensors is characterised by technology that has been tried and tested over many years and by continuous further developments. Features that should be highlighted include the omission of an electronic calibration device in the track and the simple and rapid assembly process. The calibration process takes place at the evaluation board in the inner system.
Wheel detection and/or axle counting (Frauscher ACS2000) for standard-gauge railways and trams, automatic warning systems, level crossing safety systems, track switches, pedal functions, hot-box detection (HOA), speed measurement systems, direction detection, etc.
Time-consuming compatibility checks with regard to electromagnetic compatibility can be simplified. Automatic calibration away from the track guarantees that users spend as little time as possible in the hazardous area and also rules out calibration errors. The cable plug saves valuable time during assembly and temporary disassembly of the sensor, for example due to tamping or grinding work. A strongly progressive effective distance only detects metal parts that are located between the top edge of the rail and the sensor surface.
Based on a detailed analysis of the framework conditions, a measurement of interference or, optionally, using test installations, we work together with you to define the foundations for your plan and to select the best possible technology and system architecture. In the next stage, we create a comprehensive concept and quotation for your specific requirements, based on the track plan.
This forms the prerequisite for a future-proof, highly-available and cost-effective solution.
All Frauscher components can be mounted, adjusted and commissioned simply and rapidly, without the use of special tools. With appropriate training and using clear assembly documentation, the operator’s assembly and maintenance personnel will be able to carry out all the required work themselves.
These training sessions can take place either at the customer’s premises or at our company headquarters in St. Marienkirchen. At our headquarters, we have a modern, large-scale training centre that can accommodate up to 30 people. All the Frauscher components are in place there, for a “hands on” experience.
You can find the next training session at our company headquarters under:
Mission:
“With our products, we want to contribute to safe, highly-available and cost-effective railway operations.”
Company philosophy:
- Optimum safety and reliability with minimal life cycle costs
- System suppliers can offer their customers the best and most innovative solution
- Users can operate, maintain and configure our products themselves
- Independent supplier
- Reliable service and on-site support on the market
- Further information can be found in our mission statement.
Customer and product
We develop components for railway signalling technology. Requirement specifications that are created carefully and in close collaboration with our customers and all supervisory bodies guarantee development in line with the market. Our high standards regarding the safety, quality and market-led design of our products ensure our long-term success in these markets. We take country-specific requirements into account, in order to enable cost-effective series manufacture of our products due to large batch sizes. We always endeavour to establish direct contact with the users of our products, in order to maintain the technical support, the quality of the assembly and the control operations at a high level. We respond promptly to communications from the customer.
Where errors occur, the causes are determined and discussed among specialists and measures to eliminate the error are implemented. The efficacy of the measures implemented is measured and this is incorporated into the processes. We supply products in accordance with the contract and notify our customers in the event of discrepancies between their expectations and the characteristics of our product.
Quality
The development and manufacture of safety-relevant components for railway signalling technology brings a great deal of responsibility. Maintaining a well-developed quality management system is a basic prerequisite when it comes to satisfying the high demands customers make of our products. The safety of our products can only be guaranteed in conjunction with a reproducible high quality. Consequently, maintaining the highest-possible level of quality and ensuring a constant process of improvement constitutes our overriding objective and forms the foundation of sustainable corporate development.
Employees
Employees are the real asset of any company. Streamlined organisational structures and a clear distribution of competences are vital measures for satisfied and motivated employees, alongside comfortable workstations and fair pay. Employees have the opportunity to voice their concerns to workplace representatives, line managers or senior company management at any time. We pay particular attention to employee training and ensure that this focuses especially on market requirements, regulations and quality. Health and safety at the workstations are ensured by means of ongoing risk analyses and workstation design that complies with the statutory requirements. Possible risks are dealt with as part of the ongoing process of improving safety at the workstations. Thanks to regular briefings and awareness-raising actions, employees are made aware of remaining risks and trained in the correct action to take in emergency situations. In addition, a health promotion programme is in place within the company. In the context of this programme, various measures to maintain and improve the health of employees are offered and implemented.
Environment
A special, careful manner of dealing with energy and raw materials is at the forefront of people's minds and is traceable within our company. We demonstrate our environmental consciousness by sourcing large quantities of our energy for buildings and processes from regenerative energy sources and by using this energy as efficiently as possible. In addition, environmental contamination is avoided as far as possible. Residual contamination is treated within the scope of the applicable legal obligations, reduced to the bare minimum by means of controlled processes, and documented. Statistical recording of the material flows forms the basis for a constant process of improvement as far as our environmental policy is concerned.
Significant amounts of the energy for buildings and processes are obtained from regenerative sources and used as efficiently as possible. In 2000, the company was awarded the Energy Globe Award in recognition of this sustainable strategy.
The next Frauscher product training sessions will be held:
09. - 12. April 2013 (german)
23. - 26. April 2013 (english)
01. - 04. October 2013 (german)
15. - 18. October 2013 (english)
We will be happy to provide you with details on the training sessions or arrange an individual appointment with you on request.
Do you have questions regarding our training sessions, the schedule or registration? We will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
If you have questions, please contact:
Elke Gimplinger
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Providing our customers with the best possible support has always been a point of focus in our company philosophy. For many years now, this objective has been achieved through collaboration with partners in the various countries or by founding our own branches. Country-specific adaptations are guaranteed thanks to the modular system approach.
Using the FDS diagnostics system, our experts can support the maintenance personnel in servicing or fault rectification tasks via remote diagnostics, or can implement appropriate settings directly from headquarters.
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As the Chinese proverb says: „When the winds of change blow, some people build walls and others build windmills.“
In these times of ongoing change, we, like you, are focussing on innovation. A proactive strategy brings stability and we have some interesting solutions to help our customers increase their efficiency.
Our continuous improvement drive has also extended to our marketing activities, as can be clearly seen from the latest edition of our customer magazine "ultimate rail".
Likewise, our innovative ideas have not stopped at our web 2.0 applications. The new-look Frauscher homepage provides users with news from the various industry segments as well as an innovative information tool. In fact, our main aim in renovating our website was to provide you, our customers, with a quick and convenient source of up-to-date information.
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We would like to remind you once again of the Wheel Detection Forum 2011. We encourage you to register as soon as possible because the number of participants is limited.
Under the slogan
"Reliable and efficient railway operation
thanks to innovative wheel detection and
axle counting technologies"
We appear on 28 and 29 September 2011 at the company headquarters of Frauscher Sensortechnik GmbH, St. Marienkirchen. With the “Wheel Detection Forum”, we offer a platform for experts and opinion leaders on the topic of sustainable signal technology.
More information on the forum can be found in the enclosed invitation and under www.wheeldetectionforum.com
Best wishes from St. Marienkirchen,
Dipl.-Ing. Michael Thiel
Managing Director
Use future technology today.
www.frauscher.com
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Recently the first Wheel Detection Forum went smoothly. We hope you had time for interesting discussions and gain personal insights. By you participation you have contributed to the success of this event, as the experience of experts was a very important component of this forum.
More information can be found at:
www.wheeldetectionforum.com
On this website you have the change to watch all the lectures as a podcast, to download as PDF or you simply run over the pages online. You can also find statements from participants and a number of pictures around the event.
Your opinion is important to us, so we ask you about your FEEDBACK to the event. All requests and suggestions are important in order to make improvements in organization and arrangement of future Wheel Detection Forums.
We hope that you will positively treasure the first Wheel Detection Forum and are looking forward to welcoming you next time. You may like to recommend this event.
Best regards
Michael Thiel
Managing Director
Frauscher Sensortechnik GmbH is the leading supplier of inductive sensor technology for use in the rail industry. The company was founded by Josef Frauscher in 1986 and employs more than 90 people. The export ratio of the company is 90%. Frauscher Sensortechnik's portfolio includes the development, planning and production of innovative, highly-available and secure sensor technology, as well as wheel detection and axle counting systems for a very wide range of technical rail applications. This also includes individual planning and project engineering, as well as support during installation and commissioning. A comprehensive range of training opportunities allows the operator to install systems independently, operate them in the long term, maintain them and configure them as required.
Against the backdrop of the Austrian-Kazakh economic forum held in Vienna in late October, the Kazakh railway “Kazakh Temir Zholy” and Frauscher Sensortechnik signed a trilateral memorandum concerning strategic collaboration. Frauscher will adapt the axle counting system ACS2000 in accordance with the specific requirements for the modernisation and expansion of Kazakhstan’s rail network, and test this in the field.
The first trial systems have already been commissioned in collaboration with the local partner “Kazcenterelectroprovod”. On the occasion of a working visit to Vienna at the same time, the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Nursultan Nasarbajew, personally enquired as to progress of the project and the technologies being put to use.
The axle counting generation FAdC® and FAdC®i with serial interface attracted many visitors.
The new software tool for planning, configuration, diagnostics and simulation was of particular interest. Moreover all the various applications of our broad product portfolio in the area of wheel detection were impressively presented. CEO Michael Thiel summarized the exhibition as follows: “An extremely positive customer response was very welcome for the company. Frauscher’s newly generated exhibition booth further strengthened the position as technology leader for wheel detection and axle counting system.”
The ability to determine speed is growing in importance for a wide range of tasks. The Frauscher measuring system VEB provides information on speed, status and diagnostics simply and economically, via a serial interface in real time. With the assistance of our wheel sensor ranges, this evaluation can take place using just one sensor.
A highlight is the Frauscher Advanced Counter system (FAdC), which represents the latest generation of axle counting systems, based on a fail-safe serial interface. Its open communication interface allows for optimal integration into the signalling system and for reduction of components.
Find out more about current Frauscher-projects in the UK, such as the modernisation of railway between Crewe and Shrewsbury at Network Rail as well as the new solutions for Safety measures for level crossings.
We are pleased to welcome at our stand L30 in hall 3.
We kindly ask you to arrange an appointment in advance.
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The modernisation of the polish CMK line operated by PKP is an extraordinarily important project. Frauscher has successfully developed and established customer-specific solutions for the most important high-speed line in Central Eastern Europe based on long-standing, intensive cooperation with local signal technology manufacturers, authorities and operators.
Janusz Mikolajczyk, Managing Director Frauscher Polska Sp. z o.o: "The modernisation of the CMK line is another important contract for the renovation of the Polish system."
Outlook
Approval for the Eac-95 block system in conjunction with the ACS2000 is anticipated before the end of the year. Frauscher Polska is currently working with PKP and other partner companies on new solutions relating to rail crossing safety systems, block lines, etc. Initial tests have produced very promising results.
In order to guarantee that this top-quality support is always available quickly and with the flexibility and efficiency one would expect from Frauscher customer support, Frauscher has decided to sign up some capable partners. Given appropriate training and practical experience, they can then provide sensor technology on Frauscher's behalf as "certified service partners".
The main roles of the "certified Frauscher service partners" are:
- setup and commissioning of test installations;
- assembly and commissioning support;
- other support functions (e.g. software updates, etc.);
- troubleshooting and analysis.
Since it was certified, L&B has already taken on several service orders on behalf of Frauscher. Among others, these included commissioning the ACS2000 axle counting system, a field trial in Siegdorf (ICE line) and a software update for RSR123 in Germany (Chemnitz, Döbeln, Waldheim, etc.). More service work is planned, including some in Denmark.
More information on L&B can be found under:
Training and educating customers is one of Frauscher‘s key priorities, alongside the provision of safe and readily available components.
The training fully enables customers and operators to independently plan, operate and maintain their own installations.
The next Frauscher product training sessions will be held:
18.-20. April 2012 (German)
25.-27. April 2012 (English)
We will be happy to provide you with details on the training sessions or arrange an individual appointment with you on request.
If you have questions, please contact:
Elke Gimplinger
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EXPO1520, Moscow
The third International Rail Salon Expo1520 took place in Moscow, Russia, from 7 – 10 September 2011.
We were also represented as co-exhibitors at the Elteza Russia booth. www.expo1520.ru
TRAKO, Poland
TRAKO 2011 - the International Railway Fair - took place from 11–14 October in Gdańsk, Poland.
Frauscher Polska Sp. Z o.o. warmly welcomed to the fair interested visitors from all over the world. The focal points of the presentation were the Magnetic Noise Receiver (MNR), a mobile measuring system for the analysis of vehicle magnetic fields, the tried-and-tested axle counting system ACS2000 and the wheel sensors RSR180 and RSR123.
The website to the TRAKO
The two-day Wheel Detection Forum took place, for the very first time, at our premises at the end of September. The forum represents an international meeting point for experts from the sector, for discussions on the topics of wheel detection and axle counting, and was initiated and organised by Frauscher. This knowledge-sharing forum is designed to impart up-to-date and sound knowledge and expertise on the planning, operation and maintenance of signalling technology. The participants and contributors should learn from one another and benefit from the open dialogue and exchange of experiences.
Over 70 guests from 16 countries were able to use this opportunity to garner information on new developments and trends in wheel detection and axle counting. The communal exchange of experiences with experts from various stakeholder organisations, such as operators or manufacturers of signalling and interlocking systems, as well as specialists from Frauscher Sensortechnik GmbH, was deemed to be very productive.
For more information and for the podcasts and downloads of the presentations, go to: www.wheeldetectionforum.com. Due to considerable interest, the Wheel Detection Forum will be organised once every two years in future. On the homepage it is already possible to register for the invitation list for the next meeting to be held in the autumn of 2013.
With the "Wheel Detection Forum", we offer a platform for experts and opinion leaders on the topic of sustainable signal technology. Topics such as optimum integration of the wheel detection and axle counting systems in interlocking technology, track vacancy detection, speed checking equipment are discussed here.
Under the slogan
"Reliable and efficient railway operation thanks to innovative wheel detection and axle counting technologies"
We appear on 28 and 29 September 2011 at the company headquarters of Frauscher Sensortechnik GmbH, St. Marienkirchen. We encourage you to register as soon as possible because the number of participants is limited.
More information on the forum can be found under
www.wheeldetectionforum.com
Test on an item carried out on site, to prove that it is correctly installed and can operate correctly
