Axle Counting without limits

Frauscher Advanced Counter FAdC

Safe and reliable axle counting solution

Flexibility is key: The Frauscher Advanced Counter FAdC enables a wide variety of configurations, and is suitable for use in small, large and complex systems. It has proven its high reliability in projects worldwide, remaining available in all climatic conditions. The Frauscher Safe Ethernet FSE, as well as other customized protocols, can enable simple and reliable integration.

Benefits at a glance

Simple and flexible configuration

Software interface

Flexible architecture and scalable structure

Low maintenance requirements

Minimized life cycle costs

Simple installation and project management

Multiple possibilities, one goal: Optimum railway operation

The combination of outdoor and indoor components of the FAdC creates a solid and reliable data base that helps support operators in running their trains safely and efficiently.

The trackside equipment consists of the robust, IP68-certified Wheel Sensor RSR180, rated at SIL4 level, ensuring reliable axle counting. Additionally, sturdy trackside connection boxes and Frauscher rail claws support seamless operations and allow for installation in just a few minutes, without drilling the rail.

Via the trackside connection box, the wheel sensors are connected to the indoor system with cables where all signals are collected, analyzed and processed. All components of the indoor system are perfectly designed for axle counting and data communication.

The special scalability of the FAdC also comes into play within the indoor enclosures: The system’s components present the operator with substantial savings in terms of space, power use and time – with savings that increase proportionally with the size of the project.

In action

Frauscher Advanced Counter FAdC

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Track Vacancy Detection

CBTC secondary

Grade crossing protection

Switch Point Protection

FAdC speaks standard and individual protocols

Connection between the FAdC and high-performance electronic interlockings can be implemented either via a customer-specific protocol or the Frauscher Safe Ethernet FSE protocol.

Frauscher Connect is the common interface for all Frauscher products. It provides information to interlockings, diagnostic systems and Frauscher Insights in a secure manner.

The population of the Frauscher axle counters FAdC brings many benefits, especially in regard to reliability and it was proved right as they are performing exceptionally well. Knowing the Frauscher team is available to answer any technical queries, gives me confidence and I look forward to a trouble free system on the Island Line.
Ronnie Bignell

Network Rail

Fault protection included

The Supervisor Track Section STS and Counting Head Control CHC functions of the FAdC recognize and rectify faults, providing increased system availability.

The STS is an automated fault correction feature. It enables the system to automatically reset itself if an error caused by an external disturbance occurs.

Using CHC, counting heads can be switched to stand-by mode if adjacent track sections are clear. This unique feature helps avoid counting errors and the generation of fault messages if external factors such as road traffic, metal objects from maintenance activities / vehicles or debris on track surfaces cause interferences.

Video series

Frauscher Talks: Frauscher Advanced Counter FAdC®

Explore the features of the Frauscher Advanced Counter FAdC®—a state-of-the-art axle counting system designed for modern railway operations. With modular architecture, SIL 4 safety certification, Ethernet connectivity, EULYNX compatibility and advanced features for greater system availability including Counting Head Control CHC and Supervisor Track Section STS, the FAdC® is an ideal solution for a wide array if projects.

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Using diagnostic data smartly

As a higher-ranking diagnostic system, Frauscher Insights Diagnostics allows the data from train detection to be viewed on a clear dashboard. An integrated track plan enables the visualization of the diagnostic data, as well as the logging of errors and warnings. This allows the operator to react before a failure occurs.

Frauscher Advanced Counter FAdCi

The FAdCi is a cost effective version of the FAdC axle counter, developed specifically for use in classification yards, industrial facilities and some public transit applications.

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At the Charlotte Area Transit System, frequent false red signal overruns resulted when electromagnetic interference caused “bobbing” of the line’s audio frequency track circuits. The Frauscher Advanced Counter FAdC was subsequently considered as an alternative to these track circuits to eliminate the occurrence of false red signal overruns.
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The operator of the Graz-Köflacher Bahn has made substantial modernisations to the network, choosing a decentralised system architecture and the EULYNX standardised interface. In this case, it was crucial that the new system would ensure a seamless transition from the previous parallel interface for relay systems to EULYNX.
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Fenghuang Maglev

Fenghuang Maglev is a medium-low speed maglev rapid transit line. Since maglev trains do not have wheels, traditional wheel-based detection systems cannot be directly applied to maglev traffic engineering.
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Frauscher supplied one of Finland’s busiest railway lines with new axle counters. The line was extended from a single to a double track section and Mipro was looking for a solution which can interface with their interlocking system in an efficient and cost effective way.
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