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Cargo automation
Greater efficiency and safety in cargo transport
Intelligent solutions for more efficiency and safety in cargo transport
Cargo automation
Today, the level of automation
in rail operations is taking on
a key role with regard to the
quality of all processes. The
performance of systems and
procedures has a high impact
on cost-effectiveness for rail
operators.
That is why Siemens supports
the effectiveness of cargo
transport with state-of-the-art,
sophisticated technology, for
example for simulation, control,
dispatching and monitoring –
for every requirement imposed
on modern, market-based train
and shunting operations.
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This is of particular relevance for
individual wagon rail traffic. Quality and
safety are decisive in ensuring trouble-
free operations in train formation yards.
A high level of automation – from
train arrival to departure from the train
formation yards – simultaneously entails
the optimization of all transport services.
Your benefits at a glance
Optimized transport services through
the optimal use of resources
Increased transport safety and quality
More effective process design
Enhanced information quality
Continuous flow of information
in the transport chain
Investment security through
simulation and studies
As global market leader in cargo trans-
port automation, Siemens is repeatedly
setting new benchmarks with intelligent
and high-performance process control
systems. Siemens thus enables cargo
transport operators to make extensive
use of their track and vehicle resources.
The specialists at Siemens have been
bringing their competence in the field
of marshaling systems to bear in the
development of information and control
systems for many years.
State-of-the-art technology from Siemens
ensures efficiency, safety and high avail-
ability in many marshaling yards through-
out Europe and the rest of the world.
High-quality performance, a focus on the
customer, and modern project manage-
ment ensure that cost frameworks are
adhered to, commissioning takes place
on schedule and projects are adapted
to the individual requirements of the
customer.
Train formation yards in Europe – controlled by Siemens

Cargo automation international

Selected examples
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1 Kouvola 6 Maschen 11 Kijfhoek

Marshaling Yard Marshaling Yard Marshaling Yard
East-west axis for cargo Crossroads for North The Netherlands’ gateway
transport in Finland and Germany’s cargo to the world
gateway to Eastern Europe transport

2 Hallsberg 7 Seelze 12 Antwerp

Marshaling Yard Marshaling Yard Marshaling Yard
Crossroads for Sweden‘s North Germany’s hub for Belgium’s gateway to
cargo transport to conti- east-west cargo transport the world
nental Europe in Germany

3 Malmö 8 Mannheim 13 Limmattal

Marshaling Yard Marshaling Yard Marshaling Yard
Cross-border transport Trans-European Switzerland’s central
between Sweden and crossroads for cargo cargo yard
continental Europe transport

4 Vaidotai 9 Munich 14 Chiasso

Marshaling Yard Marshaling Yard Marshaling Yard
Eastern Europe Germany’s gateway to Cross-border transport
Corridor IX Southern Europe between Central Europe
and Italy

5 Hamburg Alte Süder- 10 Vienna Central 15 Villach

elbe Marshaling Yard Marshaling Yard Marshaling Yard
Fast cargo handling at Austria’s central cargo Austria’s gateway to
Germany’s gateway to the transport hub South-east Europe
world

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Efficiency for train formation operations – Trackguard Cargo MSR32
Control systems
Automatically safe:
humping operations
From the approach movement to the
grouping of wagons in the classification
tracks – after activation of the automatic
system, the entire process operates inde-
pendently. The system ensures control
of the humping locomotive so that the
wagons of the incoming train approach
the hump and are humped at the correct
speed. By simulating all humping opera-
tions, the humping speed is effectively
varied taking into account the topogra-
phy and the physical conditions of the
surrounds and the wagons.
Efficiency and safety characterize the
train formation process with Siemens’
Trackguard Cargo MSR32 system. The
correct points are thrown at the appro-
priate time so that the wagons can reach
their predetermined classification tracks.
Retarders automatically controlled by the
system vary the speed of the wagons so
that the humping operation takes place
without mutual hindrance or damage in
the sorting zone.
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If required by the topography and wagon
properties, the system controls the haul-
age equipment which pushes the wagons
into position ready for coupling in the
classification tracks.
Many protective functions in the system
ensure that this highly complex control
process enables humping operations
taking into account the safety required.
Brakesmen are no longer deployed here.
Hump control systems
The Trackguard Cargo MSR32 from Siemens
automates the humping procedure in train
formation yards. The operator can start,
stop and modify automatic humping at
any time. The system provides optimal
operator guidance for this purpose.
Capacity-compliant speed control
with identical technology
Trackguard MSR32 TB kompakt
The Trackguard MSR32 TB kompakt lower
main retarder controller comprises the
basic and protection functions of the
MSR32 retarder controller. In the case of
gravity-control train formation yards with
low capacity requirements, it therefore
represents a cost-optimized control
system solution for humping operations.
It may be a first step towards a fully
automated high-capacity hump yard.
Thanks to the MSR32 technology, it can
be upgraded to a complete MSR32 hump
control system without any loss of invest-
ment.
The system is designed for all require-
ments governing lower main retarder
controllers. It offers high marshaling
quality and helps to reduce marshaling
damage. Little maintenance is required.
Installation, modification and commis-
sioning take place during operation.
Setting points in marshaling yard
operations MSR32 RaStw and
Switchguard DPC
Trackguard Cargo RaStw and Switchguard
DPC are designed as system components
for the automation of marshaling yard
operations both with protected shunting
routes and with decentralized and cen-
tralized electric points (DEP). Thus, these
systems offer a basis which can be expan-
ded from a small-scale solution to a high-
performance system, from a terminal to a
complex marshaling or stabling yard.
Trackguard Retarder TW-F/TW-E and Trackguard Retarder TKG
Retarder systems
To provide the customer with a perfect,
optimized solution, specific retarder ele-
ments are used for very different applica-
tions. By combining innovative, precision-
forged retarder elements and optimally
matched control technology, marshaling
yards’ operating and maintenance costs
can be optimized. The different retarder
systems have been in rugged operation
for many years now and thus form the
backbone for smooth operations.
Trackguard Retarder TW-F/TW-E – the
variable clasp retarder system for
speed control in train formation yards
In hump yards, retarders function as
important elements for controlling the
speed of humping operations. Retarders
in the sorting zones of hump yards
permit spacing between the differently
running wagons and in this way boost
the performance of hump yards.
Retarders have very different applications
and are also subject to very different
requirements. Conditions in the various
hump yards vary considerably. That is
why, in terms of their performance, the
retarders used should be of modular
design. The basic elements best remain Trackguard Retarder TKG piston retar-
identical whereas the number of basic der and TKG gradient compensation
elements and the length-dependent com- retarder – efficient speed control in
ponents vary. train formation yards
On classification tracks, piston retarders
This design principle is consistently are primarily used in speed control systems
applied with Trackguard Retarder TW-F/E for deceleration and coasting. Their effec-
retarders. Lower main retarders and clas- tiveness can be adjusted depending on
sification track retarders feature the same the speed involved.
basic elements. They can be fitted to one
or two rails and also vary in their face-to- Trackguard Retarder TKG piston retarders
face length. are automatically controlled by a hydrau-
lic valve system in the damper and need
This design principle is consistently not be supplied with power. The hydrau-
applied with Trackguard Retarder TW-F/E lic damper is the active retarder element
retarders. Lower main retarders and clas- and is based on a speed-controlled valve
sification track retarders feature the same system. Hydraulic dampers can be perma-
basic elements. They can be fitted to one nently set to different response rates and
or two rails and also vary in their face-to- damper forces.
face length.
Benefits of Trackguard Retarder
TW-F/TW-E
• Large range of performance features
• Low operating costs
• Good controllability
• Low emission levels
• Good operational and on-site
adaptability
• Scalability of retarders to the respective
application
• Low noise levels due to the use of
special retarder pads
• Low level of maintenance
• Elimination of hazardous workplaces
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Simple, fast, cost-effective
Systems for state-of-the-art marshaling operations
as well as for maintenance centers and depots
We cover three main service areas with
our process control systems: planning
and scheduling, hump control, and the
optimization of operations.
All process control systems have an
open, modular structure which allows
their seamless integration into existing
environments and the combination of
different systems. Another of the
systems’ assets is their far-reaching
migratability.
Terminal planning systems
Less achieves more. This motto holds true
when it comes to the operator control of
individual operations control systems in
rail traffic. A terminal planning system
which allows a large number of different
operations to be planned and scheduled
provides you with a view of systems and
resources at all times – and hence also
with greater safety and efficiency.
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Infrastructure and operations check-up
Intelligent simulation tools enable Siemens
employees to simulate operations in their
entirety based on individually definable
specifications – from the arrival of a train
to its departure. The simulation of opera-
tional sequences offers several advan-
tages. With its help, saving potential can
be established, yard productivity increa-
sed and possible problems detected in
advance and thus prevented.
Before the construction or modernization
of a train formation yard, Siemens specia-
lists can verify observance of the targets
set. They check whether the yard and
the associated systems can be imple-
mented in such a way that the desired
performance data is achieved with an
optimized infrastructure and operations
sequence. Siemens’ specialists are also
available to the rail operator after com-
missioning, offering a variety of mainte-
nance support services along with new
ideas to make operations even more
efficient and economical.
Operations management computers –
more efficiency and safety at mainte-
nance centers and depots
Punctuality, safety and efficiency in
passenger and cargo rail transportation
require the necessary locomotives,
wagons and multiple units to be available
in line with the relevant requirements.
This is the job of maintenance, inclu-
ding on-time train make-up. Vehicles
and trains are subject to corrective and
preventive maintenance and cleaned
at maintenance centers and depots.
Maintenance is performed in accordance
with the planned vehicle schedules at
closely planned, stipulated intervals.
Operations management computers en-
able efficient implementation with the
required high safety standard. In terms of
their overall complexity, the relevant pro-
cesses are to be planned, scheduled and
mapped with sequences, occupancies,
make-up and resources.
 The use of operations management com- IntelliYard – a framework for integra- Applications
puters boosts quality in the overall train ted marshaling yard operations • Report-in, booking, planning and
make-up process, including the required IntelliYard is a framework for integrated dispatching of trains
level of safety and punctuality, and thus marshaling yard operations. It serves to • Dispatching of tracks and shunting
altogether supports the optimization of optimize operational processes through movements
operations. to control at small- to medium-sized hubs • Tracking of vehicle locations within
as frequently encountered on industrial sites
System benefits and dock railways. • Setting of points and routes (DEP)
• Optimization of the entire maintenance • Data communication between the
process Its modular design on the basis of stand- parties involved (railway infrastructure
• Increase in reliability and operational alone individual components means that and transport companies)
safety IntelliYard can be suitably scaled to • Identification of vehicles and their
• Increase in availability (on-site preven- match any specific application. composition
tive maintenance and service) • Accounting of stabling charges and
• Standard reporting and evaluations services performed
• Start of the user interface via an inter-
net browser
• Complete, consistent network inte-
gration (no installation required) Web
• Official approval by the Federal German
Railways Office (EBA) IntelliYard Rail network patching
• Reduction in implementation times

Local shunter

Switchguard DPC

Trackguard Cargo SRC

• Wireless connection of wheel detectors

• Reduced cable and installation costs Clearguard WWS
• Easier multiple usage of wheel detectors
e. g. for: Power supply
– adjacent points
– wagon tracking with Controlguide Arkos RVT

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Trackguard Cargo MSR32 system for

automation of train formation yards
Greater efficiency and safety in cargo transport
Trackguard Cargo MSR32 – system for automation
of train formation yards
Cargo transport by rail will always be an alternative to road transport if goods
reach their destination more quickly, more reliably, more punctually and more
economically. What does this mean for railways? Transportation must be accelerated
and the transshipment time reduced. Modernization, primarily the automation
of marshaling yard operations, makes a key contribution. Siemens is a reliable
partner supporting railways in this area and contributing many years of experience,
competence and inventiveness.

Rationalization through modern
microcomputer technology
With expertise gained over 30 years
Investigations have shown that the
economical formation of trains is
fundamentally dependent on two factors:
• the rationalization of operational
sequences at all levels – from train
arrival to train departure and
• the maximum possible automation
of work cycles and humping / sorting
operations
To this end, Siemens has developed the
Trackguard Cargo MSR32 microcomputer
system for marshaling yards. MSR32
has mainly benefited from the precise
knowledge of customer requirements
and control procedures.
The result: a modular, open micro-
computer system which supports
adaptation to various performance
requirements. This is made possible by
the system structure and the powerful
performance of modern microcomputer
technology. This means that it is not
only smaller- and medium-capacity
facilities which can be equipped with
the Trackguard Cargo MSR32 system
and if necessary expanded step by step.
The system is predominantly suitable for
the automation of high-capacity yards.
Trackguard Cargo MSR32 is a multi-
microcomputer system. Siemens’ world-
wide tested Simatic automation system is
used. The microcomputers are connected
to each other and to the operator PCs
via a local data bus (LAN). In order to
minimize spare parts requirements and
maintenance costs, the same printed
circuit boards are used for all controller
types.
Application software
We speak the right language
The application software for the MSR32
system controllers and the operator
PCs works in a strictly problem-oriented
way and was written in high-level
programming languages. During
development, particular emphasis was
placed on consistently planned and
well-structured programming. All
system controllers are operated in real
time. The software can be configured
for special applications and various
procedures. Specific installation and
topology features are parameterized.
Hump control, operator control
and display system (ABAS)
Rapidly in the picture at any time
The MSR32 system is characterized by
optimal operator guidance and short
training and familiarization time. This
is achieved using a full-graphics user
interface with conventional Windows
PC operation.
The special hump control, operator
control and display system (ABAS)
consists of two standard PCs, two
monitors, one keyboard and one mouse.
One of the monitors shows the track
diagram at all times. It contains all the
information required by the operator,
such as track clear / occupied indications,
point positions, retarder operating state,
etc. Using a second monitor (operating
monitor), the traffic control staff use
a keyboard or a mouse to perform all
operating actions. This involves a man-
machine dialog. In addition to system
and installation status displays, online
help is also available.
Actuation of a function key facilitates
assignment change between track
diagram and operating monitor. Object-
oriented operation using the mouse
is then possible on the track diagram
monitor.

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 Control and display
equipment
Operations control

LAN bridge

Communication
system 1/2

LAN

Remote Cut routing Main retarder Lower main Secondary Propulsion Downhill gradient
locomotive control system controller retarder retarder equipment compensation
control system controller controller controller retarder controller

System highlights:

state-of-the-art control procedures

automatic fault detection with graded

responses to component failure

flexible response to operational irregularities

and bad runners with the aim of reducing
corner impacts and avoiding catch-ups

adaptation to variable weather conditions

adaptive control algorithms

approval for the control of shunting areas

all procedures successfully tested and field-

proven

installation and commissioning also

performed without interrupting operation

high-performance reference installations in

Germany and other countries

constant improvement and expansion of the

functional scope, e.g. full automatic control
ABAS operator console at Kornwestheim marshaling yard of the humping locomotive

MSR32 enables:

reduction in marshaling costs per wagon

MSR32 system
Siemens has drawn on its many years of
experience in the field of train formation
in order to develop the state-of-the-art
MSR32 system.
All procedures used have been tested
and field-proven. The performance
of installations in Germany and other
countries has proven the efficiency of
the system in rough marshaling yard
operations.
reduction in rolling stock transfer times and
thus a reduction in total transport times
reduction in shunting damage
fewer industrial accidents, since dangerous
work is taken over by the system
competitive life-cycle costs through support
of targeted, load-dependent maintenance

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Optimum overview at all times

Division of ABAS operating monitor

Window switchover menu Header:

date, time, logo, computer
Logging window: connection
list of operations executed
Operating window:
Indication window: Operator action menu bars, request
list of operating and fault for associated parameters
indications
Splitting list window for hump 2
Window switchover menu: contains data for trains with
switches between splitting list activated automatic control
and train overview windows

Track diagram or splitting list

display

Train overview window:

overview of trains on arrival
tracks

Splitting list window for hump 1:

contains data for trains with
activated automatic control

Track diagram monitor

(object-oriented operations possible here)

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Cut routing control
Danger detected – danger averted
Efficient cut routing control, i. e. fully
­automatic route setting for all cuts from
the hump to the sorting tracks, must be
both rapid and reliable.

The basis for this is the knowledge of the

locations of all wagons in the hump zone.
All wagon movements can be tracked
using wheel detectors.

The exacting demands in terms of the

availability of wheel detectors and the
necessity to detect the direction of
travel require the use of double wheel
­detectors. The cut routing control system
specifies corrective measures to ensure
that failure of a wheel detector does not
hinder the humping operation. Based
on the wheel detector indications, the
cut routing control system performs a
directional-type axle count and vacancy
detection. This ensures that points are
only operated when they are clear and
not bridged by overlong wagons. The
points are thrown as early as possible in
order to allow the timely introduction of
countermeasures, e. g. reversal of a set of
points which does not reach its end po-
sition, in the event of irregularities. The
cut routing control s­ ystem also offers the
option of diffusing dangerous situations,
setting trap points with clearance and
thus keeping s­ ucceeding cuts away from
dangerous areas. This is the responsibility
of the following system functions:
• early detection of bad runners
• cut monitoring
• “vehicle stationary” monitoring
• detection of impermissible wheel
­detector ­indications
Marshaling yard interlocking included In this case, the ABAS graphical user
One system – double the benefits interface remains available. The track
The cut routing control microcomputer diagram and operating monitors, how-
can also be used to set shunting routes. ever, are combined into one device.
The number and the path of the shunting
routes are freely configurable.
This means that several shunting routes
can be set simultaneously, provided they
do not cross and are clear of one another.
Shunting routes are usually released
automatically in sections behind the
departing train ­(vehicle). If a shunting
route is set in the opposite direction, the
computer ­automatically releases partial
routes which have not been passed and
have therefore not been released yet. The
­traffic control staff can, however, also
­release the shunting routes manually.

The trap points request can be used by
the cut routing control system and all
other controllers within the system (e.g.
retarder controllers).
These functions enable the control of
any number of shunting movements in
the hump zone or other marshaling yard
­areas. Trackguard Cargo MSR32 can thus
be implemented as an inexpensive
marshaling yard interlocking.

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Flexible technology – the answer to increased demands
Trackguard Cargo MSR32:
accurate, reliable and successful
Speed control
Time-optimized through the
hump zone
Speed control ensures optimally timed
braking of humped wagons without
damaging freight. Hydraulic clasp
retarders of the Trackguard Retarder
type are generally used for braking.
Depending on the system size and
automation level, one to three retarder
groups (main retarders, lower main
retarders and secondary retarders)
are installed. The BKINA (braking
deceleration dependent on the kinetic
energy to be dissipated) procedure, in
line with which all retarder controllers
work, guarantees optimum braking
procedures and a high level of accuracy.
Main retarders and lower main retarders
are controlled in such a way that the
entry speed of the wagons in the next
retarder group does not exceed the
maximum permissible speed and that
the distance between wagons necessary
for point throwing is ensured each time.
Different running times of good and bad
runners are equalized.
If the hump yard is not equipped with
secondary retarders, the lower main
retarder is controlled using the procedure
of “automatic lower main retarder control
for brakesman mode”. The entire hump
yard can be controlled by just one person
in this way. All displays and operations
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come under the control of the cut routing
control operation and display system.
In addition, automatic lower main
retarder control significantly improves
shunting quality: thanks to consideration
of the running qualities, a high level of
accuracy is achieved when complying
with the speeds calculated in the sorting
track. This makes the brakeman’s task
easier, improves quality and also results
in a high sorting track occupancy level.
The control procedure for the secondary
retarders is dependent on the required
humping performance of the overall
system. If the system has clearance and
closing-up propulsion equipment, braking
is down to a constant release speed of
between 1.25 and 1.5 m/s.
In medium-capacity hump yards,
secondary retarder control in line with
the target-shooting procedure provides
the most economical mode of full
automation. The cuts are retarded in
such a way that they reach their target
– usually the last wagon on the sorting
track – without exceeding the permissible
impact speed.
Variable nominal release speeds are
also generated by a combination of the
target-shooting procedure and closing-up
propulsion equipment. The front wagon
starting position can be varied on the
sorting track, energy-optimized.
Propulsion equipment
High tech for the optimum
Clearance equipment is responsible for
immediate clearance in high-capacity
systems of the last set of classification
points of long groups and the danger
zone behind the secondary retarders.
Closing-up propulsion equipment pushes
wagons into the exact position for
coupling on the sorting track.
The driving engines of both propulsion
systems are supplied by frequency
inverters which are controlled by
intermediate circuits. This guarantees
optimum efficiency of the overall system,
since only the energy required for the
current propulsion action is supplied.
In the case of retarding and reversing
procedures, energy is fed back into the
intermediate circuit.
In addition, the dynamic, variable-
frequency-supplied engines reduce wear
and lead to longer winding cable and
propulsion unit service lives. The torque /
speed controls applied allow precise
compliance with propulsion speeds and,
for the most part, avoidance of catapult
effects.
Only one closing-up propulsion unit per
track is used for the clearance target-
shooting and propulsion procedures,
with variable starting positions.
Downhill gradient compensation
retarders
Automation in the sorting track
Work on the track is generally avoided
in economical system planning. The
downhill gradient, for the most part
already available, is thus compensated
by downhill gradient compensation
retarders, to ensure that there is no
impermissible acceleration of heavy cuts.
The MSR32 controller achieves optimum
speed control of cuts on the sorting track.
Remote control of locomotives
Faster over the hump
In contrast to a system with manually
controlled humping locomotives,
humping performance can be increased
by at least 20 % with remote control of
the humping locomotive for the hump
approach and hump procedure.
At the start of the humping operation,
the maximum permissible humping
speed is calculated for each wagon.
This process takes account of track
parameters, the routes, and the
properties of wagons and cuts.
The humping speed calculated in this
way for each wagon is continuously
transmitted by radio to the humping
locomotive and automatically converted
by the latter for the individual wagons.
The humping speed is thus constantly
and optimally adapted to the humping
behavior of the wagons and cuts. Despite
increased humping performance, this
results in another considerable reduction
in the risk of wrong runners and corner
impact.
Logging
Fault location made easy
The Trackguard Cargo MSR32 system’s
comprehensive logging functions mean
that maintenance staff seamlessly
­re-examine the events, perform
an evaluation and respond early to
irregularities.
All operations and responses to
operations, as well as all indications of
irregularities, are recorded, in addition
to all events on the process control
level, e. g. process inputs and outputs.
The microcomputer activities for all
controllers can thus be re-examined later,
and any events can be localized quickly.
Logging the retarding procedures of all
retarders enables constant monitoring
of their status, and thus targeted
maintenance.
A remote diagnostic unit is installed
at Siemens which is accessible via a
state-of-the-art portal.
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Trackguard® is a registered
trademark of Siemens AG.

Siemens AG © Siemens AG 2014 The information in this document contains general

descriptions of the technical options available. The
Mobility Division required features should therefore be specified in each
Nonnendammallee 101 Printed in Germany individual case at the time of closing the contract. For
13629 Berlin PPG211 PA09140.5 the secure operation of Siemens products and solutions,
it is necessary to take suitable preventive action and
Germany Dispo 01000 integrate each component into a holistic, state-of-the-art
Order No.: A19100-V100-B981-X-7600 security concept. Third-party products that may be in use
should also be considered.

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Trackguard Cargo MSR32 RaStw

­marshaling yard interlocking
Greater efficiency and safety in shunting areas
Automation of shunting
operations with the
MSR32 system

Modern operations management in train formation yards and shunting areas with
a high level of efficiency and safety is made possible by optimal technical solutions
based on extensive experience in the automation and protection of rail operations.
Highly available technical equipment such as point machines, signaling systems,
control and display equipment and a microcomputer system configurable to specific
requirements are the basis for success. The MSR32 system family from Siemens
permits economical operations management with a high level of reliability and
safety.
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Trackguard Cargo MSR32 – The Trackguard Cargo MSR32 RaStw is
a module of the MSR32 system for the
intelligent rail automation automation of train formation yards.
through a modular system
concept With Trackguard Cargo MSR32 RaStw,
optimized ­marshaling operations with
a high level of ­efficiency are possible.
This marshaling yard interlocking type is
used in shunting areas without a hump.
Examples are:
• secondary areas in stations
• arrival and departure zones in sorting
yards
• stabling sidings for empty passenger
trains
• tracks inside sheds and service depots
Marshaling operations are dispatched
and controlled from a central operator
console (MMI) and performed using pro-
tected shunting routes. Depending on the
operational tasks, this MMI may be loca-
ted with the dispatcher of the shunting
area, the signalman (central operator) or
at some other appropriate site.
Trackguard Cargo MSR32 RaStw can be
combined with Switchguard DPC (figure
top left) and the MSR32 hump control
system for complex sorting yards (figure
top left). Interfacing options exist to sys-
tems for dispatching, control and status
monitoring (doors, ­in-track equipment)
and adjacent ­interlocking systems for
cross-interface operation.
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Approved in line with AK4 / SIL 2 (EN 50126, EN 50128, EN 50129)
Benefits of the MSR32 system family:
• modular, open microcomputer system
for a wide variety of shunting tasks
and yard configurations
• implementation of all operating
processes in shunting areas and all
shunting processes in sorting yards
• configurability for a combination of
various shunting areas with different
operating and shunting processes,
thanks to a standardized system
platform
• step-by-step extendibility to meet
growing requirements
• high economic efficiency owing
to a reduction in marshaling costs
per wagon
• high performance due to shortening
of the rolling stock transfer times
• very high marshaling quality through
reliable implementation of shunting
processes
• integration into modern transport
chains (cargo management system)
• installation, modification and
commissioning work on systems while
in service without any significant
operational disruptions (no track
­possessions)
• low maintenance and repair
requirements
• individual or turnkey technical
solutions from planning to
­implementation
Based on these benefits, the Trackguard
Cargo MSR32* RaStw marshaling yard
interlocking ­system component offers
an optimal ­basis for automation in all
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shunting areas.
Functionality and design to a high industrial standard

Technology of the Trackguard Cargo MSR32 RaStw

marshaling yard interlocking

The Trackguard Cargo MSR32 RaStw

marshaling yard ­­interlocking is based Router
on the MSR32 microcomputer system
for marshaling equipment. It has a
modular control platform and is designed Operator control system Admin LAN
for the diverse tasks in marshaling ope-
rations.

The major features are:

• consistent system architecture with the
fullest possible application of standard
technology modules from industrial Service PC
automation Communication system
• modular structure with networking Operating LAN
via a field bus
• installation of the indoor equipment in
a module building or existing buildings
(accommodation in a module building
Shunting route controller
enables in-factory prefabrication)
• arrangement of the computer
­controller and interface modules for Outdoor equipment
points, signals and wheel detectors
in control cabinets of the indoor
­equipment
• cable termination with ­lightning
­protection modules for e ­ lectronic • service and diagnostic PC for displaying • integration and monitoring of
­circuit boards, lightning and the process messages online, editing peripheral components and systems,
­overvoltage protection against ­ and displaying the archived data and such as doors, outdoor cleaning
induced overvoltages from the outputting statistics (this is usually ­facilities, train stops, etc., via
outdoor ­equipment installed in the computer room and can configured reaction-free interfaces
• uninterruptible power supply also serve as an emergency MMI for the and circuits
• ergonomic MMI with a Windows- interlocking) • use of standard rail automation
based graphical user interface (mouse • integration into the overall network as ­components (point machines,
control), window for messages and a controller for marshaling operations signals, wheel detectors) for the
special operator actions, support by as part of operations management ­outdoor equipment
means of online help functions by means of interfaces to dispatching
• archiving – all the data generated by systems and adjacent interlockings via
the process (process signals, operator configurable interfacing options
actions and responses) is stored in a
logging system with the date and time,
so that all the activities of the control-
lers can be re-examined later and pre-
ventive maintenance work performed

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Efficient, safe and flexible

Economically efficient rail operations

with Trackguard Cargo MSR32 RaStw

Functions of Trackguard Cargo

MSR32 RaStw

Basic functions
• signaled working in shunting areas
using protected shunting routes
• track vacancy detection by means of
axle counting circuits
• protection against conflicting ­
shunting movements by means
of flank ­protection points and
monitored signals at danger
• signal protection by means of color
light signals for shunting movements
• derailers to provide additional
­protection in particular areas
• selection and setting of shunting
routes on an MMI for marshaling yard
interlockings through object-oriented
operator control by computer mouse
• reverse moves with remainder route
release
• relief operator actions in the event
of a fault

Extended standard functions

• local area and route interfacing to
­adjacent interlockings
• integration and monitoring of other
technologies, such as train stops, door
controllers, etc.
• integration of train describer s­ ystems
for entering and stepping train numbers
• complete and long-term logging
and archiving of all operating and
incident data
• analysis of the archive data by remote
diagnostics to assist ­maintenance and
repair
• emergency operator control on the
service PC

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Efficient, safe and flexible

Economically efficient rail operations

with Trackguard Cargo MSR32 RaStw

Functional elements of
Trackguard Cargo MSR32 RaStw

Control and display equipment

Operator control of the interlocking
is from a central MMI. This generally
­comprises an operator PC with one
­monitor each for the track diagram
and an overview with the input options
and message window.

Depending on the yard topography, the

MMI can be equipped with additional
monitors for displaying the track layout.
All the standard and relief operator
actions are performed on the central
MMI. The shunting routes are set in the
track diagram very simply using a mouse
(object-oriented operator control).
Special states are also indicated by
audible alarms.

The MMI can be ­freely positioned in

line with operational ­requirements.
The installation of local control consoles,
from which, for example, permission can
be granted for specific actions, is also
possible.

Shunting route controller

The shunting route controller, ­together
with the communication computer, forms
the heart of the interlocking. This is where
all the functions are ­executed and moni-
tored. The basic version is ­implemented
using ­individual computers. To provide
increased ­availability as a dual-computer
system, a variant featuring redundancy is
also available.
Controllers for points, signals and
wheel detectors
Points, signals and wheel detectors are
controlled without any interaction via the
elements downstream of the shunting
route controller.
For connection to the shunting route
controller, a field bus is used. The field
element controllers are standardized and
modular in design and can, if necessary,
be installed at a separate location from
the shunting route controller.
Service
An optimal operational disturbance
management facility offers the operator
and maintenance staff a complete over-
view of the entire state of the yard.
The maintenance staff can obtain addi-
tional information and perform inputs.
The service PC can also be used as an
emergency console in the event of a
failure. In addition, remote interrogation
and remote diagnostics are possible on
the service PC.

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Reliable partnership from the word go

Planning – construction – service

Our success factors

• customer proximity
• technical competence for more than
three decades in the implementation
of marshaling yards
• high degree of flexibility
• outstanding quality to
DIN ISO 9001:2000
• mature technology (used in many
­marshaling yards in Europe)

Its wide functionality and flexibility,

Our services:
• interactive analysis of demands and
local consultation
• operation simulation with suggestions
for optimization, detection of problem
locations, optimization of ­locomotive
deploy­ment, wagon dispatching,
­operations control and maintenance
staff
• professional project management
• customization and extensions based on
individual demands
• training
• assembly and pretesting of the
­interlocking in Braunschweig
(testing using operation simulators)
• installation and commissioning
• operations support in the start-up phase
• servicing / maintenance / support
(hotline and remote diagnostic PC)
• operations management
excellent quality, expert service,
and presence in the world market
are factors that show that MSR32 is
a powerful, reliable control system
for automating shunting areas and
­marshaling yards.
Our many decades of experience in the
field of train formation have played a
major role in development of the Track-
guard Cargo MSR32 RaStw marshaling
yard interlocking.
The entire control system has been proven
in the field and is currently being used in
various variants by a wide range of railway
authorities throughout Europe.
As a result of the great flexibility of the
Trackguard Cargo MSR32 control system,
there are no limits to its application world-
wide. The ­economic efficiency and per-
formance of the facilities in use testify to
the ­successful application of this system
under harsh marshaling yard conditions.

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Trackguard Cargo MSR32 TB compact

lower main retarder controller
High-performance retarder control facility
for automating lower main retarders
High-performance retarder control facility for automating lower main retarders

Trackguard Cargo MSR32 TB compact lower

main retarder controller
Sophisticated technologies are essential for state-of-the-art operations and efficient utilization
of a marshaling yard. With the modular Trackguard Cargo MSR32* TB compact lower main
retarder controller, Siemens has developed a reliable, safe and economical solution. It is the first
step towards a fully automatic marshaling yard. Due to the modular system structure and ease
of integration into the MSR32 system family, the possibilities for modernizing marshaling yards
are unlimited.

Benefits of Trackguard Cargo
MSR32 TB compact
• modular, open microcomputer system
for controlling lower main retarders
(progressive extension up to high-
capacity yards)
• later integration into the MSR32 hump
control system (cut routing control)
• connection option to classification
interlockings (e.g. ADrS60)
• low maintenance and repair
requirements
• high shunting quality
• reduction in shunting damage
• installation, modification and
commissioning of systems while in
services possible, without delays to
normal operation (no track possessions)
• integration into modern information
systems (cargo management system)
• individual technical solutions or
turnkey solutions from planning
to implementation
Scope of functions
• Speed control
Automatic retarder control of up
to four lower main retarders in
accordance with the established
physical properties of the humped
wagon and the route, taking into
account the destination track
occupancy level. A solution involving
semi-automatic speed control with
specification of the target release
speed by the operator is also an option.
• Relay classification interlocking
control included
Connection to an existing classification
interlocking in relay technology
(e.g. ADrS60) makes routing control
via MSR32 TB compact possible
(with ADrS60, switching-zone code
activation). This involves using a PC to
record the cut data and the destination
track information, or automatically
read the cut data and destination track
information via a terminal planning or
train announcement system. Standard
technical dependencies (e.g. upper
retarders, automatic operation from
and to MSR32 TB compact) exist.
• Availability
Failures of individual components are
detected and bypassed by substitute
actions until they have been cleared.
The use of dual-computer systems
increases availability still further –
ensuring round-the-clock operability.
• Integration into the overall network
A lower main retarder controller is
one link in a transport chain (line,
terminal planning systems, marshaling
yard interlocking, etc.). MSR32 TB
compact is capable of data exchange
with higher-level cargo management
systems for handling of the humped
wagons (splitting data from the train
announcement).
• Ergonomics
The man-machine interface consists
of a PC with a graphical user interface.
Simple mouse clicks and online help
functions enable the entire process to
be controlled and displayed. The option
of semi-automatic lower main retarder
operation via a control desk is also
available.
• Data archiving
All the data generated during the
process (process signals, operator
actions and responses, information
concerning handled cuts) is stored by
means of a logging system with the
date and time (on a scale of a few
milliseconds) and can be edited and
printed out using tools on the service
and diagnostic PC. This enables all the
activities of the controllers to be re-
examined and preventive maintenance
measures to be implemented.

* MSR32 – Microcomputer system from Siemens

for marshaling yard operations based on 32-bit
processors
 Operator level
L AN
Control level
TB compact control cabinet consisting of:
– lower main retarder controller (TB compact-ST)
– interface equipment
– communication computer
(TB compact-K)
Printer
Outdoor equipment Interface to process
Light grid
Retarder
Weight measurement system
Radar
MA Machine system
Double wheel detector
Technical description of
Trackguard Cargo MSR32
• Siemens computers networked via LAN
• real-time multitasking operating
system for process control, application
software using standard programming
languages
• Windows-based graphical user
interface with mouse control, flat
screen or monitor as the man-machine
interface (MMI)
• track vacancy detection using low-cost
wheel detectors (proximity switches)
• Doppler radar devices for speed and
length measurement
• light grids (light curtains) for detecting
the space between wagon cuts
• weight measurement for determining
axle loads (bending torque evaluation)
directly at the rail
• connection to the DCF77 clock
• interface to higher-level terminal
planning systems via a LAN bridge
• technical signal-interlocked functions
• interfacing option with RS 232/RS 485
• control of hydraulic / electrodynamic
retarders
• lightning and overvoltage protection
against induced overvoltages from the
outdoor site
Operator console PC (VDT)
Mini-control desk
Remote diagnosis
tapping
Service computer (ISS)
MA
Standards
• EMC certificate in accordance with
CE standards: EN 50 081-2 and
EN 50 082-2 (the requirements from
ENV 50 121-4 are also covered)
Our services
• interactive analysis of demands and
local consultation
• operation simulation with
suggestions for optimization
• professional project management
• customization, extensions based on
customer demands
• training
• set-up and pretesting of the
installation in Braunschweig
(testing using operation simulators)
• installation and commissioning
• operations support in the start-up
phase
• maintenance / support (hotline)
• operations management
Our strengths
• customer proximity
• technical competence with over
30 years of experience
in the marshaling yard sector
• flexibility
• quality
• mature technology (used in many
marshaling yards in Europe)
Its wide functionality and flexibility,
excellent quality, expert service, and
market presence around the world are
factors that show that Trackguard Cargo
MSR32 TB compact is a powerful, reliable
system. Siemens has incorporated its
decades of experience in the field of train
formation into the development of the
Trackguard Cargo MSR32 TB compact
lower main retarder controller and
designed it to meet the latest technical
standards.
The Trackguard Cargo MSR32 TB compact
lower main retarder controller has been
practice-proven and is used – in its
different versions – by all kinds of railway
operators throughout Europe. Therefore,
no barriers prevent you from using the
high flexibility of the controller around
the world.
The economic efficiency and perform­
ance of the facilities in use have proven
the efficiency of the Trackguard Cargo
MSR32 TB compact lower main retarder
controller in rough marshaling yard
operations. Expert service from Siemens
helps you get your future railway
operations on track.
Trackguard® is a registered
trademark of Siemens AG.

Siemens AG © Siemens AG 2014 The information in this document contains general

descriptions of the technical options available. The
Mobility Division required features should therefore be specified in each
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13629 Berlin PPG212 PA09140.5 the secure operation of Siemens products and solutions,
it is necessary to take suitable preventive action and
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should also be considered.

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Controlguide Arkos automatic

composition checking system
Greater efficiency and safety in cargo transport
Efficient solution with process-compliant functionality

Controlguide Arkos:
perfectly organized cargo transport

Rail cargo transport is predicted to increase considerably within the next few
years. Intelligent solutions are therefore required to handle and control this
increase in cargo flows. At present, rail cargo transport is characterized by
competition with road transport. In order to be successful in this competition,
factors such as economic efficiency, performance, and reliability are crucial.
Controlguide Arkos provides a system for automatically recording wagons and
their composition in the train. This system results in a decisive improvement in
the control and monitoring of in-service processes.

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In terminals, in train formation yards and
at loading and unloading points, such as
ports and industrial railway systems, it is
important to know the exact composition
of wagons of arriving and departing
cargo trains for the purpose of handling
the processes efficiently. Furthermore,
at major ports and plant sites, it may be
necessary to identify wagons at certain
locations such as loading points, site
boundaries, etc.
The relevant demand is established
on the basis of different applications
such as:
• checking of the composition of trains
approaching train formation yards
• recording of wagons and their
composition at transfer points for
the control of operations
• recording of basic data for
accounting purposes
• input for the control of automatic
loading and unloading processes
• documentation for security and
other tasks
Needs-based solution
The Controlguide Arkos automatic com-
position checking system is to be used for
efficiently implementing a needs-based
solution for diverse requirements. This
is done by establishing the identity and
composition of wagons in a train on the
basis of measured data. The resulting
data provides the basis for ongoing
processes which are controlled and
monitored via the respective operations
management systems. This enables a
shortened transshipment time within
the overall process, linked to an enor-
mous increase in process quality.
Controlguide Arkos is a modular system
that combines several different measure-
ment methods depending on the require-
ments involved. Its basic component is
axle pattern recognition. As an option,
this component can be supplemented by
the possibility of recording the rotating-
axle mass. Other configuration levels
include the combination of axle pattern
recognition with RFID and/or image
recording.
Functions For other applications, a considerable
The basic principle involves recording increase in the level of automation
the wagons and their composition in can be achieved merely by the
the train while passing an Arkos reading documentation of recording results or
point. The recorded data of the train their transfer to other systems by way
is compared with the desired wagon of defined interfaces.
composition from an announcement.
The sensors of the Arkos system detect Which version of Controlguide Arkos is
characteristics of the wagons that used with which method depends on
provide clues to their identities. the application involved. Irrespective of
the selected type of characteristics to be
Typical characteristics include the recorded and the resulting technology,
axle pattern, the axle load and wagon axle pattern recognition is the basic
numbers. Depending on which method. This ensures that all wagons
characteristic or combination of in the train are at least recorded and
characteristics is used, precision mapped with their axle pattern. This
through to unique recognition is means, for example, that wagons can be
possible. recorded by means of RFID without all
the wagons having to be equipped with
In train formation yards, the actual RFID transponders.
wagon composition of the trains is
then compared with the announced
desired wagon composition and the
consistency of the data is checked.
This is done in interaction with the
terminal planning system. Thus,
wagon compositions announced in
the terminal planning system can
be verified using Controlguide Arkos.
The efficiency of inbound train handling
is enormously boosted by the fact that
the otherwise necessary manual activities
no longer need to be performed.
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The perfect solution
Controlguide Arkos Basic
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2 a
Controlguide Arkos Basic
Axle pattern recognition
In the basic version, one double-contact
wheel detector is installed at each reading
point. The system core also includes the
evaluation software on the Arkos compu-
ter which, as an option, can be provided
with a user interface. The software
package contains database modules for
master and event data. In order to span
larger distances, the recorded data is
processed at the measuring point by a
computer and sent to the Arkos computer
via a communication link. Cost-effective
installation is possible via a wireless
connection by means of detector radio.
As a rule, Controlguide Arkos Basic is
used in connection with the respective
automation system for dispatching and
operation of a train formation yard.
The double-contact wheel detector
measures the number of axles and the
distance between axles and calculates
the wagon length and sequence.
This bottom-up procedure enables
statements on plausibility with regard
topotential wagon classes.
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Controlguide Arkos Basic with its
outdoor components:
1 Wheel detector for axle pattern
recognition
2 Option: determination of axle load
(weight-sensing device)
3 Arkos computer
4 Terminal planning system
a Planned composition
b Validated composition
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Determination of axle load
A measuring device for wheel and axle
loads can be added to Controlguide Arkos
Basic, enhancing the system’s range of
applications by including the axle loads
in the checked composition data. This
information can also be included in the
wagon handling process or used as an
additional identification characteristic.
Benefits of Controlguide Arkos Basic:
• recording independent of ambient
conditions and equipment of wagons
• acceleration or elimination of the
process of checking inbound trains
• composition checking before inbound
handling
• reduction of undetected composition
errors
• acceleration of wagon handling
• reduction of wagon transfer time
• updating of dispatching data
• basic data for customer-specific
processes
The perfect solution
Controlguide Arkos RFID
Controlguide Arkos RFID
Wagon recognition via RFID
(radio-frequency identification)
In addition to the wheel detector for axle
pattern recognition, an RFID (write) read
module is located at the reading point
next to the track.
In addition to the axle pattern, all
wagons equipped with RFID tags can
be identified by way of the tag infor-
mation. The Controlguide Arkos RFID
concept is based on existing European
directives in the railway engineering
sector, such as the Technical Specification
for Interoperability (TSI), Rolling Stock/
Freight Wagons. Thus, for purposes of
unambiguous identification, vehicles are
provided with two RFID tags in line with
ISO 18000-6.
A considerable increase in productivity
and quality assurance of the railway
process are achieved by automatically
recording the vehicles and their cargo/
loading status at the entrance/exit and
relevant points within plant areas or
stations.
Controlguide Arkos RFID with its
outdoor components:
1 Wheel detector
2 Weight-sensing device
3 RFID transponder (tag on the wagon)
4 Antenna
5 Reader
Further benefits of Controlguide Arkos
RFID:
• unambiguous recognition of
vehicles and load carriers
equipped with RFID tags
• increased productivity and quality
assurance in the railway process by
automatically recording and tracking
vehicles and load carriers
• compatibility and future-proofness by
application of European directives (TSI)
• cost-effective introductory solution
for RFID technology in combination
with the axle pattern comparison
feature
• improvement in cargo management
and load control by the dynamic
information which can be stored
in the RFID tag as an option
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Efficiency, safety and cost-effectiveness
System benefits
Integrated functions –
high accuracy
Controlguide Arkos is designed to
check specified composition data from
a terminal planning system or announcing
system. Depending on the type of traffic,
this may already be possible through axle
pattern recognition. Controlguide Arkos
RFID and Controlguide Arkos Video
provide the possibility of qualifying
announced composition data of block
trains with wagons of the same class
once by combining several methods.
They also enable wagons to be further
tracked by means of simplified methods
such as axle pattern recognition.
A key feature of Controlguide Arkos is
the combination of different principles of
operation in one system. By individually
combining different modes of operation
and information sources, it is possible to
compensate for potential fault rates of
the various systems which may be en-
countered during recording. This
means that the system can optimally
be adjusted to the respective task
definition in terms of both information
and information accuracy.
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Effects when used in integrated
systems
Due to the integration of Controlguide
Arkos into systems for the dispatching
and automation of rail cargo traffic, such
as in train formation yards, industrial
railway systems and ports, effects are
achieved which cause their operational
efficiency to be considerably enhanced:
• automatic wagon tracking within
the system
• process acceleration
• improvement in process automation
• checking of inbound and outbound
trains and wagons
• increased safety
• verification and optimization of the
wagon schedule and the wagon fleet
• achievement of continuity and
transparency in transport and
transshipment processes
Our success factors:
• customer proximity
• technical competence with over
30 years of experience in the
marshaling yard sector
• flexibility
• quality
• mature technology (used in many
marshaling yards in Europe)
Its high level of functionality and flexi-
bility, excellent quality, expert service,
and market presence around the world
are characteristics which show that the
Controlguide Arkos automatic compo-
sition checking system is a powerful,
reliable system.
Siemens has drawn on its many years
of experience in the field of train for-
mation in order to develop this system
and implement it in line with state-of-
the-art technical standards.
The economic efficiency of the facilities
in use testifies to the successful appli-
cation of Controlguide Arkos under
marshaling yard conditions. Competent
and efficient service from Siemens
helps to point the way for future railway
services.
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trademark of Siemens AG.

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descriptions of the technical options available. The
Mobility Division required features should therefore be specified in each
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13629 Berlin PPG214 PA09140.5 the secure operation of Siemens products and solutions,
it is necessary to take suitable preventive action and
Germany Dispo 01000 integrate each component into a holistic, state-of-the-art
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should also be considered.

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Services for marshaling yard

­operations
Cargo management systems – simulation, examination and support
Effective organization, planning and implementation of maintenance and repairs

Technical support and diagnostics

Nobody combines profound expertise and decades of experience with the most
diverse control equipment more than the developers and suppliers of this technology
themselves. This is a competence which we are happy to extend to you. Use our
support and minimize your maintenance and repairs to an absolute minimum. To do
so, our service is available at three different intervals: constant, quarterly or annually.

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 We will check and analyze the status of
your systems using our remote
diagnostics system, and provide you with
­problem report management using
modern software tools.
Permanent standard support services:
• receipt of problem reports via software
tools, and also by telephone, in writing
or by e-mail
• securing of information for fault
analysis and online remote
diagnostics by telephone
• fault analysis and correction in
collaboration with the on-site
personnel at the facility concerned
• monthly remote diagnostics including
analysis of the fault statistics and
operations logging
• results report including analysis report
Extended quarterly support services
The objective of maintenance strategies
is to ensure a high level of availability
and to minimize operative problem
management. This is achieved by means
of the cyclically preventive detection of
problems. Remote diagnostic systems
offer cost-effective conditions for this
purpose:
• examination and analysis of status
entries and parameters
• checking and evaluation of fault
indications and statistics
• examination and analysis of system-
internal software modules
• checking of the data resources for
installation-specific parameters
• analysis of process parameters for
performance and quality
• checking of the parameterization
of marshaling equipment including
analysis of the load statistics and
evaluation of the wear behavior
• trend analyses and precision and load
statistics
• updating of parameter specifications
through remote diagnostics
• summary result report on the basis of
analysis and result reports
• recommendations relating to
conspicuous one-off occurrences
Extended annual support services
• acceptance of a problem report from
the service group and recording of
relevant events and problems
• inspection and checking of spare parts
stockage
• replacement of modules from the
spare parts stocks and from the passive
system into the active system
• checking of the accepted software
revision level on all PCs and the control
software
• restoration of the current initial state
• checking of redundant components
for fail-safety and failure indications
• checking of the general condition of
the indoor equipment, e.g. condition,
accessibility, safety and cleanliness of
the control cabinets and workstations
• testing of the remote diagnostic
connection to the location of the
support group in Brunswick
• support of the service group’s cyclical
test work on the power supply system
(UPS)
• support report on findings, necessary
work and recommendations
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Increasing performance and quality in gravity hump yards

Dimensioning and simulation programs

ABLAUFBERG and PC-Simu

The requirements and the material in rail cargo transport are constantly changing.
In order to determine the optimum facility and equipment parameters for each case,
we use modern software tools – the new simulation programs ABLAUFBERG and
­PC-Simu. We test and dimension marshaling yard equipment and the hump and track
profiles for your facilities. The result? Improved safety, better economic efficiency
and greater performance.

Humping of a long cut of wagons

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Main components of
ABLAUFBERG and PC-Simu:
• software tools on the basis of data­
bases with all known operating, facility,
wagon and marshaling equipment data
• interactive operation and numerical
and graphical representation
• determination of procedures
and functions in hump yards and
descriptions of properties
• parameterization of facility, influence
and equipment data
• humping operations simulation and
evaluation of the speed curve of cuts
Our services with ABLAUFBERG
and PC-Simu
Our examinations include all shunting
and humping operations at the facility,
with the aim of assessing and
dimensioning from the point of view of
hump characteristics.
References
To date, the ABLAUFBERG program has been
used, for example, by the following railways and
companies:
• German Railways (DB AG):
Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd Marshaling Yard
• Bahnverket (Sweden):
Hallsberg Marshaling Yard
• Swiss Federal Railways (SBB):
RSR Chiasso
ABLAUFBERG is a SIMCON s.r.o. (SK) product. PC-Simu is a Siemens product.
The focal points of the examinations are:
• statements about hump conditions:
– target distance for the worst speed and time of cuts currently in
permanent bad runner and
hump height
– checking or dimensioning of
retarders
– calculation of route separation at
the last set of points
– determination of the permissible
humping speeds
– estimation of sorting track
occupancy and the closing-up effort
• statements about the expected
operative restrictions:
– clarification of the rolling resistance
limit for a badly running individual
wagon which comes to a halt
behind the secondary retarder
– other specific hump yard properties
Results and usage options:
• calculation of distance, acceleration,
motion
• determination of running dynamics
through the acceleration or braking
forces of gradients, curves, points,
rolling resistances, drag as well as
retarders and closing-up equipment
• results data and suggestion for the
optimum state of the hump yard in
terms of topology and performance
data for marshaling equipment
• savings potential in terms of infra­
structure, equipment and personnel
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Process simulation and optimization of railway operations

Villon-Builder Marshaling Yard

Edition (MYE) simulation system

It is always possible to further increase the efficiency of railway operations and to

develop savings potential. We use the new Villon-Builder MYE simulation system to
check your operating procedures and track infrastructure quickly, thoroughly and
economically. On this basis, you can accelerate transport and transshipment times,
increase operating safety and punctuality or implement targeted investment for
modification and modernization.

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Main components of Villon:
• an algorithm package and an Model data
experimental virtual environment for Train generator Function editor Track network Resources
the optimization of infrastructure and
operating procedures Timetable data Function network Track Personnel
• instruments for editing and
­experi­menting with the simulation Wagon data (PVG) Function description Track functions Locomotives
model
• determination of functions in yards
and description of properties
• several options for the application Operator-guided simulation with model data variation
of specific procedures and results
analyses (e.g. simultaneous formation, Result data
Personnel/locomotive
staggered target-shooting, cost finding) requirements
Raw train data Function data Occupancy data

Our services with Villon

Using the specifications of your current
or future operating program, we will
perform:
• verification of the planning and
design of yard infrastructure
• development and verification of
technical and operating procedures
• optimization of the structure and use
of resources
• examination of the effects of changes
with regard to resources, infrastructure
and organization as the result of new
timetables, construction work, etc.
Actual / target determination:
• analysis of track requirements
• checking of personnel requirements
• analysis of operating costs
• checking of new operating
technologies
• analysis of bottlenecks and weak points
Wagon statistics Function statistics Track statistics Resource statistics
Facility costs Infrastructure costs Personnel and locomotive costs
Operating and handling costs / marshaling costs per wagon
Results and usage options:
• animation of all activities, runs, and • results data for savings potential in
occupancy at any simulation speed, terms of infrastructure, personnel,
with the option of fixing snapshots locomotive use and transport
• availability of results data as timing performance – particularly significant
schemes, e.g. occupancy, activities for increasing the economic efficiency
and downtimes of the railway operator
• availability of the results as distributed • export of results data to MS Office
statistics, including performance data, files for animation and presentation
labor input / expenditure, infrastructure to those responsible for operating,
utilization, personnel allocation, etc. technical and investment decisions
• data availability and applicability
for further planning

References
To date, the Villon system has been used by the
following railways and companies:
• City of Hamburg:
Hamburger Hafenbahn,
Alte Süderelbe Marshaling Yard
• Chinese Railways: Mudan-jiang
• German Railways (DB AG):
Mainz-Bischofsheim Marshaling Yard
Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd Marshaling Yard

Villon-Builder is a SIMCON s.r.o. (SK) product.

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OMS – operations management system

More efficiency and safety at maintenance centers and depots

Punctuality, safety and efficiency in passenger and cargo System benefits

rail transportation require the necessary locomotives,
cars and multiple units to be available in line with the
relevant requirements. This is the job of maintenance
including on-time train make-up. Vehicles and trains are
subject to corrective and preventive maintenance and
cleaned at maintenance centers and depots.
Maintenance is performed in accordance with the
planned vehicle schedules at closely planned, stipulated
intervals. Operations management systems (OMSs)
enable efficient implementation with the required high
safety standard. In terms of their overall complexity, the
relevant processes are to be planned, scheduled and
mapped with sequences, occupancies, make-up and
resources.
• Optimization of the entire maintenance process
• Increase in reliability and operational safety
• Increase in availability (on-site preventive maintenance
and service)
• Standard reporting and evaluations
• Start of the user interface via an internet browser
• Complete, consistent network integration
(no installation required)
• Official approval by the Federal German Railways Office
(EBA)
• Reduction in implementation times (standardization)

The use of operations management systems boosts

quality in the overall train make-up process, including
the required level of safety and punctuality, and thus
altogether supports the optimization of operations.
Maintenance center over views of multiple units and cars
Needs-based solution with OMSs
The entire process chain is mapped from the moment
the train enters the maintenance center until it leaves
it again. Maintenance and make-up are supported on
a continuous basis. At the same time, OMSs inform
staff about the current operating state of the entire
maintenance installation and show current track
occupancy both throughout the center and on the entry
and exit lines. The necessary scope of maintenance work
such as
• plannable regular work
• repairs
• wheelset diagnostics and replacement of wheelsets /
bogies
• indoor and outdoor cleaning
• catering
• emptying of WC tanks
• fresh supplies of water
can be performed both in parallel and on different
work levels. All sequences are precisely planned ahead
and coordinated with regard to each other. The entire
maintenance process is organized, transparently
visualized and logged. For this purpose, workplaces,
large-sized displays and operating data acquisition
terminals are located around the maintenance center.
Facilities and equipment such as wheelset diagnostic
systems or outdoor cleaning facilities are linked to the
OMS to provide an overview of the overall process.
By communicating with the systems in the interlocking,
the OMS tracks trains both within the maintenance
center and on the entry and exit lines and automates
entries into and exits from the shed. The process covers
both operations management for maintenance and
make-up and staff safety.
Detailed track views
The functions of the OMS include the following:
• visualization and operator control of the equipment
and facilities
• automated control of entries into and exits from the
maintenance shed
• mapping of shed occupancy
• train tracking with train and vehicle numbers
throughout the center
• administration and visualization of train composition
data and track segments
• log-on and log-off of staff on the trains
• documented communication between all persons
involved in the process
• acquisition of operating data to indicate work
performed on trains
• administration and visualization of vehicle schedule
data
• message system and archiving
• exchange of data with production systems in
manufacturing and rail operations
• quality data export
Constructional details and functions
Due to the central function of the OMSs within a
maintenance center, the requirements in terms of
availability and reliability may be extremely high. This
is why a system is used which is both distributed and
scalable in line with the respective requirements.
The main computers form the basis for monitoring and
controlling the maintenance equipment. The database
computers administer the master data and the message
archive, whereas dedicated workstation computers
implement communications to third-party systems.
Depending on the availability requirements, all these
components can be designed as hot-standby, redundant
components.
 Administration and visualization of vehicle schedule and train composition data
Standard PCs are used as operator control and monitoring
computers by the operations coordinators, on the
shopfloor and in the offices. In view of the fact that
the OMS user interface can be called up via a standard
browser (e.g. Internet Explorer or Firefox), it can be
integrated into the respective operator's communication
and network environment completely and without being
explicitly installed at workplaces on site. This means that
users with adequate authorization are provided with
access via standardized workplaces at any time and for
more than one location.
Operating data acquisition terminals can be installed both
in the maintenance sheds and alongside the outdoor
tracks. These terminals are operated contactlessly by
chip for staff log-on and log-off and for reporting that
work has been completed. Large-sized displays with
train numbers, times and a description of the work
involved are used for visualization at the workbays in the
maintenance center.
Programmable logic controllers including the associated
sensors and actuators are used for automation in the
shed, e.g. for location tracking, monitoring of working
platforms and cranes, overhead-line control, and for the
control of gates and doors, warning systems and other
facilities and equipment.
Interfaces to operator- or center-specific production
systems (e.g. SAP) enable data to be exchanged (e.g.
train composition data) for operations management in
the maintenance process.
Trains and vehicles are tracked within the maintenance
center via standardized links to train tracking systems
in the interlocking and / or appropriate identification
systems such as Sofis.
Process control and visualization
Process control and visualization are performed by means
of various views with different levels of detail which are
selected via appropriate menus and tabs.
Maintenance center overviews of multiple units and cars
The maintenance center overviews provide an overall
view of the center, indicating the locations of vehicles,
their status and degree of completion, and track
occupancy.
Detailed track views
Detailed track views show stabled vehicles on the
respective make-up and stabling tracks together with
their status and the status of trackside equipment such
as train pre-heating facilities. Recorded operating data is
used for visualization in particular for trackside log-ons
and log-offs and to ensure the safety chains.
Manual train occupation entry
The manual train occupation entry feature can be used
to manually enter the relevant tractive units and cars in
their intended composition for the trains to be formed on
the make-up tracks.
Administration and visualization of vehicle schedule
and train composition data
Vehicle schedule and train composition data is recorded
upon train arrival and compared with the data contained
in the systems for center-specific planning. This can
be done automatically, e.g. by trackside identification,
data transfer from the production systems, or manually.
Data can be corrected and updated by appropriate
administration options and input screen forms.
Shed tracks with visualization and operator control
An overview of all tracks in the shed or one particular
shed track can be displayed. In addition to occupancy, all
relevant information such as the status of the shed doors,
traffic lights, warning systems, working platforms and
track switches for activating / deactivating the overhead
contact line's power supply is displayed.

The logged-on staff, work and system statuses and the

operating mode selected by the operations coordinator
for entry into the shed are also displayed. Safety chains
stored in the OMS ensure that trains can only be moved Shed tracks with visualization and operator control
or access provided once the necessary conditions have
been met.

In the screen form, the operations coordinator can enter

operator commands by mouse-clicking menu buttons. In
the shed itself, the scheduled trains, together with their
entry and exit times including the allocated work, are
shown on large-sized displays next to the shed tracks.

Acquisition of operating data and communications

Via the operating data acquisition function, staff log-ons
are integrated into the safety chain for shed entries and
exits. At all times, there is an up-to-date overview of all
staff who are logged on for work on the trains and the
track.

All log-ons and log-offs and all messages received from

the automation systems and connected third-party
systems are archived and can be used for subsequent,
Acquisition of operating data and communications
more detailed evaluation. This is the basis for the
formation of KPIs (key performance indicators) and the
export of quality data which, in overlaid systems, are
important for optimization of the overall process.

Communication between the persons involved in the

process (signalmen in the interlocking, operations
coordinators, etc.) is tool-based and is verifiably
documented. In particular, this involves train handovers,
“train ready” messages and route calls.

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IntelliYard – intelligent management

of marshaling yard operations
More efficiency and safety for cargo transport
IntelliYard – intelligent management
of marshaling yard operations

Efficient solution with process-compliant functionality

Rail cargo traffic will be expanding its position. Boosting rail’s competitiveness as opposed
to other modes of transport is a major driving force. With this in mind, increased performance,
efficiency and reliability are key factors. Through the integration of dispatching and control
in the form of a framework, IntelliYard makes a decisive improvement in the control and
monitoring of operational processes at rail cargo transport hubs, such as cargo terminals,
ports and industrial plants. Wherever trains arrive and depart, are marshaled and handled,
IntelliYard is the ideal system, being modularly configured for the specific area of application.

IntelliYard – a framework for Applications:

integrated marshaling yard operations
IntelliYard is a framework for integrated
marshaling yard operations. It serves to
optimize operational processes through
to control at small- to medium-sized hubs
as frequently encountered on industrial
and dock railways.
Its modular design on the basis of
stand-alone individual components
means that IntelliYard can be suitably
scaled to match any specific application.
• Report-in, booking, planning and
dispatching of trains
• Dispatching of tracks and shunting
movements
• Tracking of vehicle locations within
sites
• Setting of points and routes (DEP1)
• Data communication between the
parties involved (railway infrastructure
and transport companies)
• Identification of vehicles and their
composition
• Accounting of stabling charges and
services performed

TAF-TSI-
compatible interface

Controlguide
Arkos
IntelliYard rail Track usage
network dispatching accounting data

1
DEP Decentralized electric points
Controlguide Trackguard Cargo SRC
Arkos RVT

Clearguard
Switchguard DPS
WWS
IntelliYard system boundary

Over view of the IntelliYard system

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 IntelliYard
Rail network dispatching
Trackguard Cargo SRC
Local shunter
Clearguard WWS
IntelliYard components
IntelliYard – web-based solution
for operations management
IntelliYard is provided as a web-hosted
service. No special hardware is required
by the user, nor does any software have
to be installed. The IntelliYard user
interface runs on the web browser on
an existing desktop PC. Alternatively,
IntelliYard functions can be accessed
on site from outdoors using a tablet PC
or smartphone. Web capability and the
possibility of visualization and operator
control via mobile terminal devices
enable extremely flexible handling.
Compactness and efficiency
are determined by:
• simplified control, dispatching and
accounting in operations of industrial
and dock railways
• optimized configuration and scaling
matched to specific customer
requirements
• modular design on the basis of
stand-alone individual components.
Web
Switchguard DPC
Power supply
IntelliYard guarantees data privacy
Only authorized users have access
to their data. Only released IntelliYard
functions can be used by registered
users.
IntelliYard service
IntelliYard is provided as a service,
minimizing investment costs – you
only pay for what you really use.
System benefits
Efficiency, safety and cost-effectiveness
• More efficiency and optimum usage
of resources
• Effective, smooth process execution
• Continuous flow of information within
the transport chain
• More transparency for railway transport
and infrastructure companies
• Multitenant views and
non-discriminatory process
• Lower investment costs due to
innovations and the service concept
• Wireless connection of wheel
detectors
• Reduced cable and installation costs
• Easier multiple usage of wheel
detectors e. g. for:
– adjacent points
– wagon tracking with
Controlguide Arkos RVT
Operator control via smar tphone
High standard and low costs
due to innovation
• Web-based dispatching with route/
point setting
• Wireless wagon tracking
• Radio-controlled decentralized electric
points (DEP)
• Energy-independent wireless wheel
detectors, no cabling
• Optional wagon allocation by
Controlguide Arkos
• Usage of existing IT terminals
• Integration of mobile terminal devices
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Perfect solution with IntelliYard

Overview of system components

For framework configuration, not only IntelliYard rail network dispatching –
the IntelliYard rail network dispatching Multitenant and non-discriminatory
function is available but also, depending Rail network dispatching is designed
on the customer‘s requirements, the for smooth, safe operations through
following stand-alone modules and multitenant, non-discriminatory
individual components: dispatching. It features dispatching
• Switchguard DPC module (radio- functions for usage of the infrastructure
controlled DEP), as an option with in hubs and shunting areas. Dispatching
the Trackguard Cargo SRC route takes place non-discriminatorily in a
control computer dialog between the railway infrastructure
• Clearguard WWS2 module (wireless company and the railway transport
track occupancy detectors) company with integrated planning,
• Controlguide Arkos RVT3 module interfaces (adapter pattern), task
(automatic tracking of wagon handling management, vehicle accounting
operations and wagon locations) including automatic tracking, rail
• options for data acquisition and network administration, and dispatching
evaluation and for initial wagon and optimization of shunting operations.
allocation, such as the Controlguide
Arkos Video module Rail network dispatching is realized as
a web application. User access is via a
standard PC and a web browser. Further-
more, mobile user access is possible via a
handheld, smartphone or tablet PC with
web browser.
Benefits of intelligent rail
network dispatching
• Flexible, non-discriminatory booking,
planning and dispatching
• Online web-based dialog between the
railway transport company and the
railway infrastructure company with
multitenant views for the exchange of
requirements, instructions, acknow-
ledgments and status indications
• Graphical user interface, realized as
a web application
• User access by web browser both via
a PC and on a mobile basis
• Possibility of automating train
announcements via a TAF-TSI-
compatible interface
• Direct connection of dispatching and
control via an interface for DEP routes
• Around-the-clock overview of the
current status, such as track occupancy,
system status, etc.
• Basic data for calculation of usage
charges

The exchange of train announcements

can be integrated via a TAF4-TSI5-
compatible interface. On the basis
of rail network dispatching, DEP routes
can be controlled via an interface (via
Trackguard Cargo SRC6 and Switchguard
DPC7).

2
WWS Wireless wheel sensor
3
RVT Rail vehicle tracking
4
TAF Telematic applications for freight
5
TSI Technical specification for interoperability
6
SRC Shunting route controller
7
DPC Decentralized point controller
4
Switchguard DPC module
Switchguard DPC / Trackguard Cargo
SRC modules – flexible and extremely
cost-effective
The Switchguard DPC and Trackguard Car-
go SRC modules ensure that points can be
set either locally or by remote control.
The Switchguard DPC module can be
used as an independent, stand-alone
decentralized electric points (DEP)
module, irrespective of other modules of
the IntelliYard framework. Its operational
and technical functions correspond to the
basic functions of a DEP in line with the
existing guidelines which are customized
for optimum shunting operations in all
railway installations with simple
operating conditions:
• electric point machine with a standard
four-wire circuit
• throwing protection on the basis of
standard wheel detectors
• individual point control via a compact
electronic controller
• point throwing request by means of an
advanced control point
• automatic point throwing when
traversed from the trailing end
• display of the point position and the
locked state by the point position and
locked state indicator
• display of the occupancy state by
the point position and locked state
indicator (configurable)
• setting of DEP routes via an additional
route control computer functionality,
the Trackguard Cargo SRC module
Trackguard Cargo SRC
In terms of its external appearance, the
Switchguard DPC module can hardly be
distinguished from a conventional DEP.
With regard to its design and function,
it complies with the valid guidelines.
Thanks to an innovative concept, the
Switchguard DPC module is both flexible
and cost-effective. This concept is based
on stand-alone individual components
which are interconnected on the basis
of radio control. This interconnection
minimizes the costs for cabling and
installation to a very considerable extent.
The resulting high level of standardiza-
tion provides considerable flexibility
with regard to free configurability for
any infrastructure.
• use of modules such as wireless wheel
The concept is characterized by the detectors for throwing protection
following: • wireless radio-based connection of
• electronic point control which is higher-level systems
compactly integrated into the housing • web-based preventive maintenance
of the point position and locked state and diagnostics
indicator • extended operator control functionality
• one- or two-color LED light units via Trackguard Cargo SRC
(configurable) • web-based access, e.g. via handheld,
• direct connection of the power supply for remote control by the shunter in the
and the point machine to the point locomotive
position and locked state indicator
• wireless radio-based connection of Low costs, short realization periods,
decentralized energy-independent maximum flexibility and minimum life-
components cycle costs are the success factors of the
• advanced control point with radio- Switchguard DPC and Trackguard Cargo
operated post-mounted button SRC modules.
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Clearguard WWS module –
Energy-optimized and independent
The Clearguard WWS module has to
reliably detect and safely transmit
information about passing wheels.
An electronic double wheel detector
as also used for conventional track
vacancy detection in shunting areas
is located along the track at each
detection point. A connecting cable
serves to connect this wheel detector
to the trackside connection box.
The trackside connection box houses
the central module for evaluation,
processing and radio-based transmission
of detector data. The energy-optimized
processing of detector data enables
independent long-term operation using
an integrated power pack or optionally
via a battery-operated solar panel. The
track occupancy detectors are wirelessly
integrated into the Switchguard DPC
(DEP) and Controlguide Arkos RVT
modules for throwing protection and
for wagon tracking.
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Benefits of Clearguard WWS module:
• Detection of the passing wheels by
means of standard double wheel
detectors and tried-and-tested
processes
• Energy-independent operation due
to mature energy management
• No need for cost-intensive cabling
• Simple, rapid installation
• Simple, flexible configuration and
extension
• Minimum life-cycle costs
Controlguide Arkos RVT module –
Up-to-date in line with a tried-and-
tested principle
Knowing what is where, whether
hazardous goods wagons or freight
which is to be delivered by a certain
date. Automatic track occupancy and
wagon tracking enables the process
to be visualized both on time and
realistically. This depends on data
being provided by identification
at the transfer point. Conventional
double wheel detectors as used in
track vacancy detection serve as
detectors. The operating principle
is based on the tried-and-tested axle
pattern comparison method as known
from the Controlguide Arkos Basic
module.
Benefits of Controlguide Arkos RVT
module:
• Automatic tracking of current
wagon locations with little effort
• Application of the tried-and-tested
Controlguide Arkos Basic principle
• Joint usage of the wheel detectors
which already exist for DEP
• Usage of data via the online link to
the rail network dispatching module
Options for evaluation
Data evaluation for accounting is an
option which complements the functions
of the IntelliYard system.
Benefits of options:
• Provision of data/identification at
the transfer point for automatic track
occupancy tracking (Controlguide
Arkos RVT)
• Provision and evaluation of data for
the calculation of charges (incoming
wagons, outgoing wagons, time spent
in the shunting area)
IntelliYard®, Clearguard®,
Switchguard®, Trackguard®
and Controlguide® are registered
trademarks of Siemens AG

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Switchguard DPC
Compact controller for decentralized electric points

Switchguard DPC is an extremely compact controller

for decentralized electric points (DEP). The complete
controller is fully accommodated in the housing of the
point position indicator. Long-life white or white/ blue
LEDs indicate the point position.
Benefits
Extremely compact design in the point position indicator
Point position indicator equipped with long-life LEDs

All functions of a standard DEP are configurable in line
with the requirements stipulated by the rules of German
Railways and the Association of German Transport
Undertakings. Reversal protection using double-contact
wheel detectors is already integrated.
Configurable behavior in line with the rules of German Railways
and the Association of German Transport Undertakings
Auxiliary operator control commands using pushbuttons and
key-operated buttons directly on the point position indicator

Integrated reversal protection by means of double-contact

The pushbuttons for auxiliary operator control commands
wheel detectors
and the key-operated buttons for operator control release
are easily accessible on the side of the point position Built-in back-up battery to ensure occupancy monitoring in the
indicator. Switchguard DPC is designed to control three- event that the external power supply fails
phase point machines with a standard four-wire connec-
tion, e.g. Switchguard ELS 710 und Switchguard S 700. Connection of the advanced control points and wheel detectors
Apart from the cable to the point machine and for connec- via a protected radio link
tion to the power utility’s grid, Switchguard DPC needs no
Possibility of communication to the central operator console
other cables.
and the route control panel via a protected radio link

Both operator control commands from the advanced

control point and detector information from the rail
treadles can be transmitted via protected radio links.
Not only the advanced control point but also the
evaluation circuit for the wheel detectors operate
independently with internal power packs.
 Technical data

Dimensions (W x H x D, incl. antennas and glare shield) approx. 400 mm x 490 mm x 400 mm

IP rating IP54

Power supply connection 400 / 230 V, 3-phase AC, 50 Hz

Point machine connection standard four-wire connection, 400 / 230 V, 3-phase AC, 50 Hz

Connected load depending on the point machine in use

Internal back-up of occupancy monitoring greater than 30 minutes

if the external power supply fails

Radio transmission protected radio link in line with EN 50159

CTPB Common trailed point button

CEPB Common emergency point button

AzGrT Axle count reset button

LED indicator Auth. 1 First authorization

(white or (for CTPB and AzGrT)
white / blue)
Auth. 2 Second authorization
(for CEPB)

Antennas

Switchguard DPC

Switchguard® is a registered
trademark of Siemens AG.

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Trackguard Retarder TW-F / TW-E

Variable clasp retarder system for speed control in
train formation yards
Trackguard Retarder TW-F/TW-E retarders
Important speed control elements

At humps in marshaling yards, retarders
function as very important elements for
controlling the speed of humping oper-
ations. Retarders in the classification
zone of humps can be used to keep a
safe distance between differently
running cars, thus boosting hump
efficiency.
The applications of and requirements for These numerous possibilities combine to
retarders are very diverse. Conditions at make up the wide range of available re-
humps vary considerably. tarders. Planning is simplified by using
the modular system, enabling optimally
Hence, in terms of performance, the re- dimensioned humps to be built. The
tarders in use should be capable of being modular system with its identical parts
installed as a modular system (see the considerably cuts down on costs for spare
diagram below). The basic elements are parts stockage and corrective maintenance.
best kept the same whereas their number
and the length-dependent parts vary.
1530
This design principle is consistently
applied to Trackguard Retarder TW-F/TW-E
retarders. Lower main retarders and clas-
sification track retarders have the same 1118
basic elements. They can be arranged on
one or both rails and also vary in their
overall length.
887

780
760

651
537

462
462
330
277
214
TW-6F
TW-5F
TW-6E
TW-5E/
TW-4F 4,5
TW-5E
TW-4E/
TW-3F TW-4E 4,5
TW-3E/
TW-2E/ TW-3E
4,5
4,5

Retarding energy in kJ for an axle with an axle load of 22.5 t for single-rail or two-rail
Trackguard Retarder clasp retarders of the types T W-F and T W-E
Clasp retarder with five power units
Low operating costs guaranteed
Single-rail clasp retarders are noted for
their very low operating costs and mini-
mum level of necessary maintenance.
Operating principle
With the Trackguard Retarder TW-F/TW-E
clasp retarder, rolled retarding beams are
mounted on individual power units. Facing
the rail head, the retarding segments are
bolted on as wear parts. The power units
subject the retarding beams to the con-
trollable pressing force which is created
by rubber-spring assemblies. These parts
only need to be replaced or reconditioned
after they have been traversed by approx.
5 to 7 million axles.
In order to keep operating costs low, a
retarding principle is applied which needs
little external energy and which features
active retarding by means of rubber-spring
assemblies laterally arranged below the
yellow hoods. These rubber-spring assem-
blies apply pressure to the outer retarding
beams by way of a roller. This applied
pressure and thus the retarding force vary
depending on the position of the link
which can be hydraulically adjusted via
retarding rods. The link is driven by a
hydraulic cylinder located on the exit side
of the retarder.
Optimum controllability
Low power costs and good controllability
must not be mutually exclusive. Exact
exit speeds from the retarders assume
good controllability. This is particularly
true for the classification zone where
correctly kept safe distances between
cars are intended to enhance humping
performance.
The process of joining cars in the exact
position for coupling with due regard
to their load is also a major requirement
on classification tracks with respect to
target-shooting. In order to meet this
requirement and use these benefits for
customers, retarders and the Trackguard
Cargo MSR 32 control system have been
combined to form a highly efficient sys-
tem for many years now.
Retarding principle with rubber-spring assemblies
Short response times of the overall
system are crucial for good controllability.
Small masses which have to be moved
are an advantage. Application of the rele-
vant force can be set exactly by means of
a two-stage valve system on the control
plate and precisely queried and adjusted
by means of a position sensor on the
cylinder.
Trackguard Retarder TW-F/TW-E retarders
provide short response times of 100 ms
between stages. In combination with usage
of the Trackguard Cargo MSR 32 control
system, these optimum conditions for
good controllability within the entire ad-
justment range guarantee exact control
of the retarder’s exit speed. The electronic
controller electromagnetically operates
the valves of the control plate which are
integrated into a closed control loop.

Hydraulic controller
A central oil supply unit which is housed
in a prefabricated building is used to
operate the hydraulic controller. An exter-
nal pipe ensures that the retarders are
centrally supplied with oil.
The central hydraulic system comprises a
unit with two fitted pumps and electric
motors with a driving power of 22 kW
each (see Figure 2). In general, only one
pump is used for operation. A second
pump serves as a stand-by for peak loads.
These pumps also continuously replenish
the wall-mounted storage tanks which, if
necessary, continuously discharge the
pressure oil into the external pipe and
also serve as buffers for the pumps.
Special pressure switches control the oil
pressure within a narrow range of 160 to
180 bar. The temperature, oil level and
filter condition are permanently moni-
tored. Important switching elements are
designed to be redundant. Deviations
from the specified limit values are record-
ed by the Trackguard Cargo MSR 32 control
system and indicated to the operator and
the maintenance staff.
At the Trackguard Retarder plant in
Duisburg, the central oil hydraulic system
is installed in a prefabricated building.
After a trial run, it is then delivered to the
1 2
3 4
intended site ready for connection. A
special benefit is the fact that the pump
building can be easily removed and, if
necessary, erected at another hump.
Emissions: a good environmental
balance
State-of-the-art retarders may create only
low emission levels, i.e. primarily escaping
oil and noise emission during retarding.
The piping between the retarders and the
central hydraulic system are housed in oil-
tight ducts. Furthermore, maintenance-free
retarders mean that bearing points and
sliding surfaces need not be greased, thus
preventing any soil contamination. During 5
retarding, very unpleasant squealing is
sometimes caused by the wheels. After
years of research and optimization, we 1 Central oil supply
have succeeded in reducing noise levels 2 Hydraulic controller
considerably. Although the phenomenon
3 Active water protection with piping
of squealing wheels has not been entirely installed in oil-tight ducts
eliminated, such noise is encountered
much less frequently and noise levels are 4 Monitoring elements of the
hydraulic controller
lower.
5 PUCK retarding segments
The illustration below shows our technical
solution. PUCK retarding segments made
of special cast iron are used on the rolled
retarding beam.
 Benefits
• Large functional scope
• Low operating costs
• Good controllability
• Low emission levels
• Good operational, on-site
adjustability
• Retarders scalable to the respective
application
• Low noise levels due to the use of Single-rail clasp retarder, type T W-E, in a cur ve
special retarder pads
• Little need for maintenance
• Discontinuation of hazardous
workplaces

Ideal adaptability
Operational, on-site adjustability is the
hallmark of state-of-the-art retarders.
During retarding, the retarding beams
engage with the wheel as far above the
top of the rail as possible in order to
create maximum retarding potential. This
engagement height is often an obstruc-
tion when traction units have to run over
the retarder. In such operational condi-
tions, lowerable retarders (see the illus-
tration below) can be used. When set to
the locomotive driving position, such
lowerable retarders allow traction units
to pass unobstructed.
The engineering effort involved in design-
ing lowerable retarders is relatively low.
A hydraulic cylinder acts on a wedge-type
lift linkage in the middle of the track. The
lifting cylinders are located in the actuator
chamber of the retarder. Here, they are
controlled via the hydraulic control plate
and monitored by position sensors. This
principle enables significant operational
freedom.
Good on-site adjustability is demonstrated
by the Trackguard Retarder TW-F/TW-E
retarders when equipping marshaling
yards since classification track retarders
can be installed in curves (see the
illustration above). This is particularly so
if the retarder beams can precisely follow
the track curve. In this case, installation
lengths are reduced, especially on short
curves, since the retarders can be installed
immediately behind the fouling point
markers. The minimum radius is 190 m
and can be increased freely. A wedge-
type lift linkage located in the middle of
the track permits the installation of
curved lowerable classification track
retarders.

Loco driving position Loco driving position

Clearance gage for traction units

Clearance gage for traction units

Retarding position Retarding position

Clearance gage for cars
Clearance gage for cars

Operating positions of a two-rail clasp retarder, Operating positions of a single-rail clasp retarder,
type T W-F type T W-E
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Trackguard Retarder TKG

Piston retarders and gradient compensation retarders for
train formation yards
Trackguard Retarder TKG piston retarder
Efficient speed control in train formation yards
Piston retarders are primarily used in
speed control systems on classification
tracks for deceleration and coasting
runs. Their level of effectiveness can
be set depending on the speed involved.
Trackguard Retarder TKG piston retarders
control themselves by means of a hydrau-
lic valve system in the damper and do
not need to be supplied with power. The
hydraulic damper is the active retarding
element and is based on a speed-depen-
dent valve system. Hydraulic dampers
can be permanently set to different
response speeds and damper forces.
Operating principle
When a car traverses the retarder, the
wheel flange presses against the piston
tube and thus forces down the piston rod
of the damper. The speed-dependent
valve system in the damper then decides
whether the car continues to roll retarded
or unretarded.
If the traversal speed of the car is greater
than the response speed of the retarding
element damper, the valve system ex-
tracts energy from the car at the level of
the retarding energy and causes the car
to be retarded. This is referred to as the
“load stroke”. If the traversal speed of the
car is lower than the response speed, this
is the “idle stroke”. The valve system ex-
tracts only minimum energy from the car
at the level of idle energy, causing no
retarding. The level of retarding energy
generated by different damper types
depends on the actuation speed and is
also virtually independent of the damper
temperature.
Technical features of piston retarders
Dimensioning
The piston retarders used are dimensioned
on the basis of each track’s height and
dimensioning is confirmed during hump-
ing simulation.
Installation conditions
Trackguard Retarder TKG piston retarders
can be used in combination with all rail
profiles, rail fastening accessories and
sleeper types. They are not subject to any
restrictions with regard to distances
between track centers, curves and gradi-
ents. Piston retarders are installed in the
same way, irrespective of whether rails
are worn or new. They are fitted by drill-
ing appropriate holes in the rail web or by
adjusting the retarding elements to the
installation conditions up to a wear level
of 7 mm.
Weather conditions and ambient
temperature
The retarding elements function constant-
ly at the weather conditions prevailing in
Central Europe. The ambient temperature
range extends from –25 ºC to +40 ºC.
Water protection
The guide cylinder of a Trackguard
Retarder TKG piston retarder surrounds
the damper at its lower end like a pot.
It is designed as an oil drip pan which
safely collects any oil which might escape
in the event of damage.
Operation, maintenance and inspection
No special tools are required for operation,
maintenance and inspection. In the major-
ity of cases, trackside maintenance and
inspection work can be performed by one
person without having to connect up to a
power supply. A grease gun is required for
greasing the retarding elements.
Trackguard Retarder TKG gradient
compensation retarder
The innovative element for the automation of train formation yards
Gradient compensation retarders are
used to retard cars, primarily in train
formation yards. More or less consider-
able gradients entail the operation of
gradient compensation retarders so
that moving cars do not accelerate
excessively.
Trackguard Retarder TKG Gradient com-
pensation retarders can be actively or
inactively positioned at any time, without
interrupting operations. In the inactive
position, the gage is not infringed and a
car can run along the track unobstructed.
This prevents bad runners being retarded
prematurely and thus impeding any further
shunting. Furthermore, the noise emitted
when a train leaves the retarding zone is
considerably reduced and trains can be
moved out faster.
Operating principle
Gradient compensation retarders com-
prise up to 24 piston retarders and a
device for lowering the piston tubes. A
lowering device causes the gradient
compensation retarder to move into an
active or inactive position. It is driven by
an electric gear motor installed outside
the track and by electric position detec-
tion sensors. If requested, the gradient
compensation retarder can also be driven
pneumatically.
Control
Control of the Trackguard Retarder TKG
gradient compensation retarder is an
integral part of humping and can be
activated or deactivated at any time,
irrespective of whether humping opera-
tions take place during retarding or
whether cuts run in, run out or run through.
Two-way traffic is permitted as well as
the oscillation of cuts within gradient
compensation retarders. The “retarding
position” and “locomotive driving position”
functions are stable positions which are
monitored and indicated by a position
detector.
Dimensioning
Like the piston retarder, the gradient com-
pensation retarder is dimensioned on the
basis of the height of each track and this is
confirmed during humping simulation.
 Benefits

• The gradient compensation

retarder is based on proven piston
retarders.
• The retarding system and the
lowering device are functionally
separate from each other.
• As with piston retarders, the lower-
ing device can be simply installed
by being bolted to the rail web
without modifying or adjusting the
superstructure.
• The electric gear motor with
position detection sensors as a
drive unit is located outside
the track.

1
Locomotive driving position
Cars are not retarded in the locomotive
driving position. In line with UIC 505.4,
the piston retarders are lowered to 55
mm above the top of the rail and thus do
not come into contact with the wheels
and other parts of rail vehicles. 1

2
Retarding position
In line with UIC 505.4, piston retarders in
their retarding position have an engage-
ment height of 80 mm above the top of
the rail. Only idle energy is encountered
below the response speed and is less than
3% of the nominal energy. The retarding
ability on which dimensioning is based is
achieved above the response speed.

2
Trackguard® is a registered
trademark of Siemens AG.

Siemens AG © Siemens AG 2014 The information in this document contains general

descriptions of the technical options available. The
Mobility Division required features should therefore be specified in each
Nonnendammallee 101 Printed in Germany individual case at the time of closing the contract. For
13629 Berlin PPG285 PA09140.5 the secure operation of Siemens products and solutions,
it is necessary to take suitable preventive action and
Germany Dispo 01000 integrate each component into a holistic, state-of-the-art
Order No.: A19100-V100-B981-X-7600 security concept. Third-party products that may be in use
should also be considered.

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