Onboard systems

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  Automatic Power Control system

  The Automatic Power Control system cuts the incoming power supply to a traction unit for short periods. This is required where power supplied from one part of a power distribution system in separated from another by a neutral section. Its fitment prevents damage to the power distribution system or the vehicle. The onboard Automatic Power Control system consists of a control unit and a receiver. The system detects a track…
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  Intelligent Circuit Protection

  The Mors Smitt ‘Intelligent circuit protection system’ controls and monitors all AC and DC circuit breakers remotely and is capable of providing a complete status of all MCB’s via a display or through the Train Management System. (more…)
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  TPWS Control Unit

  As Network Rail prepares to rollout ETCS across its network, work is also starting to deliver rolling  stock that is compatible with the new system. All  new trains currently on order for the UK will be ETCS-ready, and the initial steps to upgrade some existing fleets have been taken. (more…)