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🎯 Great meeting today between Susan Atkinson and Paul McNulty delving into the intricacies of cradle-to-grave maintenance. 🚆 🚇 🚈 Key takeaway - It's crucial to bear in mind that establishing an effective maintenance plan should begin early in the vehicle design stage. We're looking to influence the life cycle by taking into account the duty cycle, cost and supply of parts and future maintenance innovations. Could be something as simple as standardization of nuts and bolts!  👀 Paul has promised a more in-depth piece so watch this space! #liffeyconsultants #railwaysystems #railindustry #lightrail #metrorail #tram #maintenance #safety

Teletrac Navman is encouraging a greater use of telematics to better manage health and safety, location, preventive maintenance, and utilisation for all machinery and equipment across construction sites. https://lnkd.in/grMph2Se #technology #innovation #design #safety #health #machinery #equipment #location #maintenance

💨𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐲 #interlocking 💨 Is a safety system designed to prevent conflicting train movements by ensuring that only safe routes are set by controlling #signals and #track_switches. The main purpose is to avoid collisions and derailments by making sure trains receive non-conflicting signals. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞: #Signals: Indicate if a train can proceed. #Track_switches: Direct trains from one track to another. #Control_panels/computers: Set routes and control signals and switches. #Safety_logic: Prevents conflicting routes. Interlocking enhances train safety and efficiency by systematically managing train movements. #railway #transportation_industry #siemensmobility #hitachi #alstom

Enhancing Rail Safety with HIMA HIMatrix Manually Controlled Barrier (MCB) Level Crossings 🚉 The HIMA HIMatrix Manually Controlled Barrier (MCB) level crossing is revolutionising rail safety by offering advanced control systems that ensure the highest levels of reliability & safety at level crossings. Here’s a closer look at what makes the HIMatrix MCB system a game-changer for the rail industry. What is the HIMA HIMatrix MCB? HIMA HIMatrix MCB level crossings are safety systems designed to control the barriers at rail crossings manually. These systems utilise HIMA's HIMatrix programmable logic controllers (PLCs) to manage & monitor the operation of the barriers, ensuring they are activated & deactivated safely & reliably. Features The HIMatrix MCB employs sophisticated safety protocols to prevent accidents at level crossings. The system ensures that barriers are lowered in a timely manner to stop road traffic & raised only when it is safe for vehicles to pass. Unlike automatic barriers, the HIMatrix MCB is manually controlled, providing operators with the flexibility to manage the crossing based on real-time conditions. This manual control is crucial in situations where automatic systems may not respond appropriately. HIMA's HIMatrix PLCs are renowned for their robustness & reliability. These controllers are designed to function in demanding environments, ensuring that the level crossing system remains operational under various conditions. The HIMatrix MCB can be easily integrated with existing rail infrastructure. Its modular design allows for seamless installation & maintenance, minimising disruption to rail operations. Benefits By providing precise & reliable control over level crossing barriers, the HIMatrix MCB significantly reduces the risk of accidents. This enhanced safety is crucial in protecting both rail & road users. The manual control feature allows operators to respond to specific situations effectively. This flexibility is essential in managing crossings where automatic systems may not be sufficient. The reliability and durability of HIMatrix PLCs reduce maintenance costs and downtime. By ensuring that barriers are only lowered, when necessary, the HIMatrix MCB helps maintain smooth traffic flow, reducing delays & congestion at level crossings. Future Prospects As rail networks continue to expand and modernise, the demand for advanced safety systems like the HIMatrix MCB will grow. Future developments in HIMA technology are expected to further improve the safety and efficiency of level crossings, integrating more advanced features & capabilities. #signalling #levelcrossings #HIMatrix #barriers James Fordyce Rajashekar Pokkuluri, PMP® MIRSE MTM ARTC Matt Stroppolo BEng Rob Cardwell Christopher Gregory Bhasker Cheppela ANANT KESHAWA Phil Mear Paul Darlington John Carter Geoff Brown Tony Kearney SELLA CONTROLS | A HIMA Company Amey

Interesting an MCB that significantly reduces the risk of accidents. This enhanced safety is crucial in protecting both rail & road users. #MCB #signallingfamily #barriers #railway #fenixrailsystems #Digisigrail #Signalling #Networkrail #innovation #levelcrossing #railwayfamily

Immediate Building Solutions for Growing Airports 1- Auxiliary Baggage Handling, Sprung Structures can be constructed quickly, helping airports add baggage sorting capacity. 2- Conveyors Enclosures, Sprung has the experience and engineering capability to provide customized conveyor covers designed for airport applications. 3- Terminal Lounges/Gate, Rapidly growing airports need additional gates for customers to gather during expansion and construction phases. 4- Terminal Expansion, Sprung structures provide a fast solution that provides additional space for gates, car rentals, passenger staging, retail and food services. 5- Connecting Corridors, Sprung’s engineered connecting corridor system provides a safe, reliable and cost effective solution to enclose any walkway. Available in width’s 10’, 14’ 3”, 19’2” by any length. Connecting corridors can be constructed quickly with no foundations required. 6- Cargo Sorting Area, Add additional capacity immediately to existing airport operations. Our clear-span building solutions offer the ultimate in flexibility that can be relocated as needs change. 7- Tail Cover, An innovative solution to accommodate large aircraft for MRO facilities. Sprung tail covers are easily moved into place providing additional protection for equipment and personnel. 8- Snow Removal Equipment Storage ,Sprung structures are well suited for airports with consistent high winds and heavy snow. The clear-span design allows drive through direction for large vehicles without restriction, ensuring speed and safety during harsh weather operations, while strategically located on the runway’s edge. 9- Vehicle Inspection, Drive through design allows inspection and servicing of vehicles. 10- Emergency Shelter, Critical airfield operations like fire and emergency services require immediate on-site facilities. Airports around the world use Sprung structures to expand their services. 11- Aircraft Hangar, Sprung offers a wide variety of solutions for aircraft hangers. From helicopters to some of the largest fixed wing aircraft in the industry, Sprung builds permanent and temporary structures designed for your specific needs. 12- Ground Equipment Storage, An easy relocatable ground equipment storage solution.

What makes a bigger impact in underground tunnels? LED lighting with superior performance in high-humidity environments for long-lasting durability, or enhanced safety through better light distribution for improved visibility and reduced accidents? Underground tunnels pose unique challenges for lighting, where high humidity and limited visibility require reliable, high-performing solutions. LED fixtures excel in these environments by offering long-lasting durability in wet or humid conditions with properly rated enclosures, reducing the need for frequent maintenance. Additionally, LED systems with better light distribution promote enhanced safety by improving visibility, reducing the risk of accidents, and fostering a more secure environment for drivers or pedestrians. The combination of long-term performance and safety makes LED systems an ideal choice for tunnels, supporting both operational efficiency and accident prevention in these critical infrastructure spaces. 

The role of Automatic Train Protection in Railways #railway #atp #train #engineering #safety

How are you protecting your aircraft for the long term? 🛩️ If it’s time to level up your plan for keeping your valuable jets or aviation equipment in perfect condition, then you’ll want to consider a few best practices. 👉🏼 Read our latest for top advice from industry experts on how to build efficiently and effectively for aircraft safety: #CoresteelBuildings #Aircraft #Construction #ConstructionSolutions

It used to be that building inspections relied on ladders, platforms, and a trained eye. Unfortunately, this sometimes led to expensive damage due to undetected leaks, fissures, and other building failures. But that scenario is changing: Drones, robots, scopes, and other high-tech devices are giving #facilitiesmanagers ways to detect even the smallest problem, so that it doesn't turn into a big one. #BusinessExcellence #FacilitiesManagement https://loom.ly/wFLHB_A Image: Two workers, in safety vests and hard hats, stand on a roof and control a drone that hovers above them.