Level crossing protection systems: barriers and other devices
Our company offers solutions in full compliance with global railway regulations and based on the specifications issued by the RFI (Italian Railway Network), an organisation recognised internationally for its high safety standards.
These are necessary to ensure the safety of motorists crossing the railway crossing and of train passengers. When a train approaches, the level crossing systems receive the close command from the detection sensors and, at the same time, the road lights and bells are activated, indicating that the barriers are about to close. When all these operations are completed properly, the train proceed signal light comes on.
The passage of the train over the crossing is monitored by an axle counter system that guarantees the command to reopen the barriers in less than two seconds, only after the entire train has passed. These are critical steps that require reliable and safe solutions.
Focus on safety and quality
Thanks to our know-how, WEGH Group is able to offer modular and configurable products, ranging from individual components to complete systems for level crossing protection. We offer complete systems for level crossing protection for railways and tramways.
The eLCSP (electronic Level Crossing Safety & Protection) system
To ensure total safety of crossings, WEGH Group has introduced the eLCSP (electronic Level Crossing Safety & Protection) system. This is an electronic command and control system which, through electronic components (PLC, Programmable Logic Controller) in 2oo2 configuration, is able to safely guarantee the automation of the closing and reopening sequence of level crossings, controlling the barriers, the audible and light signals on the road side, and the light signals on the train side. Its operating logic can be configured to manage different scenarios, without making complex hardware changes: a feature that ensures a high level of flexibility.
eLCSP is supplied already configured for the application chosen by the client, the relative software modules are installed upstream, taking into account the specifics of the crossing. Furthermore, the eLCSP system does not require any special maintenance, because there is a diagnostic system that operates through ad hoc sensors that can predict the state of deterioration.
eLCSP has railway SIL (Safety Integrity Level) 4 certification, i.e. the highest level of safety integrity, defined as the level of risk reduction guaranteed by a safety function, or specified as a target level of risk reduction. An example of the characteristic quality of all our group’s electronic level crossing systems.
eLCSP
eLCSP (acronym for Electronic Level Crossing Safety & Protection) is a comprehensive safety and protection system for the level crossing area. The control logic is managed by electronic components (PLC). This system implements standard UNI 11117 and provides for a safety level equal to SIL4, as required by standards IEC EN 50126, 50128 and 50129. It is extremely modular and configurable and it has many options available.
LCSP
LCSP (acronym for Level Crossing Safety & Protection) is a comprehensive safety and protection system for the level crossing area. The control logic is managed by electromechanical components (relays). This system implements standard UNI 11117 and the EU standards IEC EN concerning railway applications. It is modular and easy to adapt to different installation contexts.
BARRIER MACHINE FOR LEVEL CROSSINGS TD96/2
The barrier machine TD96/2, which was approved by RFI (Italian Railway Network) in 2006, is the ideal solution for Italian railways with over 9,000 operating units installed along the line, achieving a reliability index equal to 98%. Distinguishing features of this machine also include safety, robustness and easy maintenance.
HYDRO-ELECTRIC TRAIN DETECTOR P70
The hydro-electric train detector P70 is designed to detect transiting trains and it is the ideal solution to control safe level crossing clearance. It is made of a detector installed under the rail and an amplifier placed on the side of the track, both of which are conceived to prevent any form of accidental activation. The time for the release of the electrical contacts can be set up.
MAIN SPECIFICATIONS
MAIN SPECIFICATIONS
- SIL4-certified command and control system
- Safety core with dual PLC architecture
- Barrier machines TD96/2 (RFI approved)
- Powered by batteries featuring charge control
- Train detector with electronic detection system and axle counting system
OPERATING MODES AVAILABLE
- Manual
- Semi-automatic
- Automatic
CONFIGURATIONS
- With complete barriers, half barriers, two pairs of half barriers or luminous/audible signals only
- For lines with one or two tracks
- With single or double luminous signals; with steady or flashing light
OPTIONS
- Chronological recording of events
- Powered by photovoltaic panel
- Remote troubleshooting
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Temperature range
-25°C ÷ +70°C
Max. relative humidity
95%
Dimensions of control cabinet
1000 x 600 x 1600 mm
Weight of control cabinet
340 kg
Input voltage
220 V
System voltage
24 V cc
Boom lengths
4 ÷ 8 m
Alert time (settable)
4 ÷ 60 s
Barrier Open/Close time (settable)
10 ÷ 15 s
Range without battery charge
6 hours or 20 activations (most energy wasting configuration)
Breaking capacity of circuit breaker
4,5 kA
Rated residual current
30 mA
Insulation resistor
≥ 1 MΩ
Signal light emission on road side
light visible at a distance of 100 m without fog
Bell sound emission
≥ 90 db/m
Control cabinet protection level
IP55 (IP65 available upon request)
MAIN SPECIFICATIONS
MAIN SPECIFICATIONS
- Command and control logic with relays, certified for railway applications
- Barrier machines TD96/2 (RFI approved)
- Powered by batteries featuring charge control
- Train detection with electro-hydraulic detection systems
OPERATING MODES AVAILABLE
- Manual
- Semi-automatic
- Automatic
CONFIGURATIONS (for single track line only)
- With complete barriers, half barriers, two pairs of half barriers or luminous/audible signals only
- With single or double luminous signals; with steady or flashing light
OPTIONS
- Chronological recording of events
- Powered by photovoltaic panel
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Temperature range
-25°C ÷ +70°C
Max. relative humidity
95%
Dimensions of control cabinet
1200 x 600 x 1800 mm
Weight of control cabinet
430 kg
Input voltage
220 V
System voltage
24 V cc
Boom lengths
4 ÷ 8 m
Alert time (settable)
4 ÷ 60 s
Barrier Open/Close time (settable)
10 ÷ 15 s
Range without battery charge
6 hours or 20 activations (most energy wasting configuration)
Max. tripping current
4,5 kA
Differential current
30 mA
Insulation resistor
≥ 1 MΩ
Signal light emission on road side
light visible at a distance of 100 m without fog
Bell sound emission
≥ 90 db/m
Control cabinet protection level
IP65 (IP65 available upon request)
MAIN SPECIFICATIONS
MAIN SPECIFICATIONS
- Electro-hydraulic activation
- Highly resistant metal frame
- Mechanical block in barrier up/down positions
- Electric position control (barrier up and down)
- Management of trailing with mechanical fuse and dedicated electronic control
- Adjustable manoeuvre speed and torque
- Torque limiter
- Manual emergency manoeuvre
- Arrangement for power supply to lights in boom
OPTION
- Environmental upgrade (version TD96/3, suitable for especially hot and dusty environments)
- Internal heater
- Internal electro-mechanical bell
- Timers to set the alert and manoeuvre time-outs
- Arrangement for power supply to light signals on road side
- Booms, 4 – 5 – 6 – 7 – 8 m long, with or without 3 red lights, including counterweights
- Metal frame for installation on concrete foundation
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Temperature range
-25°C ÷ +70°C
Weight
400 kg
Input voltage
24 V cc o 144 V cc
Control circuit voltage
24 V dc (48 V dc in 144 V version)
Absorbed current in rest cond.
0 A
Rated current
10.5 A (2.2 A in 144 V version)
Max. current during clutching
14 A (3.1 A in 144 V version)
Open/Close time (settable)
10 ÷ 15 s
Alert time (where provided, settable)
4 ÷ 60 s
MAIN SPECIFICATIONS
MAIN SPECIFICATIONS
- Train detection through measurement of rail bending
- Compatible with railway superstructure 36, 46, 50, 60 kg/m
- Compliant with RFI supply specification IS 308 and RFI approved
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Switchable voltage
48 V cc
Switchable current
0,5 A
Number of switched contacts
4
MAIN SPECIFICATIONS
MAIN SPECIFICATIONS
- LED diode optical unit
- Casing made of thermoplastic material with side opening and mounting flange
- Infrangible lens made of thermoplastic material
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Rated power
12 V dc or 95 V dc
Absorbed current at rated voltage
1.5 A (280 mA in 95V version)
Number of LEDs
200, grouped in 12 sectors
Temperature range
-25°C ÷ +70°C
Max. relative humidity
95%
Dielectric strength
2000 x 1 min V ac
Insulation at 500 V dc
> 10 MΩ
Light intensity on optical axis
> 150 cd
Visibility in open air
> 100 m in a cone ± 15°