PJM was commissioned as an accredited test centre in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025 for the test runs of the new ÖBB rescue train fleet delivered by Stadler.
The dynamic tests are being carried out in co-operation with the ÖBB mechanical measurement group. PJM was also responsible for the production and development of the instrumented wheelsets. The vehicle tests for the areas of running behavior, brakes, acoustics and pantograph will take place throughout Austria and are expected to be completed in autumn 2024. For unrestricted track access in Austria, running dynamic tests were carried out in track sections 5c, for vehicle authorisation for radius curves down to 100 metres.
“The instrumented wheelsets were specially developed and manufactured for these requirements in very tight curves. Our wheelsets have proven themselves in the dynamic track tests,” Martin Joch, the CEO of PJ Messtechnik GmbH said.
The type test standards cover running behavior according to EN 14363 & TS 17843; proof of safety against derailment; acoustics in accordance with TSI Noise & LOC&PAS, employee protection (VOLV); brake UIC 544-1, EN 16834 and wheel slide protection EN 15595; and pantograph according to EN 50317.
The new generation of service jets required some innovations in the test runs. “Due to the new standard, these demanding tests were carried out on the ÖBB network for the first time. The results of the test runs are extremely precise and reliable and form a solid basis for evaluating the rail vehicle,” says test manager Roman Schmid, ÖBB Produktion GmbH.
The new ÖBB rescue train fleet is designed for a wide range of applications. For example, they are equipped with modern firefighting equipment to carry out rescue and extinguishing work in the event of a fire. They can also tow trains or carry out maintenance work.
In May 2024, ÖBB presented the first Servicejet trimodal rescue train delivered by Stadler under a EUR 230 million contract for the supply of 18 multifunctional, low-emission firefighting and rescue trains.
PJM is an internationally renowned system specialist for rail transport and has successfully realised projects in 30 countries and on 6 continents. As an accredited test center in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025, PJ Messtechnik GmbH carries out tests worldwide for the approval of rail vehicles.
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