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On Train has completed a project to install Cab Air Con to Eight Class 769 Trains for Transport for Wales in a turnkey project covering design, procurement, integration materials, installation and railway approvals.
The equipment will deliver a significant improvement to driver comfort for the 2021 Summer Season.
Following year on year record high temperatures the powerful equipment will ensure a cool and comfortable driving environment.
Featuring PLC control the next generation equipment is able to provide cooling to both cabs simultaneously, offering comfort to both the driver and the train crew, the equipment also provides an automatic mode moderating fan speed as the cab temperature is reduced.
The equipment surpasses the established performance criteria for UK trains bringing new train summer comfort levels in an aftermarket fitmen
DC Airco equipment is fitted as an enhancement to many fleets both in the UK and Internationally. DC Airco equipment is low power demand, high performance equipment that is capable of providing comfort on the hottest of days, even if the vehicle has previously been stabled south facing.
Over 750 UK Cabs are Installed with DC Airco Equipment
On Train are International Sales Specialists, Systems Integrators and Turnkey Solutions providers, they have been active on many recent uplifts and maintenance projects covering Ethernet connected systems, Infodev EDI Passenger Counting and DC Airco Equipment plus a myriad of other projects. Contact us for all Cab AC requirements in the UK and Eire. www.on-train.co.uk klane@on-train.co.uk
DC Airco are specialists in the provision of rugged air conditioning and air cooling equipment for a variety of uses worldwide from rail vehicles to military vehicles specialising in equipment for harsh environments. DC Airco equipment has been selected by many UK TOC’s as the “equipment of choice”. Over 90% of all DC Airco product is exported worldwide. http://www.dcairco.com/
On Train and DC Airco are all exhibiting at Rolling Stock Networking at the Derby Arena, on the 30th September 2021 www.rsnevents.co.uk
Photo credit cover picture Jeremy Segrott – Transport for Wales Class 769 unit 769002 at Grangetown, Cardiff, Photo credit RSN 2021 L8NEK.
On Train are delighted to be awarded the contract to integrate and install the Cab Air Conditioning equipment which is manufactured by DC Airco of the Netherlands with DG8 of Derby UK providing the integration engineering package.
DC Airco equipment is fitted as an aftermarket enhancement to many fleets both in the UK and Internationally. DC Airco equipment is low power demand, high performance equipment that is capable of providing comfort on the hottest of days, even if the vehicle has previously been stabled south facing. During the project the existing CabCool Spot Cooling will be removed and replaced by the fully rated and time proven DC Airco Equipment.
On Train are the UK Representatives and Service Agents for DC Airco Equipment for Passenger Rolling Stock for all projects in the UK and Eire.
Kevin Lane, Managing Director of On Train, said: “We are delighted to be supporting TFW in the fitment of Cab Air Conditioning for their Class 769 fleet. The role of On Train as Main Contractor provides our UK clients with a true turnkey service where a comprehensive project is delivered from concept to completion.”
Klaas Schimmel – Managing Director of DC Airco said: “Winning this order is excellent news for all involved, we are certain that this equipment will deliver the safe and cool working environment that drivers need during summertime.”
On Train are International Sales Specialists, Systems Integrators and Turnkey Solutions providers, they have been active on many recent uplifts and maintenance projects covering Ethernet connected systems, Infodev EDI Passenger Counting and DC Airco Equipment plus a myriad of other projects. Contact us for all Cab AC requirements in the UK and Eire. www.on-train.co.uk
DC Airco are specialists in the provision of rugged air conditioning and air cooling equipment for a variety of uses worldwide from rail vehicles to military vehicles specialising in equipment for harsh environments. DC Airco equipment has been selected by many UK TOC’s as the “equipment of choice”. Over 90% of all DC Airco product is exported worldwide. http://www.dcairco.com/
On Train and DC Airco are all exhibiting at Rolling Stock Networking at the Derby Arena, on the 8th of July 2021 www.rsnevents.co.uk
Photo credit: Jeremy Segrott – Transport for Wales Class 769 unit 769002 at Grangetown, Cardiff
The internal easily accessible fuse box and advanced PLC controller in combination with the smart and robust external control panel with illuminated display for easy operating, maintenance and comfort.
The features
• Cooling
• Fresh air
• Exhaustair
• Heat pump
• Electric heating
• EN 45545-2 HL3
• Compact retrofit design
• Harting connectors
• PLC logging
On Train is the UK Representative of DC Airco.
Contact us at klane@on-train.co.uk
Tel 07527 811700
Following an innovation competition process performed by Porterbrook, a select number of suppliers offering innovative rail products demonstrated their new developments and products at the Porterbrook Innovation Hub at Rail Live on 19–20 June 2019 at the Quinton Rail Technology Centre, Warwickshire.
The new Infodev development installed on the Class 319 train has been fully tested during the first day of Rail Live and the considerable changes in both occupant density and the number of seated passengers occurring during the day has been audited and has been found to be reported by the system in real time with astonishing accuracy.
Infodev EDI is developing Seat & Space occupancy detection is based on their newly developed multiple parameter sensors. It is at the forefront of innovative technology.
Infodev EDI has applied years of expertise in detection technology and variations upon its detection algorithms to develop the Infodev innovative Seat and Space occupancy capability.
The team has been very pleased to hear positive feedback from visitors. Following this initial testing, Infodev are now working on the next generation of the product, which will enable an interface to ticket sales and hence seat reservation status and to provide an output for real time integration with PIS displays and Passenger and Operator Apps.
The continued success of Infodev EDI products and services can be seen in the UK and worldwide market where the passenger counting solution sees particular success due to its exceptional accuracy. Surpassing other technologies and due to its ease of installation, its exceptionally thin sensor array ensures that installation can be achieved in the most difficult scenarios. In the UK alone Infodev EDI equipment is fitted to train classes 142, 144, 150, 153, 155, 156, 158, 165, 168, 170, 185, 220, 221, 222, 230, 315, 321, 322, 323, 333, 442 and HST.
On Train continues to grow its breadth of services and capability. The company is RISQC verified and has completed numerous rail vehicle projects.
The company has an adaptable and responsive profile, built upon mutually advantageous partnerships that bring the very best products to market. We form a team with our OEM clients to install and then maintain those products through their entire life-cycle, providing train owners and operators with the added assurance that their rail services and vehicles will be fully supported by a local partner.
UK Representation
The company provides UK wide sales representation and project services for DC Airco, Infodev EDI and EAA Projects the latter enabling the provision of contract labour. Our low cost method of operation constructs project teams appropriate to project scale and duration.
Franchise Bid Support
We specialise in the provision of solutions for all technical uplifts there are few franchises that have not been supported by our assistance in the pricing and planing of technical modifications.
Route to Market for International Companies
We offer international OEM's the following advantages:-
- A UK Representative able to act on your behalf.
- Technical Sales performed by a Chartered Engineer able to understand and convey product advantages.
- Highly experienced deal closing capability.
- Exceptional Industry Reputation.
- No UK office set up costs.
- Explicit knowledge of how to sell to the UK rail market.
- We are able to arrange integration design and railway approvals to meet railway group standards and the demanding regulatory requirements.
- UK Installation teams to install your products with UK compliant insurances.
- UK based Warranty Support.
- Long term support by responsive UK technicians.
On Train - On Track - On Time - On Budget
On Train is experiencing an exceptionally busy 2019 and 2020 and remains focussed on controlled growth through addition of OEM products, providing support to rail vehicles and keeping trains running. We contract with major companies and have numerous returning customers, because we do exactly what we say we will do. No fuss, No drama.
We are where you need us when you need us.
Following an innovation competition process performed by Porterbrook, a select number of suppliers offering innovative rail products will be demonstrating their new developments and products at the Porterbrook Innovation Hub at Rail Live 19–20 June 2019 at the Quinton Rail Technology Centre, Warwickshire. Infodev are also exhibiting at Rolling Stock Networking in Derby on 11th July 2019.
Infodev EDI is developing Seat & Space occupancy detection technology based on A.I. image training recognition and an embedded algorithm. It is at the forefront of innovative technology.
Infodev EDI has applied years of expertise in detection technology, detection algorithms and machine learning to develop the Infodev innovative Seat and Space occupancy capability. Deep learning methods have been combined with an Infodev proven detection algorithm and our “big data” expertise to develop the next generation of spread and occupancy technology.
Infodev technology captures multiple images of each train compartment the images/pictures/videos are then processed and analysed with Infodev A.I. based detection algorithm to identify the number of persons standing, the number of free seats and also to detect objects (ex: luggage) in each compartment.
The continued success of Infodev EDI products and services can be seen in the UK and worldwide market where the passenger counting solution sees particular success due to its exceptional accuracy. Surpassing other technologies and due to its ease of installation, its exceptionally thin sensor array ensures that installation can be achieved in the most difficult scenarios. In the UK alone Infodev EDI equipment is fitted to train classes 142, 144, 150, 153, 155, 156, 158, 165, 168, 170, 185, 220, 221, 222, 230, 315, 321, 322, 323, 333, 442 and HST.
The equipment is very valuable for any train operator that needs to meet franchise commitments for passenger counting or vehicle occupancy or wants to identify and deliver the benefits in operational efficiency that accurate passenger analysis can facilitate. The comprehensive Infodev solution is backed up by powerful analytical software packages that provide high quality data upon which service and investment decisions can be made in confidence.
Harry Vrucht – Technical director of Infodev EDI Inc said “we are delighted to be one of a select number of companies to be exhibiting industry leading innovative products on the Porterbrook Innovation train. The existing product is an award winning solution which remains ideal for train operators and the new AI deep learning product adds to the suite of solutions available from Infodev EDI”.
Kevin Lane - Managing Director of On Train said “We represent Infodev in the UK and were delighted to assist Infodev EDI in the UK market where Infodev equipment has been consistently selected by many train operators with regular repeat orders. Presently we have significant interest in the UK from operators and new builders that either do not have automatic passenger counting or seek a reliable long term solution with much higher accuracy on raw count data than competitive systems can provide.”
On Train is presently active on projects for the installation of technical enhancements such as Passenger Counting, Maintenance Projects, Spares Supply and Technical Consultancy. On Train’s project management, coupled with installation capabilities provides a complete service for all Rail Vehicle Enhancements, Maintenance and Labour Supply. www.on-train.co.uk
On Train are providing full fleet Cab AC Maintenance on Class 323 for 2019 season preparedness, with the project delivered in an intense programme designed to return the equipment to peak performance. On Train has the qualified FGAS technicians to provide train operators with comprehensive Cab AC Maintenance services.
DC Airco equipment is widely fitted throughout the UK fleet on heavy and light rail electric and diesel multiple Units and in the cabs of Locomotives. The equipment assures comfort and assists driver alertness in warm weather.
All of our Technicians have been fully trained in advanced intervention. In the majority of cases we can perform repairs on site. In the unlikely event that this is not possible we provide a return and replace service using the specialist capabilities of DC Airco in the Netherlands.
On Train are Route to Market, Installation and Maintenance Specialists, presently active on projects for the installation of technical enhancements such as Passenger Counting. On Train’s technical management coupled with installation capabilities provides a complete service for all DC Airco products on multiple unit stock. www.on-train.co.uk
DC Airco are specialists in the provision of rugged air conditioning and air cooling equipment for a variety of uses worldwide from rail vehicles to ERTMS ground station cooling. DC Airco equipment has been selected by many UK TOC’s as the “equipment of choice”, including London Midland, Stagecoach Group, Arriva, FGW, National Express and First Capital Connect. www.dcairco.com
