Rolling Stock Project
V/Locity Interior, Mechanical & Electrical System Updates
Project Overview
Project Client: Alstom
Year of Completion: Ongoing
The broad gauge V/Locity train sets are designed for short to medium haul regional trips. The modified broad gauge vehicle scope includes a new facelift, updated drivers cab, bicycle and accessibility improvements and a new auxiliary power system. The standard gauge V/Locity train sets are designed for the longer haul trips and are set to replace the previous classic locomotive-hauled fleet. They incorporate further changes such as a new catering facility, USB chargers on seats, lighting system upgrades and additional accessibility spaces.
Services delivered :
◘ Mechanical project engineering/design integration for:
• Interiors upgrades
○ Accessible flip down tables § Seating upgrades
○ Accessibility area design
○ Bike racks
○ Luggage storage
○ Grab rails
○ Catering Facility
○ Catering Facility Roller Shutter Door
◘ Electrical project engineering system integration/design under instructions:
• Auxiliary Power System
• Catering Facility
• Lighting
• Roller Shutter Door
• TPWS (Train Protection Warning System) MK4 upgrade
◘ General electrical & mechanical components obsolescence & upgrades
◘ Type Testing & Commissioning
◘ Production Engineering Assistance
◘ Stakeholder Design Reviews & Engagement
◘ EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) testing
◘ Supplier Co-ordination & Management
◘ Validation & Verification Activities