Pendolino modernisation benefits from Teknoware Vision headlights
As part of a broader modernisation of VR FleetCare’s Pendolino trains, the locomotive’s headlight were also upgraded. Teknoware Vision headlights made it possible to improve visibility without major changes to the existing structure.
Visibility is one of the most important factors affecting safety when driving a train. As part of the modernisation of the Pendolino fleet, it was also decided to upgrade the headlights to meet the current expectations for performance and usability.
The starting point for the project was to find a solution that would improve visibility whilst making the most of the existing rolling stock. The aim was to avoid major structural changes and to carry out the upgrade in a way that fits in with the broader modernisation of the trains. An equally important aspect was that to keep the trains’ downtime at minimum, the lights should be replaced in a straightforward manner and without any unnecessary modifications.
Teknoware Vision headlights were selected as the solution. VR FleetCare was already familiar with Vision from previous projects, which helped evaluate the solution and reduced the risks associated with its implementation. The light’s compact design, versatility, and robust construction designed specifically for rail transport made it well-suited to the modernisation project.
Teknoware customised the solution to the existing installation environment by supplying, in addition to the lights, the necessary connectors and vehicle-specific wiring. This allowed the new lights to be integrated into the existing structure without any significant modifications or a need to alter the train’s external structures. As the solution was adapted to the existing framework, the installation could also be carried out more quickly and simply than with a completely new structure.
One particularly valued aspect of the collaboration was the opportunity to quickly refine the technical requirements together with Teknoware’s sales and product specialists. Close cooperation helped ensure that the solution met both the technical requirements for the rolling stock and the practical objectives of the project.
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