Lighting the rails: Teknoware helps modernise Helsinki Metro’s M100 and M200 trains
Teknoware contributed to the refurbishment of Helsinki’s orange M100 and M200 metro trains by replacing old lights with new solutions meeting European standards. The upgrade formed part of a major overhaul of trains carried out between 2019 and 2023. The project was implemented by VR FleetCare.
All of the M100 and M200 trains in the Helsinki Metro system are now equipped with Teknoware headlights and interior lighting. This was not just a simple case of component replacement: the lighting was entirely redesigned to meet modern requirements for safety and usability. Both series of trains were fitted with custom-made interior LED lights, and all the diffusers were renewed. These updates were designed to be compatible with the existing electrical system, which made it possible to utilise the original wiring and connectors without further modifications.
The lighting upgrade part of the project, implemented in 2020 and 2021, was one of Teknoware’s first deliveries of units from the Teknoware Vision range for trains, which is fully compliant with the new European standard.
Teknoware Vision: lighting the rails
Teknoware Vision is a multifunctional LED headlight which was designed specifically for the demanding conditions encountered in rail transport. It offers excellent all-weather visibility and a stylish design that blends seamlessly into the front of the train. Teknoware Vision guarantees a durable and reliable structure that meets all European safety and quality requirements.
Lighting units from the Teknoware Vision and Teknoware Vision Plus ranges are designed to replace old halogen lights. They are suitable for new vehicle builds and retrofit projects, and provide an ideal solution for headlights, tail lights and marker lights. They can be supplied as an all-in-one solution or individually for each application, based on the customer’s technical and visual requirements. Teknoware offers a wide range of exterior lighting solutions.
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For more information about our products and solutions, email our Rail experts at rail@teknoware.com.
