Knorr-Bremse - Rail Braking Systems, Air Supply Systems, Platform Screen Systems, Service and Maintenance Support

Knorr-Bremse (UK) Limited (formerly Westinghouse Brakes) is recognised today as offering the rail industry the very latest in innovative design and technology within its product and service portfolio.

The core business activities of the company are divided into three specialist areas; Knorr-Bremse braking systems, Westinghouse Platform Screen Doors and railservices service and maintenance support for all Knorr-Bremse products.

The company serves the UK and Ireland markets for Knorr-Bremse braking systems and railservices support and has global responsibility within the Knorr-Bremse Group for platform screen systems through its Westinghouse Platform Screen Doors division.

In 2005, Knorr-Bremse Rail Systems (UK) Limited relocated to a brand new, purpose built headquarters, manufacturing, service and distribution facility based at Melksham, Wiltshire, UK. Over £10 million of investment in the facility and the technology housed within it has created a facility which is amongst the best of its type in Europe.

KNORR-BREMSE RAIL BRAKING SYSTEMS

The demanding braking requirements of railways are addressed by the proven technology, performance and reliability offered by Knorr-Bremse braking systems.

The range of braking system technology available includes the innovative EP2002 Distributed Brake Control System. This system, designed specifically for metro applications, uses advanced mechatronics to deliver outstanding features and performance.

Knorr-Bremse braking systems can be configured to meet the braking demands of high-speed trains, locomotives, multiple units, light rail, metro trains and freight wagons.

Knorr-Bremse Rail Systems (UK) Limited holds the status of a Centre of Competence (CoC) for brake control within the Knorr-Bremse Group.

WESTINGHOUSE PLATFORM SCREEN DOORS

Platform screen systems from Westinghouse Platform Screen Doors are designed and engineered to fit the requirements of the individual application and the exact specification of the customer. Installations in the UK, China, Denmark, Malaysia and Singapore have demonstrated, through millions of opening / closing cycles, the safety and reliability of the Westinghouse Platform Screen Doors systems.

Platform screen systems enhance platform safety by creating a barrier between passengers on the platform and the train and track. They control the entry and exit flow of passengers, enabling operators to maintain schedules and assisting passengers entering or exiting the train to do so in a more orderly way. In addition, platform screen systems can enhance the appearance of a station and Westinghouse Platform Screen Doors are experienced in working closely with station architects and designers to achieve the most aesthetically pleasing effects. Platform screen systems can be installed into new build platforms or retrofitted.

The company offers three main types of platform screen systems:

• Platform screen doors, especially suitable for metros, which provide a full height barrier and allow for air conditioning
• Platform edge doors which provide an almost full height barrier but leave a gap at the top, especially suitable for outdoor platforms or retrofit
• Platform safety gates which provide a half height barrier

Westinghouse Platform Screen Doors is the Centre of Competence (CoC) within the Knorr-Bremse Group for platform screen systems.

RAILSERVICES

Through railservices, Knorr-Bremse Rail Systems (UK) Limited provides full service and support to customers. From a single original replacement part to a shared risk, long-term contract, railservices provides flexible but comprehensive support to customers. The support covers all Knorr-Bremse products and systems in the UK and Irish markets and worldwide for Westinghouse Platform Screen Doors systems.

By using railservices, customers are assured that the same level of expertise, care and quality that was engineered into the original part or system is being invested in the care of that system.

The railservices status is awarded to facilities within the global Knorr-Bremse Group which are able to offer full service and maintenance support combined with a fast turnaround.

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