Southern region EMU cabs are subjected to lots of
sunlight in summer months and so can rapidly heat up and, when driving
into direct sunlight, it can be almost impossible to cool the cab just using
the existing desk fan.
With previous expertise in systems
installation, and specifically cab cooling integration, ESG provided
Southern Railway with full project management, design, supply, and fleet
installation services to improve the driving environment.
ESG selected a design
partner, an expert in production of air conditioning and air
conditioning systems outside of the rail industry, and through close
partnership, produced a bespoke design to achieve rail standards.
System integration design
- Supplier selection and mentoring
- Electrical integration design
- Vehicle supply capacity investigation
- Detail, assembly, and installation drawings
- Design against RGS
- Prototype and production fitment
- Fleet installation (2 vehicles, 4 cabs per weekend)
- Installation on customer site
- Design scrutiny and Certification through Railway Approvals Ltd
ESG has also worked closely with
other suppliers of air conditioning equipment, and fitted air
conditioning to EMUs and DMUs including Classes 313, 165,
166, and 455