EWS (now DB Schenker) initiated the Company Train
project to provide a replacement to the company's aged inspection
saloon with a modern equivalent utilising MK3 vehicles. ESG managed the
complete package of concept, detail design, modification and
certification. Based around a push-pull high-speed train concept, using
a CL.67 locomotive with ex-WCML MkIII DVT and 3 trailer coaches, the
train features a fully converted interior to adapt the train for its
future use, including a board room, cinema and lounge/bar area.
System integration design
- Hard-wired LAN with VOIP and cordless long-range phones
- VPN connection via GPRS modem to corporate network via roof antenna
- Electrical rack housing the on-train network
- Live UPS, MA set output, and speed monitoring available on display screens
- Fixed locomotive fire system to allow remote operation
- 50" plasma screens displaying forward and reverse facing cameras in cabs
- Electrical racks housing the on-train network and entertainment system
- 7 Metre conference table and 14 Swivel seats, and cinema seating
- Reception and bar area complete with LED lighting
- Installation of 5 suites, 2 En-suite & 1 communal bathroom and CET tank
- Water heaters for showers
- DVT control system and thru-train wiring for class 67 / DVT push pull operation
- Gauging assessment allowing increased route clearance
- Convert conceptual designs into detailed drawings, and production of technical documentation
- Design scrutiny (against Railway Group Standards)
- Liaison with regulatory bodies
- Selection and control of third-party sub contractors
- Structural, Braking, and Gauge Assessment
- Project Management
Based on our past performance in
providing turnkey projects, EWS commissioned ESG to provide detailed
designs, structural calculations and provide a comprehensive design
scrutiny. Project management of the conference coach, DVT and locomotive
conversions was also included. All this achieved within
ground-breaking costs and timescales. But the real achievement has been
how ESG turned into reality the concept of using the 125mph CL.67 with
a DVT to provide a versatile and efficient trainset concept, that as a
result has been latterly adopted by Chiltern Railways.