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Author: Livia In-Albon

Working together to innovate and shape the future of rail freight

With the LEILA Light bogie, developed in collaboration between JOSEF MEYER Rail and PROSE, we are setting new standards in rail freight transport. The joint venture stands for efficiency, sustainability and technical excellence: LEILA Light reduces noise and minimises wear and tear on the rail infrastructure, resulting in significant cost advantages and increased speed.  

But such innovations require more than just technology. Cooperation and targeted use of resources are crucial to overcoming challenges such as the asymmetrical distribution of the costs of technologies and jointly paving the way for the future. 

Find out more about our developments here (only in German): https://cargorail.ch/die-asymmetrie-von-vorteilen-und-umsetzungskosten-erachte-ich-als-groessten-knackpunkt-der-dak/ 

‘Digitalisation – but the right way!’ – PROSE at the Siegburg exchange of experience on locomotive maintenance

Next week, the specialist conference on locomotive maintenance will take place in Siegburg – a central industry meeting point for manufacturers, system providers, rental companies, railway operators and workshops. The main topic this time is ‘Digitalisation – but the right way!’. The focus is on how digital technologies can be meaningfully integrated into maintenance processes in order to increase efficiency and safety.

PROSE is proud to be actively involved – among other things with a presentation by Dr Bernhard Frei, Director Corporate Development at PROSE. He will talk about successful ECM approaches for historic vehicles.

PROSE is pleased to participate in this event, where practical best practice examples will be shared and solutions for collaboration will be developed. With a structured exchange of experiences and topics such as bar camp sessions, the conference promotes networking and provides valuable insights into the future direction of the industry.

Interested? Buy your ticket here: https://www.bahnverstand.ch/veranstaltungen-von-bahnverstand/lok-ihi-2024/

Find ‘DIE RETROFITTER’ online!

Since the end of last year, PROSE, IFTEC GmbH & Co. KG and ICS – Informatik Consulting Systems have joined forces under the name DIE RETROFITTER to offer modular or comprehensive modernisation solutions for light rail vehicles and trams. 

With our combined expertise, we can cover both software and hardware aspects of modernisation, from concept development to approval management. With our expertise in engineering, consulting, materials and workshop services, we support projects every step of the way – from vision to reality. 

 On our new joint website www.retrofitter.eu you will find details of our approach, our services and our modernisation focus areas. 

And for those who visited us at InnoTrans, we hope you enjoyed our exclusive giveaways, posters and one-pager insights. Feel free to contact us with any questions or ideas for collaboration! 

Find your PROSE contacts here: https://prose.one/de/retrofitter/

PROSE partners up with Svenska Kraftnät for strategic pre-study

PROSE is excited to collaborate with Svenska kraftnät on an important pre-study to investigate the necessity of a specialised railway car for transporting extraordinarily heavy materials like power transformers and reactors. This initiative is vital as Sweden’s aging national grid requires upgrades and renewals to meet future demands. 

The study will assess logistical requirements, explore potential solutions, and deliver a comprehensive report on the best way to transport these essential components via rail. 

We are proud to support Svenska kraftnät in ensuring the reliability and sustainability of Sweden’s power transmission infrastructure for years to come. 

GCU Practice Conference 2024: Navigating upcoming changes

This year’s BahnVerstand GCU practice conference focussed on the future of the GCU (General Contract of Use for Wagons) and the urgent need for rail transport companies to prepare for the upcoming changes.  

PROSE-employee Dr Bernhard Frei was present and reported on how PROSE is increasingly advising rail transport companies on organisational development in connection with GCU tasks. The GCU landscape is changing and many rail transport companies are not prepared for the upcoming changes.

In a recent interview, Dr Bernhard Frei explained that while PROSE has its roots in rolling stock engineering, it has evolved to support clients in broader areas such as ECM and SMS (Safety Management Systems), helping rail companies navigate the complex relationships between keepers, operators and organisational change. 

Will the sector be prepared for the changes to the GCU by 2026? Dr Bernhard Frei is optimistic that a workable compromise will be found, but companies must prepare for the changes in good time. 

Find out more about how PROSE can help your company prepare for the future: https://prose.one/about-us/ 

 

Corrosion repair

Project tasks

  • Creating a CAD model of the carbody from a set of drawings
  • Creation of an FE model of the carbody
  • Strength assessment of the condition without corrosion
  • Consideration of corrosion damage in the calculation model
  • Analysis and determination of minimum wall thicknesses
  • Specification of measures for corrosion repair
  • Preparation of drawings to document the repair solution

Our Approach

Corrosion damage to the lower structure of the carbody was discovered during the planning of conversion measures on dining carriages. The wagons are welded steel constructions from 1990 and due to the advanced age of the vehicles, the operator did not have any CAD models or strength documents. PROSE was commissioned to assess the utilisation of the carbody in terms of strength. First in their original, corrosion-free state and then considering the identified corrosion damage. Additionally, we were asked to develop solutions to prolong the service life of the vehicles.

In a first step, a CAD model was created from the set of drawings. This model then served as the basis for creating the Finite Element (FE) model, which embodies the target condition of the carbody structure. A subsequent strength analysis then showed how many theoretical reserves the structure still had.

In the next step, the FE model was updated to include corroded areas, and the calculations were repeated. In this way, the effect of corrosion on the structural strength of the carbody could be determined and evaluated.

Using an iterative approach, a maximum corrosion depth could be determined for the damaged areas. For areas where it was foreseeable that the corrosion would penetrate too deeply, repair solutions were also developed, which included welding in new profiles, and their strength was verified.

Customer benefit

Thanks to PROSE’s work, the customer now has access to a CAD model of the carbody. The strength analysis has enabled the determination of minimum wall thicknesses for vehicle areas typically affected by corrosion, which the customer can use to evaluate the extent of corrosion damage. For areas where corrosion has penetrated too deeply, the customer now possesses localised repair solutions. This can significantly extend the service life of the vehicles.

 

          

Recap: PROSE at the Oberbremsrätekonferenz in Bad Ischl

From 11 to 13 September, PROSE-employees Josef Kometer and Dr. Felix Saur took part in the Oberbremsrätekonferenz in Bad Ischl and gave the opening lecture on the exciting topic of ‘Self-excitation through wheel-rail contact and its influence on braking’. The audience showed great interest and an intensive dialogue developed during the course of the conference.

In addition to PROSE, companies such as Knorr-Bremse, ÖBB-Cargo, Stadler and Alstom also contributed to the success of the event with interesting presentations. A special highlight was the gala dinner, at which four new „Oberbremsräte“ were appointed in the stables of the Kaiservilla.

We are delighted with the valuable discussions and the intensive dialogue within the industry!

Thank you for a great InnoTrans

A huge thank you to the amazing team at PROSE for the dedication, passion, and effort that made InnoTrans 2024 such a success.
We return to our desks inspired, energised, and eager for what is ahead!
Our teamwork truly set the foundation for what we achieved and what is to come.

The excitement and inspiration from InnoTrans 2024, combined with the innovative minds we met and the new relationships we forged, will drive us forward as we continue shaping tomorrow’s mobility.

If you share our vision for the future of mobility, let’s connect and explore how we can collaborate to make it happen!
Let’s partner up: https://www.prose.one
Stay tuned for more photo re-caps ahead! Follow us: LinkedIn

Big thank you to Swissrail Industry Association and Adrian Hug + the whole Standbau Hug-team for the excellent support and collaboration.

Driving Innovation: PROSE secures new workshop bogie project with Würzburger Straßenbahn GmbH

We are excited to announce that PROSE has been awarded a new project with Würzburger Straßenbahn GmbH (WSB) after maintaining a strong relationship through various collaborations in recent years. This new order involves the development of workshop bogies to enable the temporary movement of low-floor vehicles during the GT-N bogie inspection. 

PROSE will deliver the complete engineering solution—from concept to detailed drawings—so that WSB’s maintenance team can manufacture the auxiliary bogies in-house. The project focuses on creating a simple yet torsionally soft design to meet the specific requirements of the workshop environment. 

Learn more about PROSE and our projects here: https://prose.one/our-references/

InnoTrans-Wednesday…what a day!

A big thank you to all who participated at the PROSE After-Fair event yesterday and contributed to a successful ending of day two. It can only be described with one word: Epic!

Follow our LinkedIn page for photo-re-caps! But first, Innotrans day three.
Make sure you stop by our booth, hall 2.2 booth 250 to hear how we are shaping tomorrow’s mobility. We offer independent engineering and consulting services, with unique expertise in railway technology. Let us show you our solutions to your challenges. Meet our experts on site.

See you soon!

PROSE at InnoTrans: Honoured with the Railway Award

We are proud to announce that PROSE has been honoured with the Railway Award in the ‘Top Employer’ category! This award is a testament to our continued commitment to innovation, teamwork and excellence in the railway industry.

Special thanks go to Josef Kometer and Bernhard Frei, who represented PROSE at the award ceremony at InnoTrans.

We look forward to continuing to help shape the future of mobility.

 

PROSE joins forces with leading partners to develop pioneering hyperloop solutions

PROSE is proud to announce, that we have signed a cooperation agreement with Hardt Hyperloop, TÜV Rheinland Group and GESTE Engineering for the joint development of Hyperloop solutions and essential technology bricks

The signing took place at the occasion of the grand opening event of the European Hyperloop Center in Veendam, The Netherlands, which gathered the major stakeholders of the Hyperloop Eco-System.

PROSE’s has a long-standing track record tackling the challenges of innovative transportation systems and looks forward to becoming a key contributor in the shaping of tomorrow’s mobility.

Find out why we are the perfect partner in shaping tomorrow’s mobility: https://prose.one/about-us/

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