Plasser
TampingAssistant

Technology

Plasser TampingAssistant

Plasser TampingAssistant Pro supports operators in tamping complex turnouts, which contributes considerably to consistent tamping results. In particular, the system supports less experienced operators with tamping every turnout in every area, ensuring a technologically correct result which consistently complies with standards and guidelines. It can also be used on plain-line track sections.

This reduces the risk of serious operating errors significantly. As the system operates in real-time and there’s no need for a pre-measuring run thanks to the integrated obstacle detection feature, it is possible to minimize track possessions. Reducing the number of staff required in the working area improves occupational safety.

Added value

Plasser TampingAssistant

  • Quality
    • Technologically correct and consistent work process
    • Process reliability through partial automation
    • Consistently high and reproducible quality
    • Continuous increase in quality and reliability
  • Safety
    • Reduced workload for operators
    • Every action is checked before it is executed
    • Increased occupational safety
  • Efficiency
    • Addresses the shortage of skilled staff
    • Possible to hire less experienced operating staff
    • Lower staff and training costs
    • Optimizes and reduces track possessions
    • Lower maintenance costs
  • Transparency
    • Logs system recommendations and operator actions
    • Transparent documentation of the work results
    • Traceability and proof of the work performed
    • Basis for future invitations to tender

    How it works

    Plasser TampingAssistant

    1. Scans and records the track sections to be tamped during working travel
    2. Detects and classifies obstacles and turnout parts in real time
    3. Automatically calculates configurations for each position, taking into account the tamping plan as well as identified objects
    4. Automatically positions the working units (tamping unit, roller lifting clamps, lifting hook and 3rd-rail lifting unit, DGS, sleeper-end consolidator, etc.)
    5. The operator confirms or adjusts the actions recommended to them
    6. Automatically executes actions after confirmation
    7. Automatically records recommendations and actions, compiles the work documentation

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