Case Study - DB Schenker Company Train

Background

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.