Advancing Track Changer Systems in Greek Railways: A Praxis Factor Case Study

Praxis Factor, alongside Alstom Transport S.A., undertook a significant project to reorganize and replace 70 track changers throughout the Athens – Thessaloniki – Promachonas 630 Km rail network. This case study outlines the project’s objectives, the strategies implemented, and the key outcomes.

Project Overview

• Client: Alstom Transport S.A.
• Project: Reorganization & Replacement of Track Changers
• Location: Athens – Thessaloniki – Promachonas, 630 Km Rail Network
• Scope: Updating the rail network’s track changing mechanisms to improve efficiency and reliability.

Project Objectives

The project aimed to:

1. Update the track changer systems across an extensive section of the Greek rail network, aiming for better operational efficiency and reliability.
2. Improve the safety and accuracy of rail movements along a vital rail route in Greece.

Our Approach

• Network Planning: Applied a new design for the rail network to enhance track changing operations and signal clarity.
• Optic Signal Enhancement: Upgraded optic signal capabilities for clearer and more accurate track changing commands.
• GSM-R Interconnection: Established connections with GSM-R systems for better communication and control.

Impactful Outcomes

The project successfully:

• Enhanced track operations, making the track changer systems more precise and efficient, ensuring punctual and safe rail movements.
• Improved safety standards, creating a safer environment for passengers and goods due to better signal clarity and communication.
• Prepared for future technological advancements, setting a foundation for ongoing improvements in rail network technology.

This project demonstrates Praxis Factor’s dedication to improving rail infrastructure through careful planning and technology upgrades. In collaboration with Alstom Transport S.A., we have enhanced the track changer systems across a key section of Greece’s rail network, affirming our expertise and leadership in the telecom and network infrastructure sector.