RAIL CoLAB
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Services for the railway sector

We offer companies and organisations in the sector the knowledge of our team, the Laboratory Train and the RAIL CoLAB network of associates.

What we do

Each job is tailored: we start by understanding the problem and only then propose scope, timeline and budget.

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In-service tests with the Laboratory Train

A freight wagon with sensors and remote monitoring that can be coupled to different trains. Test your equipment in real operation, not only in the lab.

  • Installing the equipment on the wagon
  • Data collection in operation
  • Report with the results
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Asset monitoring and management

Asset condition forecasting and digitally supported maintenance, including identification with NFC tags (RailTag).

  • Assessment of the current condition
  • Condition-based maintenance plan

For: Infrastructure managers, operators, workshops

R&D projects and funding applications

Preparing applications to European and national programmes and taking part as a research partner.

  • Building the consortium
  • Writing and submission

For: Companies, associates, public bodies

Something else?

If what you need is not on this list, describe it. We will tell you whether and how we can help.

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How we work

  1. 01First conversationWe understand the problem, the data available and what you need to get.
  2. 02ProposalWe send the scope, timeline and budget.
  3. 03Delivery of the workThe RAIL CoLAB team, with associates when it makes sense, does the work and keeps you up to date.
  4. 04HandoverYou receive the results and the report and, if you wish, a presentation to your team.

Why RAIL CoLAB

A network, not just a teamCompanies, universities and R&D centres work together in RAIL CoLAB. Each job can count on whoever knows the topic best.
Tests in the fieldWith the Freight Laboratory Train, developed with MEDWAY, tests take place in real operation.
Applied researchFour R&D areas focused on real problems of the railway system.

Do you have a challenge for RAIL CoLAB?

Describe what you need. We will reply to the email you give us with the next steps.

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