What is BS EN 13232-2 - Geometric design requirements for switches and crossings about?
BS EN 13232 is a European standard that discusses track switches and crossings for railways. BS EN 13232-2 is the second part of a multi-part series that outlines the following subjects:
- Geometric design principles for wheel guidance
- Definition of basic limits of supply
- Applied forces and their adequate support
- Tolerance levels
to design and manufacture efficient switches and crossings for railway tracks.
These are illustrated herein by application to a turnout. The main switch and crossing components are represented in turnouts and the principles used in turnouts apply equally to more complex layouts.
Who is BS EN 13232-2 - Geometric design requirements for switches and crossings for?
BS EN 13232-2 on geometric design requirements for switches and crossings is useful for:
- Switches and crossings manufacturers
- Test centres
- Designers of switchers and crossings
- Regulatory authorities
Why should you use BS EN 13232-2 - Geometric design requirements for switches and crossings?
A railroad switch turnout or setpoint is a mechanical installation enabling railway trains to be guided from one track to another, such as at a railway junction or where a spur or siding branches off. A crossing is a device introduced at the junction where two rails cross each other to permit the wheel flange of a railway vehicle to pass from one track to another.
BS EN 13232-2 assists you with principles of geometry and running dynamics like the general requirements, speed relationships, effects of changes in curvature, switches, and crossings on curves.
BS EN 13232-2 also guides on non-geometric aspects of design and tolerances.
This assists in efficiently designing switches and crossings that are of high quality and durability for use on railway tracks.
With obedience and compliance to BS EN 13232-2, you can standardize the geometric design for switches and crossings for railway tracks.