Rail & Transit

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Experts predict passenger and freight activity will more than double by 2050. Microprocessor applications and wireless technology drive the industry’s rapid innovation and expansion and movement toward SMART locomotives. LED lighting, Positive Train Control, specialized diagnostic systems and integrated computer systems for increased passenger comfort are no longer on the horizon but represent leading innovative applications.

Retlif’s extensive background on the rails includes broad engineering and compliance experience and technical expertise for current and projected rail and transit compliance testing and engineering needs.  Retlif and rail: Above & Beyond.

  • Compliance Program Management
  • Engineering Documentation – EMC Control Plans,
  • Design & Consultation – RF Filtering Plans, Grounding Plans, Equipment Installation Plans, Pre-Construction System Design Reviews
  • Training
  • In Lab Testing – Signaling System Components, UPS, Communications Equipment Signal Lighting, Passenger Car and Transit Car interior components.
  • On Site Testing – Full Locomotive Compliance, Pre-Construction Site Surveys, PTC & CBTC installed Systems
  • Testing Services Provide For: UMTA, FRA, AAR,APTA,AREMA, MIL-STD,EU, CE, IEEE and specialized Transit Agencies and Class One Railroad specifications

Some unique Rail and Transit testing services provided are: Metal Dust Chamber, Walk In Temperature Chamber, Large Volume (640 cubic ft.) Salt Fog Chamber. Retlif’s extensive background on the rails includes broad engineering and compliance experience and technical expertise for current and projected rail and transit compliance testing and engineering needs.  Retlif and rail: Above & Beyond.