Implementing Rail Crossing Solutions
Because SafeZone is a modular solution, it can be configured to address a range of requirements. The following address several iterations suitable to rail crossing warning enhancements. Actual implementations will depend on a range of factors, including site-specific issues such as terrain, access to other control systems, and existing warning systems.
1 - Wireless Roadside and Wireless In-Road Advance Warning Solution:
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- Active Advance Warning Signs (AAWSs)
Positioned on roadside on approaches to crossing, typically 200-300 metres in advance.
- In-Road Alert Devices (IRADs)
Positioned down the road centre line and lane markers; typically installed every 5-6 metres within first 100-200 metres of crossing, then at 8-10 metres spacings out to line of AAWS, on either side of the crossing
- Train Detection System (optional)
3rd party supplied, or SafeZone/IVTT developed detection systems, that work independently of other rail systems, can be deployed in locations where there are no other activation systems, such as at remote rural crossings where there are no wigwags or other alert systems
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Click on the image to see an animation showing
both AAWSs & IRADs operational.
Note also the wigwags on the crossing.
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2 - Wireless Roadside Advance Driver Warning Solution:
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- Active Advance Warning Signs (AAWSs)
Positioned on roadside on approaches to crossing, typically 200-300 metres in advance.
- Train Detection System (optional)
3rd party supplied, or SafeZone/IVTT developed detection systems, that work independently of other rail systems, can be deployed in locations where there are no other activation systems, such as at remote rural crossings where there are no wigwags or other alert systems
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Click on the image to see an animation showing
AAWS operational.
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3 - Wireless In-Road Advance Driver Warning Solution:
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- In-Road Alert Devices (IRADs)
Positioned down the road centre line and lane markers; typically installed every 5-6 metres within first 100-200 metres of crossing, then at 8-10 metres spacings out to line of AAWS, on either side of the crossing
- Train Detection System (optional)
3rd party supplied, or SafeZone/IVTT developed detection systems, that work independently of other rail systems, can be deployed in locations where there are no other activation systems, such as at remote rural crossings where there are no wigwags or other alert systems
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Click on the image to see an animation showing
IRADs operational.
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For an overview of the installation processes for discrete elements of a SafeZone system, review the Installation Pictorial Overviews in the RESOURCES section.
