Network Rail
Network Rail Level Crossings
Network Rail needed a solution for the West Dyke Road railway level crossing in Redcar, using a Power Operated Sliding Barrier (POSB) on User Worked Crossings (UWCs). Electro UK were contracted to develop a set of bespoke automated telescopic cantilevered gates, which were to be delivered on a tight schedule.
• RISQS certification
• Safety first design principles
• First of a kind product
• Multi agency co-ordination
• Complex project management requirements
• Demanding environment
A video of the new telescopic sliding gates operating in Redcar.
02:00AM: Specialist crane lifting new level crossing gate into position.
The automatic gates are a first in UK rail technology history. They incorporate position and rotation sensors and a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) to vary their speed dependant on the position of the gate. They also have fast stop edge sensors to ensure safe operation in a demanding environment.
Factory based testing at Electro UK.
The contract required an end to end service, from the concept and design stage through to delivery and testing. The team at Electro UK pulled out all the stops to complete the complex project on time and within the specifications of the customer. This particular type of project demands highly skilled suppliers who are RISQS certified. For installation and compliance testing, co-ordination with multiple agencies that can work together to a high degree of accuracy and professionalism is a prerequisite.
Electro UK Operatives inspecting the gates during installation.
On the successful installation, former Managing Director Mark Darlaston said: “We are proud to have delivered a first in UK rail history and are happy to have partnered with Network Rail on such a feat. There has already been interest in the product from European neighbours and we anticipate that this first will set the benchmark for future installations.”
Automatic level crossing gates in operation – Power Operated Sliding Barrier (POSB) on User Worked Crossings (UWCs).
