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systems: ●​Track geometry measuring system - System for measurement of track geometry parameters (e.g., gauge, cant, horizontal and vertical alignment) by contactless laser sensor technology and high speed cameras using inertial principle the Track Recording Car (TRC) with capability to record track parameters and

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Track machines play a vital role in enhancing railway safety by
ensuring the efficient and precise maintenance of tracks. At
present 1684 track machines are working in Indian railways.
To enhance safety , 301 more machines are under supply .
The Integrated Track Monitoring System machine has been
inspected by Shri Ashwini Vaisnaw , Minister of Railways , InB amd
Meity . Such machines will be deployed across India.
He also inspected Rail cum Road inspection Vehicle which can change
the life of trackman and Indian Railways Engineers .
Plasser India the major supplier of track machins to Indian railways
ready to give scholarship for 10 B tech students for entire 4 years for the
Gati Sakti University , Vadodara
Plasser India the biggest plant of the company established in 2019 near
Vadodara is exporting the Indian made machines to America, Australia
etc
Track machines play a vital role in enhancing railway safety by ensuring the
efficient and precise maintenance of tracks. Here are the key benefits they
provide:
1.⁠⁠Improved Track Quality
•
Precision
in
Maintenance:
Machines
like
tampers,
ballast
regulators, and dynamic track stabilizers ensure optimal track alignment,
leveling,
and
ballast
compaction.
This
reduces
irregularities,
ensuring
smoother and safer train operations.
•
Consistent Performance: Unlike manual methods, track machines
maintain uniformity and consistency in track geometry.

2.⁠⁠Enhanced Safety
•
Minimized Derailment Risks: Regular maintenance using track
machines helps maintain proper rail alignment and gauge, reducing the
chances of derailments.
•
Detection of Issues: Advanced track machines, such as ultrasonic
flaw detectors and rail grinding machines, identify and rectify potential
problems like rail cracks or surface irregularities before they escalate into
safety hazards.
3.⁠⁠Increased Efficiency
•
Faster Operations: Track machines perform maintenance tasks at
a much faster rate compared to manual methods, reducing the time tracks are
out of service.
•
Reduced Human Error: Automation reduces reliance on manual
interventions, thereby minimizing human errors in maintenance processes.
4.⁠⁠Worker Safety
•
Reduced
Physical
Strain:
Automation
eliminates
strenuous
manual tasks, protecting workers from injuries and fatigue.
•
Remote
Operation:
Many
modern
track
machines
can
be
operated remotely, keeping workers at a safe distance from moving trains.
5.⁠⁠Long-Term Benefits
•
Extended Track Life: Regular and precise maintenance extends
the lifespan of tracks, ensuring consistent performance and safety.
•
Cost Savings: By preventing major failures and derailments, track
machines reduce the long-term costs associated with repairs and accidents.
6.⁠⁠Advanced Monitoring and Diagnostics

•
Machines like track geometry cars and rail flaw detectors provide
real-time data on track conditions, enabling predictive maintenance and
avoiding unexpected failures.
The
integration of track machines into railway operations significantly
enhances safety, efficiency, and reliability, contributing to smoother and safer
train journeys.
Integrated Track Monitoring System (ITMS)
Integrated Track Monitoring System (ITMS) is a system installed on board
the Track Recording Car (TRC) with capability to record track parameters and
monitor the track in the speed range of 20-200 kmph. Integrated Track
Monitoring Systems (ITMS) combine various technologies to monitor and
measure railway track parameters, ensuring safe and efficient rail operations.
These systems are equipped with
●contactless laser sensors,
●high speed cameras,
●LiDAR,
●IMU,
●encoder,
●accelerometers,
●GPS etc.
and uses data analytics and an integrating software to collect, analyse and
process the data from various on-board sensors, cameras etc.
ITMS is integrated with TMS (Track management System) of IR so that the
report of each Track recording run is available on TMS portal.
During 2022-23 and 2023-24, 03 nos. of ITMS have been introduced on
IR.These TRCs are a part of a fleet

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