En 17168 _best_ «2024»
General Purpose of Standards
Barriers near overhead lines (25 kV AC) must be earthed and tested for stray current corrosion. EN 17168 references EN 50122-1 for railway earthing.
"en 17168"
I notice you've referenced — but as of my current knowledge, there is no widely recognized standard, document, or topic by that exact alphanumeric code (e.g., not a known European Standard (EN), ISO, or academic paper code).
Testing & Maintenance
: Procedures for testing the installation (type, functional, and system-integration tests) and ensuring long-term maintainability. Key Exclusions It is important to note that EN 17168:2021 does not cover : Barriers using flexible materials like bars or ropes. Systems that operate in a vertical direction. en 17168
The standard details how barrier doors must align and synchronize with vehicle doors to permit safe passenger transfer. Electrical Design:
Infrastructure Owners:
For commissioning new builds or retrofitting existing platforms. General Purpose of Standards Barriers near overhead lines
Broad Adaptability:
Applies to everything from a small single-vehicle tram station to a high-capacity heavy rail network, and handles underground, covered, and open-air environments equally. ⚠️ Limitations and Cons
Background:
Vienna Meidling is a busy interchange with trains passing at up to 160 km/h. Previously, no physical barriers existed. Testing & Maintenance : Procedures for testing the
Operators
: Manage ongoing performance, safety testing, and risk management. Standard Structure