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Villingen-Schwenningen threshold change

Project details.

client
Deutsche Bahn AG
power
Gleisbau
site
Villingen-Schwenningen, Baden-Württemberg
power
Schwellenwechsel & Gleisinstandhaltung
date
April 2023
market
rail infrastructure

Threshold change during operation

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On behalf of Deutsche Bahn AG, Klefenz GmbH carried out an extensive threshold change on a double-track line in the Villingen-Schwenningen area. A particular challenge: Rail operations on the neighboring track could not be interrupted at any time. Each work step therefore had to be planned and carried out within tight blocking periods.

Special machines and two-way vehicles were used, which could be manoeuvred both on the track and on the construction yard. The Klefenz team coordinated material delivery, removal and installation in a tightly-scheduled process — precisely, documented and without deviating from DB requirements.

Quality assurance was carried out in accordance with Deutsche Bahn requirements, including dimensional checks, position checks and complete documentation of all installation measures. All materials used met the valid DB supplier qualifications, for which Klefenz is approved as a certified partner.

Logistics as the key to project success

In addition to the technical design, logistics were decisive: Old thresholds had to be removed, new ones delivered on time and temporarily stored at the installation site — all within the permitted working windows. Klefenz coordinated all transports independently and ensured the availability of all equipment.

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Overview of the scope of services

  • Removal and disposal of old thresholds in accordance with DB requirements
  • Installation of new concrete ties with rail mounting
  • Use of two-way vehicles and track construction machines
  • Complete documentation of measures and acceptance
  • Compliance with all blackout periods and safety regulations

Threshold change during operation

On behalf of Deutsche Bahn AG, Klefenz GmbH carried out an extensive threshold change on a double-track line in the Villingen-Schwenningen area. A particular challenge: Rail operations on the neighboring track could not be interrupted at any time. Each work step therefore had to be planned and carried out within tight blocking periods.

Special machines and two-way vehicles were used, which could be manoeuvred both on the track and on the construction yard. The Klefenz team coordinated material delivery, removal and installation in a tightly-scheduled process — precisely, documented and without deviating from DB requirements.

Quality assurance was carried out in accordance with Deutsche Bahn requirements, including dimensional checks, position checks and complete documentation of all installation measures. All materials used met the valid DB supplier qualifications, for which Klefenz is approved as a certified partner.

Logistics as the key to project success

In addition to the technical design, logistics were decisive: Old thresholds had to be removed, new ones delivered on time and temporarily stored at the installation site — all within the permitted working windows. Klefenz coordinated all transports independently and ensured the availability of all equipment.

Overview of the scope of services

  • Removal and disposal of old thresholds in accordance with DB requirements
  • Installation of new concrete ties with rail mounting
  • Use of two-way vehicles and track construction machines
  • Complete documentation of measures and acceptance
  • Compliance with all blackout periods and safety regulations
Planning before the groundbreaking
Every work step is meticulously prepared.
Result: renewed route, full availability

The project was completed within the agreed time frame. Once the work was completed, the track was fully available again. Deutsche Bahn AG accepted the services provided without complaint.

Marvin Klefenz
GF & Track Construction Department Manager
Deutsche Bahn AG
client

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