Alstom’s New Remote Interlocking System Activated in Italy
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Alstom have installed and activated their new remotely controllable computer-based interlocking system, for Rete Ferroviaria Italiana.
Alstom Smartlock 400 GP System
Alstom have replaced the previous electromechanical system with their state-of-the-art Smartlock 400 GP system. The project has cost 7.6 million and included the installation of the Smartlock 400 GP system, installation of electrical power supply, telecommunications, air conditioning, fire alam and extinguishing and access protection equipment.
Managing Director of Alstom Bologna, David Cannafoglia, said: The collaboration with RFI to obtain the authorisation of the National Railway Safety Agency was a determining factor in ensuring the success of this project, which involved the implementation of a new product.”
