A tragic accident occurred in Baden AG in 2019, in which the train attendant Bruno R. († 54) was trapped in a train door and dragged along for several kilometers. The anti-pinch system on this door failed, leading to the serious incident.
This tragic accident highlights the urgent need to improve train door security. The Express Personal AG has entered into close cooperation with a major customer and the SBB to modernize the IC2000 fleet.
We are proud to continue a close and successful cooperation. As part of an exclusive project contract over a period of 4 years, we are making a significant contribution to the modernization of the IC2000 fleet. In particular, our focus is on replacing the rubber profile on the doors and installing electrical anti-trap protection. We ensure that the new anti-trap protection is installed in the same installation space as the existing one and that the electrical and mechanical interfaces are retained. In this blog post we would like to give you an insight into the demanding tasks that our highly qualified employees, including electricians, locksmiths and mechanics, successfully implement during this ongoing project.
Construction and maintenance of train doors (multifunctional holder)
Our employees at Express Personal AG are significantly involved in setting up and maintaining the train doors of the IC2000 fleet. The assembly of the multifunctional holder in particular requires specialist knowledge and precision. With their technical know-how and experience, they ensure that the new doors are assembled professionally and that all components are properly installed. Thanks to their outstanding work, we ensure that the project runs smoothly.
Dismantling of covers, add-on parts and drives
In order to create space for the new components, our committed employees carry out careful dismantling work on covers, add-on parts and drives. They ensure that all dismantled parts are properly handled and stored. Their precision and skill ensures there is no damage to the existing parts and a seamless transition to the installation of the new components.
Exchange of various components
As part of the modernization of the IC2000 fleet, the replacement of various components and the integration of the electrical anti-trap protection is essential. Our highly qualified electricians and mechanics take on this responsible task and ensure that everything runs smoothly. They ensure that the new components are seamlessly integrated into the existing system using their expertise and technical skills. Their expertise enables us to precisely and efficiently meet the challenging requirements of the project.
Final check and bonding
After the installation of the new components, a thorough final check is of great importance to ensure that all doors work properly and that the electrical anti-trap protection works optimally. Our employees at Express Personal AG take on this important task and carry out comprehensive tests. They not only check the functionality, but also ensure that the rubber profile is properly bonded to ensure optimal sealing. Through their diligence and commitment, we ensure the highest quality standards.
record keeping
Detailed logging is essential throughout the project to record progress, work performed, and any adjustments made. At the Express Personal AG, this is a central part of the project process. Our employees are responsible for documenting all relevant information precisely and comprehensively. This ensures transparent communication with our customer and enables a complete follow-up of the project. The close cooperation between the Express Personal AG and our major customer in modernizing the IC2000 fleet has been a great success. Our highly qualified employees, including electricians, locksmiths and mechanics, are making an outstanding contribution to the realization of this ongoing project. At the Express Personal AG we are proud to be part of this successful project and look forward to further cooperation and the challenges that await us in the future.
