Yards

North American rail yards are a vital resource for operators and come in a variety of sizes and types. The technology used to operate these yards ranges from manually thrown switches to fully automated facilities. Yards that have implemented state-of-the-art axle counters for train detection experience higher reliability due to product robustness, even in common yard conditions such as deteriorated track and ballast, flooding, and snow.

Frauscher axle counters can provide real-time information such as the number of axles coming in, going out, and moving within the yard. They can also provide detailed information such as the number of axles within a specific track section to determine capacity of individual storage tracks. A small track section designed with axle counters can detect cars before backing into the over switch fouling zones. Speed indication information is also available to ensure precise braking, a function necessary to prevent damage to equipment, rolling stock, and a potential derailment.

While inefficient yard operations can have a direct negative impact on operator profitability, the wide range of data available with a Frauscher axle counting system gives operators the information needed to increase yard efficiency and safety, while optimizing resources and throughput to increase overall revenue.