DESEC
TRACKLAYER
1200 / 2000
TURNOUT REPLACEMENT
MACHINE
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Only one track is required: the DESEC Tracklayer and Switch Tilter working together
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QUALITY, SAFETY AND
THE DESEC TRACKLAYER: MANOEUVRABILITY IN
EVERYDAY RAILWAY
SOLO OPERATOR TURNOUT REPLACEMENT, ROUTINES
ROBUST AND HIGHLY MANOEUVERABLE
ON TOUGH TERRAIN.
Railway networks are gaining in im- The operational precision of the switch
portance all over the world. They are a after its installation is essential for
catalyst for the development of both the entire service life and related main-
country and region. Large rail infrastruc- tenance costs. Therefore, the demand
ture investments are being undertaken on the careful treatment of track and
by governments and private companies turnout parts, especially during their
alike to increase rail capacity. Increasing installation is essential.
efforts are also being made to maintain
existing rail networks.
The installation and maintenance of Q INFO
switches and turnouts is always a spe- The DESEC Tracklayer has been designed and developed specifically
cial task within the track construction to give the operator:
phase. Turnouts are an essential part of
the track and their installation needs – high working productivity
customized processes and equipment. – high operational safety
Depending on the rail environment and – easy access to site
available logistics different methods
have been developed in order to handle
this task. Q Operational Highlights:
In the dense passenger transport rail – excellent manoeuvrability in all environments via crawlers
infrastructure of todays highly populated – no interference with adjacent train movements
cities rail bound methods of turnout – precision in all movements
replacement are the preferred choice. – careful handling of track and turnout parts
However, in the tough environment away – safe and simple operation of the machine
from urban areas often single lines – fast and secure transportation on rail or road
demand the turnout replacement ma- – high reliability
chine must leave the track after work is
completed in order to let trains pass.
On a double line, in rural and remote
locations the turnout replacement ma-
chine should be able to work on one line
only, keeping the second line open for
traffic. The machine should also
be able to pick up turnout parts from an
assembly site positioned at trackside.
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Turnout laying demands safe, accurate and efficient working methods
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THE TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS.
CLEAR ADVANTAGES OF
THE DESEC TRACKLAYER:
PERFECT MANOEUVRABILITY.
The DESEC Tracklayer is capable of STEERING BY GANTRY
moving and carrying panels in any
desired direction over unlimited
distances with agility and precision.
The functionality of the machine is very
flexible, whether manoeuvring around
site obstacles, shifting, tilting and/or
moving the track panels in any direction.
In restricted working locations, the size
and shape of the machine can be
quickly adjusted with the use of its teles-
copic arms, operated individually or
simultaneously, and set to any desired
length. No temporary or lead-in tracks
are required for the turnout installation.
The DESEC Tracklayer can turn the
crawlers up to 90° and can drive in any
direction; in track line, 90° to the side STEERING BY CRAWLERS
or 45°. The ability to drive sideways is
very important in order to leave the track
line and for changing from one line to
another, especially when taking out the
old track when it may become necessary
to store or dispose of the panels beside
the track. In addition following trackside
assembly of a new switch the DESEC
Tracklayer will drive sideways carrying
the switch and position it on the track.
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Remote-controlled crawler turning Driving sideways
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SIDESTEPPING WITH LOAD
The DESEC Tracklayer can lift itself and
the load with crawler legs as well as with
support legs. Thus, it can move laterally
step by step (side-stepping) with sus-
pended load. The ability to side-step with
lifted load is a significantly beneficial
feature when moving the load to the
adjacent line or from the mounting posi-
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tion to the track. Lowering the load to
the ground during side-stepping opera-
tion is a time consuming process requi-
ring the work place to be cleared of
obstacles such as signalling equipment
etc. In addition steep embankments
or uneven ground are not suitable for
laying a switch panel down. The DESEC
Tracklayer easily handles these problem
areas by using the side-stepping function
with load – obstacles can be avoided 3 4
thus saving both time and costs.
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Sidestepping sequence
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Poles, signals etc. obstruct travel path
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Change of crawler travelling position
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Passing the obstacle without lowering the load
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Travelling on uneven ground beside the tracks
EXCELLENT MOBILITY
UNDER ANY CONDITION
Uneven ground, crossing the tracks,
off-road: the DESEC Tracklayer’s wor-
king range is unlimited thanks to free
movement on crawlers. Support legs
allow crawler steering and sidestepping
with load at any time.
Only one operator is needed to operate
the DESEC Tracklayer by radio remote
control. The operator can remain in a
safe location with optimal views of the
on-site working area. The machine’s
smooth working motion ensures that the
turnout is positioned in one application
into its correct final location with pre-
cision.
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Just one operator controls the DESEC Tracklayer by radio remote control
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Tracklayer with loaded turnout panel on trolleys during travel to the installation site
TRACKLAYER WITH TROLLEYS Both trolleys are equipped with their assembly site and the installation site.
own powerpack. A direct radio link Rail-bound travel of the Tracklayer on
Additional mobility within the railway between the two vehicles ensures maxi- trolleys proves itself very useful for
infrastructure is gained when the Track- mum safety when driving in tandem rail tracks with lots of signalling (infra-
layer is utilizing its trolleys. Fast rail- operation. The trolleys are operated via structure) and steep embankments.
bound travel of the Tracklayer at speeds radio remote control. The quick transport of the Tracklayer
of up to 5 km/h with or without load at the construction site saves precious
is possible. Each trolley is designed for Transportation of the Tracklayer by time during the possession period – an
loading capacities of up to 50 t. This trolleys is fairly easy – after positioning absolute benefit for the operator.
allows for the transport of the Tracklayer of the trolleys, the Tracklayer lowers
including a maximum permissible payload. itself until it lays safely on top of the The combination of the Tracklayer’s
trolleys. all-terrain crawler tracks and rail-bound
Due to their low weight and small trolleys guarantees maximum flexibility
dimensions, the trolleys can quickly be As soon as the crawlers have been and mobility when working with
placed on or off the rail track depending retracted, transport travel can begin. the Tracklayer – regardless of the
on the work schedule at the construc- conditions.
tion site. The trolleys fulfil all regulations The use of the trolleys for the Track-
and standards applicable for this type layer is particularly suitable for covering
of machine. longer distances between the turnout
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Tracklayer on trolleys
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CLEAR ADVANTAGES OF THE TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS.
THE DESEC TRACKLAYER:
FIRST-CLASS QUALITY HANDLING
OF TRACK SECTIONS.
The panel is firmly suspended under The switch panel is grabbed by lifting Even difficult panels can be lifted and
the body of the DESEC Tracklayer. The hooks which are easily shifted under- transported smoothly without problem.
crawler gantries can move at their joints neath the rail foot.
and as such the crawler movements, even
in rough terrain, do not bend the body of
the DESEC Tracklayer – the switch panel
is kept straight without swing, twist or
bow. The DESEC Tracklayer ensures the
geometry of turnout remains unchanged.
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Difficult panel layouts can be handled
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Load is grabbed by lifting hooks underneath the rail foot Lifting hooks can be operated from the ground
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Switch panel is carried without bending or twisting
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Sidestepping, steering and change of direction without lowering the load
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The operator places the switch panel accurately
standing right at the track joint
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Rubber coated crawler pads for driving in the railway environment
The operator moves everything by re- Crawler tracks are surfaced with rubber
mote control standing right at the track pads for driving in the railway environ-
joint. Thus, he has the best view of the ment. The low ground pressure exerted
machine and the surrounding area. The by the DESEC Tracklayer makes it possi-
O operator can act and react according ble to travel safely even under difficult
The operator can always stand at the right point to the current conditions. conditions.
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CLEAR ADVANTAGES OF THE TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS.
THE DESEC TRACKLAYER:
SAFETY.
The DESEC Tracklayer allows traffic to
continue on the adjacent track during
the turnout laying process. The machine
can be safely controlled without infrin-
ging the neighbouring track.
STABLE AND SAFE IN ANY SITUATION
The stable construction of the DESEC
Tracklayer with its centre of gravity
between the crawlers, guarantees that
the machine will never tip.
The new control system monitors all the
machine systems and the positions of
working components. With that the
machine movements and lifting activities
are always kept within the permissible
range.
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The DESEC Tracklayer can work under catenary, traffic can continue on adjacent track
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THE TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS.
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Operator remains in a safe position with the best possible view to the working area
PERFECT OVERVIEW BACKUP SYSTEMS
The remote control offers a perfect view To ensure operation under any circum-
to the machine and its environment as stances, the DESEC Tracklayer is engi-
the operator can individually choose its neered with several backup systems:
position. The operator can always locate An auxiliary power unit ensures the
himself in a safe and clear position. operation of all functions in the event of
main engine failure.
A generator is connected to the auxiliary
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engine to provide additional power
In emergency case all functions can be operated
supply for electric hand tools etc. manually
Back-up cable between radio transmitter Electrically controlled hydraulic valves
and receiver can be installed if radio are installed with manual levers to en-
O communication is not viable. sure manual operation of all functions.
All functions can be operated by remote control
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MODERN ENGINEERING: THE TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS.
THE DESEC TRACKLAYER SETS
HIGH STANDARDS IN QUALITY,
SAFETY AND MANOEUVRABILITY.
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DESEC Tracklayer is working perfectly with any switch transport wagon
The DESEC Tracklayer has been devel- direction and has additional support crawler movement and side walking with
oped together with specialists from the arms for side stepping with sus- support legs the DESEC Tracklayer can
national railways track laying depart- pended load move in any direction independent of the
ment. Significant design requirements – the load is suspended under the track. Therefore it can work picking up
were established from this process, machine main frame and the move- the turnout panels from the side, as well
making the DESEC Tracklayer a unique ment of the crawlers on rough terrain as in line with the track, unloading the
machine with outstanding versatility and doesn’t bend or twist the turnout turnout panels from wagons.
quality. The DESEC Tracklayer is: panel
– small for transport on rail or road and – driven by one operator with radio The adjacent line can be kept open for
big when it has unloaded itself remote control traffic. After assembling the turnout the
– able to work independently on one DESEC Tracklayer can leave the track
track leaving the adjacent line open WORKING METHODS sideways in order to open the line for
– able to travel on crawlers in any Thanks to the combination of steered traffic.
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Switch transport wagon in train position Switch transport wagon tilted down for unloading by Installation of panel by Tracklayer
Tracklayer
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Only one line has to be blocked for working
WORKING TOGETHER WITH SWITCH The track sections are lifted off the Unloading and storage of all the switch
TRANSPORT WAGON wagons by the DESEC Tracklayer, the components and then the assembly of
switch transport wagon is pulled from the switch itself in between installations
The most efficient turnout construction underneath and the load is lowered. The is completely eliminated. The switch is
is achieved when the DESEC Tracklayer DESEC Tracklayer moves with load to transported directly from the switch
works together with a switch transport the installation point, positions the panel manufacturer to site guaranteeing
wagon. With this method the panels are with precision and moves back to the factory tested quality turnout panels are
delivered directly to the construction site switch transport wagons to unload the installed and ready to work.
and unloaded and installed with ease. next panel.
The switch transport wagons can be
located near the work site in order to This operation requires only one track.
minimize travelling distances. The construction time is minimized.
Switch transport wagon tilted down, Tracklayer unloads panel Tracklayer drives with panel into the hole and install first panel
Tracklayer picks up second and subsequent panels and installs them in the hole After installation Tracklayer can leave to the side
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Panel pick up from the trackside
WORKING FROM THE TRACKSIDE Given that the crawlers can rotate During any movement or side-stepping
through 45° or 90° relative to the frame, the DESEC Tracklayer can retain its load
The DESEC Tracklayer can pick up a panel the DESEC Tracklayer can move in any as it is suspended by the main frame of
from any assembly point off the track. It direction independent of the track. the machine.
can travel off road wherever required and Furthermore it can avoid obstacles by
only needs one blocked track. One panel side-stepping with the additional support
can be laid in less than 30 minutes – de- arms.
pending on the travel distance.
Tracklayer picks up panel from assembly place Panel is installed in the hole
Pick up of second and all subsequent panels from assembly place Installation of second and all subsequent panels, Tracklayer can leave to the side
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CLEAR ADVANTAGES OF THE TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS.
THE DESEC TRACKLAYER:
EASY TRANSPORT, SHORT SET-UP TIMES.
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Railway transport on standard flat wagon
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Road transport on standard trailer
The DESEC Tracklayer can hydraulically The DESEC Tracklayer can be unloaded when compared to machines or systems
retract the main frame as well as the under its own power immediately ready that have to be assembled at each
crawler arms and support arms making to work in 10 minutes, saving time and and every new location or task. Splitting
it small enough to be transported on a reducing operating costs. The reliability into several units for transport is not
railway flat wagon or a road trailer. There of one compact machine is far higher necessary.
are no parts to be dismantled and there
is no need for external lifting equipment
for loading or unloading.
Transport on a flat wagon or road trailer
has one further major advantage: the
DESEC Tracklayer is only a ‘load’ when
transported on the railways and such
doesn’t need acceptance/homologation
as a rail vehicle.
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Unloading sequence
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Technical Development Center
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THE COMPANY KIROW.
WHY KIROW?
CRANE CONSTRUCTION SINCE 1880.
Q KNOW HOW Q QUALITY
With more than 5,000 units delivered For us quality means, a sophisticated
Kirow is world market leader for railway product concept, in-depth knowledge in
cranes. design, construction and control, as well
as the highest precision in fabrication
Since the mid 90s Kirow has been pro- and production. It goes without saying
ducing industrial transporters for track that our engineers test and check all
construction, shipyards and steel mills mechanical, hydraulic and electrical
and established itself as a heavy duty groups of components meticulously.
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equipment specialist. Kirow’s products Decisive benefits: Tracklayer in the finishing hall in Leipzig
are based on organically grown know- – maximum capability and reliability
how built up gradually by working closely – low operating costs importance on detailed and appropriate
together with our customers. The DESEC – long service life (even under the training and support of your personnel.
Tracklayer is a modular product, con- toughest operating conditions)
structed in standardised sizes derived Q PARTNER APPROACH
from our proven product concept. This Q SERVICE The DESEC Tracklayer is a product with
modular design can easily be adapted to Our aim is to provide ‘Service an extremely long working life. The deci-
specific customer needs and individual Excellence’ for us this means, among sion in favour of this crane is simultane-
railways’ requirements. This way our other things, to be present and available. ously the beginning of a comprehensive
customers get the best of both worlds: Our customer service team is always customer/supplier relationship often
– firstly, benefiting from the proven ready to respond and support your becoming manifest in repeat and follow-
reliability of standardised components operation helping prevent unnecessary up orders. We attach great importance in
and design principles downtimes; you can always contact us ensuring that this relationship is fair and
– secondly, individual customer require- via the 24 hour hotline. Highly-qualified provides long-term benefits for both par-
ments can be fulfilled and the DESEC engineers and technical service person- ties. For us this relationship starts long
Tracklayer design tailored to comply nel in our after-sales service department before the signing of a contract. We
with country specific regulations. provide additional support to ensure your would be pleased to advise you on your
safety and complete customer satisfac- options during project discussions, sim-
The model variations displayed in the tion. Last but not least, we place great ply give us a call.
technical data overview give an indica-
tion of what we can deliver and should
you wish, operating models can be
viewed on request.
Turnout renewal equipment is also
another market-leading range produced
by Kirow:
– Multi Tasker
– Switch Tilter
– DESEC Tracklayer
Our entire product family ideally compli-
ments each other and offers the perfect
solution for each and every infrastructu- O
re requirement. Kirow production facilities in Leipzig
DESEC TRACKLAYER
DESEC TRACKLAYER – THE DESEC TRACKLAYER AT A GLANCE.
STANDARD MODELS.
TL 1200
The TL 1200 is the standard machine for the strength of the steel structure to lift Basic features of the TL 1200:
handling of turnouts in sections of up to heavier loads. We can also offer technical Q Transport weight: 52 - 55 tons
36 to 40 meters. solutions that enable the TL 1200 to Q Transport length: 18.5 meters
handle longer panels. Q Max. working length: 28.5 meters
There are two basic sizes: broad gauge Q Lifting capacity: 36 to 40 tons
and UIC gauge. The broad gauge version The TL 1200 is transported on a normal Q Max. panel length: 36 to 40 meters
takes advantage of the bigger permissible 4 axle flat wagon but it can be transpor- Q Width between crawlers:
transport dimensions and is usually ted on a standard multiple axle trailer on 4.7 to 5.5 meters
stronger. the road if required.
Our design department can work with The TL 1200 is a diesel hydraulic machi-
your project team to engineer the TL ne with radio remote control and backup
1200 in varying dimensions and adjust systems for engine failure.
appr. 18.500
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Transport position
appr. 28.500
appr. 36.000
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Working position
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THE DESEC TRACKLAYER AT A GLANCE.
TL 2000
The TL 2000 is designed to lift heavy The TL 2000 is transported on an 8 axle Basic features of the TL 2000:
switch sections or even entire switches flat wagon or a double container wagon. It Q Transport weight: approx. 70 tons
up to 55 tons. can also be transported on larger road Q Transport length: 25 meters
trailers. Q Max. working length: 37 meters
It is more suitable for broad gauge and Q Lifting capacity: 55 tons
heavy haul railways that use heavy The crawlers are bigger and dimensioned Q Max. panel length: 45 meters
switches. in order to ensure permissible ground (increased on request)
pressure is not exceeded. Q Width between crawlers: 5.5 meters
Our design department can work with (increased on request)
your project team to engineer the The TL 2000 is a diesel hydraulic ma-
TL 2000 so that it can work on a specific chine with 30 % more power compared
rail gauge, the steel structure can also to the TL1200. It is driven by radio
be adapted to lift heavier loads and we remote control and has backup systems
offer technical solutions that enable the for engine failure.
TL 2000 to handle longer panels.
appr. 25.000
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Transport position
appr. 37.000
appr. 45.000
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Working position
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KIROW ARDELT GMBH
SPINNEREISTRASSE 13
04179 LEIPZIG/GERMANY
TELEFON +49 (0) 341.49.53 0
FAX +49 (0) 341.49.53 108
E-MAIL TRACKLAYER@KIROW.DE
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