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FER-11 · Railway

Braking calculation: braked weight, stopping distances and parking brake

Braked weight, braked weight percentage, stopping distances and parking brake check for a vehicle or on-track machine.

EN 14531-1EN 14033-1UIC 544-1
Proven service: established method, fixed price and delivery. If your case falls outside the standard or you need help choosing the right service, request a consultation or call +39 333 829 7733.

Description

Braking performance is calculated with standardised methods: braking forces per axle, braked weight, stopping and slowing distances at the various speeds and holding of the parking brake on the prescribed gradient.

What it includes

  • Braking forces and brake rigging efficiency
  • Braked weight and braked weight percentage
  • Stopping distances at design speeds
  • Parking brake check on the required gradient
  • Check of compressor capacity and reservoirs

What we need from you

  • Braking system diagram
  • Empty and loaded masses
  • Characteristics of cylinders, rigging and shoes or discs
  • Maximum speed and operating gradients

Data is sent after the order confirmation, by email or with a sharing link. On request we sign a non-disclosure agreement before receiving the files.

What you receive

Calculation report in PDFTable of stopping distances

Not included

  • On-track braking tests

These activities can be added with a dedicated quote.

How ordering works

  1. Request the pricePress «Get the price», choose the options and send the request: it is free and puts you under no obligation.
  2. Receive the priceWe send you the price of the service and the delivery time by e-mail, with the options you chose.
  3. Payment and dataYou pay by bank transfer and send the input data: the delivery days start from here.
  4. DeliveryYou receive the report in PDF and the agreed files, with an electronic invoice.

FAQ

Is the price really fixed?

Yes, for the scope described on this page: the price stated in the offer, plus VAT, including the options you selected. If the data you send show work that differs from the standard one, we tell you before starting and you decide whether to go ahead with a dedicated quotation or to cancel at no cost.

How do I pay?

By advance bank transfer, on the basis of the offer you receive after the price request. Work starts when the payment and the input data have been received.

When will I receive the work?

Within 10 working days of receiving payment and all the required data; with the urgent option the time is halved.

Can I order as a private individual?

Yes. The offer also states the price including VAT, and as a consumer you have the right to withdraw within 14 days under the terms of sale.