PRESS RELEASE

York EMC Services Ltd at Railtex 2002

University of York experts point out that as new electrical/electronics equipment is introduced on existing railway systems, the potential for electromagnetic interference to cause, for example, 'wrongside' failure of signalling systems or the degradation of communications systems, may have catastrophic repercussions. Control of electromagnetic compatibility in railway projects is therefore vital to the continued safe operation of railways.

Research for the Radiocommunications Agency has recently been carried out by York EMC Services Limited (YES) to identify interference between the railway and the outside world. The results (on the Agency and YES websites) have shown that the railway industry has identified EMC as an issue because of the potential safety implications. However, the interference limits defined from the railway to the outside world by EN 50121-2:2000 and Railtrack group standard GM/RC 1500 simply reflect what is currently achievable and may be insufficient to provide adequate protection of the radio spectrum.

A comprehensive EMC service is provided to YES clients and, recognising the need for railway engineers to understand EMC issues, the company offers the world's only 'EMC in Railways' training course. 28 April - 2 May 2003 is the timing for the next course.

York EMC Services Ltd
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