It is reported that RailComm and ERB Technologies Pty Ltd have provided a Yard Automation System at Kumba Iron Ore Sishen South Mine in South Africa.

The automation system is composed of RailComm DOC server based central control system and four associated outdoor rated control panels. Additionally, the system utilizes RailComm RADiAN data radios to communicate between the office system, the control panels and a network of power switches.

The company said the power switches are controlled by the RailComm Universal Switch Controller which provides customers with the ability to utilize any power switch machine on the market. The RailComm Yard Automation System has been proven to increase yard safety and measurably improve yard dwell time and yard throughput.

The DOC software based control system is a command, control, communications and information server-based platform that supports a variety of integrated solutions for indication, control, access and distribution of critical operational data.

(Sourced from www.railwayage.com)