Fire Protection of Rolling Stock 2020

Welcome to the annual Fire Protection of Rolling Stock conference 2020. The dynamic programme is set to provoke industry-wide discussion and interaction amongst the diversity of attending parties. The on-site exhibition will enable interaction with top suppliers to provide fire safety solutions to ultimately maximise safety on rolling stock.

• Delving into this paper from the point of view of rolling stock manufacturers
• Identifying what is holding back Composites from greater utilisation
• Assessing customers nervous behaviour in working with fire-resistant composites to determine ways to be more efficient
• Examining different methods used in testing for applying flame retardants and finding what may be more effective
• Exploring the array of thermoset resins and evaluating their offerings

• Use of big data to increase reliability
• Early Prediction, Prevention and Detection.
• Fire detection today and tomorrow

• Presenting a legislative perspective on evacuation standards of rolling stock
• Uncovering approaches to complying with evacuation standard practice
• Clarity on the UK position on EU fire protection standards and how this might change further
• Delving into the European standards setting – detailing what you need to know to stay compliant

• Focus on fire resistant composite laminates of different resins and fibre types developed within the Mat4Rail project
• Exploring the fire performance including EN 45545-2 classification of the composites
• Detailing the mechanical properties of the composites, including fatigue properties

• Configuration of Aluminum Test Specimen
• Fire Testing of Aluminum Corrugated Deck
• Utilization of Advanced Composites to Protect the Under-Car Structure

The exhibition will connect peers and providers whilst showcasing the latest safety solutions to facilitate fire protection on rolling stock and address challenges.

The perfect chance to network and meet your peers. In this session, delegates will all be assigned a number and tasked to find 3 other numbers in the room, ask them their name and top challenge and reason for attending the conference. The delegate who completes this the fastest will win prize.

• Intrinsically fire resistant materials to meet HL2 and HL3 performance standards
• Comparison of different material approaches currently used in the industry
• A novel material for light weight flame resistant components
• Novel technologies to address common fire resistant challenges

• Exploring difficulties with altering the configuration of rolling stock which has been homologated in a particular system
• Presenting ways assurance products can securely reach trains, integrate and work appropriately
• Emphasising the importance of planning in change control in order to keep on the right track
•  Understanding the impact of standardisation on change control management

• Presenting the FST performance of Scott Bader Crestafire resins and gelcoats
• Showcasing our partnership with Saertex
• Case studies of current applications within rail using Scott Bader Crestafire FST systems

• How do you ensure your fire detection system is catering for all scenarios, providing the right information in the drivers’ cabin?
• Determining how sophisticated systems can work with the human interface
• Dealing with issues in software delaying introduction to service or pick-ups in the service
• Balancing the amount of information given to rail drivers in emergencies in order to work effectively without panicking

• Providing real life examples of passenger reactions and considering the importance of human behaviour in fire incidences
• Highlighting the strengths and shortcoming of the driver in handling panic among passengers
• Exploring how to control the train evacuation process during fire and other emergency scenarios using tried and tested processes

• Safety Integrity Levels for complete fire protection systems
• Keeping up to the  IRIS ISO/TS 22163 quality standard
• Software requirements to EN 50657
• New Energy Carriers and understanding the fire risk

• Identifying best practice in essential collaboration between project management, planners and depots in the fire protection of rolling stock
• Determining the importance of a strong signal connection on rolling stock and the enhancing of greater fire protection of rolling stock.
• Reviewing the similarities and differences in fire protection various departments face
• Establishing an interconnectedness between the fire brigade, the operation centre of the railways and the fire detecting systems between rolling stock, stations, tunnels and other railway buildings

• Products for EN 45545 applications with:
• Vacuum Infusion
• RTM Light
• Carbon Fibre

• Examining materials and components available in the market in order to avoid being overrated
• Exploring how to navigate the relationship with suppliers to improve the level of disclosure on compliant parts
• Understanding what needs to be requested in the process to ensure fire protection
• Determining how to modify parts of older trains to be in line with newer train models

Welcome to the annual Fire Protection of Rolling Stock conference 2020. The dynamic programme this year is set to provoke industry-wide discussion and interaction amongst the diversity of attending parties. The on-site exhibition will enable interaction with top suppliers to provide fire safety solutions to ultimately maximise safety on rolling stock.

Interactive roundtable sessions offer a unique opportunity to come together with your peers to share best practice and develop solutions to critical challenges facing the industry as a whole. Hosted by industry experts and each focused on a single issue, roundtables are an exciting, interactive way to build your personal network and learn from the experience and expertise of others.

Each roundtable session lasts for 30 minutes, and delegates may attend up to 2 roundtables

Roundtable 1
Investigating the inconsistencies in standards on detecting systems
Guillaume Aufreres, Sub System Engineer Fire Protection Systems, Alstom

Roundtable 2
Water Mist Systems in Rolling Stock
Max Vibaek, Rolling Stock Procurement Manager, Metroselskabet

Roundtable 3
Ensuring Safety When Moving Towards Renewable & Volatile Fuels
Pete Parker, Director of Asset Management and Assurance for Rolling Stock, Siemens Mobility

• Sharing the current refurbishment project to define demands from stakeholders
• Presenting challenges faced to comply with standards when seeking to include exterior preservation systems
• Showcasing technical data and pitfalls faced when seeking new solutions

The exhibition will connect peers and providers whilst showcasing the latest safety solutions to facilitate fire protection on rolling stock and address challenges.

• RAMS concept for railways
• Safety Management Systems
• Purpose of applying the Common Safety Method (CSM)
• Linking the RAMS standards to the TSI in the field of fire safety

• Specific Risks introduced by Diesel Engine Propulsion in modern Trains
• Necessary steps for validation of the Fire Protection subsystem for power pack
• Implementing a comprehensive and effective strategy for Fire Fighting

• Providing latest updates to fire standards (especially EN and NFPA)
• Comparisons of the requirements found in different standards, how these affect design and implications on safety
• Exploring the similarities to increase efficiency in the design and manufacture of components
• Comparisons of Megawatts and Megaduals to understand the difference and what that means for differing regulations

• Possibilities in bonding and sealing with FR-certified HENKEL products
• Current product approvals
• Future product approvals – developments

• Analysing the European standards for rolling stock in order to stay compliant
• Exploring the need to formulate it differently and adhered to fire standards
• Determining what level of information do you need and by when?

• Technical Developments
• Test Results
• Experience from the Field
• Outlook

• EN45545-2 vs UNI11170-3: similarities and differences
• EN45545-2: problems connected with supply of products
• Example: upholstery for passenger seats

• Highlighting the intricate designs considered for underground metro systems to determine most appropriate metro tunnel size for evacuation
• Side exit vs End exit: Evacuation best practices
• Reviewing the constraints in accessibility for those with disabilities during evacuation
• Factoring in the influence of the human factor in emergency evacuation situations