Here’s the translated text in American English:
At the recent “transport logistic” fair in Munich, Schaeffler introduced an innovative power generator designed for grease boxes, in collaboration with various companies in the sector. This device aims to provide electricity to the battery that powers an automatic tarp system in freight cars, a proposal that promises to revolutionize automation in cargo transport.
The system combines a power generator with a battery and an automatic tarp mechanism, allowing European companies to increase the efficiency and profitability of rail freight transport. This advance represents a significant step toward digitalization and automation in the industry.
Frank Steinmetz, Business Development Manager Rail at Schaeffler, emphasized the need for a reliable and affordable electricity supply to foster the development of new solutions in the field of freight transport. According to him, “without a cheap and reliable power supply, new developments have no future,” highlighting the importance of the power generator as a response to this critical need.
Traditionally, freight cars lack adequate electrical supply. The solution proposed by Schaeffler is presented as self-sufficient, allowing the cars to operate without relying on the locomotive or external batteries. This generator is designed to be installed in existing vehicles, meeting the standardized bogie and axle configurations in Europe. Two power versions are offered: a low-power version of up to 50 watts and a high-power version of 100 watts or more, ideal for automation systems that require automatic opening and closing.
The project includes the participation of Innovaction Technologies, a French company that has created a foldable tarp roof with electric drive. This roof uses the electricity generated by Schaeffler and can perform up to 50 opening and closing processes without needing to move the car. Additionally, Ermewa, a leader in railcar leasing in Europe, will utilize this energy not only for the tarp system but also for a sensor system that monitors the available cargo space, a crucial step toward the automation of loading.
During the fair, live demonstrations took place in a sample car at Ermewa’s booth, allowing attendees to appreciate the transformative potential of this system. Therefore, Schaeffler and its partners are at the forefront of modernizing rail freight transport, aiming for a more efficient and automated future.
via: MiMub in Spanish
