RSSB2643 - T1120 - Providing safe electrical clearance at platforms to live electrical parts on rolling stock - Feasibility of using insulated pantograph horns - Tender Deadline Extended to 6th October

The overall objective of this project is to look at the viability of insulated pantograph horns on GB railways. The viability should be considered in the context of the risk assessment requirements set out in GLRT1210 section 2.2.2.2. An ultimate aim is to lead to the reduction of the costs of new electrification schemes at stations. In doing so, there are a number of aspects that would need to be delivered: 1) Provide an understanding of the effectiveness of insulated pantograph horns in contributing to clearance distances and establish what benefit fitting insulated horns gives in managing the overall risk of contact with charged parts of the overhead line equipment. This should also co…

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