The Wegberg-Wildenrath Test Center is the most modern of its kind in the world. It is certified acc. to DIN ISO 9001, ISO 14001, officially approved for railway tests by the Federal Railway Administration (EBA) and associated partner of the Notified Body Interoperability in Germany (EBCert).
Key Data at a glance
Approx. 28 km of standard gauge track; some of which in meter gauge as well
Two test ovals, 3 test tracks for the most varied test requirements
150 m track curve for derailment tests
Power supply for all systems, including third rail for metros, with possibility of regenerative braking
Signaling and safety systems (electronic interlocking for ETCS, GSM-R, Indusi, audio-frequency track circuit, continuous ATC system)
Train formation buildings and workshops
Pressurized water-jet equipment, bogie drop and lifting devices, rotation torque station for bogies, scales, equipment for measuring electric parameters, noise, EMC, etc.
