ATTACHMENT W.3
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
IFB No. 016-002
Wheel Truing Machine
Virginia Railway Express
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PART 1 – GENERAL
5
1.01
GENERAL PROVISIONS
5
1.02
GENERAL DESIGN AND FABRICATION REQUIREMENTS
5
1.03
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
6
1.04
REFERENCES
8
1.05
QUALITY ASSURANCE
9
1.06
QUALITY CONTROL
12
1.07
SUBMITTALS
13
1.08
DELIVERABLES
18
1.09
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS
19
1.10
VERIFICATION OF DIMENSIONS
22
1.11
AS-BUILT DRAWINGS
23
1.12
TRAINING PROGRAM
23
1.13
HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE
25
1.14
COMMISSIONING DATA
25
1.15
EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION
26
1.16
NOISE AND VIBRATION ISOLATION
27
1.17
SHOP PAINTING
27
1.18
INSPECTION
27
PART 2 – PRODUCTS
27
2.01
MANUFACTURER
27
2.02
GENERAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
28
2.03
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
28
2.04
MACHINE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
29
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TABLE OF CONTENTS - Continued
2.05
MACHINE OUTPUT
30
2.06
MACHINE DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
30
2.07
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
32
2.08
HOLD-DOWN UNIT
32
2.09
CNC CONTROL SYSTEM
32
2.10
FAULT DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM
34
2.11
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
36
2.12
DATA ACQUISITION SYSTEM
36
2.13
AUTOMATIC CUT DEPTH AND AUTO INFEED (ACD)
37
2.14
QUICK-CHANGE CUTTER ASSEMBLY SYSTEM (QCS)
37
2.15
ACCESSORY EQUIPMENT
38
2.16
COMPRESSED AIR
43
2.17
PIPE, FITTINGS, VALVES AND ACCESSORIES
43
2.18
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
43
2.19
GASKETS AND FASTENERS
46
2.20
HOLES, OPENINGS, AND INSERTS
46
2.21
CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS
47
2.22
MOTORS AND DRIVES
47
PART 3 – EXECUTION
48
3.01
PREPARATION
48
3.02
FABRICATION
48
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TABLE OF CONTENTS – Continued
3.03
PRE-SHIPMENT INSPECTION AND TESTING
48
3.04
PAINTING
50
3.05
DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
50
3.06
INSTALLATION
51
3.07
SETTING AND ALIGNING EQUIPMENT
53
3.08
CLEANING AND PROTECTION
53
3.09
EQUIPMENT TEST AND CHECKOUT
54
3.10
START-UP AND INSTRUCTIONS
55
3.11
TRAINING
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE WHEEL TRUING MACHINE
PART 1 – GENERAL
1.01
1.02
GENERAL PROVISIONS
A.
Attention is directed to the SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS and all Sections
within DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS which are hereby made a part
of this Section of the Specifications.
B.
Definition of Terms Used in this Specification Section:
1.
Manufacturer: The firm responsible for design, manufacture, delivery,
installation and commissioning of the Wheel Truing Machine, also referred
to as the Contractor.
2.
Installer: The Manufacturer and any licensed subcontractors acting under
its direction and supervision.
3.
Construction Contractor:
The general contractor responsible for
construction of the Lifecycle Overhaul and Upgrade (LOU) Facility (also
referred to herein as the Shop), having specific responsibilities related to
the Wheel Truing Machine as detailed herein.
4.
Engineer: Owner’s designated representative.
GENERAL DESIGN AND FABRICATION REQUIREMENTS
A.
Manufacture an underfloor Wheel Truing Machine that shall re-machine wheels
without requiring the wheels to be removed from the truck or vehicle. The
machine shall restore the profile and roundness in accordance with VRE and
Association of American Railroads (AAR) standards.
B.
The Wheel Truing Machine shall be located on a shop maintenance track and is
comprised of a pit mounted C-Frame milling machine and dual cutting heads with
multiple cutters. The machine shall have retracting rails that permit the cutters to
contact the vehicle's wheels and be re-machined. The machine shall include a
conveyor system to collect and transport the steel scrap chips that are generated
by the machining operation to a storage container, which shall be provided by
VRE.
C.
Equipment shall be designed, fabricated, installed and adjusted to achieve the best
results with respect to smooth, quiet, convenient and efficient operation, durability,
economy of maintenance and operation, and the highest standards of safety.
D.
All components used in the assembly of the system shall be standard,
commercially available components and shall be manufactured by companies
regularly engaged in the manufacture of the components. The design shall provide
for the interchangeability of items of piping, equipment, sub-assemblies, motors,
starter, relays and other devices.
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1.03
E.
It is not the intent of these Technical Specifications to detail the design and
fabrication of the parts of the equipment, but it is expected that the type, material,
design, workmanship, and fabrication of every part shall be fully adequate for the
service required, durable, properly coordinated with all other parts, and in
accordance with the best industrial standards and of the highest efficiency. The
components of electric circuits shall be of proper size, design, and material to avoid
injurious heating, arcing, and all other objectionable effects which may reduce the
efficiency of operation and economy of maintenance. Minimum requirements are
given herein for certain parts of equipment. Equivalent requirements shall apply
to all equipment parts that are of special design, construction or material, and to
which the specified requirements are not directly applicable, and shall be approved
by the Engineer. These minimum requirements as a whole shall also be
considered as establishing proportionate general minimum standards for all parts
of the equipment.
F.
The Engineer may permit variations from the requirements of these Technical
Specifications to permit the use of the Manufacturer’s standard equipment,
provided such standard equipment is adequate for the intended use and meets the
full intent of these Contract Specifications. All such variations proposed by the
Manufacturer shall be called to the attention of the Engineer in writing and shall be
made only if the Engineer approves such variations in advance and in writing.
G.
Certain design limitations and tests are specified as a partial check on the
adequacy of design, fabrication, and materials. These requirements do not cover
all features necessary to ensure satisfactory and approved operation of the
equipment. Conformity with these requirements shall, in no way, supersede the
general requirements as to satisfactory and efficient operation of the equipment.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
A.
Requirements for designing, furnishing and installing a Wheel Truing Machine
including, but not limited to, fabricated beam, cutting heads, Computer Numerical
Control (CNC) controls, pit stairs and grating, chip removal system, car
progression system, cutter alignment maintenance station, delivery, testing and
storage.
1.
Unless specifically noted otherwise, references herein to “equipment” or
“system” shall be understood to refer to the complete Wheel Truing
Machine as described above in SECTION 1.02B.
B.
Provide where shown on drawings equipment as specified, complete and ready
for operation. Each item shall be specifically designed for the intended function.
Provide necessary accessories, items of equipment, mechanical, electrical, and
structural items, whether specified or not, for properly installed and functional
equipment.
C.
Equipment shall be suitable for installation in the space allocated on the drawings
and operation with the available building utilities.
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D.
In all cases where a device or part of the equipment is referred to in the singular
number, it is intended that such reference shall apply to as many such devices as
are required to complete the installation.
E.
Requirements for the manufacturer of the Wheel Truing Machine (hereinafter
referred to as the “Manufacturer”) to coordinate with the Construction Contractor
who is responsible for construction of the LOU Facility and pit in which the Wheel
Truing Machine is to be installed.
F.
Requirements within this specification are directed to, and the responsibility of, the
Manufacturer, unless specifically noted otherwise.
G.
Remove, relocate and repair any items necessary for the proper installation of the
equipment at no extra cost to VRE.
H.
Division of Work:
1.
The Manufacturer shall furnish the following materials for the Construction
Contractor to install:
All embedments that must be cast in place for support of panels,
gratings, and any other elements of the equipment. Embedments
shall be hot-dip galvanized.
2.
The Manufacturer shall furnish and install:
a.
All equipment items including, but not limited to, the following:
i.
Wheel Truing Machine
ii.
Main Electrical Panel
iii.
Metal stairs, grating and handrails
iv.
Chip removal system
v.
Main Control Station, pedestal mounted, anchored to
grating
vi.
All interconnecting power and control cable, downstream of
the panel/disconnect to which the Construction Contractor
has brought power
vii.
Transformers, mini-power zones and/or other devices
needed for voltages other than 480V.
viii.
Auxiliary control station
ix.
Limit switches
x.
Pit rails with anchorage
xi.
Shims
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xii.
3.
4.
I.
1.04
Car progression system, interlocked with Wheel Truing
Machine
The Construction Contractor shall be responsible for:
a.
Coordinating the testing and commissioning of the equipment by
the Manufacturer, including but not limited to making arrangements
with VRE for employees, rail vehicles, and classroom space, based
upon requests from the Manufacturer. This is to ensure that testing
and commissioning activities do not conflict with other LOU Facility
construction activities.
b.
Constructing the equipment pit, installing embedments, and
providing all required electrical-mechanical and connectivity
services in the LOU Facility per the Manufacturer’s requirements,
to ensure that the equipment offers an optimal performance.
c.
Coordinating with the Manufacturer, taking into account the dates
for completion of scheduled manufacturing milestones, the delivery
of the equipment in order to meet the Construction Contractor’s
obligations and ensuring that the required pit, embedments and
utilities are complete and ready for installation of the equipment.
The Construction Contractor will furnish and install (based upon the
Manufacturer’s design):
a.
Embedded shop rail up to the edge of pit, to be installed after
machine rails are installed
b.
Anchor bolts
c.
Conduit with pull-wires for power and control wiring (embedded
conduit only)
d.
480V electrical power to a main panel/disconnect as designated by
the Manufacturer on shop drawings
e.
Compressed air to a location designated in the pit by the
Manufacturer on shop drawings, equipped with a shut-off valve,
capped and protected.
Also refer to SECTION 2.16 –
COMPRESSED AIR, for additional requirements.
Requirements for start-up, field testing, and operation/maintenance training of
VRE employees.
REFERENCES
A.
All equipment shall be manufactured and set up in accordance with all industrial
and safety standards that apply to the work.
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B.
C.
D.
Industry Standards:
1.
AAR
Association of American Railroads
2.
ABMA
American Bearing Manufacturers Association
3.
AISC
American Institute of Steel Construction
4.
AREMA
American Railway Engineering and Maintenance of Way
Association
5.
ASME
American Society of Mechanical Engineers
6.
ASPE
American Society of Plumbing Engineers
7.
ASTM
ASTM International (formerly American Society of Testing
Materials)
8.
AWS
American Welding Society
9.
IEEE
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
10.
NEMA
National Electrical Manufacturers Association
11.
UL
Underwriters Laboratory
Safety and Governmental Standards:
1.
OSHA
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
2.
ANSI
American National Standards Institute
3.
NEC
National Electric Code
4.
NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
5.
SAE
Society of Automotive Engineers
All applicable Federal, State, and Local codes and regulations:
If there is a conflict between codes and the Manufacturer’s standards, the most
stringent requirements shall take precedence and the best quality as to materials
and workmanship shall be supplied and applied.
1.05
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
Quality Assurance shall be provided in accordance with SECTION 01 46 00 of
ATTACHMENT W.2 – GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS, as supplemented by this
Section.
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1.
All articles, materials, fittings, equipment, and machinery incorporated in
the work shall be new and unused, of recent manufacture, free from defects
and imperfections, and as far as practicable, Manufacturer’s standard
make of first grade industrial quality, from reputable manufacturers,
suitable for the purpose intended and subject to approval by the Engineer.
2.
All components used in the assembly of the system shall be standard,
commercially available components and shall be manufactured by
companies regularly engaged in the manufacture of the components. The
design shall provide for the interchangeability of items of piping, equipment,
sub-assemblies, motors, starter, relays and other devices.
3.
All replacement parts shall be readily available in the United States. Lists
of the sources for the parts shall be supplied for the maintenance and repair
of the system.
4.
Unless otherwise noted, the equipment shall be designed for installation
and proper operation in an indoor, shop environment.
5.
When installed, the layout of the new equipment shall be such that workers
shall have sufficient room to access all parts of the equipment.
6.
Fasteners shall comply with ANSI standards. This includes, but is not
limited to, threads for nuts and bolts, heads for same, pipe, conduit, and
electrical connectors. Mixing of metric and United States Customary Units
(non-metric) standards on the same equipment is not permitted.
7.
Products or composite materials containing asbestos shall not be used.
8.
When two (2) or more items of the same equipment are required, they shall
be products of a single manufacturer.
9.
All work shall be performed in a neat and workmanlike manner by workers
skilled in their respective trades, and all material and equipment shall be
installed as recommended by the Manufacturer and in accordance with all
applicable codes and standards.
10.
Equipment shall be designed, fabricated, installed and adjusted to achieve
smooth, quiet, convenient and efficient operation, durability, economy of
maintenance and operation, and the required standards of safety.
11.
All piping, valves, fittings, conduits, and wiring required for the equipment
installation shall be in accordance with all applicable codes. Supplied
connections shall properly interface with existing services.
12.
All items requiring maintenance shall be accessible for maintenance or
change-out without undue service interruption. Replaceable components
shall be provided with appropriate mechanical isolation to facilitate changeout without extensive system shutdown.
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B.
13.
Materials and equipment shall be manufactured in compliance to the ISO
9001- 2008 quality standards. This includes, but it is not limited to, nuts,
bolts, threads and heads for the same, pipes, conduits and electrical
connectors.
14.
The language of the text for all documents shall be English.
15.
All dimensions shall be displayed in US Customary Units.
16.
All electrical equipment shall be UL listed and bear UL label.
Substitutions:
Requests for approval of equipment items other than those specified shall be made
in accordance with the Contract.
C.
Permits and Tests:
Obtain all necessary permits from the Commonwealth of Virginia and other
authorities having jurisdiction, make application and file all drawings required for
such permits, and pay all permit fees. Arrange inspections and tests required by
governing authorities and by VRE, and pay all costs connected therewith. Obtain
and file with the Engineer written evidence that all of the above requirements have
been met.
D.
E.
Applicable Codes:
1.
Work shall conform to Federal, State, and Local governing rules and
regulations and ordinances including OSHA and NFPA, and shall pass
inspection by authorities having jurisdiction.
2.
Furnish all materials and labor required to meet all requirements and to
obtain approvals of inspections and tests required by jurisdictional
authorities.
Certificates:
1.
Manufacturer shall furnish an affidavit certifying that all materials and
workmanship comply with all applicable code requirements.
2.
“Buy America” certification of compliance: Signed statement or form
certifying that the Wheel Truing Machine and its components meets the
requirements of 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(1) and the applicable regulations in 49
CFR Part 661.5. This shall be included with each equipment Submittal.
3.
Before acceptance, Manufacturer shall furnish certificates documenting
approval of all authorities having jurisdiction.
4.
Certificates of Compliance: A minimum of seven (7) days prior to delivery
of the equipment, Manufacturer shall submit certificates of compliance.
Each certificate shall be signed by an authorized representative of the
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Manufacturer stating that the equipment complies in all respects with all
Contract requirements, including applicable codes and regulations, as well
as all approved design submittals.
F.
1.06
Warranty: All equipment shall be warranted in accordance with SECTION E –
SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS included in this solicitation and the
following provisions:
1.
The Manufacturer shall furnish written warranties required by the Technical
Specifications for time stipulated therein. These warranties shall be in
writing, on Manufacturer’s (or component suppliers, as applicable)
letterhead and shall be included in the operations and maintenance
manual(s) as specified.
2.
Major equipment components, specifically those manufactured by other
than the primary equipment supplier, shall be covered by their own
respective warranties, which shall not be less than the suppliers’ standard
warranty. These warranties shall also be included in the operations and
maintenance manual(s).
3.
Nothing in these requirements, conditions or specifications including VRE’s
right to a complete inspection shall constitute a disclaimer to or limit,
negate, exclude or modify in any way any warranty created hereunder.
QUALITY CONTROL
A.
B.
Qualifications of Wheel Truing Machine Manufacturer:
1.
The Manufacturer shall operate an installation and repair department, and
shall maintain the supply of spare parts.
2.
The Manufacturer shall be responsible for providing equipment of highest
quality and workmanship, which shall perform specified functions reliably
and safely, and shall permit required maintenance procedures with
minimum interference of service or degradation of reliability.
Certify that the Wheel Truing Machine will properly function in both the Computer
Numerical Control (CNC) and manual control mode with every locomotive and
coach in the VRE fleet.
1.
Computer Numerical Control (CNC): Mode in which the functions of the
Wheel Truing Machine are controlled by means of a prepared program
(e.g., cutting tools work to a pre-set wheel profile), actuated by instructions
from an operator interface.
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2.
Manual Control: Non-CNC mode in which the Wheel Truing Machine can
be operated without use of the operator interface. In this mode, the PLC
shall continue to provide safety interlocks and other basic machine
functions as determined by the Manufacturer.
C.
Design and manufacture the system for a minimum thirty (30)-year life span given
that scheduled maintenance will be performed in accordance with the
Manufacturer’s instructions.
D.
Employ a quality assurance program that meets the requirements of ANSI and that
satisfies all safety-related quality assurance requirements imposed by applicable
government regulatory agencies.
E.
Installer shall verify that all dimensions, foundations, structures, utility supplies
and other construction are adequate for the Wheel Truing Machine, prior to start
of machine installation. Immediately notify Construction Contractor and Engineer
in writing of any discrepancies.
F.
Installation:
Installation of the Wheel Truing Machine is part of the Scope of Work for
the Manufacturer. The Manufacturer may elect to do all of the installation
work with its own employees, or may elect to hire one or more qualified
Subcontractors to perform the work under direct on-site supervision of the
Manufacturer.
G.
1.07
Assembled components purchased by the Manufacturer for this Contract, such as
motors, pumps, and electrical devices, shall be the standard products of qualified
manufacturers. All similar items shall be the products of a single manufacturer.
SUBMITTALS
A.
For each package, include an electronic copy (Adobe Acrobat PDF) on CD-ROM
or flash drive. Scanned items shall be legible at normal one hundred percent
(100%) display. Color originals shall be scanned in color.
B.
Incomplete or partial submittals shall be returned without review.
C.
Sequence of Approval:
1.
Conditional Approval of Equipment: Before submitting shop drawings,
Manufacturer shall submit to the Engineer for conditional approval
drawings, specifications and lists of equipment to be incorporated in the
Work. This list shall include catalog numbers, cuts, and other descriptive
data as may be required to ensure compliance with requirements specified.
No consideration will be given to partial lists. Conditional approval of
equipment based on this submittal will be subject to submission of
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complete shop drawings indicating compliance with the Contract
Documents prior to final approval.
2.
D.
E.
Final Approval of Equipment: After receiving conditional approval of the
equipment lists, submit shop drawings, product data and installation
instructions for final approval.
Submit product data for all non-consumable purchased components, including:
1.
Catalog cuts, pamphlets, brochures, color samples and descriptive
literature
2.
Equipment and specifications
3.
Performance and test data
4.
Country of origin
5.
Components not falling under this requirement are shop-fabricated items,
and items that appear on the list of spare parts for routine maintenance
under 2.15H herein and/or items having a list unit price less than $50.00.
6.
Specific items included in this work shall be indicated on the Manufacturer's
product data sheets. Excluded items may be crossed out if this
configuration is more logical.
7.
The Manufacturer shall ensure that product data addressing the following
items is submitted along with all other requested product data:
a.
Cutter head and inserts
b.
Hydraulic power unit including performance curves that indicate
rate of delivery.
c.
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
d.
Computer, power supplies, operator interface
e.
All motors
f.
Electrical starters, breakers, and panels
g.
Transducers and sensors
Detailed information on locations where fabrication and/or assembly operations for
the equipment to be furnished as part of this Contract are to take place.
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F.
Submit shop drawings: shop drawings and diagrams shall be prepared using and
showing scales and dimensions in the United States Customary Units (non-metric).
Metric conversions may be provided in parenthesis. shop drawings may include
exploded-view diagrams and shall include but not be limited to the following as
applicable:
1.
Drawings showing equipment layout, elevations, conduit runs, utility layout
and hook-ups, and all required dimensions including but not limited to
clearances and tolerances.
2.
Fabrication/Assembly drawings, including bill of materials and material
specification.
3.
Detail drawings of assemblies and components, other than assembly
drawings.
4.
Operation drawings showing the tooling, fixtures, and adapters used for the
profiling and hold-down of wheelsets.
5.
Operation narrative describing profiling operations including description of
tooling, fixtures, and adapters to be used. Operation narrative shall include
description of car progression, chip removal system, and hold-down system
and any associated safety interlocks during the profiling process.
6.
Foundation drawings including loads, embedded items, and elevations.
Foundation drawings shall identify the equipment footprint; pit dimensions
and details including dimensions, depth, utility locations, and drain
locations; base plate dimensions including length, width, and depth; floor
loading; vibration isolation pads; anchor bolt details, including locations,
quantity, size, type, and embedment; and elevations.
7.
Data for structural loads into pit/foundation
8.
Utility connection plan showing utility requirements. The information shown
in this plan shall include, but not be limited to, the following, as applicable
to the particular equipment:
a.
Locations of existing utility services
b.
Location of required utility connections
c.
Required sizes of pipes and conduits
d.
Inverts and elevations
e.
Required water pressure, velocity (cfs) and flow (gpm)
f.
Required gas pressure and cfh (cubic feet per hour)
g.
Required compressed air pressure and cfm (cubic feet per minute)
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G.
h.
Required steam pressure and flow
i.
Required size of electric service
j.
Required size of wires
k.
Required voltage and amperage (full load)
l.
Required insulation and/or insulators
9.
Electrical control diagrams/schematic and operator’s manual for
programmable controller including all touchscreen displays/commands for
storing set-up data, manual and automated operations, and
troubleshooting
10.
Electrical wiring diagrams. The information shown in these diagrams shall
include but not be limited to, the following:
a.
Locations of existing utility services
b.
Location of required utility connections
c.
Required sizes of conduits
d.
Requirements for embedded conduits
e.
Inverts and elevations
f.
Required size of electric service
g.
Required size of wires
h.
Required voltage and amperage (full load)
i.
Required insulation and/or insulators
j.
Grounding connections
11.
Electrical equipment layouts, with all motors, limit switches, solenoid
valves, disconnects, control panels, etc., located and labeled.
12.
Hydraulic system schematic diagram
Submit equipment installation instructions including:
1.
Manufacturer’s recommended installation instructions
2.
Manufacturer’s installation drawings
3.
Installation schedule
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H.
4.
Installation instructions shall include a detailed explanation of the
equipment installation process, and a listing of embedments and fasteners,
including torquing requirements, accessories, or other items necessary for
a complete installation
5.
Installation schedule shall clearly describe installation steps that shall be
performed by the Construction Contractor, and installation steps that shall
be performed by the Manufacturer/Installer along with estimated time
durations for these steps.
6.
The Manufacturer's acceptance testing program.
Submit the following for approval:
1.
Training Program
2.
Operations & Maintenance Manuals
3.
Certificates per Quality Assurance Section
4.
Warranties (Warranty signed by Installer and executed by Manufacturer for
equipment, materials, and workmanship against defects agreeing to repair
or replace equipment and materials and correct workmanship as specified.
I.
Submit pre-shipment inspection and testing procedures.
J.
Submit testing and checkout procedures including Start-up and Acceptance
Testing Plan, procedures, and typical schedule.
K.
1.
Identify all rail vehicles and other items needed for start-up and testing.
2.
Provide timely notification to Construction Contractor to arrange for rail
vehicles and other items.
3.
Manufacturer shall provide calibrated wheelsets, if required, for testing.
Other wheelsets and assembled trucks will be furnished by VRE, as
arranged and coordinated by the Manufacturer.
Submit spare parts list for approval:
1.
Submit a comprehensive list of all spare parts, supplies and consumables
for the equipment to be supplied, including tooling. Do not include in
pricing.
2.
Provide a recommendation for spare parts inventory, considered critical
and for which extended acquisition time would create excessive downtime.
Include part description, part number, quantity, and list price, for review by
Virginia Railway Express (VRE). Do not include in pricing.
3.
Provide spare parts list considered normal for routine maintenance of the
equipment for one (1) year. Each entry shall include corresponding
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manufacturer’s part numbers, manufacturer’s name, supplier, supplier’s
part numbers, quantity, lead-time and estimated cost valid for a one (1)
year period from installation but not in contract pricing. The list shall clearly
indicate entries on the list that fall into the following categories.
L.
M.
1.08
a.
Parts, supplies and consumables necessary to perform all
maintenance functions listed in the Operations and Maintenance
Manuals for the first year of operation. Upon approval of parts in
this category, the Manufacturer shall supply these parts and
supplies, as part of this Contract, at additional cost to VRE. The
purchase of spare parts listed is not binding on VRE’s part.
b.
Additional items recommended by the Manufacturer to be supplied
due to their nature as a high-wear item or crucial to the operation of
the equipment.
c.
Items not readily available on the open market or for which it is
anticipated ordering and delivery time will exceed thirty (30) days
(long lead time items).
Submit list of special tools for approval
1.
Submit a list of all tools, fixtures, shims, adapters, and other specialty
accessories required for proper operation of the Wheel Truing Machine.
2.
Provide two (2) complete sets to VRE, delivered directly to the Engineer’s
designated representative (not via Construction Contractor). Obtain
receipt for delivery.
3.
Provide two (2) industrial-grade metal toolboxes for storage of these items.
Submit Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), or sixteen (16) section Safety Data
Sheets if available in this new format, of all chemical materials, substances and
compounds that will be used on this Contract and/or to maintain the equipment
This includes, but is not limited to the following:
1.
All cements, caulks, sealants and paint products used in the installation
2.
Any recommended lubricant, oil, hydraulic fluid, or chemical products to be
used in the operation and/or maintenance of the equipment, including
product trade name, chemical composition, and physical properties.
DELIVERABLES
A.
Wheel Truing Machine and all accessories
B.
Shop drawings of equipment pit, within 45 calendar days of receipt of order
C.
Embedments, for installation by Construction Contractor. Deliver embedments
with forty-five (45) calendar days following approval of shop drawings of pit.
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1.09
D.
Operation and Maintenance Manuals
E.
Training program and Training Plan
F.
Certificates
G.
As-Built Drawings
H.
Hardware and software
I.
Spare parts list
J.
Special Tools: Two (2) of each special tool, and instruments if any, required for
operation or maintenance, packed in two (2) appropriate steel tool boxes.
K.
Matching touch-up paint for each color used to permit retouching, one (1) gallon
L.
Warranties
M.
Commissioning Data
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE (O&M) MANUALS
A.
B.
O&M Manuals shall address the following:
1.
Operations – Detailing safety instructions, proper operation and basic
troubleshooting of the supplied equipment. This data shall be targeted for
the daily equipment operator.
2.
Maintenance – Detailing both corrective and scheduled preventive
maintenance of the supplied equipment. This shall include in depth
troubleshooting, system functional description, theory of operation and
detailed illustrated parts catalog. The preventive maintenance information
shall include recommended service and replacement intervals for all
maintainable components up through system replacement.
O&M Manuals shall be submitted for each equipment system as follows:
1.
Outline Draft: A minimum of three (3) copies of sample formats and outline
of contents in draft form ninety (90) calendar days prior to the earliest
scheduled equipment delivery to be submitted to the Engineer for approval.
2.
Draft: A PDF version of complete manual in final form for Engineer
approval thirty (30) calendar days before equipment initial delivery date.
3.
Pre-Final O&M Manual: A minimum of two (2) hardcopies of approved
manual after the equipment is installed, ready for acceptance test and to
perform training. In addition, an electronic version of the Manual on CDROM or flash drive, one (1) copy per employee to be trained plus two (2)
file copies.
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4.
5.
C.
Final Manual: Three (3) hardcopies of final approved manual after the
equipment is installed, the acceptance test has been approved and training
has been performed and completed.
a.
The manuals shall be updated based on input from VRE and the
Engineer during acceptance testing and training for all sections of
the manual.
b.
The manuals shall show final as-built installed material, conditions,
procedures, and drawings.
c.
One (1) of the copies shall be configured for the harsh shop
environment by inserting all single pages in plastic laminate and
foldout pages individually enclosed in clear plastic pockets.
d.
Also include three (3) electronic versions of all manual contents.
Electronic version shall be non-editable but searchable Adobe
Acrobat PDF, stored on CD-ROM or flash memory drive.
Final Acceptance will not be granted until receipt of the print and electronic
copies of the approved manuals.
Hard copy O&M Manuals shall be prepared as follows:
1.
Front cover: Illustration of the equipment described in the O & M manual
2.
Front cover, spine and title page include the name and function of the
equipment, manufacturer’s identification, project specification number and
title
3.
Loose leaf, on minimum twenty-four (24) pound, punched paper
4.
Pages shall be three (3) hole punched
5.
Entire length of margin with holes reinforced with plastic
6.
All pages, except for drawings, shall be 8.5 x 11 inches, portrait style.
Drawing pages shall be 8.5 x 11 inches or 11 x 17 inches.
7.
New sections and chapters shall begin on a right-hand facing page. At the
end of each chapter or section, if there is a blank left-hand page, print on
the left-hand page, “This page intentionally left blank,” in whatever font style
the body text of the document is.
8.
Foldout diagrams and illustrations: Fan-fold 11 x 17 inches pages to 8.5 x
11 inches. For pages larger than 8.5 x 11 inches, display page
identification on last fold of folded page so as to be readable without
unfolding.
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D.
9.
Reproducible by dry copy xerography method
10.
Oil, moisture and wear-resistant plastic covers
11.
Protruding plastic coated tabbed dividers, cross-referenced by number or
color to sections identified on the table of contents shall separate sections.
12.
Manuals shall lie flat when opened. Pages shall not bind or join when
turned for normal reading.
13.
Manuals shall allow enough space for insertion of revised pages.
General Requirements for Manuals:
1.
2.
Manufacturer’s operating manuals giving complete instruction relative to
assembly, installation, operation, adjustments, lubrication, maintenance,
and complete parts list shall be furnished by the Manufacturer for every
item of machinery and equipment furnished by the Manufacturer. The
information shall be presented in a clear manner such as:
a.
For operating type procedures, the nomenclature for control
positions, document test points and indicating devices having panel
nomenclature as it appears on the equipment panel, placard, or
structure (i.e., “Set Master Switch to ‘OFF’”).
b.
Enumerate and describe every component and its related parts,
including identifying numbers and commercial equivalents where
applicable.
c.
Include cut away and exploded view drawings for identification of
all parts.
Manual (or Volume in the case of multi-volume Manuals) shall contain a
Table of Contents and be organized into nine specific chapters as outlined
below:
a.
Chapter 1 – General Information and Specification
b.
Chapter 2 – Theory of Operation
c.
Chapter 3 – Troubleshooting
d.
Chapter 4 – Primary Repair
e.
Chapter 5 – Secondary Repair (Component Level)
f.
Chapter 6 – Preventive Maintenance
g.
Chapter 7 – Illustrated Parts Catalog
h.
Chapter 8 – Miscellaneous
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i.
E.
1.10
Chapter 9 – Wiring Diagrams
3.
Manuals shall include copies of all approved shop drawings submitted.
They shall be provided in an Appendix Binder following the size and format
requirements herein. 11” x 17” drawings shall be fan-folded per 1.07C
above. Larger drawings shall be folded to page size, with title block
information visible, and stored in three-ring clear plastic pockets.
4.
Illustrations shall be clear, and printed matter, including dimensions and
lettering on drawings, shall be easily legible. If reduced drawings are
incorporated into manuals, original lines and letters shall be darkened and
have their light weight increased as necessary to retain their legibility after
reduction.
5.
All material shall be in the English language.
6.
Chapter 7 (“Illustrated Parts Catalog”) of each Manual shall also contain a
list of nearest local suppliers of all equipment parts, as well as contact
information for the nearest factory-authorized service location.
7.
Chapter 8 (“Miscellaneous”) shall also contain copies of start-up and
acceptance test procedures and results/reports.
Operating Diagrams:
1.
Piping diagrams, electrical wiring diagrams, fuel oil, lubricating oil, water
capacity diagrams, and other diagrams necessary for operation of
machinery and equipment shall be furnished and installed where
designated by the Engineer.
2.
No single diagram shall show more than one system, or parts thereof.
3.
Diagrams shall be reproduced by photographic process to a size no to
exceed 18 inches by 24 inches and shall be complete and legible in all
respects. Systems shall be subdivided into portions, which are operable
from location where diagrams are installed, and to provide intelligible
information within specified size. They shall be made on white paper and
vacuum-sealed in transparent plastic material impervious to moisture and
oil, and resistant to abrasion. Other formats, which are equal in clarity,
sharpness, durability, and permanence, will be considered.
VERIFICATION OF DIMENSIONS
A.
Verify the dimensions and vehicle/truck/wheel characteristics of VRE’s fleet of
locomotives and coaches to ensure proper operations of the equipment and avoid
clearance conflicts. The VRE revenue vehicle fleet to be serviced at the LOU
Facility will consist of the following:
1.
Locomotives: thirty-six (36) Motive Power MP36PH-3C
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2.
1.11
1.12
Coaches: ninety-three (93) Nippon Sharyo gallery-style
B.
The Manufacturer shall be responsible for coordination and proper relation of all
work to the equipment installation and to the work of all trades for the installation
of the equipment in the pit.
C.
The Manufacturer shall verify all dimensions of the site that relate to fabrication
and delivery of the Wheel Truing Machine and notify the Engineer of any
discrepancy before fabrication and delivery of the equipment to the site.
D.
Surfaces to receive metal fabrications shall be sound, square and true. Such
surfaces shall be examined prior to the installation of the fabrications and all
defects that might impair the operability or shorten the life of any of the parts of the
item shall be brought to the attention of the Engineer in writing, and will be
corrected by the Manufacturer.
AS-BUILT DRAWINGS
A.
One (1) complete hard copy set of full size as-built shop drawings shall be
furnished with the specified equipment. As-built drawings shall reflect all changes
made during installation, testing, and checkout.
B.
As-built drawings shall include all assembly drawings, exploded views of
assemblies, operation drawings, electrical drawings, wiring diagrams and layouts,
electrical schematics, control diagrams, and I/O drawings necessary for the longterm operation and maintenance of the equipment.
C.
As-built drawings shall also be supplied on a CD-ROM in non-editable, Adobe
Acrobat (PDF) electronic file format.
D.
If no changes to the equipment occurred during installation, testing and checkout,
provide a written certification to that effect in lieu of as-built drawings. This does
not waive the requirement for shop drawings to be included with the O&M Manuals.
TRAINING PROGRAM
A.
Identify all rail vehicles and other Engineer-supplied items needed for training.
B
Provide timely notification to Construction Contractor to arrange for rail vehicles
and other Engineer-supplied items, but not less than fifteen (15) calendar days
prior to the training date.
C.
Manufacturer shall provide calibrated wheelsets, if required, for training and
testing.
D.
The Manufacturer shall be responsible for training as specified below:
1.
Maintenance management classes shall take place prior to the use of the
equipment by VRE.
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2.
Mechanics’ operation and maintenance training shall commence only after
installation of the equipment is complete and equipment testing and
checkout has been successfully completed to the satisfaction of the
Engineer.
3.
Training shall be conducted at the equipment or in a classroom at the
Jobsite, as appropriate. Other locations may be utilized with prior approval
of VRE.
4.
Hours for training shall be between 7:00 AM and 3:00 PM unless
specifically permitted otherwise in writing by VRE.
5.
“Pre-Final” versions of the Operation and Maintenance Manuals shall be
used in the training.
6.
Revise O&M Manuals to incorporate corrections, additions and other
feedback from the training.
E.
The instructor(s) shall be fluent in both spoken and written English and shall have
a thorough knowledge of the equipment and systems furnished. They shall be
able to utilize proper methods of instruction, training aids, audiovisuals, etc., to
ensure effective presentations. The instructor(s) shall have previous formal
classroom instruction training.
F.
The Manufacturer shall be responsible for providing all training aids, audiovisual
equipment and visual aids for the conduct of the classes.
G.
All training materials (with the exception of calibrated wheelsets) will become the
property of VRE at the conclusion of training.
H.
Submission and approval of training plans:
I.
1.
Meet with VRE at least four (4) weeks prior to the start of formal training.
At that time, the Manufacturer shall submit lesson plans and an outline of
the training program and demonstrate any training aids involved. Handouts
shall be presented for approval and provided later in a ratio of one per
student. Each location shall receive a complete set of prints and
schematics.
2.
Submit in writing plans for meeting the specification training requirements.
VRE will approve and then coordinate and schedule all training involved.
Outline specific objectives for each of the courses:
1.
The course shall include sessions in safety, machine operation and a
comprehensive seminar on learning basic skills/knowledge of each
operation. The course shall include both classroom and practical exercise
sessions and shall provide the mechanic with the basic knowledge
necessary to operate and maintain the equipment. The Manufacturer shall
provide a detailed schedule outlining the length and content of each of
these sessions in accordance with the guidelines established.
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1.13
1.14
2.
The training program shall include familiarization with equipment operation
and performance and detailed instruction in operation, maintenance,
calibration of system, and all test procedures. Maintenance training shall
include scheduled maintenance, unscheduled maintenance (repair),
adjustment, fine-tuning, troubleshooting, and testing.
3.
As applicable, the training program shall, provide training for Engineering
and Management, Operating and Maintenance Personnel.
4.
The training program duration shall be appropriate for complexity of
equipment, and subject to revision by Engineer during review of
Manufacturer’s submitted Training Program. Typical minimum durations
are as follows, and would be superseded by requirements in a specific
equipment section:
a.
Off-The-Shelf Equipment: Operating Personnel: eight (8) hours;
Maintenance Personnel: 8 hours
b.
Systems:
Engineering and Management eight: (8) hours;
Operating Personnel: forty (40) hours; and Maintenance Personnel:
forty (40) hours.
HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE
A.
Provide three (3) copies of the final version of the control software, for back-up
purposes, in electronic format on separate flash memory devices with a standard
USB socket (2.0/3.0 compatible).
B.
Provide fully licensed versions of any and all software necessary to run, and
process, the control software.
C.
Provide any and all hardware necessary to run and process the control software.
COMMISSIONING DATA
As part of the final documentation, the Manufacturer shall provide a letter written
on the Manufacturer’s letterhead and signed by an authorized representative of
the equipment Manufacturer, providing the following commissioning data:
A.
Equipment Description
B.
Location (of the installation)
C.
Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)
D.
Model No.
E.
Serial No.
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F.
Nameplate Data (provide where applicable)
1.
2.
3.
Electric
a.
Volts
b.
Amps
c.
Phase
Air
a.
CFM
b.
PSI
Water
a. GPM
b. PSI
G.
1.15
Dimensions
1.
Length
2.
Width
3.
Height
H.
Weight
I.
PLC Controlled (provide model, if applicable)
J.
Date of Factory Test
K.
In-Service Date
l.
Warranty Expiration Date
M.
Equipment Cost
EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION
Provide a corrosion-resistant identification plate clearly marked and stamped with
the Manufacturer’s name and address, model number, serial number, date of
manufacture, and all pertinent utility and operating data (or ratings), and
permanently attach it at a prominent location on the equipment.
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1.16
1.17
1.18
NOISE AND VIBRATION ISOLATION
A.
Noise and vibration isolation pads shall be provided as Indicated and where
required, shall meet all requirements Indicated, and shall be equipped with
necessary bearing plates and bolts. Noise and vibration pads shall be specifically
designed for the weights, speeds, and vibration characteristics of the equipment
supported. The pads shall provide proper weight distribution to avoid distortion of
the bedplates.
B.
Bolts and other fastening in connection with these pads shall be effectively
isolated.
SHOP PAINTING
A.
Equipment shall be given one (1) shop prime coat of approved rust-inhibitive paint
containing at least fifty percent (50%) rust-inhibitive pigments and Manufacturer’s
standard finish coat system, unless otherwise indicated. Shop drawings shall
indicate brand and type of paint for both the prime coat and finish coat systems.
Finish coating system shall be Pittsburgh Paints 409-2 (color selected by the
Engineer) or equal for all major equipment items, unless otherwise Indicated. All
color selections shall be approved by the Engineer.
B.
Surfaces shall be free of rust, scale dirt, grease and oil before painting. Matching
touch-up paint shall be provided in the amount of one quart of each color used to
permit retouching.
INSPECTION
A.
The Engineer and VRE will periodically inspect work during the course of the
construction.
B.
Provide for inspections by all others having jurisdiction over the work.
C.
At time of final inspection, furnish certificate or certificates of final approval by all
others having jurisdiction as applicable.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.01
MANUFACTURER
The Wheel Truing Machine shall be provided by the following manufacturer or
approved equal:
Simmons Machine Tool Corporation
1700 North Broadway
Albany, NY 12204
Tel. No. 518-462-5431
www.smtgroup.com
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2.02
2.03
GENERAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
A.
The equipment shall conform to the pit layout as shown on the Manufacturer’s
approved shop drawings. The arrangement may be modified only as required to
suit the specific equipment being supplied. Layout dimensions as shown may be
modified to improve operating efficiency subject to approval by VRE.
B.
The system shall be complete and ready to operate, whether specific minor items
required to make it operational are identified by this specification or not.
C.
All components and equipment shall be new and free from defects.
D.
All replacement parts shall be readily available in the United States. Listing of the
parts sources shall be supplied for the maintenance and repair of the system.
E.
The system shall be designed for installation and proper operation in an indoor,
maintenance shop environment.
F.
Noise Level: Record sound measurement data at the Main Control Station during
various stages of machine cutting operation, measured in accordance with IEEE
85, and provide data to the Engineer. Provide hearing protection signage if data
shows noise level exceeding OSHA threshold of 85 dB.
G.
The layout of the pit, equipment, gratings and stairs shall provide safe egress and
sufficient room for workers to access all areas around the machine.
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
A.
The Wheel Truing Machine shall be an underfloor, pit mounted, full profile milling
machine, capable of simultaneously profiling both wheels of a wheelset using the
axle centers as the machining reference point. The machine shall be capable of
profiling wheelsets to the specifications required by the Association of American
Railroads (AAR) Manual of Standards and Recommended Practices, Section G,
Part II, Rule 1F4, which specifies tape size, concentricity and plane dimensions
under any of the following conditions:
1.
While the wheelset is in a truck under a locomotive or passenger coach.
2.
While the wheelset is mounted in a truck.
3
While the wheelset is a separate component.
B.
The Wheel Truing Machine shall re-profile both wheels simultaneously to equal
diameters, leaving a witness groove at the flange of the profile.
C.
The full-contour milling technology shall not require undercutting the tread surface
or flat spots.
D.
Both wheels of a wheelset shall be finished automatically to the required diameter
and profile while removing the minimum amount of metal possible.
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2.04
E.
Provide computer with a continuous digital readout display to record and display
wheel diameters, cut depths, and final machined wheel diameter in inches, tapes
or millimeters.
F.
All controls for machine operation shall be at a Main Control Station located an
appropriate distance from the machining area. The operator shall be able to
observe the machine's cutting cycle without being exposed to chip flow.
G.
The machine shall comply with the following quality assurance programs:
1.
AAR – Specification for Quality Assurance, M-1003
2.
ASQC – American Society of Quality Control, Standard C1
3.
ANSI – American National Standards Institute, Standard Z1.8
4.
ISO – ISO 9001 (ISO 9001:2008) Standard
MACHINE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A.
The machine shall be capable of re-profiling wheels with diameters ranging from
28 inches - 52 inches.
1.
No special provisions, tools or manual settings shall be required to
accommodate the range of wheel sizes currently in the VRE fleet,
maximum 42” for locomotives and minimum 33” for coaches.
2.
For wheels outside the range specified in 2.04A.1 above, manual changes
to machine settings are permissible.
B.
The machine shall be capable of cutting wheels to a variety of pre-set AAR profiles,
including VRE’s 1:20 profile, with the correct milling heads in place. Provide
milling heads for VRE’s 1:20 profile.
C.
The machine shall provide a high degree of automation and motorized
adjustments for single-man operation. The machine shall retain manual-mode
operations to stay in service in case of a temporary CNC failure.
D.
The maximum diameter variation shall be 0.5 mm (½ tape or under 0.020 inch) or
less. Equal wheel diameters on a wheelset shall be provided within this tolerance
without involving the operator.
E.
The eccentricity shall be corrected and the final concentricity shall be 0.5 mm
(0.020 inches) or less at any point on the wheel circumference.
F.
The profile generated by the machine shall produce variations on the profile of
0.25 mm (0.010 inches) or less.
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G.
2.05
2.06
The machine shall produce a 200 RMS (Root Mean Square) surface finish or
better in the axial direction on the wheel profile and 150 RMS or better on the
wheel circumference.
MACHINE OUTPUT
A.
Minimum production rate shall provide an output of twelve (12) 36-inch diameter
wheelsets per eight (8) hour shift, assuming cutting for normal wear only and
operation by a trained machinist having minimum one (1) year experience.
B.
The typical machining cycle for a wheelset with 36-inch diameter wheels shall be
provided with not more than three (3) passes. Including the removal of the bearing
caps (on outboard bearing wheelsets), spotting the vehicle over the machine and
machine set up for cutting, the entire cycle shall require not more than thirty (30)
minutes, assuming cutting for normal wear only and operation by a trained
machinist having minimum one (1) year experience.
MACHINE DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
A.
The machine shall be manufactured for 4’-8 ½” track gauge.
B.
The machine shall have a maximum axle load capacity of forty-two (42) tons.
C.
The machine shall be equipped with a hold down system for use with wheelsets
and coach or locomotive trucks.
D.
The machine shall consist of two (2) major components, the C-Frame and the
Beam. Both shall be tied together with a universal joint (or "Yoke") that permits
the C-Frame to move in a horizontal, vertical and axial direction.
E.
The C-Frame shall follow the axle centers of a mounted pair of wheels. It shall be
of fabricated (not cast) construction and shall be designed with sufficient rigidity to
withstand the forces generated between the machine centers and the machine
cutters. The following components shall be contained in the C-Frame:
1.
Milling Cutters: The milling cutter assemblies shall consist of two full
contour high speed milling heads, each housing thirteen (13) blades that
control the wheel tread and flange contour and contain the cutting inserts.
The cutter blades shall be replaceable and the round carbide cutting
inserts shall be easily indexed and/or replaced. The cutting inserts shall
be a low cost throwaway type.
2.
Cutter Drive: Each cutter assembly shall be independently driven by a 30
HP motor through a "V" belt and gear reduction system at 230 RPM. The
cutters shall be able to cut a high flange at 0.300 inches, or 0.175 inches
depth of cut on the full wheel contour on both wheels simultaneously.
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F.
3.
Cutter Alignment Assembly: The cutters shall be aligned with the wheelset
to be cut. To facilitate this requirement, both cutter spindles shall be
enclosed in quill assemblies and adjusted by a hydraulic-motor drive
arrangement. This feature shall also provide automatic in-position
clamping of the cutters.
4.
Machine Centers: The machine centers shall be hydraulically entered into
the axle centers at six thousand six hundred (6,600) pounds of pressure
and mechanically locked into place. The left hand and right hand machine
centers shall raise and lower simultaneously by means of a mechanical
interlocking drive system. They shall control equal wheel diameters and
concentricity of the wheelset being re-contoured.
5.
Chip Guards and Chutes: Provide chip guards fitted to the cutters except
in the area where the cutter must contact the wheel. The chip guards shall
direct the chips to chutes that will convey the chips to a disposal system.
The milling process shall produce small chips (less than ½” in length), that
are easily handled by the conveyor system.
6.
Pendulum: The pendulum shall raise and lower the C-Frame and shall be
attached to the C-Frame and the Yoke. The vertical movement shall be
controlled by a hydraulic fluid motor, driving a gear reduction system
located in the machine middle with connected shafts on either side moving
the centers. Provide a mechanical interlocking system that shall ensure
identical distance between the centerline of the cutters with the centerline
of the centers on either side of the machine, thus producing equal-diameter
wheels.
7.
Automatic Lubrication System: The lubrication system shall lubricate the
moving parts of the C-Frame and Beam without requiring operator action.
A "Low Lube" indication shall show on the operator's control station display
screen when the lubrication reservoir requires filling.
The Beam shall be the stationary member that ties the machine to the foundation.
Its construction shall be designed to carry the weight of the C-Frame, the wheelset
being contoured, and that portion of the weight of the vehicle that the wheelset
supports. The Beam shall consist of the following:
1
Approach Rails: The approach rails shall connect the machine to the rail
system in the shop providing vehicle, truck, or wheelset access on and off
the machine.
2
Sliding Rails: Sliding (retractable) rails shall be hydraulically operated to
bridge the opening in the beam through which the cutters contact the
wheels for re-contouring. They shall be designed with an appropriate
safety factor to withstand the weight of the heaviest VRE locomotive.
3
Wheel Drive: The wheel drive system shall be a roller friction type
arrangement directly contacting the wheel flange and the wheel tread. The
drive motor shall transmit rotational power through a gear reduction unit.
The drive rollers shall not be required to be repositioned to complete the
cutting operation. The roller drive suspension shall be anti-friction design.
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4
2.07
2.08
2.09
Wheel Lifting Mechanism: The lifting mechanism shall lift the wheelset
being re-profiled off the sliding rail. It shall be hydraulically-actuated.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
A.
The hydraulic system shall be comprised of solenoid-controlled hydraulic valves,
flow controls, hydraulic filters and a minimum ninety (90) gallon capacity oil
reservoir.
B.
All valves provided to fulfill the various machine functions shall be compact
mounted on a manifold sub-plate for easy maintenance.
HOLD-DOWN UNIT
A.
Provide a hold-down system for lightweight equipment (e.g., stand-alone wheelset
or wheelsets in a truck not mounted below a vehicle) to increase the friction force
between the wheels and the drive rollers.
B.
The hold-down unit shall produce a minimum of fifteen (15) tons of downward
force.
CNC CONTROL SYSTEM
A.
The CNC Control System shall consist of the following elements:
1.
2.
Main Control Station
a.
Industrial Color Touch-Screen Control Panel
b.
Microsoft Windows-based PC with Manufacturer’s current standard
user interface software
c.
Push buttons and switches for manual machine movements
d.
Remote Input/Output (I/O) hardware (Siemens or equal)
e.
Enclosure
f.
Swivel-type pedestal
Auxiliary Control Station
a.
Push buttons and switches for manual machine movements that are
most effectively controlled on the opposite side of the machine.
b.
Remote I/O hardware (Siemens or equal)
c.
Enclosure
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d.
B.
Swivel-type pedestal
3.
Power Cabinet with Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) to control
machine functions including safety interlocks (Siemens or equal).
4.
Junction box for Hydraulic Power Unit, equipped with I/O hardware.
5.
Linear Encoder to measure the position of the Machine Centers.
6.
Rotary Encoder to measure the rotation of the Drive Rollers.
Control Station Features
1.
Touch screen shall utilize analog resistive technology, so it can be operated
while wearing gloves.
2.
Touch screen shall include virtual keyboard for manual entry of data
including operator comments.
3.
The angle of the pushbuttons on the Main Control Station shall be
adjustable for ergonomic machine operation.
4.
Absolute position feedback from the linear encoder shall eliminate the need
to reference the position of the machine centers after cycling power to the
machine.
5.
Ethernet-based communications between the PLC, remote I/O, and the PC
for connectivity and diagnostics.
C.
All push buttons, switches, and enclosures shall be NEMA 4 (IP 65) rated, and
suitable for use in an environment with oils, coolants, and other non-corrosive
liquids.
D.
Control Station pedestals shall be capable of being rotated to a desired position
and locked into place.
E.
Operator-Machine Interface and Machine Control Requirements:
1.
Computer specifications shall be Manufacturer’s standard offering (current
at time of Bid) as to processor capacity and speed and hard drive capacity,
with other requirements as follows:
a.
Rack-Mount Industrial Monitor and Touch Screen:
i.
Minimum 19” (diagonal measurement)
ii.
Thin-film transistor (TFT) active matrix liquid crystal
iii.
Native Resolution: SXGA (1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz)
iv.
Contrast Ratio 1000:1 (static); 10,000,000:1 (dynamic)
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v.
2.10
Supplier: Hope Industrial or equal
b.
PC: Lenovo® ThinkCentre Industrial Enterprise Desktop model
M83 or equal.
c.
PLC: Siemens SIMATIC DP IM151-8 PN or equal.
d.
Provide a minimum of four (4) USB 2.0 slots and four (4) USB 3.0
slots.
e.
Keyboard: On-demand pop-up on touch screen display.
f.
Microsoft Windows® 7 or 8 Operating System (to be determined
during submittal review process) and compatible software.
g.
Operating Temperature – 32° to 122° F.
h.
Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) to maintain power to PC and
internet communication in the event of power failure (SOLA/HeviDuty or equal).
2.
Remote I/O interface modules with discreet isolated and fused I/O
modules.
3.
Communication Hardware, by Siemens or equal.
4.
High-speed counter/processor for encoder position feedback, by Siemens
or equal.
FAULT DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM
The CNC Control System shall monitor the status of the various sub-systems that
make up the functions of the Wheel Truing Machine. Information regarding the
status of these subsystems and control functions, and other useful information,
shall be displayed at the bottom of the screen. The display messages shall be
categorized as follows:
A.
Machine and Operator Interface Faults
Item
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
Machine Faults
Hydraulic System
Hold-Down System
Lubrication System
Motor Overloads
Machine Positioning
Referencing System
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Automatic Cycle Errors
Control System
Communication Faults
Illegal Sequence Functions
Out-of-Range Values for data entry
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B.
Machine faults shall be displayed to alert the operator to take corrective action:
Item
No.
1
2
Hydraulic Filter Clogged
Hydraulic Fluid High
Temperature
Hydraulic Fluid Level Low
Hydraulic Pressure Low
Hydraulic Positioner Filter
Clogged
Hold-Down Pressure Fault
Lubrication Level Low
Max Lube Count Exceeded
Spindle Motor(s) Overloaded
Chip Conveyor Motor Overloaded
No Index Pulse Found
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
C.
Excess Following Error
HSCE2 Programming Error
SLC Battery Low
SLC Program Error
HSCE2 Faulted Error
HSCE2 Not Initialized
Fault Routine Error
Encoder Mod Error
Maximum Cut Depth Exceeded
Invalid Target Diameter
Machine Not Referenced
Electronic safety interlocks shall prevent improper set-up or operational
sequence. The following functions shall be prohibited if attempted out-ofsequence:
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
D.
Machine Faults Displayed
Centers – Down
Centers – Up
Machine – Up
Machine – Down
Machine Speed Control
Far Center – In
Far Center – Out
Far Cutter – In
Far Cutter – Out
Cutters – Down
Cutters – Up
Idler Rollers – In
Idler Rollers – Out
Near Center – In
Near Center – Out
Near Cutter – In
Near Cutter – Out
Rails – Open
Rails – Close
Spindles – Start
Drive Rollers – Start
Chip Conveyor – On
Car Puller – Engage
Communications and Basic Remote Diagnostics: The machine control
system shall be equipped with remote communications capability for the
purposes of transfer of data and remote troubleshooting. The remote
communication specifications shall be as follows:
1.
Virtual Private Network (VPN) server (VRE-provided) that can be
accessed via high speed Internet connection.
2.
VPN client software (VRE-provided) utilized to connect and provide
credentials to the VPN server.
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E.
3.
A username
Manufacturer.
and
password
(VRE-provided)
for
use
by
4.
A static Internet Protocol (IP) address on the VRE network for use
by the Wheel Truing Machine Operator Interface PC.
Overload protection shall be monitored by virtual on-screen color meters
continuously displaying the amp-load required by the spindle drive motors,
providing a visual reference to the condition of the milling cutters. The CNC
control system shall engage an automatic tool retract in case of an
overload or operator overfeed.
2.11 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
2.12
A.
The machine and accessories shall meet the latest OSHA standards.
B.
The Main Control Station and Auxiliary Control Station shall be located alongside
of and away from the track, not between the track rails or under the equipment.
C.
The chips generated by the milling shall be discharged from the milling operation.
They shall be controlled by chip chutes and the enclosed chip removal system and
shall not represent any hazard to the operator.
D.
Each control station shall have a red mushroom-type “Emergency Stop”
pushbutton with pull-out reset “power on.” Provide two (2) additional mushroomtype emergency stop pushbuttons in the Wheel Truing Machine pit, at egress
stairs on opposite sides of the pit. The buttons shall be detent style to remain in
position (off or on) until pressed or pulled.
DATA ACQUISITION SYSTEM
A.
Provide an electronic control system to furnish a data acquisition and storage
system to record vehicle and wheel data.
B.
Information gathered and stored shall include time, date, operator and vehicle
identification; worn wheel statistics including flange wear, flange height, wheel
diameters; finished wheel statistics including total service metal removed and
service metal remaining and disposition “why made codes” (per AAR Manual) if
scrapped.
C.
The information shall be stored and processed locally or shall be able to be
uploaded to a computer via the provided Ethernet data communications interface.
D.
The data acquisition system shall be configured for levels of management and
operator password access to various levels of information.
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2.13
2.14
AUTOMATIC CUT DEPTH AND AUTO INFEED (ACD)
A.
The control system shall allow the machine to determine the number of cutting
passes required to true the wheelset and at what depth each pass should be taken.
B.
The system shall automatically feed the cutters for each pass. Worn wheel
information (wheel wear data) shall be capable of being transferred to the control
system by of the following means, as selected by the machine operator:
1.
Measurements from wheel sets on the vehicle, as determined by the
mechanical wear gage furnished with the machine, are manually entered
by the operator; or
2.
The wheel wear data is measured and transferred automatically to the
control system by means of the Manufacturer-supplied integral Electronic
Wheel Profile Gauge; or
3.
Provide USB and serial interfaces to external electronic wheel
measurement gauge.
C.
If equal diameters of all wheelsets on any one (1) vehicle are required, the
machine control shall determine the required metal removal for each wheelset
from the worn wheel measurements taken prior to machining. The worn wheel
measurement information shall be put into the machine control in the sequence of
wheelset machining. The machine control shall then inform the operator of each
step to be taken.
D.
When cutting is complete, the cutters shall automatically withdraw and traverse to
the set-up position. The spindle drives and drive rollers shall automatically shutoff and the machine shall remain in a safe "idle" condition until the operator is
ready to proceed with machining the next wheelset.
E.
Provide an Emergency Tool Retract feature to stop the cutters and drive rollers
and automatically lower the cutters, in case of an emergency or overload situation.
F.
System software shall store parameters for multiple vehicle types, and allow
operator to select among them via the user interface and touch screen.
QUICK-CHANGE CUTTER ASSEMBLY SYSTEM (QCS)
A.
Provide a QCS Cutting System consisting of a curvic-coupling, gear-arrangement
attached to each cutter head with a mating curvic-coupling on each machine
spindle.
B.
Exchange of the machine set of cutter assemblies (having worn inserts) with the
spare set of cutter assemblies (having new or indexed inserts) shall be possible
within five (5) minutes.
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C.
2.15
Provide a machine set and spare set of QCS cutters. This, in conjunction with the
ACD Program, shall effectively eliminate machine downtime required for indexing
the cutters.
ACCESSORY EQUIPMENT
A.
Chip Disposal System
1.
The chip conveyor shall be an enclosed transport system to collect and
remove milling chips from the Wheel Truing Machine pit and transport them
to a chip container located as indicated on the drawings. See
ATTACHMENT W. 4 – DESIGN DRAWINGS included in this solicitation.
2.
The conveyor shall consist of a continuous abrasive-resistant special alloy
steel chain with attached blades welded to the chain to transport the chips
through a sealed pipe.
3.
The chain speed shall be sufficient to carry the volume of chips generated
by the wheel profiling operation from the bottom of the pit to discharge into
a container.
4.
Conveyor shall be electrically interlocked to automatically start and stop,
with an appropriate delay, with the Wheel Truing Machine cutters. The
conveyor shall also have a manual control for use when the Wheel Truing
Machine is not running.
5.
Control switches shall be integrated into the Wheel Truing Machine Main
Control Station.
6.
Special reinforced curved pipe sections with reinforced magnesium steel
lining with a minimum Brinnell hardness of three hundred and sixty (360)
shall be provided for all changes in direction of the conveyor piping.
7.
Provide access pipe sections adjacent to all major pipe directional changes
and at approximately fifty (50) foot intervals in straight runs.
8.
Provide pipe supports as required by the conveyor manufacturer for all
piping runs and support of the conveyor discharge.
9.
The conveyor discharge shall be equipped with an oscillating chip chute to
evenly distribute the chips into a 5 CY container. Coordinate the
configuration of the conveyor discharge with the container to be provided
by VRE’s scrap metal vendor.
10.
The Wheel Truing Machine manufacturer shall coordinate the layout and
provide the required design information to the conveyor manufacturer as it
relates to the machine and installation of the conveyor.
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11.
The conveyor shall be manufactured by the following manufacturer or
approved equal:
LNS Turbo
203 Turbo Drive
King Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 739-7111
www.lns-america.com
B.
C.
D.
Pit Stairs and Grating
1.
Provide heavy duty open steel bar grating walking surfaces, steel
stairways with non-slip (grip-strut or equal) steel bar grating treads, steel
handrails and supports for operators working in the pit. All walking
surfaces shall be covered with non-slip silica grit. Wire mesh grating is not
acceptable for walking surfaces.
2.
Provide heavy duty open steel grating, flush with the top of rails, between
the approach rails from the face of the pit wall to the machine.
3.
Provide removable sections of grating as required to access equipment
below the grating such as heaters, sump pumps and chip removal system.
4.
Steel bar grating shall be galvanized and design for minimum one hundred
twenty-five (125) PSF loading and deflection under maximum load not to
exceed 1/8”.
5.
Provide solid steel stairways leading into all four (4) corners of the pit from
the shop floor. These shall have solid steel treads and risers so that no
debris can collect behind the stairway structure. Treads shall be diamond
plate steel with non-slip grit surface on all treads.
Miscellaneous Accessories
1.
Provide LED task lighting for the machining areas, control panels and any
other critical locations within the pit area that need lighting for the proper
operation of the machine.
2.
Provide two (2) of each specialized tool required for maintenance and/or
adjustment of the Wheel Truing Machine or any provided component.
Car Progression System
1.
The Wheel Truing Machine control shall be coordinated with the operation
of the car progression system also being furnished and installed by the
Manufacturer.
2.
The car progression system shall have the capacity to move a locomotive
or passenger coach having a total weight up to one hundred sixty-eight
(168) tons.
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E.
3.
The car progression system shall attach to a suitable point on the
locomotive or coach being moved.
4.
Provide hook(s) or other suitable device that will securely attach to the
locomotive or coach without causing distortion or other damage to the
vehicle when pulling.
5.
The car progression system shall operate by means of drum-type winch,
driven through a gear reducer and AC electric motor.
a.
The car progression winch, gearbox and motor shall be factorymounted to a painted skid/framework and arranged for ease of
maintenance access.
b.
Rotating parts, such as shafts, shall be shielded for safety.
c.
Motor shall be sized for specified performance, but not less than
fifteen (15) H.P.
6.
The car progression system shall have a remotely-controlled air-operated
clutch to engage and disengage the winch for precise positioning of the
locomotive or coach over the machine center.
7.
Provide blocks (pulleys) as necessary to change direction of the synthetic
rope, given that the winch drive shall be located adjacent to the wheel
truing track (refer to Drawings).
8.
Control: The drive motor and air-operated clutch shall be controlled by the
machine operator from the Main Control Station.
9.
Operational Safety: The car progression system shall utilize a synthetic
rope (DuPont KEVLAR or approved equal) that does not produce a “snapback” in the event of breakage, but instead simply falls to the floor.
10.
The entire car progression system provided and installed by the
Manufacturer shall be mounted in a pit, so that open grating covering the
car progression system is flush with the shop floor. Open grating, minimum
H20 capacity structural loading, shall be provided by the Construction
Contractor. The grating shall be anchored to the shop floor.
Universal Cutter Alignment Maintenance Station
1.
Provide two (2) units to check re-assembled cutters to identify high or low
cutter blades, worn cutter blades, out-of-tolerance carbide insert
diameters, burrs and/or chips lodged between cutter blades and cutter
body slots. The alignment stations shall also identify possible cutter
problems upon re-assembly of the cutters.
2.
These units permit the operator to accurately inspect, qualify and index the
worn carbide cutting inserts when the cutters are removed from the
machine. In conjunction with the ACD Program, the operator shall be able
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to continue to operate the Wheel Truing Machine in the automatic mode
while performing these maintenance checks on the spare set of cutter
assemblies.
F.
G.
Electronic Wheel Profile Gauge
1.
Provide an electronic wheel profile gauge to automatically enter precise
wheel data measurements into the Control System.
2.
The total cut depth to restore the profile is determined by the AAR Finger
Gauge reading. The "automatic cut depth" feature shall allow the entry of
finger gauge readings of one wheelset or of all the wheelsets of the vehicle.
The computer shall calculate the best cutting depth combination and also
control the "automatic infeed" of the cutters.
Consumable Parts
Deliver to VRE the following consumable parts at the completion of this
project.
CONSUMABLE PART LIST
Mechanical Consumable Parts – Routine Maintenance
Item
Description
Quantity
No.
1
Code 700 Stanray Insert Nut (short)
200
2
Code 700 Stanray Insert Bolt
200
3
Code 700 Insert- Tapered
200
H.
Deliver to VRE a price list for the following recommended spare parts during shop
drawing review. VRE shall have the opportunity to purchase any spare part on this
list, at the indicated price, within one (1) year of project completion.
Item No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
Recommended Spare Parts List
Description
Mechanical Spare Parts – Routine Maintenance
Code: 700 Stanray Insert Nut (short)
Code: 700 Stanray Insert Bolt
Code: 700 Insert - Tapered
Insert, Tapered
Drive Roller, 8-1/4 IN DIA per Item
Shaft, Idler Roller, 3 IN DIA X 5
Bearing, Outboard, w/ High Temp
Clutch, Center Feed, 3-1/2 IN DIA X
Clutch, Machine Elevating, as per
Collar, Set SCR, 1-1/2 IN Bore,
Spring, Elevating Clutch as per
Cylinder, Clutch, 1-1/2 DIA Bore X
Hydraulic cylinder, idler roller,
Idler Roller, Assembly 3 IN X 6 IN
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200
200
200
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
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Item No.
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
Recommended Spare Parts List (continued)
Description
Electrical Spare Parts – Routine Maintenance
ELEC, Cable, 3W Prox, 15 FT Right
ELEC, Lever, 1 1/2 IN Straight, 3/4
ELEC, Lever, 1 1/2 - 3 1/2 IN
ELEC, Switch, Limit, DPDT-Double
ELEC, Switch, Limit, SPDT, Top
ELEC, Switch, Proximity, M18 X 1
ELEC, Pushbutton, 2-Position
ELEC, Pushbutton, Flush Green,
ELEC, Pushbutton, Flush Red,
ELEC, Pushbutton, Raised (Extended)
ELEC, Pushbutton, Raised (Extended)
ELEC, Switch, 2-Pos (M, M)
ELEC, Switch, 2-Pos (M, S)
ELEC, Switch, 3-Pos (M, M, M)
ELEC, Switch, 3-Pos (S ,M, M)
ELEC, Switch, 3-Pos (S, M, S)
ELEC, Switch, 3-Pos (S, M, S)
ELEC, Base, Bracket Connection, w/
ELEC, LED, Green, 24 V DC Steady
ELEC, LED, Red, 24 V DC Steady On,
ELEC, Potentiometer Unit, 4.7K
ELEC, Lamp Holder, 24 V DC, Green
ELEC, Lamp Holder, 24 V DC, Red
ELEC, Lamp Holder, 110 V AC, Green
ELEC, Block, 1 NC Contact for
ELEC, Block, 1 NO Contact for
ELEC, Block, 2 NC Contacts for
ELEC, Block, 2 NO Contacts for
ELEC, Pushbutton, Twin On/Off
ELEC, Module, IM151-8 PN/DP CPU for
ELEC, Module, 24V Simatic DP Power,
ELEC, Module, Digital 8-Input, 24 V
ELEC, Module, Digital 4-Output,
ELEC, Module, Analog 2-Input High
ELEC, Module, Counter, 1 SSI
ELEC, Connector, Simatic 2X2
ELEC, Connector, Simatic 2X4
ELEC, Module, Digital 8 Source
ELEC, ELEC, Switch, 3-Position (S,
ELEC, Block, 1 NO Contact for
ELEC, Module, Counter, 24 V/100KHZ,
ELEC, Module, Simatic PN HF
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Quantity
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
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2.16
2.17
2.18
COMPRESSED AIR
A.
Downstream of the Construction Contractor-installed utility connection point inside
the pit, provide a discharge pressure relief valve to regulate pressure of shopsupplied compressed air to Manufacturer’s air pressure requirements. Provide
filter and lubricator if required by Manufacturer’s design.
B.
Construction Contractor shall furnish and install safety shutdown devices
including, but not limited to, low oil pressure and high oil temperature devices, as
part of the overall shop compressed air system installation. Safety valves shall be
installed by Construction Contractor on the compressor and the air receiver.
Construction Contractor and Manufacturer shall furnish and install isolation valves
in the piping in the areas applicable to their respective scopes of work.
C.
Construction Contractor and Manufacturer shall furnish and install vibration
isolation to the structure and piping in the areas applicable to their respective
scopes of work.
D.
Provide an automatic drain valve at the low point of the compressed air system in
the pit to allow for purging of water and oil.
PIPE, FITTINGS, VALVES AND ACCESSORIES
A.
Provide compressed air piping as required.
B.
Provide piping, fittings, valves, connections, etc., of a type and size in accordance
with approved shop drawings and installation instructions that will properly
interface with the piped services.
C.
All piping, valves, fittings, conduits, and wiring required for the equipment
installation shall be in accordance with requirements specified in Contract
documents and approved shop drawings.
D.
Design and provide all interconnecting piping sized for the flow rates as indicated.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
A.
A single electrical service operating at 480 V/3PH/60 HZ shall be supplied by the
Construction Contractor to the equipment main electrical panel, with conduit sizes
and amperage rating in accordance with Manufacturer’s shop drawings. The
Manufacturer shall provide transformers operation of the system. Two (2) separate
120 V/1 PH/ 60 HZ power supplies shall be provided for the machine indicating
lights.
B.
The Manufacturer shall provide transformers as required to step down the
specified supply voltage to provide low voltage for controls and accessories and to
provide voltage compatible with equipment as required.
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C.
Enclosures exposed to wet conditions: NEMA 4X stainless steel. Enclosures
within the building: NEMA 12 type.
D.
Provide grounding devices to accommodate connection of the equipment to the
existing building grounding system. Ground all equipment by means of a conduit
ground according to NEC Article 250. The grounding conductor shall have green
insulation.
E.
Provide each individual motor circuit with branch circuit overcurrent protection in
all phases using multiple circuit breakers.
F.
Equipment, including all non-embedded conduits, shall be totally wired by the
equipment manufacturer up to and including the main disconnect switch.
G.
Use liquid tight flexible metal conduit connections to motor terminal boxes, dry type
transformers, and equipment subject to movement or vibration.
H.
Identify wiring by a wire tag with a number corresponding to the wiring diagram.
I.
Provide transformers to step down the 480V 3-phase supply voltage to lower
required voltages and single phase for controls and accessories.
J.
The maximum control voltage shall be 120 V.
K.
Maximum current shall not to exceed that specified by NEC for the type of
conductor.
L.
Provide unfused disconnect switches, motor starters and start-stop control stations
for all equipment.
M.
Provide electrical switches in compliance with NEC, equipment design
requirements, and the electrical power circuit design for each piece of equipment.
N.
Wiring: 12 GA minimum; all bus work and windings shall be copper.
O.
Electrical control cabinet shall meet the specifications for an electrical enclosure
with NEMA 12/13 standards. Included in the cabinet shall be a main disconnect
switch along with all fuses, motor starters, relays and terminals.
P.
The electronic diameter readout equipment shall be self-contained in an enclosure
mounted on a pendant. The computer shall be housed in a dustproof and aircooled enclosure.
Q.
All motors shall be totally enclosed, fan cooled (TEFC) to provide the required
operational reliability in any operating environment.
R.
Starters, controllers, disconnect switches and start-stop stations shall be provided
for all equipment. Correct sizing of starters and disconnect switches shall be joint
responsibility of the Construction Contractor and the equipment or apparatus
Manufacturer.
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1.
Electrical enclosures shall be NEMA 12 for indoor units above the rail and
NEMA 4 for outdoor and below the rail indoors units unless otherwise
Indicated.
2.
Starters shall be complete with two (2) sets of auxiliary contacts; one set
normally open; one set normally closed.
3.
For motors 25 HP or greater provide autotransformer type reduced voltage
starters unless otherwise Indicated.
S.
Control devices necessary for proper operation shall be provided and shall be
located to permit efficient operation of the equipment, and where possible shall be
ground in a factory fabricated NEMA approved control panel complying with
requirements Indicated.
T.
Switches, lights, and control functions shall be identified with legend plates. The
plates shall be constructed of polyvinyl chloride material of laminated multiple
constructions, and engraved with appropriate legends. The legend plates,
including size of letters, colors, and legend shall be submitted to the Engineer for
approval. The legend plates shall be mounted on the equipment in an approved
manner. No decals will be accepted.
U.
Permanently label all equipment items including but not limited to switches,
starters, controllers, and start-stop stations with engraved PVC labels with
minimum 1 inch high lettering to identify corresponding equipment items.
V.
Wiring shall be provided for complete installation of all equipment and accessories
and shall be adequate for proper operation of equipment.
W.
Wire and cable for light, power, and control circuits shall conform to those specified
in the National Electrical Code. In no case shall maximum current carried exceed
that specified by National Electrical Code for type of conductor used. Provide
conduit where required; all wiring and conduit shall be in accordance with the
requirements of National Electric Code.
X.
Make connection to secondary side of disconnect switch and provide all wiring and
conduit with supports from this point, including wiring to controller and starters.
Y.
Wire harnesses shall be used to the greatest extent possible.
Z.
Provide conduit where required; all wiring and conduit shall be in accordance with
the following requirements:
1.
Minimum conduit size permissible shall be ¾ inch.
2.
All wires shall be properly insulated and all conduit edges shall be protected
to prevent wire chafing.
3.
All wiring for the controls and motors shall be coordinated for use of type
MTW, THWN, and THHN standard wire.
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2.19
2.20
4.
Conduit: Supply rigid galvanized steel conduit, or liquid tight flexible metal
conduit. Liquid tight flexible metal conduit shall be used in lengths not
exceeding 6 feet.
5.
Identify wiring by a wire tag with a number corresponding to the wiring
diagram.
6.
Control Wiring Conductors: Not less than #14 AWG, strand copper, 600
volt insulated, water and oil resistant.
7.
Power Wiring Conductors: Not less than #12 AWG or larger as required
for power wiring.
8.
All bus work and windings shall be copper.
GASKETS AND FASTENERS
A.
Provide new gaskets wherever gasketed mating equipment items or pipe
connections have been dismantled.
B.
Replace all assembly bolts, studs, nuts, and fasteners of any kind, which are bent,
flattened, corroded, or have their threads, heads or slots damaged.
C.
Furnish all bolts, studs, nuts, and other fasteners for make-up of all connections to
equipment and replace any of these items damaged in storage, shipment or
moving.
Bolts shall comply with applicable SAE requirements including
Manufacturer’s identification and certification of testing.
D.
All torque fasteners shall be torque-marked.
HOLES, OPENINGS, AND INSERTS
A.
Provide holes and openings in floors and walls as required, coordinating work with
Construction Contractor constructing the Facility.
B.
Core drill holes in existing work using dustless method. Grout in holes in concrete
walls, floor, and roof slabs after installation of equipment, and leave them in a
completely neat and sealed condition.
C.
Install concrete inserts and flashing as required.
D.
Modifications with Structural Implications:
1.
Do not perform any work that will alter existing structural elements unless it
is shown on the Facility Drawings or proposed alterations have been
approved in writing by the Architect.
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2.
E.
2.21
2.22
Structural elements include, but are not limited to, the following: Steel
beams and columns, structural masonry walls, reinforced concrete slabs.
Provide sealing and flashing for all penetrations through exterior walls.
CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS
A.
Construction Contractor shall provide anchor bolts as required for equipment to be
mounted. Manufacturer shall provide data for anchor bolts including material,
diameter and length of embedment.
B.
Provide grouting as necessary to stabilize equipment bases to concrete
foundations.
C.
Provide hard rubber shims and dampening pads as required for leveling of
equipment and dampening of equipment vibration transmission.
MOTORS AND DRIVES
A.
B.
Motors
1.
Motors shall be high efficiency makes, each bearing the UL label and
constructed to standard of NEMA, IEEE, ANSI, and ABMA.
2.
Motors shall be suitable for operation on the electrical service Indicated.
3.
Horsepower ratings and sizes shall be selected at 40° C ambient
temperature for open motors, with service factor of 1.15 for open motors
and unity for service factor for totally enclosed or drip-proof motors.
Provide motors with epoxy encapsulated for severe usage in a corrosive
atmosphere.
4.
Motors rated one (1) horsepower or greater shall have a full-load power
factor of eighty-five percent (85%) percent or higher. Motors rated 25 HP
and over shall be designed for reduced voltage starting.
5.
Installation instructions shall have details regarding correct rotation and
alignment of motor shafts. Motors shall include identification of the correct
direction of rotation.
6.
The motors shall be protected by overload devices to permit operation
within their rating under all design load conditions. Provide each individual
motor circuit with branch circuit over current protection in all three (3)
phases.
Drives
1.
Guards shall be provided for each coupling and belt drive in conformance
with applicable codes.
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2.
Belt drives shall have adjustable motor drive pulleys.
3.
Belt drives shall be adjusted and work belts replaced in sets. Speed
adjustment shall be subject to approval of the Engineer.
4.
Provide sliding motor bases where adjustable motor drive pulleys are
provided.
C.
Motors and drives shall be checked carefully for correct rotation and alignment
before placing equipment into operation.
D.
Couplings shall be disconnected and realigned before placing into service or
testing.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.01
3.02
3.03
PREPARATION
A.
Transmit submittals and deliverables as Indicated.
B.
Furnish products as Indicated.
C.
Inspect pits, embeds and utility connections and notify Engineer if corrections are
needed prior to equipment installation.
FABRICATION
A.
Fabrication shall be in accordance with all requirements specified and approved
shop drawings.
B.
Fabricate equipment from newly manufactured materials, products, and
components. Do not utilize used, refurbished, or remanufactured materials,
products, or components. Surfaces shall not be warped (unless by design) and
free of dents and distortions.
C.
Pre-assemble units to greatest extent feasible for shipping. Grind exposed welds
flush. Remove all sharp edges.
D.
Field check for clearance and interferences before fabrication and relocate
material and equipment furnished as required (if approved by the Engineer) to
eliminate interferences.
PRE-SHIPMENT INSPECTION AND TESTING
A.
Pre-shipment inspection and testing shall be performed at the Manufacturer’s
factory to determine conformance with the requirements in the specifications as
Indicated and as follows:
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1.
Prior to painting the equipment, the Manufacturer shall make the equipment
ready for a comprehensive pre-shipment inspection and testing by the
Engineer.
2.
The equipment shall be laid-out in its final configuration to the extent
possible to allow for all performance and functionality to be observed before
shipment. The winch system shall not be included in this test.
3.
The pre-shipment inspection shall also allow for confirmation of compliance
with all documentation submitted to the Engineer.
4.
The Manufacturer shall prepare and submit for the Engineer’s approval a
schedule and comprehensive procedure for functional testing and
inspection. The submittal shall be submitted for review and approved not
less than four (4) weeks prior to the start of the pre-shipment inspection
and testing and shall include step by step procedures, pass/fail criteria, all
referenced documentation, and any other information necessary to perform
one successful demonstration of the equipment’s operation and
performance. At a minimum the pre-shipment inspection and testing shall
demonstrate:
a.
Equipment performs the work for which it is intended.
b.
Ability of the control logic to protect the mechanical and electrical
equipment from common operator and other types of errors and
problems shall be verified.
c.
All safety features, including the hold-downs.
d.
Basic functions of the equipment.
e.
Verify that the finished cut meets the Engineer’s specified profile
using calibrated hand gage and the machine’s electronic
measuring.
5.
The Manufacturer shall bear all expenses of all tests, including the
furnishing of all necessary instruments, lubricants, hydraulic fluids, test
weights, supplies, data recorders, and operating personnel. VRE will
provide any vehicle components, other than calibrated/test wheelsets,
required for the tests. The Manufacturer shall provide shipping of required
vehicle components to and from the VRE facility and the location of the
tests.
6.
Any issues or discrepancies identified during the pre-shipment inspection
and testing shall be documented in a written report, prepared by the
Manufacturer, detailing the issues or discrepancies identified and the
Manufacturer’s proposed corrective actions. This report shall be submitted
to the Engineer within two (2) weeks after the completion of the preshipment inspection and testing and the Manufacturer must obtain
approval from the Engineer before corrective actions may be implemented.
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All issues or discrepancies identified shall be resolved before the
equipment is shipped to the VRE jobsite.
3.04
3.05
PAINTING
A.
Paint all non-stainless steel and galvanized metal component parts, except
electrical connections and machined surfaces. Prepare all surfaces to be painted
as recommended by the paint manufacturer.
B.
Primer: Compatible with finish; applied in two (2) coats.
C.
Finish: Dupont IMRON 333, or approved equal; color selected by the Engineer
from Manufacturer’s standard color palette.
D.
Field paint equipment, including touch-up painting, if any, prior to acceptance of
the equipment. Provide one (1) gallon of matching touch-up paint.
E.
Where factory finishes are provided on equipment and no additional field painting
is specified, all marred or damaged surfaces shall be touched up or refinished so
as to leave a smooth, uniform finish at the time of final inspection.
DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A.
It is the responsibility of the Manufacturer to deliver equipment to the jobsite of the
equipment installation, to provide any off-site storage of equipment required during
the Contract duration until ready for delivery/installation. A weekly storage charge
shall be included in ATTACHMENT W.7 – BID FORM included in this solicitation
and for any protection and handling of the equipment.
B.
Pre-assemble system to greatest extent possible to minimize field assembly.
Disassemble only as necessary for shipping and handling limitations. Clearly mark
units for re-assembly and coordinated installation. Re-assemble on jobsite
according to installation instructions.
C.
Equipment and components shall be suitably crated to prevent damage in transit
or during handling. Items shall be carefully stored as required in a manner to avoid
misalignment or distortion, and shall be adequately protected against damage by
weather, construction exposure or other cause. Any items damaged during
delivery, storage, or handling, shall be repaired to the Engineer’s satisfaction or
replaced at the Manufacturer’s expense.
D.
Special precautions shall be taken to prevent damage to electrical components
such as motors, controls and conductors.
E.
All materials shall be delivered to the jobsite with their original manufacturer’s
markings and identification intact. The Engineer will reject materials that are
damaged, improperly identified, or not in conformance with reviewed shop
drawings and catalog cuts.
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F.
G.
H.
3.06
The Manufacturer shall protect equipment during storage and prior to start-up,
which shall include covering of openings, protection against rust and other
damage. Equipment may not be stored outdoors.
1.
Manufacturer shall be responsible for safe storage/staging of the
equipment during installation.
2.
Damage to equipment caused by negligence of Manufacturer’s forces shall
be compensated by the Manufacturer; Damage to equipment caused by
negligence of the Construction Contractor’s forces shall be compensated
by the Construction Contractor.
The Manufacturer shall be responsible for storing the equipment at its facility or at
a Bonded Warehouse until such time that it is required for installation within the
LOU Facility.
1.
Coordinate with Construction Contractor regarding schedule for delivery
and installation.
2.
Construction Contractor shall be responsible for off-site storage charges
that result from a postponement of delivery due to Construction Contractor
delays.
Upon completion of work, leave the jobsite and premises in good order. This
includes removal of manufacturer-owned materials, and shipping and packaging
materials used in support of delivery of the equipment.
INSTALLATION
A.
It shall be the Manufacturer’s responsibility to assure that all information regarding
the scheduling, delivery, and preparations necessary for setting up the equipment
to be supplied under this Technical Specifications Section is coordinated with the
Construction Contractor and reviewed by the Engineer prior to delivery.
B.
Details listed in these Technical Specifications are given for a better understanding
of the work required by the Manufacturer, and do not place a limitation on the
amount of work to be done nor do they relieve the Manufacturer of additional work
that may be required for a complete installation.
C.
Pre-Installation Conference: VRE, the Construction Contractor and the
Manufacturer shall meet at least one (1) week in advance of the scheduled date
for installation of the equipment, and after submittals have been approved. The
requirements for the equipment installation and conditions which could possibly
interfere with successful performance of the work will be reviewed at this time. All
individuals concerned with the equipment installation, or required to coordinate
with it or to protect it thereafter, are required to attend the conference.
D.
Installation of the equipment shall be performed in accordance with the equipment
Manufacturer’s recommendations and instructions of the on-site representative.
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E.
On Site Representative: Provide the services of a manufacturer’s field service
representative who is thoroughly familiar with all equipment, its installation and
operation to assist and advise as follows:
1.
Coordination: The field service representative shall coordinate the
installation procedure to ensure an orderly progression of equipment
installation.
2.
Installation: Interface with and advise the Construction Contractor during
the construction of the foundation/pit. Such assistance shall include
participation in meetings to review the installation instructions and
observing, coordinating and advising during embedment and anchor
installation, and when it has been determined that the pit, concrete
equipment foundations, embedments, and incoming utilities are properly
installed and ready to receive the equipment, so certifying.
3.
For pricing purposes relating to coordination meetings for foundation/pit,
assume two (2) in-person site visits (one (1) day each) and a total of eight
(8) hours of video- or tele-conference.
4.
The Wheel Truing Machine manufacturer's field service representative
shall be on site, for a minimum of two (2) days, to supervise/approve of the
locations of embedded items listed in paragraph 1.03H.1. including all
embedments, pipes and conduits related to the wheel truing machine, prior
to placing in concrete.
F.
Provide lifting eyes or other mechanism to facilitate material handling for all
equipment over one hundred (100) LBS.
G.
Protect all joints, connections, and contacts between dissimilar metals from
galvanic action.
H.
Support pipe and conduit at intervals not exceeding ten (10) feet and at all bends
greater than forty-five (45) degrees.
I.
Furnish common and skilled labor, tools, rigging equipment, scaffolding, shims,
and other materials necessary to make complete installation of equipment
indicated.
J.
All personnel provided by the Manufacturer during the course of the Contract that
require access to VRE’s property shall be Railroad Safety Trained (RST) through
mandatory completion of the VRE Roadway Worker Protection Class, and wear
required personal protective equipment and company photo ID at all times while
on the property.
K.
Receive, unload, check, and store equipment in suitable facilities. All equipment
should be kept clean, dry, and free from damage and be marked and tagged with
equipment item numbers.
L.
Examine equipment for concealed damage and report any damage.
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3.07
3.08
M.
Be responsible for safety and protection from loss or damage of equipment
received until work is complete.
N.
Pay demurrage charges and claims for damage resulting from unloading
operations.
O.
Reassemble equipment items that were dismantled for shipment or moving.
Assemble items that are delivered knocked down, or disassembled.
P.
Coordinate the installation of equipment with the Construction Contractor
constructing the facility.
Q.
Install equipment in accordance with approved installation instructions and
approved shop drawings.
R.
Provide grout, shim material and miscellaneous steel necessary for brackets,
anchors, or supports required in installation of equipment.
S.
Accomplish field machining that might be required to fit equipment together or to
install equipment.
T.
Lubricate apparatus before start-up.
U.
Field check for clearance and interferences before fabrication or installation and
relocate material and equipment furnished as required to eliminate interferences.
V.
Perform mechanical and electrical work required to install the equipment in
accordance with the requirements of the jurisdictional authorities and the current
applicable codes and standards of practice employed by these trades.
SETTING AND ALIGNING EQUIPMENT
A.
Equipment shall be set and aligned in accordance with Manufacturer’s instructions,
approved shop drawings and applicable standards of trade practice.
B.
Equipment shall be set true and level. Demonstrate adequate leveling of installed
equipment.
C.
Retighten bolted connections after installation.
CLEANING AND PROTECTION
A.
Clean fabricated assemblies and equipment items thoroughly before and after
operating and testing.
B.
Protect equipment from damage, deterioration, paint or coating spills or spots,
corrosion, or harm from any source.
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3.09
EQUIPMENT TEST AND CHECKOUT
A.
A minimum of one (1) month prior to the anticipated date of the Acceptance Test,
submit an acceptance test procedure to the Engineer for approval. The test should
not be scheduled until the procedure conforms with review comments.
B.
The program shall show that the equipment meets all of the conditions described
by this specification.
C.
Final acceptance testing shall be performed in the presence of the Engineer and
demonstrated to the Engineer’s satisfaction to be correctly connected, functioning
and installed. A written record shall be kept of the functional testing and submitted
to the Engineer before the final acceptance test can be scheduled
D.
The Operation and Maintenance Manuals shall be submitted and approved by the
Engineer before the acceptance test can be performed.
E.
Testing and checkout procedures of the Manufacturer shall be carried out
completely.
F.
The final acceptance tests shall not only be performed to demonstrate that the
equipment has been properly installed and connected and operates properly but
also to demonstrate that the equipment performs the work for which it is intended.
It shall also demonstrate the operation of all pertinent safety devices including but
not limited to the operations of limit switches and warning devices.
G.
Tested equipment found to be defective or inoperable to any extent shall be
reported to the Engineer immediately.
H.
Any operating difficulty or defective item shall be repaired or replaced and put into
proper operation by the Manufacturer immediately, at no additional expense to
VRE.
I.
Protect equipment and surrounding areas from damage resulting from testing
operations. Clean-up spills or leakage from testing.
J.
All materials for acceptance testing shall be provided by the Manufacturer with the
exception of VRE’s rail vehicles, and/or major vehicle components.
K.
Manufacturer shall bear all expenses of all tests, including the furnishing of all
necessary instruments, lubricants, hydraulic fluids, supplies, data recorders, and
operating personnel. Provide and bear all expenses for fuel/power required to
operate the equipment during the tests.
L.
VRE will provide all pertinent railroad vehicle and/or components required for
acceptance testing.
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M.
3.10
3.11
At the sole discretion of the Engineer, the Manufacturer shall be required to repeat
any test at no additional cost to VRE. Reasons for repeating a test include, but
are not limited to:
1.
Software or hardware malfunction, alarm or shut-down during any part of
the test.
2.
Test results/data not accurately recorded. This includes failure of video
equipment, if utilized to record the test.
N.
The Engineer shall determine final acceptance of the installed equipment.
O.
Conformed copies of the acceptance test procedure shall be available at the start
of acceptance testing.
P.
At three (3) and again at six (6) months after acceptance of the Wheel Truing
Machine, the Manufacturer’s qualified representative shall perform a complete
inspection and submit a written report detailing any abnormalities that may exist
and instruct VRE personnel in the proper repair and adjustments required. This
effort shall include a minimum of eight (8) hours of instruction.
START-UP AND INSTRUCTIONS
A.
Unless otherwise specified, all lubricants, cleaning compounds and similar
operating materials shall be furnished by the Manufacturer during instruction of
VRE’s personnel.
B.
After all equipment and systems have been installed, connected and tested,
proceed with the instruction of VRE’s personnel in the operation and maintenance
of equipment. Provide sufficient personnel to adequately complement personnel
made available by VRE.
C.
During this period, provide qualified representatives for instruction of VRE’s
personnel in operation and maintenance of the equipment.
TRAINING:
Manufacturer shall submit for review a program to train VRE personnel to operate
and maintain the equipment. Following installation, the Manufacturer shall, at the
convenience of VRE, conduct the approved program, a minimum of eighty (80)
hours, for training operating and maintenance personnel.
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Topic
A.
B.
C.
D.
Material
Orientation
1.
Equipment Introduction
Hands-on
2.
Railroad Manual Briefing
O & M Manual
Maintenance
1.
Daily Preventive
Inspection Checklist
2.
Weekly Preventive
Inspection Checklist
3.
Monthly Preventive
Inspection Checklist
4.
Semi-Annual Preventive
Inspection Checklist
Trouble Shooting
1.
System Control Logic
Trouble Shooting Guide
2.
Electrical Systems
Trouble Shooting Guide
3.
Compressed Air Systems
Trouble Shooting Guide
4.
Car Progression System
Trouble Shooting Guide
5.
Chip Removal System
Trouble Shooting Guide
Operation
1.
2.
Operating Requirements
Program Selection
Hands-On
Hands-On
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