Successful Industrial Workstation Application in China Railway -- Power Monitoring and Control by the AWS-842

Advantech's IPPC/AWS series of automation products are designed to withstand harsh environments such as shock, vibration and extreme temperatures. For this application, the AWS-842 is applied in train monitoring and control systems to scan the power systems and the assorted connected devices in real-time. With this system, trains can travel with ensured stability and safety.

Requirements
	Two-level control- individual coach control level and whole train control level
	Real-time monitoring of power system and facilities, measuring and recording parameters, then establishing a database and making prompt analyses for feedback to a central control unit

Solution Features
The system consists of the central console, individual coach console, train data bus, coach data bus and on-site I/O. The AWS-842TB/DC24V is integrated into the train-level monitoring and control system. From the central console, the status of coach can be centrally monitored and controlled.

Solution Benefits
	Improve train's operating efficiency, stability and security
	Versatile communication principles
	System openness and scalability to other systems

Contact Information
For more product information, visit our website at http://www.advantech.com.tw/products/aws-842.asp