Traction Rail
Background
We collaborated with Traction Rail to implement sustainable and efficient lighting solutions for various railway projects.
The partnership aimed to address the unique challenges posed by rail environments while meeting the stringent safety requirements set by Network Rail.
Challenge
The unique requirements of each phase, such as the trackside and car park installations, demanded a tailored solution that could address diverse needs. The new lighting solution needed to be easy to deploy, cost-effective to run, and provide reliable year round lighting.
Ensuring the installation works had minimal environmental impact. The solution also needed to be environmentally sustainable and significantly reduce carbon emissions. Meeting Network Rail’s standards and specifications for the proposed lighting solutions.
The Solution
Products — In Action
- After a site visit, we developed a full lighting design and proposal, ensuring the new site lighting would reach the British lighting standards required.
- First Phase – Trackside: The initial phase focused on trackside lighting, utilising our AE6 200W solar panels paired with 20W lights mounted on mid-hinge columns. The project included lighting design services which provided valuable information to support Traction Rail in the installation process conducted by their contractor.
- Second Phase – Train Station Car Park in Clapham: The second phase involved the installation of our AE6 150W solar panels with 15W LED lights in the car park of the Clapham train station. This phase featured a mix of heavy duty and standard columns, with additional column guards for protection. We provided comprehensive lighting design services and handled the installation, deploying the AE6 units.
Products — Feature
- Our AE6 is a high quality, year round, permanent solar-powered LED street light with no need for mains electrical power.
- They can be fitted or retrofitted for quick and easy installation. There is no need to install cables or dig trenches.
- Fully solar powered – no carbon emissions, no noise, no electricity bills and less maintenance required.
- The AE6 features a smart controller and Passive Infra Red (PIR) sensor, ensuring the unit lasts from dusk to dawn – even throughout the darkest winter months.
The Result
Prolectric and Traction Rail implemented a multi-faceted approach to address the challenges.
- Bespoke Lighting Design: We provided detailed lighting design services tailored to each phase, ensuring optimal lighting while meeting safety standards.
- Product Selection and Modification: Our AE6 units were selected for their energy efficiency and reliability. Modifications were made to meet specific rail health and safety requirements.
- Installation: We handled the installation process for the car park phase, ensuring seamless deployment of the solar lighting solutions.
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What our clients have to say
QinetiQ has a target of becoming Net-Zero with ambitious near-term GHG reduction targets. To assist, Prolectric assessed our lighting needs, developed a detailed plan and installed over 129 solar street lights and bollards at our HQ. The lights are bright and reliable, improving health and safety. The lighting is high quality and robust in harsh weather. All lighting so far has required minimal maintenance and been well received by our company and tenants.
Simon Homer
Project Manager, QinetiQ
I was familiar with the off-grid benefits of Prolectric solar lighting from previous trials, so I knew using the ProTemps at Euston would mean reliable site illumination without mains electricity, saving on utility charges. As the site is near a residential estate, it was important to reduce impacts such as noise. My role at Skanska is to promote renewable equipment – solar-powered alternatives help reduce environmental impacts and save on project costs.
Richard Cattan
Environmental Manager, Skanska
Having used Prolectric for several lighting projects now, I find their approach, ease of use, knowledge and range of products to be very good. It’s fantastic to work with such a reliable and proactive supplier installing solar lighting adaption’s to existing street lighting and new designs. The works are low impact for families and cause no issues, but result in better lighting and eliminate street lighting electricity costs.
Christopher Irons
Regional Billable Works Manager, VIVO Defence Services
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