23 May 24
Xwatch Safety Solutions part of Hexagon achieved full product acceptance for its XW Series Safety Systems, officially approved by Network Rail. The Certificate of Acceptance, issued under reference PA05/07159, effective 1st October 2021, endorses the use of these systems on railborne and non-railborne equipment operating on or near Network Rail infrastructure.
The XW Series encompasses a range of safety systems, each designed to enhance operational safety across various rail and construction applications. These systems include:
XW1: A dedicated height limiter to ensure compliance in environments with vertical space constraints.
XW2: Features a Rated Capacity Indicator (RCI) and a height limiter, optimising load handling, and safety.
XW3 and XW4: Both include slew limiters, and XW4 also integrates a virtual wall and height limiter to control movement and enhance safety further.
XW5: Combines RCI, slew limiter, virtual wall, and height limiter, providing comprehensive safety coverage.
XWTele and XWFork: Specialised height limiters designed for specific operational needs.
XW MEWP: High Performance Movement Limiting Device (HP-MLD
Optional enhancements for the XW Series include a remote dead-man input for controlled operations, a track lock that inhibits movement when set limits are reached, and a data logger for compliance recording and operational tracking.
Issue 2 of the Xwatch PA certificate allows any Xwatch slew limit, height limit, and virtual wall functions systems to be fitted to civil construction machines and rail-converted machines, confirming their Network Rail approval.
This certification marked another significant milestone for Xwatch Safety Solutions Ltd, positioning it as a key provider of trusted safety systems that enhance the safety and efficiency of operations near Network Rail infrastructure.
"Nearly three years since our rail certification, I am pleased with how consistently Xwatch has maintained high standards and the excellent feedback we receive from customers on rail projects," stated Jemma-Dycer Hopkins, Xwatch Sales and Operations Director. "Network Rail's approval is a significant acknowledgment of our technical engineers' dedication to creating dependable safety solutions. We look forward to expanding our product range by introducing new systems soon, enhancing our rail sector offerings."
Contact jemma@xwatch.co.uk for more information.
