What is PD CEN/TR 16513 - track geometry quality about?
The quality of track geometry has a direct impact on user safety. PD CEN/TR 16513 presents a survey of track geometry quality.
PD CEN/TR 16513 conducted a survey of the geometric quality of track across European railway networks. This was to get an understanding and overview of the track geometry across Europe in order to support the definition of track geometric quality classes for the writing of BS EN 13848-6.
PD CEN/TR 16513 describes the methodology used for the survey and gives the results.
Who is PD CEN/TR 16513 - track geometry quality for?
PD CEN/TR 16513 on a survey of track geometry quality is useful for: 
- Railway authorities responsible for track maintenance
- Railway management authorities
- Train operating companies (TOCs)
- Inspection and testing department
- Mechanical engineers
- Manufacturers and suppliers of railway infrastructure equipment
- Product design engineers
- Railway infrastructure regulatory bodies
- Quality control and testing authorities
Why should you use PD CEN/TR 16513 - track geometry quality?
Track geometry entails standards, speed restrictions, and other rules for track gauge, alignment, elevation, curvature, and track surface.
The objective of the European track quality survey (ETQS) discussed in PD CEN/TR 16513 was to get an understanding and overview of the track geometry quality across Europe assessed as standard deviations. PD CEN/TR 16513 provides you with an evaluation of quality data of thirteen participating networks. The quality data of each network was provided in the form of cumulative frequency distributions of alignment and longitudinal levels.
The data presented in PD CEN/TR 16513 can assist you in measuring results, which can be used for track quality monitoring, maintenance planning, and can contribute to the process of safety assurance as it relates to track geometry.
PD CEN/TR 16513 ensures the effective operation of both the measuring devices and the corresponding processing system. With the accurate measurements of parameters such as position, curve, alignment of track, and smoothness, you can use the results and adapt them for the safety and reliability of your railway infrastructure.
