When it comes to track bed renewals, estimating the right amount of ballast is a key challenge, right? Too little, and structural integrity is compromised, or you’ll have to wait for a new order of ballast to arrive. Too much, and resources are wasted. Until now, track maintenance teams often relied on rough estimates—but with tmENV BPM, we’re changing the game.
From guesswork to precision
Imagine you’re about to renew 500 m of track. You look at the cross-section of the ballast profile below—can you guess how much material do you need?
Estimation alone can lead to costly miscalculations. With tmENV BPM, we offer a precise, data-driven approach to ballast planning that eliminates uncertainty and optimizes resource allocation. Let’s reveal the numbers: 2,500kg+ of ballast is needed for the above cross section.
More than just measurement – Smarter Ballast Planning
tmENV BPM doesn’t just measure ballast profiles; it provides actionable insights. The system enables:
- Profile-based planning: Different ballast profiles for various track sections, ensuring precise distribution.
- Advanced calculations: Factoring in lifting and shifting parameters for a more accurate material forecast.
- Beyond measurement: Correlating ballast profile data with additional track condition indicators for a holistic maintenance strategy.
By integrating these insights, track maintenance teams can move from manual estimation to smart planning, reducing waste and ensuring compliance with project specifications.
Efficient implementation, immediate benefits
tmENV BPM is designed for seamless integration into existing workflows. The system—comprising a LiDAR scanner, DMI, level meter, processing hardware, and tmMDC—can be retrofitted within a week if the required space is available on the machine.
The result? Optimized ballast calculations before and after construction, improved efficiency, and reduced material waste. So if you’re planning a ballast bed renewal, get in touch with us—we’re here to help you build a smarter, more efficient track maintenance strategy. In the meantime, learn more about tmENV here.