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The BTS SkyTrain operates as a high-capacity mass
transit system, standard for a large modern metropolis.
The system uses dual tracks, running in opposite directions,
elevated with concrete support. The trains are electrified
via a third rail.
Each train consists of 3 passenger cars and can be operated
to run in either direction from a conductor’s cab located
at each end of the train. The body of the train is constructed
of stainless steel and contains a centrally controlled
air-conditioning system and sunshield windows. Each
car is 3.2 m wide and 21.8 m long with a combined capacity
to carry up to 1,000 passengers.
The BTS SkyTrain has strict quality control and maintenance
procedures in place in order to maintain all of our
rolling stock,
equipment and tracks with maximum safety and efficiency.
We use a centralized computer system to manage all
our
maintenance work, detect and quickly fix any failures
or malfunctions, and order spare parts or equipment.
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Service & Maintenance
Track Work
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BTS rail tracks run approximately 60 Kilometers in length (with the addition of the Silom Line extension and Depot tracks), and serve approximately 477 train trips
per day, running a total of 13,350 Kilometers per day*. Under such heavy duty conditions, regular maintenance is crucial for safety and consistency of service.
In this respect, tracks are checked and maintained daily, to ensure safety and readiness for scheduled train operations. Any problems that may occur have to be rectified during the 3 hour nightly maintenance period after service hours (from
1.00 am - 4.00 am), in order for the system to resume normal operations by 6.00 am.
Any problems occurring on tracks inside the Depot are rectified immediately.
* As of 22nd June 2010
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Rolling Stock
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BTS SkyTrain maintains a total of 35 trains (rolling
stock) in our system. Trains are maintained on a regular
basis
and are scheduled to undergo major maintenance work once
every 6 years. The electrification system we have in
place is not only high-tech but tested and proven to
have no environmental impact. Here are some important
highlights of our operating system: |
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Seamlessly welded tracks minimize noise of passing trains. |
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The track support system designed for maximum shock absorption. |
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The wheel suspension system absorbs vibrations and
decreases noise caused by friction between wheels and
track. |
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The curved sections of the tracks have a gauge that's
slightly wider from the rest of the tracks to decrease
friction between wheels and track and are also lubricated
to minimize noise. |
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An electrical brake system is used. This allows the
train motor to be transformed into an electrical generator
that works to stop the train and feeds electricity back
into the system. Mechanical brakes are applied when the
train is running at speeds lower than 8 km per hour. The
mechanical disc brake uses a highly efficient anti-sliding
system. The tracks are bordered by a noise barrier not
only to decrease noise levels but also improve the system's
overall aesthetic quality. |
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