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| Bodan Level Crossing Safety System  Transpo Industries Bodan Level Crossing Safety System is a precast reinforced polymer concrete panel design in use worldwide. Standard panel sizes as well as custom shapes make installation on any rail crossing geometry possible. The Bodan system uses a bridge design concept, which transfers all vehicular axle loads directly to the railroad rails. Bodan does not rely on the railroad ties for attachment or support. Once installed, Bodan will maintain a consistent level riding surface even under heavy traffic volumes. The precast panels have an exposed aggregate surface which provides a highly skid resistant surface even in wet conditions.Custom precast Bodan panels incorporate highly visible yellow surface aggregate, raised or recessed delineators which enhance the visibility and safety of the crossing. The modular panel design allows for easy removal and reinstallation for track inspection and routine maintenance. Physical testing on Bodan panels has shown they are capable of withstanding truck axle loads in excess of 44,000 lbs. Features: - High Load-Carrying Capacity: Transpo’s Bodan Level Crossing System incorporates a high-strength, bridgedpanel design hinged between the rails. The Bodan system is capable of supporting heavy loads without damaging track components. Traffic loads are distributed through the rails and uniformly dispensed over multiple sleepers, significantly reducing track deflection and related damage experienced with other crossing systems that rely on fasteners attached directly to the sleepers. - Polymer Concrete Durability: Bodan panels are produced from polymer concrete, offering superior flexural strength, durability, and resistance to water penetration. These properties translate to ultra-long life of the crossing. - Ease of Installation: Modular component design allows the Bodan system to be installed quickly with minimal disruption to road and rail traffic. No modifications to existing track are required prior to installation. - Low Maintenance: Durable polymer concrete panels make the Bodan system virtually maintenance-free. In addition, the system may be quickly removed and reinstalled to allow for routine track maintenance and ballast cleaning. - Skid Resistant Surface: Bodan panels have a highly skid resistant surface designed to provide added safety in wet weather conditions. - Facilitates Unique Intersections: The Bodan system accommodates curved and multiple track crossings, switches, sidewalks, and other unique conditions. Bodan components are available in a variety of shapes and sizes, and may be custom-molded to match site geometry. write your comments about the article :: © 2005 Construction News :: home page |