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9/27/24, 1:20 PM InnoTrans 2024: HIMA presents Smart Solutions for the Digital Railway
The technologies will be presented in show cases under the motto #safetygoesdigital, providing an in-depth insight
into the latest technologies and innovations that are shaping the future of rail transport.

Independent Open HIMA Safety Platform
Proprietary solutions not only lead to dependencies, but can also drive up costs. HIMA is taking a different approach
with the Independent Open Safety Platform. For example, the company is integrating the RaSTA protocol (Rail Safe
Transport Application) into its safety solutions to enable a future-proof EULYNX implementation. This technology

makes it possible to integrate the Standard Communication Interface (SCI) into the application programme of HIMA
safety controllers independently of the EULYNX baseline used - creating flexibility for railway operators.

Railway Electrification
The safe and fast control of electrical circuits is a fundamental task in the railway industry. However, the effort
involved is often very high. With the acquisition of Sella Controls, HIMA has further strengthened its portfolio,
particularly in the field of railway electrification. The innovative solutions enable the control and safety-critical

shutdown of the traction power supply and thus ensure the efficient and safe operation of energy management
systems. At InnoTrans, the company will be showcasing solutions for traction power control, such as 'Conventional
operational control' and 'Safety-critical shutdown' which will be illustrated using practical examples. Both solutions
utilise TrackLink® SCADA and help avoid operational failures and ensure the energy infrastructure remains robust

even under demanding conditions.

Rail Control System
HIMA's Rail Control Solutions provide intelligent automation for critical railway infrastructure such as interlockings,

level crossings, and depots. These systems are designed to ensure safe control and optimised operation, reduce
human error and increase the system's overall efficiency. By using state-of-the-art automation technology, the safety
experts help railway operators meet the challenges of a digital world while maintaining the highest safety standards.
At InnoTrans the electronic interlocking solution based on the HIMA Open Safety Platform will be demonstrated.

Using a practical example with the depot simulator system, visitors can experience a SIL 4 interlocking system of a
fully controlled and signalled depot.

Mobile Solutions for Safety on the Road
The company's mobile solutions guarantee the safety and functionality of onboard applications and ensure that
railway vehicles can be operated safely in different environments. For example, the functionality of the TrackLink 3
solution suite will be demonstrated, which ensures reliability and efficiency for many onboard applications and
makes rail transport safer for operators and passengers. HIMA's TrackLink Overspeed Prevention System is a world

innovation delivering the first and only SIL 2-certified overspeed prevention system for tramways.

Safe and Secure
Digitalisation brings with it new challenges, particularly in the area of cyber security. HIMA's partnership with genua,

a renowned market leader in IT security, addresses the growing concerns about cyber security in railway operations.
The collaboration creates a secure ecosystem that guarantees maximum security for railway operators: safety and
security are managed independently but in parallel, ensuring robust protection against potential cyber threats while

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