Tautus provides underground assurance to locomotives and rail equipment, specialising in offering comprehensive solutions for mining and industrial applications. With a strong focus on innovation and safety, Tautus has earned a reputation for reliability and efficiency in the underground mining sector.
Tautus carries out independent rail examinations in mines, aimed at ensuring the safety and efficiency of rail operations within the underground environments. The examinations focus on assessing various dimensions of the railroad rails, crucial for identifying different rail types and ensuring optimal performance.
Examinations generally encompass but not limited to detailed analysis of key rail section dimensions, including:
- Rail Height: The vertical measurement of the rail profile, crucial for determining load-bearing capacity and stability.
- Width of the Base: The horizontal dimension of the rail’s lower section, providing stability and support to the rail track.
- Width of the Head: The horizontal dimension of the upper section of the rail, essential for wheel contact and load distribution.
- Depth of Head: The vertical measurement from the top of the rail head to the base, affecting wheel engagement and wear resistance.
- Depth of the Base: The vertical measurement from the bottom of the rail base to the railhead, contributing to overall rail stability and integrity.
- Overall Track Gauge: The distance between the inner edges of two parallel rails, ensuring proper alignment and safe passage of rail vehicles.
During a recent examination, Tautus encountered several challenges typical of underground mining environments, including limited access, confined spaces, and adverse environmental conditions. Additionally, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of measurements posed a significant challenge due to the complex nature of underground rail systems.
Tautus has a team of experienced engineers equipped with specialist measurement tools to capture rail dimensions, ensuring accuracy and consistency across the examination process. Moreover, Tautus implemented stringent quality control measures to verify the integrity of collected data and monitor degradation.
Independent rail examination conducted by Tautus records and tracks the wear properties, condition, and performance of the rail infrastructure within the mine to detect wear and fatigue. Based on the findings, Tautus provided actionable recommendations for maintenance and optimisation.