17168 — En

Setting standards for materials, design, and structural strength to withstand pressure from crowds and passing trains.

Understanding EN 17168:2021 – Railway Applications and Platform Barrier Systems en 17168

They are indispensable for fully automated, driverless train systems. Scope and Application of EN 17168 Setting standards for materials

The barriers must be synchronized with the train arrival and departure systems. The safety logic must befail-safe, ensuring doors open only when a train is correctly positioned and that doors close safely when the train departs. 3. Emergency Systems en 17168

By protecting the track area, they allow for faster train entries and exits.