Ensco Rail and Stadler US Inc. have reached an agreement to conduct operational testing at the Transportation Technology Center (TTC) in Pueblo, Colo. Testing will be performed on Stadler Diesel-Multiple Unit (DMU) trainsets in support of its delivery to the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART). Ensco, Inc. assumed management of the U.S. Department of Transportation – Federal Railroad Administration’s TTC research and test facility October 1.
“Ensco is excited to support Stadler’s DMU operational tests for these state-of the-art DMU trainsets,” stated Jeff Stevens, Ensco, Inc. president. “We thank Stadler for choosing Ensco to conduct this testing at the TTC in recognition of our technical capabilities as the Center begins a new era under Ensco's management,” he continued.
Stadler-built DMUs will undergo multiple operating tests on the TTC’s test track to evaluate braking, acceleration, ride quality performance, and safety compliance measures. The TTC’s vast network of test tracks and rolling stock test equipment provide Stadler – and other rail vehicle manufacturers around the world – with complete and comprehensive testing and evaluation of new trainsets. Use of the TTC to conduct these tests eliminates interference with railway revenue service operations. The Stadler passenger rolling stock testing program marks the first of many rail, transit and surface transportation companies that will utilize the unique and comprehensive testing capabilities of the TTC under Ensco's management.
