Hot wheel detection system

Description

Hot wheel detection systems, which record the temperature of passing rail vehicle wheels and pass an alarm if a critical temperature is reached.

Alternative labels

rail wheel temperature sensor
rail wheel temperature alarm
hot wheel detection system
rail wheel temperature sensors
hot wheel detection systems

Skill type

knowledge

Skill reusability level

occupation-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential knowledge

Hot wheel detection system is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:

Optional knowledge

Hot wheel detection system is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Rail maintenance technician: Rail maintenance technicians execute routine inspections of railway tracks, powerlines, signage stations, switches, and other railway infrastructure. They are also sent out to repair defects quickly, safely, and at any time of the day or night.

 


 

References

  1. Hot wheel detection system – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022