Voith unveils digital freight coupler system named DAC, based on the Schwanenberg technology

On June 22, 2023, at the Eurasia Rail international exhibition in Istanbul, the German company Voith introduced a digital freight coupler system called DAC, which will be utilized by one of the Turkish rail transport operators, as reported by Railway Supply magazine.

The main objective of implementing this coupler is to enhance safety for train assemblers while simultaneously increasing productivity.

Coupling SA-3 – for connecting rolling stock elements together

This is achieved, in part, through the automatic connection of brake air pipes and electrical contacts for power supply and data transmission.

A notable feature of the presented DAC coupler is the simplified module for automatic connection of electrical contacts.

Reference: Voith

Voith – is a German company specializing in engineering and manufacturing machinery and equipment for various sectors, including industry, energy, transportation, and automotive. The company was founded in 1867 and is currently a global provider of technologies and services for various markets.

In the field of railway transportation, Voith offers solutions and products to improve safety, efficiency, and stability of railway operations. They develop innovative technologies such as digital coupling systems, traction drive control systems, energy management systems, and other solutions that optimize railway processes.

Voith is recognized as a leader in railway technology and collaborates with various companies and railway operators worldwide. Their products and solutions are used to enhance the safety, productivity, and efficiency of railway systems.

The introduction of the digital cargo automatic coupling system called DAC, based on the Schaku-Sharfenberg system, is one of the innovative solutions presented by Voith to improve railway processes and enhance worker safety.

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Voith unveils digital freight coupler system named DAC, based on the Schwanenberg technology.