Case Study: Deutsche Bahn achieves reliable winter locomotive operations with Embever IoT retrofit solution

Deutsche Bahn reduces winter locomotive delays with Embever's IoT sensors

Deutsche Bahn faced challenges ensuring the operational readiness of its older electric locomotives during winter. A lack of real-time monitoring for starter batteries risked discharges that could cause delays, and a reliance on frequent manual checks by personnel was unsustainable. They collaborated with Embever to find an automated, holistic IoT solution.

Embever developed a certified IoT retrofit solution centered around a battery-powered gateway and wireless sensors. This system monitors the locomotive's connection to the power grid and starter battery voltage, transmitting data directly to a cloud dashboard for Deutsche Bahn's control center. This allows for proactive intervention, more efficient resource utilization, and considerable cost savings by preventing failures and optimizing maintenance.

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