Case Study: City of Edmonton achieves reliable, scalable LRT controls with GDI Ainsworth

City of Edmonton retrofits 18 stations with GDI Ainsworth to cut downtime and enable future growth

The City of Edmonton required a controls system upgrade for its Light Rail Transit (LRT) system to support future expansion, but the retrofit had to be completed while the system remained fully operational with zero tolerance for downtime. GDI Ainsworth was tasked with implementing a modern, scalable platform to manage over 100 unique user types and prevent service disruptions.

GDI Ainsworth customized and implemented the Delta Controls ORCAweb platform, executing a phased retrofit strategy across all active stations without major shutdowns. The solution provided real-time monitoring and instant-response protocols, which decreased system glitches and downtime. The successful upgrade delivered a scalable, future-ready controls system that supports Edmonton's long-term transit expansion strategy and improves reliability for daily commuters.

City of Edmonton