Aims of the information event
Create classification: Understanding the role and interaction of standards, directives, regulations and laws in rail vehicle construction.
Compare and understand: EN 17976 compared to DIN 25201 (parts 1-7) - new requirements, changes and specifications.
Recognizing the effects: Consequences of the new standards on the design, calculation and maintenance of bolted joints.
Identify conflicts: Identify possible contradictions and overlaps between the regulations.
Promoting the exchange of experience: Open dialog between experts to share practical knowledge and best practices.
Contents & main topics
1 Overview of the standards landscape
Importance and interaction of standards, directives and laws in rail vehicle construction.
Comparison: DIN 25201 (Part 1-7) vs. EN 17976.
2. changes & concretizations
New requirements of EN 17976 for bolted connections and vehicle parts.
Differences in definitions, test requirements and verifications.
3. potential for conflict and solutions
Where standards can contradict each other - and how engineers make safe decisions.
Discussion of real examples from practice.
4. influence on construction & maintenance
Adaptation of design and maintenance strategies to new specifications.
Evaluation of technical and organizational effects.
5. practical dialog & exchange of experience
Discussion of current challenges.
Exchange of experiences between participants and experts.
Speaker
Dipl.-Ing. Kerstin Schaufuß
- Screwdriving engineer (DVS)
- Senior Consultant Rail Vehicles, DB Fernverkehr AG
- Many years of experience in design, maintenance and further training in rail vehicle construction.
Dates (free of charge)
- October 30, 2025 - 9:00 am-12:00 pm
- November 05, 2025 - 9:00-12:00 a.m.
- November 26, 2025 - 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Core focus:
The event offers orientation in the complex standard environment of bolted connections in rail transportation - with a comparison of EN 17976 / DIN 25201, discussion of typical points of conflict and practical tips for safe, compliant designs.
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