PRIMOVE Catenary-Free Technology (Bombardier) 11th June 2012

PRIMOVE Catenary-Free Technology

Catenary-free tracks for trams and light rail vehicles enhance a city’s attractiveness by providing unobstructed views.
Bombardier’s new PRIMOVE system enables FLEXITY trams to operate catenary-free over varying distances, everywhere, including on underground lines.

Contactless Power Transfer – A World Premiere in Urban Rail Transport

The PRIMOVE system’s outstanding feature is its safe and contactless power transfer. Its electric supply components are invisible, hidden under the vehicle and beneath the track. This is a key benefit in historic or environmentally protected areas of cities.
With its contactless power transfer, our unique PRIMOVE technology:

• Eliminates overhead wires and increases a city’s attractiveness
• Safely transfers inductive power
• Eliminates wear on parts and components
• Operates in all weather and ground conditions

For a full report and VIDEO, go to Bombardier website.