En 17168 Jun 2026
Install EN 17168 Class D barriers (200 km/h rating) on curved platforms without reducing passenger flow.
Vienna Meidling is a busy interchange with trains passing at up to 160 km/h. Previously, no physical barriers existed.
The standard sets quantifiable benchmarks for speed, reliability, and fault tolerance to ensure consistent operation under high passenger loads.
: Synchronization between vehicle doors and platform barriers, signaling interfaces, and audible/visible alerts. Safety Risk Management en 17168
Outlines a normative testing plan (Annex A) including type, routine, functional, and systems-integration testing. Practical Benefits
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes. Always consult the latest official EN 17168 document from CEN or your national standards body (e.g., BSI, DIN, AFNOR) for regulatory or legal applications.
For a platform barrier system to be fully compliant with EN 17168, it must undergo a series of verification processes. The standard references a multi-stage testing framework: Install EN 17168 Class D barriers (200 km/h
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is the European standard titled "Railway applications - Platform barrier systems," first published in 2021. It provides a comprehensive framework for the design, construction, and operation of platform screen doors (PSDs) and gates used at the edge of station platforms to separate passengers from tracks. Overview and Scope
Additionally, EN 17168 introduces a "Groove Quality Grade": published in August 2021
Enables smoother, faster boarding/alighting, allowing for higher train frequencies.
A custom glass-and-steel barrier with:
Synchronization of the platform barriers directly with train vehicle doors and signaling systems. ⚖️ Pros and Strengths
EN 17168 adopts the same "AC" (Abrasion Class) system as EN 13329 but with modified definitions: