National Rail Turnouts Workshop

The RISSB National Rail Turnouts Workshop gives all those involved an in-depth forum for discussion and the sharing of expertise. A key element of this workshop is participation and knowledge sharing from audience as well as the workshop leaders. It is a chance for you to bring your experience and to take away new approaches for best practice.

At last year’s workshop, those present strived to develop and consolidate the relevant knowledge within the industry. In 2010 the program year will be designed to build on this existing knowledge base, and draw on the expertise within the industry to debate innovative solutions to the real challenges faced.

There are many problems arising at the various stages of the design, fabrication, assembly, installation and maintenance asset management planning that cascade down affecting the performance of the turnout.

The workshop will serve as an ideal forum to increase awareness of these key issues and also to disseminate knowledge on the solutions, to both industry veterans, and those who are new to their roles.

This year’s workshop is running immediately after AusRAIL 2010 to allow you the chance to visit the biggest rail event in Australasia whilst also benefiting from this specialist meeting of like-minds.

What’s new and how will this event identify future industry requirements?

New to 2010:
Interactive breakout sessions on design, the maintenance of rail in turnouts and the maintenance of track in turnouts.

Led by expert facilitators, these breakout workshop sessions will be an opportunity to have a more detailed look at the areas of design and the maintenance of rail and track in turnouts. Discover practical skills that can be immediately applied to your current project.

Is there a particular problem or question you’d like addressed during the workshop session? Participants are asked to forward these in advance to tina.karas@informa.com.au and come prepared for discussion and hands-on problem solving.

Consolidate your knowledge with a site tour!
You have the option to visit either a section of PTA WA track or Vossloh Cogifer's Kewdale facility. Site tour numbers are restricted, so please register your site tour option with tina.karas@informa.com.au

A new extended, interactive workshop format.
Responding to your feedback from last year, we have incorporated additional speakers and sessions to ensure that the opportunities for discussion and exchange are maximised.

Join us to learn from those at the forefront of the industry and enhance your knowledge on all aspects of the turnout lifecycle. Benefit from the early bird booking rate

Comments from 2009 delegates include:

"It presented networking opportunities and different perspectives that can be difficult to obtain except by many years in the industry”
Senior Design Draftsman, VAE Railway Systems

“This proved to be the most practical conference in Australia, specifically related to turnouts”
Mechanical Engineer, Vossloh Cogifer Australia

“Great package for new engineers and track supervisors – especially given the value of the take home text book”
Area Project Engineer, Calibre Engenium

"Great chance to network with other professionals and state representatives to exchange idea”
Engineering Manager, John Holland

Who will attend:
The workshop will be attended by engineers and technologists, both the existing and recognised professionals,  and those that are new to the industry. The agenda will appeal to the manufacturers of turnouts, design engineers, proponents of turnout assembly and installation, turnout maintenance technologists and people in positions of influence

To request a brochure to be sent to you as soon as it is available please contact katy.henson@informa.com.au with the subject line ‘Please send me the Rail Turnouts brochure’.

Book your place now using our secure online registration system

For general enquiries and bookings please contact our customer service team on:
Email: registration@informa.com.au
Tel: (+61 2) 9080 4307

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