Mobile Workshops & Support Trains

Custom-Designed Technology for Rail Applications

Our mobile workshop and support units are consistently tailored to their respective applications. In doing so, we take into account rail-specific requirements for safety, ergonomics, indoor climate, escape routes, and technical support, as well as the requirements for passenger transport.

As application-oriented container solutions, they combine work, living, and technical areas into a robust, functional unit—designed for maintenance, repair, and emergency operations on the railways.

Our construction method in detail:

Module Structure Energy Supply Zones & Features Material Protection

Module Structure

The foundation is a welded steel frame conforming to DIN EN 15085-2 (CL1), designed to withstand the dynamic stresses of rail operation. A key advantage of our design is the removable container hood: The hood and floor can be processed and outfitted simultaneously.

While lighting, climate control, and other systems are integrated into the hood for optimal accessibility, customer-specific equipment can be installed on the floor at the same time. Only then are the two units assembled.

Advantage: Parallel production, optimal accessibility, and maximum flexibility during integration, maintenance, and retrofitting.

Energy Supply

The integrated CESS system (Container Energy Storage System) provides battery energy storage for 8 to 12 hours of autonomy. Automatic charging is performed via the vehicle’s electrical system or external connections.

Advantage: Greater self-sufficiency and operational readiness—even when the vehicle is stationary or external infrastructure is unavailable.

Zones & Features

The containers can be configured in different zones—for example, as a workspace, staff module, or utility room. Typical equipment features:

Sanitary unit with a dry toilet and fresh water tank
Emergency exits and escape routes, as well as safety lighting
Air conditioning, fresh air supply, and optional positive pressure
Ergonomic workstations, workbenches, and storage systems
Integrated crane and loading crane systems from Gföllner
CESS system (Container Energy Supply System) for autonomous battery-powered electricity supply

Advantage: Functionality, ergonomics, and technical equipment from a single comprehensive concept—customized to the mission, personnel, and workflows.

Material Protection

For long-term use in the rail sector, we tailor surfaces and protective systems specifically to the respective environmental conditions. Anti-graffiti coatings, anti-vandalism designs, UV-resistant exterior paint finishes, and impact-resistant glazing reliably protect the unit from weather and mechanical stress.

Advantage: Durable surface protection for demanding rail and outdoor applications.

Benefits of Gföllner

Railway-certified construction

Manufactured in accordance with DIN EN 15085-2 (CL1) and DIN EN 17460—designed to meet the requirements for railway applications and documented with quality assurance.