About CAMTECH

It was decided by Railway Board in 1987 to set up an institute to undertake studies and evolve strategies for maintenance of all types of assets. Accordingly CAMTECH started functioning from 1991 onwards at Gwalior under the administrative control of Director General, RDSO, Lucknow with a main objective of Upgrading maintenance Technologies & Methodologies and achieve improvement in productivity and performance of all Railway assets and Manpower. This covers reliability, availability, utilisation and efficiency.

CAMTECH is headed by Executive Director who is assisted by four Directors – one each of Civil, Electrical, Mechanical and S&T, apart from Staff. The present incumbents:

Executive Director Sh. A.R.Tupe

Jt. Director (S&T) Sh. D.K.M. Yadav

Jt. Director (Electrical) Sh. Peeyoosh Gupta

Jt. Director (Mechanical) Sh. K.P.Yadav

Dy. Director (Civil) Sh. S.K.Saxena

PROJECTS UNDER PROGRESS

CIVIL ENGINEERING

1.  Pamphlet on Crazing

2.  Pamphlet on Maintenance of Track in Traction Area

3.  Pamphlet on Corrosion Protection of Steel

4.  Booklet on Epoxy Resin – Its application in Structural Repairs

5.  Handbook on Compendium on Track Tools

6.  Handbook on Plastering

  1. Handbook on Fire Retarding Materials

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

1.  Handbook on welding technique

2.  Pamphlet on WRA/ Mono-block of RMPU AC Coaches

3.  Pamphlet on 3 phase Traction Motor 6 FRA 6068 (WAG9/WAP7)

4.  Safety Calendar for PSI Staff

5.  Pamphlet on Check Points for TL Coaches

6.  Pamphlet on Roof Mounted AC Unit of Electric Locomotive Cab

7.  Pamphlet on Pull Lift

8.  Objective Question Bank for General Services

9.  Pocket book on Up-keeping of Rubber Items of Pneumatic Valves of Electric Loco

10.  Question Bank for OHE

11.  Report on Running Room Facilities

12.  Maintenance Manual for AC-DC EMU (Siemens)

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

1.  Handbook on Microprocessor based controlled system version 3

  1. Guidelines for lock bolting manufacturing/repair of freight stock

3.  Trouble shooting guide for GM locomotive WDP4/ WDG4

  1. Pamphlet on safety at work place in Diesel Sheds
  2. Pocket Book on CCB fitted on Diesel Locomotive
  3. Pamphlet on Bio-Toilets
  4. Instruction for Corrosion repair in ICF Coaches
  5. Pamphlet on Pest control on main line coaches
  6. Guide lines for ROH/POH of stainless steel Wagons
  7. Trouble shooting Guide on Brake Binding in Coaching Stock
  8. Handbook on GM Loco WDG4/WDP4
  9. Trouble Shooting Guide on MEP 660 Version 3 micro processor controlled locomotives
  10. Maintenance handbook for Air Brake System in LHB Coaches (FTIL make)
  11. Guidelines for working of 140T cranes & Hydraulic Re- railing Equipments for Relief and Rescue operation at accident sites
  12. Review and revision of IRCA Part IV
  13. Unified Maintenance Manual for NG Coaches.

SIGNAL & TELECOMMUNICATION ENGINEERING

  1. Handbook on Maintenance of Digital Axle Counters
  2. Maintenance Handbook on Automatic Signalling
  3. Pamphlet on Testing & meggering of signalling cables
  4. Pocket book on Earth Leakage Detector
  5. Handbook on Digital Axle Counters Troubleshooting
  6. Pocket book on Ring Earth & Maintenance free Earth
  7. Pocket book on Maintenance of LED Signal
  8. Pamphlet on Do’s & don’ts for laying of Telecomm. cables
  9. Handbook on Installation & Maintenance of Solar Panel
  10. Handbook on Optical Fibre Cable jointing
  11. Handbook on Flowcharts for RRI Siemens (Metal to Metal relays)
  12. Pamphlet on Surge protection devices (Class A, B & C)
  13. Handbook on Flowcharts for PI British (Metal to Carbon relays)
  14. Handbook on Electronic Interlocking Maintenance Instructions series

LIST OF PROJECTS/Handbook/pamphlet/Manuals completed:

CIVIL ENGINEERING

Year 2012—2013

  1. Handbook on “Land Management”
  2. Handbook on “Passenger Amenities in Station”.
  3. Pamphlet on “Interlocking Masonry System”
  4. Pamphlet on “Pointing”
  5. Pamphlet on “Geo-Synthetic-Its applications”
  6. Safety Calendar
  7. Handbook on “Flooring”
  8. Software on “Scheduled Inspection of P-Way (siPsoft 1.0)”

9.  Handbook on “Mechanised Construction”

Year 2011—2012

1.  Handbook on “LWR on bridges”.

2.  Pamphlet on water saving tips.

3.  Pamphlet on maintenance schedule for SSE (Works).

4.  Pamphlet on maintenance of concrete sleeper track.

5.  Booklet on sanitary fittings.

6.  Pamphlet on disinfection of water.

7.  Handbook on maintenance of long welded rails (LWR).

8.  Handbook on “Land Management”.

Year 2010—2011

1.  Pamphlet on Lubrication of Rail Joint.

2.  Pamphlet on Maintenance of SEJ.

3.  Handbook on Power Operated tools for SSE (Works).

4.  Booklet on Maintenance of Sewerage and drainage.

Year 2009—2010

1.  Handbook on Water Harvesting.

Year 2008-2009

1.  Handbook on Retrofitting of Existing Buildings.

2.  Handbook on Do’s & Don’ts on Track Machine.

3.  Handbook on Green Building Design to facilitate substantial reduction in Energy Conservation.

4.  Handbook on Level Crossing.

Year 2007-2008

1.  Comprehensive Guide on Painting of Buildings.

2.  Handbook on Concrete Admixtures.

3.  Booklet on Reconditioning of Points & Crossings.

4.  Pamphlet on New Concrete.

Year 2006-2007

1.  Pamphlet on “Cold Weather Concreting”.

2.  Pamphlet on “Hot Weather Concreting”.

3.  Pamphlet on “Quality Assurance for Aggregates”.

4.  Pamphlet on “ Monsoon Patrolling”

5.  Pamphlet on “Quality Assurance for Cement plastering”

6.  Booklet on “ Anti-Termite Treatment”

7.  Handbook on “Form work for Building”.

8.  Handbook on “Quality Assurance for AT welding”.

9.  Handbook on “Foundation settlement in buildings – Causes and Prevention”.

Year 2005-2006

1.  Booklet on Ultrasonic testing of Rails (Need Based concept).

2.  Pamphlet on Toe load measurement of ERC’s.

3.  Pamphlet on Brick Masonry – quality control.

4.  Handbook on Leakage treatment in buildings.

5.  Handbook on Quality Assurance for tiling on Floors & walls.

6.  Handbook on Fire protection in buildings/civil structures.

7.  Booklet on Ultrasonic testing of AT weld (Need based concept).

8.  Lesson Plan for training of P.Way Supervisor (Induction Course/Phase-II).

Year 2004-2005

1.  Handbook on Rain Water Harvesting.

2.  Pamphlet on working on Rail Dolly.

3.  Pamphlet on Chamfering of bolt hole in rail.

4.  Pamphlet on Distempering.

5.  Pamphlet on Painting on Woodwork.

6.  Lesson Plan for Training of P.Way Supervisor (Induction Course – Phase I).

7.  Lesson plan of training of Khalasi to Fitter (Promotional Course).

8.  Lesson plan of training of Khalasi Painter (Promotional Course).

Year 2003-2004

1.  Handbook on Unified Inspection and Maintenance of Ghat Section.

2.  Pamphlet on Working on Girder Bridges in Electrified Section.

3.  Pamphlet on Hot Weather Patrolling.

4.  Pamphlet on Cold Weather Patrolling.

5.  Handbook on Cracks in building (Causes and Prevention).

6.  Handbook on Tools/Plants to be kept with the Track Machine (a) At base station (b) During Block.

7.  Handbook on Modern fixtures and fixing systems for civil structures.

8.  Lesson plan for training of P.Way Supervisor – (Promotional Course).

9.  Lesson Plan for Training of Mate.

10.  Lesson Plan for Training of Painter.

11.  Lesson Plan for training of Carpenter.

12.  Lesson Plan for Training of Mason.

Year 2002-2003

1.  Handbook on Re-Girdering of Bridges.

2.  Handbook on Circulars on Water Treatment and supply.

3.  Handbook on Laying and Maintenance of PSC Turnout.

4.  Handbook on Maintenance of Deep Well Hand pump.

5.  Handbook on Hydraulic Track Jack.

6.  Use of Modern Tools for Artisan Staff of Civil Engineering Department.

7.  Lesson plan for Training Gate Keeper.

8.  Lesson plan for Training Key Man.

Year 2001-2002

1.  Handbook on Maintenance and Transportation of Small Track Machines.

2.  Lesson Plan for Training of fitter and Plumber.

3.  Lesson plan for Training of Gangman.

Year 2000-2001

1.  Do’s and Don’ts Handbook on Inspection of Bridges

2.  Do’s and Don’ts on Welding Process.

3.  Do’s and Don’ts on Points and Crossings.

4.  Handbook on Rehabilitation of Arch Bridges.

5.  Handbook on Phatak Wale ki Karya Pustika.

6.  Handbook on Non Destructive Techniques for Bridge Girders.

7.  Handbook on Water Treatment Plant.

Year 1999-2000

1.  Handbook on Maintenance and Inspection of Buildings and Civil Assets.

2.  Do’s and Don’ts on Handling of Wear Resistance Rails.

3.  Standard Tools and Small Equipment for Artisans working under SE (Works).

4.  Handbook on Inspection of Bridges.

Year 1998-1999

1.  Handbook on Standard List of Store Items of Senior Section Engineer (Works).

2.  Do’s and Don’ts on Realignment of Curves.

Year 1997-1998

1.  Handbook on Maintenance of SEJ.

2.  Do’s and Don’ts Handbook on Thermit Welding.

3.  Handbook on Level Crossing.

4.  Handbook on Instructions for Painting of Bridges.

5.  Do’s & Don’ts book for LWR/SWR.

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

Year 2012—2013

  1. Handbook on Maintenance of Diesel Generator sets (62.5 kVA to 380 kVA)
  2. Pamphlet on “Important Bogie Clearances of AC Electric Locomotives”.

3.  Pocket Book on “Arthur Flury AG PTFE type Neutral Section”

4.  Report on “LED type Pit Lighting for preparing specification by RDSO”

  1. Handbook on “Pre-Summer and Pre-Monsoon Precautions for AC Electric Locomotives”
  2. Safety Calendar for Sub-Station Staff
  3. Handbook on “UPS for UTS”
  4. Question bank on “Electrical General Services”
  5. Report on “Hot line Washing of Insulators of OHE”
  6. Safety Calendar for TrD Personnel

11.  Booklet on “Energy efficiency in Electrical assets”

12.  Software on “Maintenance Schedule for OHE”

Year 2011—2012

  1. Pamphlet on AC Electric Locomotive Transformers.
  2. Pamphlet on Safety Precautions While Working on Tower Wagon.
  3. Pamphlet on Air Compressors of AC Electric Locomotives.
  4. Review of Maintenance Schedule for OHE.
  5. Handbook on Maintenance of Electrical General Services Substations.
  6. Maintenance Handbook of Pantograph AM-12.
  7. Special Precautions to be taken for Maintenance of OHE and attending Break Downs at Sharp Curves
  8. Pamphlet on Safety Precautions While Working on TSS/SSP

9.  A Video Film on “Phasor and Harmonics”

  1. Operating Manual for TL & AC Coaches.
  2. Handbook on “Maintenance of Diesel Generator sets (62.5 kVA to 380 kVA)”

Year 2010-2011

  1. Pamphlet on Traction Motor HS-15250A.
  2. Pamphlet on Neutral Section.
  3. Introductory Handbook on Microprocessor Controlled Electric Locomotives.
  4. Handbook on Static Inverter of AC Electric Locomotives.
  5. Handbook on Earthing System for Power Supply Installations.
  6. Handbook on Electrical Earthing.
  7. Training Package on Pneumatic Valves of AC Electric Locomotives.
  8. Training Package on Auxiliary Transformer.
  9. Pocketbook on Electrical Fires- Causes and Prevention.
  10. Maintenance Handbook on Motorised Isolators.

Year 2009-2010

  1. Maintenance Schedules for Diesel Electric 8 W Tower Wagon.
  2. Syllabus for Training Courses for Electrical Supervisors.
  3. Pamphlet on Driving Instructions for Diesel Electric type 8 wheeler Tower Wagon Drivers.
  4. Pamphlet on Energy Saving tips for domestic appliances.
  5. Pamphlet on Safety tips for home appliances.
  6. Standardisation of Instruction Boards at Various Depots/ Sheds on Flexi Boards.
  7. Training Package on AC - DC EMU (Siemens Rake).
  8. Maintenance hand book on 3 phase traction motor of AC Electric Locomotive.

Year 2008-2009

  1. Proposed Layout and Infrastructure of Integrated Coaching Complex
  2. Maintenance handbook on Bonding and Earthing for 25 kV AC Traction System.
  3. Hindi version of Trouble Shooting directory for LHB type RMPU EOG AC Coaches.
  4. Lighting solution for existing washing line at CNB
  5. Trouble Shooting Directory for 25 kV AC EMU/ MEMU.
  6. Trouble Shooting Directory for AC-DC EMUs (Siemens Rake)
  7. Testing Instruments Required for Condition Based Maintenance of TRD Assets.

Year 2007-2008

1. Enhancement of POH Interval from 12 to 18 months with IOH for ICF Design Coaches.

2. Revision of ACTM Volume- III Chapter- IV Maintenance and Overhaul Schedules of EMUs.

3. Maintenance Handbook on Lightening Arrester.

Year 2006-2007

  1. Maintenance Handbook on Electromagnetic contactors of AC EMU/MEMU.
  2. Pamphlet on Safety precautions while working on AC Loco in shed.
  3. Maintenance Handbook single Interrupter VCB Type 22 CB.
  4. Maintenance Handbook Head Light & flasher Light of AC Electric Locomotive.
  5. Maintenance Handbook on TM Bearings of AC EMU/MEMU.

Year 2005-2006

1.  Maintenance Handbook on Transformer of AC EMU/MEMU.

2.  Trouble Shooting Directory for conventional type RMPU SG AC coaches.

3.  Maintenance Handbook on Reverser/winding changeover switch of AC

EMU/MEMU.

4.  Training Package on Transformer of AC Electric locomotive.

5.  Troubleshooting directory for LHB type RMPU EOG AC coaches.

6.  Handbook on Power cables for electrical general services.

7.  Training Package on Earth Fault Relays of AC Electric Locomotives.

Year 2004-2005

1.  Pocket book on Operation and Trouble shooting of 25 KVA on Board Siemen’s Inverters for SG/AC coaches.

2.  List of Spares for POH of 8 wheelers Diesel Hydraulic Tower wagon.

3.  Maintenance handbook on Distribution and Power Transformer.

4.  Maintenance Handbook on Hitachi Traction Motor (HS-15250-A) of Electric Locomotive.

5.  Training Package on Power, auxiliary & Control circuits of Electric Locomotive

6.  Maintenance Handbook on EP Contactors of AC EMU/MEMU.

7.  Maintenance Handbook on Batteries of Electric Locomotive.

Year 2003-2004

1.  Pamphlet on Important OHE parameters.

2.  Maintenance Handbook on VRLA Batteries for TL/AC Coaches.

3.  Maintenance Handbook on Compressors of AC EMU’S & MEMU.

4.  Maintenance Handbook on capacitor banks of 25 KV AC traction sub station.

5.  Technical Training Module for 8 wheeler Tower Wagon Drivers.

6.  Maintenance Handbook Traction Motor of AC EMU and MEMU.

7.  Maintenance Handbook on Compressor Motor for under slung AC coaches.

Year 2002-2003

1.  Maintenance Handbook on battery Charger.

2.  Maintenance Handbook on flexi coil bogie Mark-I.

3.  Handbook on artisan tools for TRD depots.

4.  Handbook on artisan tools for Electric Loco Sheds.

5.  Handbook on Artisan Tools for OSM TL/AC depots.

6.  Pamphlet on Safety Precaution to be taken by staff while working on OHE.

7.  Technical Training Module for 4 wheeler Tower Wagon Drivers.

8.  Maintenance Handbook on dynamic Braking Resistor and Motor.

9.  Maintenance Handbook on Compressor of AC Coaches with under slung Equipment.

10.  Handbook on General Maintenance Schedule for 8 Wheeler Diesel Hydraulic Tower Wagon.

Year 2001-2002

1.  Maintenance Handbook on Carriage Lighting.

2.  Maintenance Handbook Traction Motor Cooling Blower and its motor used in Electric Loco.

3.  Handbook on General Maintenance Schedule for B.G. 4 Wheeler Tower Wagon Mark-III.

4.  Maintenance Handbook on Tap changer of AC Electric Locomotives.

5.  Maintenance Handbook on Auxiliary Transformer.

Year 2000-2001

1.  Maintenance Handbook of 33KV/440 Volts Substation.

2.  Maintenance Handbook on Carriage fans (110V).

3.  Maintenance Handbook of Electro-pneumatic Contactors of Electric Locomotive.