Since 2024, Honrock Railway Transportation Equipment Co., Ltd. has leveraged its leading shading technology to deliver 643 sets of train roller blind systems for the flagship high-speed train project operated by Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB), through direct and indirect cooperation. This contributes to the upgrade of high-end railway cabin environments in China and Europe.

I. Project Background

Line Importance:

The project involves core high-speed trunk lines in Austria and neighboring countries (e.g., Vienna-Salzburg-Munich, Vienna-Graz), serving business commuters and international tourists, with stringent requirements for ride comfort and visual experience.

The new trains aim to set a benchmark for comfort and technological sophistication in European railways.

Vehicle Upgrade Requirements:

ÖBB procured a new generation of flagship high-speed train carriages (including business class, first class, dining cars, and multi-purpose cars), requiring high-performance, aesthetically pleasing, and intelligent shading solutions.

The roller blind systems needed to adapt to the variable Alpine climate (intense UV radiation, low temperatures, strong wind pressure) and the frequent light-dark transitions when entering/exiting tunnels.

Stringent Standards:

Design and manufacturing strictly adhere to EU railway vehicle standards (EN 12663, EN 45545 fire safety, etc.), German Railway Industrial Standards (DIN), and ÖBB's internal specifications.

Requirements included ultra-high reliability, extremely low noise, excellent light-blocking/privacy performance, and seamless integration into the carriage interior design.

II. Pain Point Analysis & Solutions

Performance & Reliability Challenges in Complex Conditions

✅ Pain Points:

Frequent raising/lowering and strong wind pressure impacts easily cause deformation, jamming, or fabric slack in traditional roller blind mechanisms.

High-altitude intense UV radiation accelerates fabric fading and embrittlement, affecting aesthetics and lifespan.

Instantaneous light changes when entering/exiting tunnels require fast, smooth, and quiet shading response.

Risk of lubrication failure in mechanical components under freezing conditions.

✅ Solutions:

Enhanced Structure & Materials:

Fabric uses UV-resistant, anti-static, high color-fastness composite material, certified to EN 45545 fire safety.

Roller shafts and guides use high-strength aviation-grade aluminum alloy for strong structural rigidity and deformation resistance.

Precision bearing system + low-temperature specialized lubricating grease, ensuring smooth operation across a wide temperature range of -30°C to +70°C.

Aesthetics & Comfort Requirements in High-End Cabins

✅ Pain Points:

Operational noise affects cabin tranquility.

Insufficient fabric flatness and edge sealing cause light leakage, impacting rest.

Appearance design needs high integration with modern train interior styles.

✅ Solutions:

Ultimate Quietness & Precision Craftsmanship:

Optimized gear transmission and sliding system ensures operational noise <35 dB(A), significantly below industry standards.

Precision guide design and fabric edge treatment ensure near-zero light leakage when fully closed, enhancing privacy and light-blocking effectiveness.

Customized Aesthetic Integration:

Offers multiple standard fabric colors and guide surface finishes (anodized, sprayed), supporting custom colors and textures to perfectly match ÖBB's specified carriage interior design language.

High system integration results in a clean and sophisticated appearance after installation.

III. Product Delivery Overview

A total of 643 sets of roller blind systems were delivered for this project, applied to:

Passenger side windows and partition windows in Business Class and First Class cars.

Scenic windows in Dining Cars.

Large observation windows in Multi-purpose Cars.

The products have passed ÖBB's rigorous laboratory testing (vibration, impact, temperature cycling, durability) and on-track testing, fully complying with all technical and aesthetic standards.

IV. Project Highlights & Collaboration Value

Deep Customization: System dimensions, control logic, and appearance details optimized based on ÖBB's specific window types, interior styles, and operational procedures.

Meeting Complex Standards: Successfully integrated EU railway vehicle standards (EN), fire safety regulations (EN 45545), and specific customer requirements, passing certification in one go.

Efficient Collaboration & Delivery: Rapid response to design changes, efficient completion of sample production, test validation, and on-time batch delivery of 643 systems, ensuring train production schedules.

Technical Foresight: Integrated manual/automatic dual-mode design, balancing technological sophistication with operational redundancy and reliability to meet high-end train demands.

V. Conclusion

Honrock Railway Transportation Equipment Co., Ltd.'s deep involvement in ÖBB's flagship high-speed train project with 643 roller blind systems demonstrates its full-chain capabilities in high-end rail vehicle interior outfitting, adaptive design for harsh environments, multi-standard integration/certification, and agile delivery. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in Honrock's commitment to the European market. The company will continue to provide global rail transportation users with "zero-defect, full-lifecycle" intelligent shading solutions and exceptional service.