Innovative tool for welding configurations in the rail industry

Purchasing an NRG-joint involves multiple stakeholders, which previously required the exchange of numerous technical drawings. Our challenge was to streamline this entire process for everyone involved through the product configurator. Additionally, these are highly technical products related to rail infrastructure, with many specifications that needed to be incorporated into the configurator. 

Before starting this project, we visited the location to gain a better understanding of the product and its specifications. Entering as outsiders posed a challenge. We had to create an integration within an existing e-commerce environment to place the configurator we developed into the shopping cart of the e-commerce platform. Although we frequently build products within another party's system, but it will always remain a challenge.

The client wanted to provide their customers with the ability to automatically personalize the product. We eagerly accepted this challenge. The client had specific requirements, as the NRG-joint is a technical and complex product. Users need to be advised where necessary. The configurator includes extensive explanations and business logic, making it impossible to order an incorrect product. The configurator is not only an e-commerce product, but also a training tool.  

Innovation and reliability in the railway industry  
voestalpine Track Solutions Netherlands (part of the global voestalpine Railway Systems) is the largest railway supplier in the Netherlands. They provide all products, services, and logistics for both new projects and maintenance and repair projects. They support operators and contractors in the construction and maintenance of rail infrastructure, specializing in "just in time deliveries." The electric insulated rail joint (NRG-joint) has been designated as the pilot product for this automation project.