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Train Signals, Controls + Communications 

Improving rail system safety and performance.

Burns is a leader in the transformation of rail system infrastructure. Our team provides a wide range of design, construction oversight, systems integration, and maintenance services.

Specialties include:

  • Positive Train Control (PTC)
  • Communications Based Train Control (CBTC)
  • Traditional signaling infrastructure engineering
  • Ground-based and wireless communications in support of train controls and operations

Rail Signals & Controls

  • Positive Train Control (PTC)
  • Advanced Civil Speed Enforcement System (ACSES)
  • Automatic Train Control (ATC)
  • Automatic Train Operation (ATO)
  • Communications Based Train Control (CBTC)
  • Interlocking Systems Design
  • Vital Interlocking Software Application Logic Design
  • Non-Vital Interlocking Software Application Logic Design
  • A.C., D.C., Electronic & AFO Track Circuits
  • Grade Crossing
  • Block and Control Line Design

Rail Communications

  • Fiber-Optic Based RF Transport Systems
  • Radio Frequency Antenna Systems
  • High-Capacity Digital Microwave Communications Systems
  • Wireless Broadband Data
  • LAN/WAN/SONET/FOTS
  • PBX Phone Systems
  • Train Control and Traction Power SCADA Systems
  • Structured Cabling
  • Operations Command and Control Centers
  • Passenger Information Systems, Real Time
  • Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) Telematics
  • Vehicle Monitoring Systems (VMS)

Planning & Consulting

  • Technology Assessments and Integration
  • Requirements Management
  • Database Management
  • System Operator Coordination and Facilitation

Burns has expertise in these areas to:

Inspire with leading-edge solutions uniquely crafted for operational performance and interagency interoperability.

Create specialized, compliant systems that integrate layers of proven technology and sophisticated analytical capabilities.

Deliver flexible, adaptable and controllable designs, allowing system operators to keep trains running safely and on schedule.

Meet Our Team

Tony Koltuv, PMP

Senior Vice President, Railroad & Transit

Scott McKelvie

Director of Business Development, Railroad & Transit

Ryan Breier

Vice President, Signals, Communications & Train Control

William Wiedmann, FIRSE

Chief Signals & Train Control Engineering Specialist

Derek Brown

Director of Washington DC Region

Maria Stahley

Railroad & Transit Project Manager