Welding of railway vehicles to EN 15085

The standard EN 15085 (railway applications: welding of railway vehicles and components) has applied in all EU countries since 2008. Clients of welding work require contractors to meet its requirements, which the contractor proves with a certificate for their production issued by a notified body.

What does EN 15085 define?

The standard defines the specific knowledge in the field of welding railway vehicles and components. Clients of welding work therefore require contractors to meet the specifics of the standard; the contractor proves this with a certificate for their production issued by a notified body.

What does the Welding Institute offer?

  • preparing your company for certification of its production to the standard EN 15085-2,
  • welding coordinators with the specific knowledge of the standard,
  • welding supervision and the preparation of design documentation,
  • technical-welding advice when preparing and reviewing contracts, orders and tender documentation.

Frequently asked questions

What is EN 15085?

The European standard for welding railway vehicles and components, in force in EU countries since 2008.

Do you issue a certificate to EN 15085-2?

We help to prepare the company for certification; the production certificate is issued by a notified body.

Do you offer welding coordinators?

Yes, welding coordinators with the specific knowledge of the standard.

Do you advise on contracts and tenders?

Yes, on the technical-welding part of preparing and reviewing contracts, orders and tender documentation.

How do I order a service?

Send an enquiry or call the contact person.

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