CarVue (OCR) CarVue (Bogie)

Manual train identification and bogie inspections are slow, labour-intensive, and prone to error. CarVue automates real-time data capture and verification, improving accuracy, safety, and operational efficiency.

Product overview

CarVue is a versatile camera module for train carriage monitoring. CarVue (OCR) is Camlin Rail’s automated system for inspecting the side of the train using Optical Character Recognition. It captures high-resolution images and reads IDs in real time, enabling accurate tracking, verification, and condition monitoring of rolling stock. CarVue (Bogie) provides detailed inspection of train bogies using advanced imaging technology. It enables both manual and automated analysis of bogie components, detecting wear, damage, or anomalies. By delivering actionable insights, CarVue helps operators shift from reactive to condition-based maintenance, improving safety and reducing downtime.

Instant insights, immediate action

Traditional train maintenance often relies on manual inspections, which are slow, labour-intensive, and prone to error. Staff must visually confirm train IDs and assess bogie condition which risks missed faults and delays, ultimately reducing fleet reliability.

CarVue solves this by automating train ID and bogie data capture in real-time. It improves accuracy, supports condition-based maintenance, and reduces manual input to enhance safety, streamline planning, and boost overall performance.

Key features

High-resolution imaging

CarVue modules capture detailed images of bogies, carriage condition, open doors and graffiti – enhancing quality even in low-light depot conditions.

Automated inspection analysis

Enables automated analysis of the train components, by improving consistency and reducing reliance on depot-based manual inspections.

Dual train identification

Supports RFID tagging for asset correlation, with OCR-based Machine Vision Identification (MVID) as a cost-effective alternative when RFID is unavailable.

Asset performance tracking

It correlates the identification data with the inspection imagery, allowing users to monitor, track and trend train (asset) performance over time.

Benefits of CarVue

Maximised fleet availability

Automated, real-time inspection maximizes availability of rolling stock, with no need to take trains out of service.

Safer working environment

Eliminates safety risks to maintenance staff, with no need to manually access top of carriage/power car.

Accurate, repeatable results

Fully automated inspection workflow provides consistent, highly precise and repeatable monitoring data.

Reduced risk of line teardown

Protects rail service continuity, customer revenues and potential threats to operational reputation.

Why choose CarVue?

CarVue enables automated inspection of the bogie area, carriage condition, open doors and graffiti, without the need for manual depot inspections often in the hours of darkness.