Lithium-ion batteries (LiBs) are used as lightweight, long-lasting energy storage solutions. LiBs are also classified as a Class 9 dangerous good, and LiBs that are damaged, mishandled, or defective can start a fire. These fires are especially hazardous during air transport, as extinguishing these LiBs fires can be very difficult.;
This research evaluated the structural performance of TC-117 tank car designs in derailment scenarios, using a combination of derailment simulations, puncture performance evaluations, and considerations for cold weather material performance. TC-117 tank cars were predicted to have better performance than legacy TC-111 cars under derailment conditions; TC-117J tank cars (compliant with the new specifications) were found to have fewer punctures than several variants of TC-117R tank cars (retrofitted older cars) in all modelled scenarios.
The latest information on the Lac-Mégantic rail bypass project.
This project has been designed by CanmetENERGY-Ottawa (CE-O, Natural Resources Canada) and its industrial partner CRB Innovations Inc. to assess the feasibility of sing lignin-derived diesel fuels in order to reduce the emissions of non-biogenic greenhouse gases and criteria air contaminants from the rail sector. These “drop-in” biofuels are hydrocarbon-based blending stocks fully compatible with conventional diesel fuels. CE-O and CRB Innovations Inc.
Part IV: Filing Requirements
24.1 A railway company shall file railway schedules with the Department. Any changes to the railway schedules shall be filed by the railway company with the Department within thirty (30) days of implementation.
24.2 A railway company shall file with the Department, procedures/work instructions, and all amendments, for:
Part III: Equipment Requirements
21.1 All brake equipment shall be maintained in a safe and serviceable condition.
Part II: Brake Test Requirements
Part I: General
Approved on January 30, 2023
Effective: May 1, 2023
Important Note: the January 30, 2023, version of these rules come into effect on May 1, 2023.
