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Gioconda Rail

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Unit 10,
Woodfalls Business Centre,
Gravelly Ways,
Maidstone,
Kent,
ME18 6DA,
United Kingdom

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Asset Mapping

A powerful tool and process for inspecting the railway as part of the design process.

Fantastic 4K HD Video correlated to mileage, meterage and project grid.
Survey locations of existing assets − measure heights, offsets & clearances − log and record data with editable screen shots.

A good tool to prepare for signal sighting assessments.

4K Filming

Gioconda are now filming with 4K resolution video imagery at up to 60 frames per second.
UHD 4K contains approximately 4 times the number of pixels (3840×2160) compared to standard HD (1920×1080) and when used with the higher shutter speeds gives us pinpoint information when filming at higher speeds.
This is the next level of image capture for the railway industry benefitting Video Asset Survey, Signal Sighting and Driver Briefing into CP6

Track Centreline Mapping

With the future moving towards Automatic Train Control, Gioconda are increasingly outputting Track Centreline data as a by product from our other services.
Using GPS, correlated to Drivers video footage, we can supply
Raw Track Centreline 10hz readings
Processed Track Centreline at up to 0.1m spacings
Processed to remove ambiguous points
Smoothed vertical alignment
Densified point spacings
Grade and Curvature measurements
Linear datum references
Delivered as CSV, eXcel, CAD layout and Google overlay.

Signal Sighting

Gioconda is by far the most experienced supplier of Desktop Signal Sighting in the UK and are establishing ourselves in the Australian and European sectors.

Our signal sighting service is a complete process for form creation to sign-off.

Signal Immunisation

Based on our G-RAST HD system, Gioconda can accurately display proposed OLE and other infrastructure for Signal Immunisation assessment. This is the ideal solution for checking proposed electrification of existing lines where the current signalling is to be retained or new signals & signage is proposed.
Where multiple new structures are being installed, a combined video/virtual reality solution is the best way to achieve an accurate view of the obscuration of an existing signal. The Gioconda system has the added advantage of being fully desk based, removing the requirement for costly site visits by the design team and SSC.

Desktop Signal Sighting (HD&VR)

Signal Sighting from the safety of the office using High Definition Video and 3D Virtual Models
This process can be stand alone or builds upon our Asset Mapping system where the footage is previously correlated to the chainage specified by the project.
Once a draft signalling plan is available, Gioconda will integrate this information and build virtual signal structures. These are augmented onto the footage that will be used by the Signal Sighting Committee or be included in a full 3d model.

SSC Chair & SSF Creation

As part of our ‘complete’ service, we have engaged experienced SSC Chairs so we can fill the full requirements of our clients and projects.
Our SSC Chair rates are very competitive and we can usually supply them at short notice anywhere in the UK.
Where a project is using Desktop Signal Sighting we will ensure that our Chairperson is familiar with the tools and software to get the best out of this approach and if required support them through the SSF creation process.

BIM & 3D Modelling

Gioconda 3D & BIM modelling is a standalone service for all aspects of construction related 3D visualisation and virtual models. Whether for engineering assessment, BIM, visualisation, consultations or simulations we have the team to advise and provide the right kind of model for your needs.

Our 3D modelling team has a wide variety of skills and experience across the whole building & construction sector in the UK and abroad. We’ve been involved in many Rail projects − big and small and our breadth of experience covers from Roads to Rail to Airports, Housing to High Rise, Exploration to Utilities and even Historical and Archaeological sites.

We use the best people for each project who are adept at utilising the right tools for the job. We pride ourselves on having a fast turnaround and being able to identify efficiencies for re-using data to avoid duplication of previous work. When we couple this together with our video production team we can produce eye catching animated and motion tracked sequences.

Enhanced 3D

Our enhanced 3D is superb for communicating to the public and interested parties the visual impact and design benefits of a project. It can be used for video, TV, billboards, printed promotion material and online visuals. We have a track record of producing imagery for public consultations and presentations and large-scale prints.
For optimum realism our Enhanced 3D can be superimposed onto hi-res photos and videos to give as much detail as possible.

Animated Presentations & 4D

Our 3D models are ideal for creating video presentations either for promotional or consultation purposes.

Virtual Sighting Tool

Through our developed processes we can provide projects with VR models for early assessment based on Ordnance Survey and Aerial data through to detailed models for Grip 4 & 5 design analysis, training and IDC. All our 3D Models are transferable between standard 3D software applications and can be handed over for inclusion in Training Simulators.

Driver Briefing

Gioconda’s Driver Briefing packs have become a standard requirement for UK projects.

More recently we have delivered similar packs to Australia and are working with the local operators to establish these as the norm.

Primarily USB and DVD based, but also online, we have provided training packs all over the UK to many TOC’s and FOC’s.

DVDs & USB

Currently our usual delivery method for Driver Briefing videos is via Standard Definition DVD.
This is widely accepted by all TOCs/FOCs and has a proven track record for quality and usabilty in the training school or at home.
Standard DVDs do offer some limitations in terms of quality and text resolution so we offer to deliver all our projects in high quality Blu-ray DVD if required. Gioconda was the first company to deliver this format to a TOC − Airedrie to Bathgate driver briefing at the ScotRail training centre in 2010.

Online Training

Online training is already available and will transform our delivery process of this media but still requires TOC/FOC acceptance.
At project level we can reduce hefty DVD duplication costs and host the videos online via our Vimeo pages:
http://vimeo.com/giocondarail
and by using a dedicated webpage we can host all the infomation required for a Driver Briefing package.

Map Books & Brochures

We always supply an open PDF version of the Mapbook on CD which allows the user to digest the contents at a computer or print additional paper copies.
Hardcopy Mapbooks are becoming increasingly popular as part of the Driver Briefing pack and as such we have developed a simple, hardwearing format that fits the purpose.
Our wire or ring bound Mapbook is to easy to flip through and ideal for any driver to carry in their workbag.
For SmartPhone users − a lower resolution version is available on request.

About us

Established in 2006, Gioconda Rail have over 15 years’ experience in the development of desktop signal sighting tools for the UK rail market, catering to hundreds of organisations across the country.

Over the years, our team of professional and knowledgeable specialists have gained enough experience in land and engineering surveying, virtual reality, 3D/4D modelling, railway filming, route learner and driver briefing material, graphic and print artwork and software development to carry out a service that is reliable and effective.

Some of the main services we offer include asset mapping, 4K filming, track centreline mapping, signal sighting, signal immunisation, desktop signal sighting (HD&VR), SSC chair and SSF creation, virtual sighting tools, BIM and 3D modelling, enhanced 3D, animated presentations and 4D, online training and DVDs and USB. In recent years, we at Gioconda Rail have extended our services to Australia and Europe as well as the UK, continuing to expand our company on a more global scale. We are proud to be the one-stop shop for driver briefing, signal sighting and video asset mapping.

Our Services Include:

Asset Mapping
A powerful tool for railway design inspection, offering 4K HD video correlated to mileage, meterage, and project grids. It enables precise surveying of asset locations, measuring heights, offsets, and clearances, while capturing data with editable screenshots−ideal for preparing signal sighting assessments.

Signal Sighting
Gioconda is the UK’s leading provider of Desktop Signal Sighting, expanding into Australian and European markets. We offer a comprehensive signal sighting service, managing the entire process from form creation to final sign-off.

BIM & 3D Modelling
Gioconda’s 3D & BIM Modelling service delivers expert construction-related visualisation and virtual models for engineering, BIM, consultations, and simulations. Our experienced team supports diverse sectors, from rail and roads to airports, housing, utilities, and historical sites, both in the UK and internationally. We specialise in efficient data reuse, fast turnarounds, and creating dynamic animations and motion-tracked sequences with our video production team.

Driver Briefing
Gioconda’s Driver Briefing Packs are a standard for UK rail projects and are gaining adoption in Australia through collaboration with local operators. Delivered via USB, DVD, and online, these training packs have been widely used by numerous TOCs and FOCs across the UK.

Here at Gioconda Rail, we have a well-established client base including names such as Level Crossing Removal Authority, John Holland, Jacobs, Kier, London Underground, Metro, Network Rail, Parsons Brinckerhoff, RCS Australia, Siemens, Systra, Transport for London, WSP, Balfour Beatty, Atkins, Aecom and more.

We have received a lot of positive feedback over the years for our hard work within the industry and continue to exceed customer expectations by providing outstanding service from beginning to end.