Why COTS Controllers Are the New Standard

Rail operators and system integrators face rising modernization pressure, long asset lifecycles and increasing cybersecurity demands. Proprietary safety technology often leads to high costs, vendor lock-in and limited flexibility.

Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) safety controllers provide a standardized, certified and scalable alternative for interlockings, signaling systems and train control management.

Scalable, Certified and Cost-Efficient

• SIL 4 compliant according to CENELEC standards
• Lower acquisition and life cycle costs
• Open interfaces and IEC 61131 programming
• Long-term availability and global support
• Integrated cybersecurity architecture

By combining proven safety performance with modular architecture and interoperability, COTS systems enable flexible modernization strategies while ensuring maximum safety and long-term investment security.