Balise System


Intertech Rail’s Balise System is a critical element of modern railway signaling, providing state-of-the-art positioning solutions that ensure accurate and secure train-to-track communication.


Each harsh environment balise tag is built to resist vibration, extreme weather, and heavy traffic conditions while transmitting essential data such as permitted speed, movement authority, and track conditions directly to onboard units. This enables precise train positioning, automatic train warning, and reliable enforcement of speed restrictions, reducing human error and strengthening overall safety. Fully compatible with ATP, ATO, and ATC systems of all major integrators.


Intertech Rail delivers complete and future-ready solutions that combine balise tags, readers, and control systems in one unified platform, ensuring safer operations, optimized performance, and long-term efficiency for both conventional and next-generation railways.


Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is ATC (Automatic Train Control)?

    Automatic Train Control (ATC): ATC is a system that monitors and controls the movement of trains, ensuring they operate safely and efficiently. ATC includes various subsystems, such as train detection, speed control, and trackside signals. ATC is designed to help prevent accidents by automatically enforcing speed limits and stopping the train if necessary.

  • What is ATO (Automatic Train Operation)?

    Automatic Train Operation (ATO): ATO is a system that automates the driving of trains. ATO is responsible for starting, accelerating, and stopping the train, as well as maintaining the speed and position of the train on the track. ATO can be used to reduce the workload of train drivers, increase efficiency, and reduce the risk of human error.

  • What is ATP (Automatic Train Protection)?

    Automatic Train Protection (ATP): ATP is a safety system that ensures trains do not exceed speed limits or run past signals. ATP continuously monitors the train's speed and position, and automatically applies the brakes if necessary. ATP can help prevent train accidents caused by human error, such as speeding or running a red light.