Työkulku

Työkulkku is a type of crossover track in Finnish railways. The term is primarily used by VR Group, Finland's national railway operator. It is a type of track that combines the characteristics of both a railway track and a road, allowing for the passage of both wheeled and wheeled traffic.

Työkulkku is designed for low-speed traffic and is often built to facilitate the movement of construction equipment and personnel along a rail line. The tracks are typically made of steel and are laid on a similar foundation as standard rail tracks, but they may be reinforced to support the higher weight of road vehicles.

The primary purpose of a työkulkku is to provide an efficient and safe way to transport personnel and equipment along a rail line, particularly during construction or maintenance activities. It allows for the movement of road vehicles without disrupting rail traffic, thus minimizing disruptions to train services.

In recent years, työkulkku have become increasingly important in Finland's transportation infrastructure. As rail network upgrades and expansions continue, the demand for efficient and versatile transportation solutions has grown, and työkulkku have proven to be a valuable asset in meeting this demand.

VR Group's use of työkulkku may be compared to similar track infrastructure found in other countries, such as the Italian Italferr's "passerelle ferro-spedaliera unidirezionale" or the Swedish Transport Administration's "banvagnsstig". Each of these solutions shares the characteristic of combining rail and road traffic in a single track, but the specifics of each track system may vary.