Train Components Categories
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On-Board Traction, Power & Safety Equipment
This section covers the systems that deliver traction, manage on-board power and ensure safety on rail vehicles. These include HVAC units, current collectors and pantographs, batteries, fire detection and suppression systems, and related equipment used across passenger and freight rolling stock.
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- Alternative Traction Technologies
- Auxiliary Power
- Diesel Engines, Alternators & Generators
- Electronic Train Components
- EMC Shielding
- Fire Detection · Suppression
- Fuel Cells & Components
- Fuel Handling · Lubricants
- Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC)
- Lighting · Safety Lighting
- On-Board Transformers, Inverters & Rectifiers
- Pantographs & Current Collectors
- Traction Cooling Equipment
- Traction Motors
- Train Batteries
- Train Converters
- Train Power Converters
- Train Speedometers · Safety
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Running Gear
Running gear includes all mechanical components that enable a train to run on the track, such as bogies, wheelsets, axles, bearings and suspension systems. These components support the vehicle’s weight, guide it safely along the rails and absorb forces during operation to ensure ride quality, stability and safety.
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Train Body Components
Train body components include structural elements such as doors, windows, panelling and roof sections, as well as smaller fittings and fixtures. This category also covers materials used in the construction and maintenance of train bodies, including adhesives, sealants, coatings and corrosion protection solutions.
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- Accessibility Equipment
- Buffers · Couplers · Drawgear
- Freight Train Loading · Discharge Components
- Freight Train Underframes
- Freight Wagon Bodies
- Gangways
- General Wagon Components
- Latching Systems · Handles · Hinges
- Minor Components
- Rolling Stock Materials
- Train Body Shells · Structural Parts
- Train Doors
- Train Part Forgings · Castings
- Train Windows
Train Components News
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Interior Temperature Sensors for Railway Vehicles
In response to increasing air quality requirements, SENSIT is introducding a new line of interior temperature sensors for railway vehicles.
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PowerRail Awarded Major Contract with New Jersey Transit
PowerRail, Inc., a certified AAR M-1003 Quality Company, was recently awarded a multi-year $1.9M contract with New Jersey Transit.
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Schaltbau to Exhibit at the Rail Infrastructure Networking Event
Schaltbau will be exhibiting at the Rail Infrastructure Networking event at Derby Arena on 5th September. As well as being widely used on...
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intreXis Present Compact 500 W DC-DC Converter with Power Boost
IntreXis has developed a new 500 W DC-DC Converter with Power Boost function. It Sources 1.5 times the nominal output power (750 W).
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DC/DC Converter IP66 - Xtra Dust and Waterproof
The 300W DC/DC converter now features an extremely robust IP66 aluminium housing which protects against dust and water ingress.
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A Turnkey Solution to Technical Cleanliness
The OLYMPUS CIX100 cleanliness inspector is an intuitive metrological tool that automatically locates, counts, and measures particle size.
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Flat Cars for Deutsche Bahn Sent for Testing
The flat cars Deutsche Bahn ordered from UWC are undergoing testing to ensure they are fit for purpose prior to certification.
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LED Bulbs – Are They Worth the Investment?
PowerRail offer a wide range of LED, Halogen, and Incandescent lightbulbs. PowerRail’s LED Headlights and Ditch Lights operate at only 40W.
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Unipart Rail: Taking Aqueous Guard Technology to China
Guangzhoh and DongGuan Metros have both invited Unipart Rail to protect their fleets external appearance with Aqueous Guard.
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nVent SCHROFF: Modernizing Aging Equipment for Rolling Stock
Download the new E-Book from nVent SCHROFF and learn how to meet the challenges of modernizing rolling stock.
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Schaltbau Contactors Help Keep Nexus Trains Moving
Schaltbau contactors are being fitted in the traction system and replace legacy parts from the vehicle originally built by Metro Cammell.
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Zonegreen Begins Major Safety Upgrade for Siemens
Rail safety specialist Zonegreen is working with Siemens to overhaul the personnel protection systems installed at its UK maintenance depots…
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FreightCar America Announces Roanoke Facility Closure
FreightCar America Inc. announced that it has started the process to permanently close its Roanoke, Virginia railcar manufacturing facility.
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Adaptable Depot Protection System for Harsh Coastal Environment
Due to the great success of the new Depot Protection System at Penzance which was delivered on time, the system has now been successfully...
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HAKEL to Exhibit at the 13th International Railway Fair TRAKO 2019
For the third time in a row HAKEL will be attending TRAKO, which takes place for the 13th time in 2019. Our highlight products at the...
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Deutsche Bahn Will Resume Acceptance of ICE 4 Trains
Siemens, Bombardier and Deutsche Bahn have come to an agreement regarding the ICE 4 fleet. DB will resume acceptance of the fleet right away…
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Hungarian Railways Gets Its First Stadler KISS
Stadler and Hungarian Railways celebrated the roll out of the first KISS double-decker (part of an order of 11) due to enter service in 2020…
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Industry Insider Week 28 – 10 Must-Read Rail Stories
The Railway-News Industry Insider week 28: Alstom supplies final 'Jazz' train, traction systems for 222 metro cars and delivers training.
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DB Starts 3D Printing Heavy Metal Components
Deutsche Bahn is now able to manufacture heavy components made of metal using 3D printing. A single component can weigh up to 17kg.
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Schaltbau Solves Customer Problems by Designing and Making Accessories
The company solves customer problems by designing and making accessories. For example, this portable 96V DC train battery booster pack for..…
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Hamburg Buys Additional 32 DT5 Metro Trains
Hamburg has ordered an additional 32 DT5 metro trains from the Alstom-Bombardier consortium. They will enter service from January 2021.
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Mechan Transforms Turntable Design
The Sheffield-based manufacturer has launched a new turntable design, following 18 months’ research and development into ways to overcome...
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Unipart Rail: Value through Innovation
At Unipart Rail we carefully assess both our own innovations, and those of the innovators we partner with, to ensure that there are many...
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Stäubli: Strong Connectors for Swissloop
Stäubli’s pluggable connectors enable batteries to be changed quickly and accurately. The MSD solution (manual safety disconnect) is also...