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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SKF to Supply Railway Wheelset Bearings to Morocco’s National Operator
The Moroccan rail operator, ONCF has placed an order with SKF for the delivery of 15,000 railway wheelset bearings over a period of...
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UK Government Unveils Plan to Improve Accessibility in Transport
The Government has announced work aimed at improving accessible toilets on the railways to improve accessibility in transport for people wit…
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Rail Institute Compiles Report on Production of Light-Weight Bogies
An ambitious plan to double the amount of European freight carried by rail could depend on the development of light-weight bogies produced u…
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World’s First Citadis X05 Light Rail Vehicle Delivered to Sydney
Alstom has delivered the first of 60 Citadis X05 light rail vehicles (LRVs) to Transport for New South Wales (TfNSW) in Sydney, Australia, a…
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PowerRail, Inc. Unveils Sister Company PowerSeal Solutions
PowerRail, Inc., an AAR M-1003 Certified Quality Company, is pleased to announce the formation of a new sister company, PowerSeal Solutions™…
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RTA Inspects Progress of New Trains for Dubai Metro
A delegation from the Roads and Transport Authority has visited France to check the work progress in the manufacturing of 50 new trains for …
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Fire Protection and Safety in Tunnels 2017
The 2017 Fire Protection and Safety in Tunnels will build on the success of our previous events which will see the likes of AIBN, Bane NOR, …
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New Elizabeth Line Trains are First to Run Without Yellow Front Ends
Following changes announced to standards last year, the new fleet of Elizabeth Line trains are the first to run on Britain’s mainline railwa…
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Deutsche Bahn’s New Trains Run More Efficiently with Advanced Technologies from SKF
Bearing design and integration expertise from SKF has helped Siemens and Bombardier to create a new generation of reliable, highly efficient…
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NEW DESIGN of the Interior Temperature Sensor for Railway Vehicles
SENSIT s.r.o. would like to introduce to you the new modern design of an Interior Temperature Sensor for Railway Vehicles with a resistance,…
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Airpax ICL Series Rail-Mount Hydraulic Magnetic Circuit Breakers
Designed specifically for 35mm DIN rail, Airpax ICL series Rail-Mount Hydraulic Magnetic circuit breakers offer the advantage of...
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PowerRail Locomotive Services Celebrate Expansion
PowerRail Locomotive Services recently broke-ground on their latest facility improvement project. Plans include the expansion of the existin…
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Combined Sensors for Effective Ventilation in Rail Vehicles
With the use of Combined temperature, relative humidity and CO2 sensors, SENSIT s.r.o. ensure effective ventilation in rail vehicles.
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19" Plug-In Unit with 150 W for Railway Applications
Converters for Railway Applications. Based on the PCMDS150, especially designed and already well-proven for applications in vehicle and rail…
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Fraunhofer Conduct Research on Noise Emissions in Rail
Environmental noise has a huge impact on human health and quality of life. Reducing noise emissions in rail is an important step in dealing …
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Union Pacific: 3D Printing Technology Revolutionises Railroading
While NASA is finding ways to use 3D printing technology to provide necessities for colonising Mars, Union Pacific is applying the same tech…
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Frauscher On Track as Growth Exceeds Expectations
Ever since its foundation, Frauscher has followed an intensive strategy of global growth. Throughout the years, this approach has been imple…
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German Train Derails Due to Mudslide
German train derails due to a mudslide following torrential rainfall in Thuringia, east Germany, on Friday evening. Recovery works are to be…
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CRRC Orders Rolls-Royce MTU Rail Engines
Rolls-Royce is to supply MTU rail engines for New Zealand rail operator Kiwi Rail for the fourth time. Fifteen 20V 4000 R43 engines are...
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The 3D Printing Revolution at Deutsche Bahn
3D printing at Deutsche Bahn is making the German state-owned transport and logistics company faster, more reliable and more convenient for …
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Parker Hannifin Partners with Tidyco to Showcase Motion and Control Solutions for the Rail Industry at Railtex 2017
Celebrating its centenary year, Parker Hannifin, the global leader in motion and control technologies, is participating at this year’s...
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CRRC to Build Manufacturing Plant in Canada
CRRC Corporation announced on May 5 that it will build a plant in Canada as it looks to further expand its marketing channels in North Ameri…
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Hitachi Begins Work on Virgin Trains’ Azuma Fleet
Virgin Trains’ customers are a step closer to new trains as work begins on the Azuma fleet (Class 800), due to enter service on the east coa…
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SKF Wins "Best Supplier of the Year" Award from Traktionssysteme Austria
SKF has been working with TSA to provide a complete range of superior quality standard, hybrid and electrically insulated bearings – most of…