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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The EvoTrak Family from Stäubli – High-Performance Connectors for Limited Space
Stäubli Electrical Connectors presents its EvoTrak family of compact, high-performance connectors that boost rail efficiency.
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Upgraded Mechanical Design Of Dellner DAC Gen. 4
Dellner has launched a new installation tool for its Gen 4 Digital Automatic Coupler to boost efficiency and reduce downtime.
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Wi-Fi for Freight Rail: Boosting Efficiency with Modern Connectivity
COMET Industries explores the benefits of WiFi-enhanced rail operations, including real-time communication and remote diagnostics.
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Polarteknik – A Trusted Partner for Sustainable Rail Interiors
Polarteknik delivers sustainable and reliable interior door systems for leading train manufacturers across the globe.
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WH Davis to Supply 150 Freight Wagons for Irish Services
Independent railway wagon manufacturer WH Davis has been awarded a €44 million export deal for the supply of 150 freight wagons for Ireland.
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Southco Access Hardware Tackles the Challenges of Rail Modernisation
Southco explores how its access hardware saves time, reduces costs and supports smarter, more sustainable train design.
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How to Choose your Railway Fuses?
Mersen explains the key factors to consider when choosing railway fuses, including voltage, breaking capacity, and physical size.
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APD: Power Solutions Alternative for your Prime Mover
INPS Group’s APD division supplies reliable locomotive components, including cylinder heads, liners, and pistons.
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China: Wireless Double-Heading Coupling System Introduced at Nanning Depot
A new close-range wireless double-heading coupling system has been deployed on 148 HXD1C locomotives at the Nanning depot in southern China.
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Railcar Component Repair: Tips to Save Time and Costs
Comet Industries shares how proactive repair of railcar components improves efficiency and lowers maintenance costs for operators.
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Real-Time Insight to Shoe vs. Third Rail Intimate Contact
Mersen has unveiled its D-CCD, which enables real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance of third rail systems.
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Wheelset Presses Made in the USA – MAE. Supplies Press to MBTA
MAE-Eitel has delivered its first US-built wheelset press to MBTA, marking a key step in modernising rail maintenance in the United States.
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SYSTRA to Assist in UK Transition to FRMCS
SYSTRA UK and Ireland has announced it will be assist the Rail Safety and Standards Boards (RSSB) in the UK's switch to FRMCS.
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Alstom to Supply Kawasaki with Additional Propulsion Systems for NYCT
Alstom will supply Kawasaki Rail Car Inc. with propulsion components for 435 additional new subway cars for New York City Transit's fleet.
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Rail Service Center in Mosbach
Gmeinder's Rail Service Center in Mosbach provides precise and flexible rail maintenance, by combining expert care with modern technology.
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Extending Railcar Life Expectancy
COMET Industries shares how its railcar refurbishment services have improved fleet longevity and regulatory compliance.
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OIG Report Highlights Key Improvement Areas for Amtrak
Amtrak’s Office of Inspector General (OIG) has released a report identifying gaps in its service for passengers with disabilities.
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Long-Term Partnership Agreement With Siemens Mobility
Dellner and Siemens Mobility have signed a long-term deal to enhance coupler reliability and fleet performance in UK rail.
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Proven Strategies for Effective Railcar Maintenance
COMET explores strategies for improved and effective railcar maintenance, including key components and advanced technology.
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Cork and Rubber Composites in Railway Applications
Amorim’s cork-rubber composites, such as rail pads and baseplate pads, have been installed across the industry to control vibrations.
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Mattei Group and Bemo Rail: New Business Prospects and 10 Years of Cooperation
Mattei Group and Bemo Rail have collaborated for 10 years and have expanded their partnership towards new industrial rail opportunities.
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How Holmberg Quickly Turns a Concept Into a Series Product
At a recent conference in Denmark, Holmberg discussed its production of high-performance acoustic solutions such as transducers.
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Sustainability That Works: Reconditioning Rail Components for Long-Term Value
COMET Industries supports sustainable rail operations by extending component life through expert reconditioning.
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Mattei to Exhibit Air Compressors at Rolling Stock Networking
Mattei will be attending Rolling Stock Networking this week to exhibit its compressed air solutions for rolling stock and infrastructure.