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 Videos
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Jörn Dual Bush – Easy-to-Install Solution
With help of the dual bush, Jörn has vastly improved the mounting of stabilizers and anti-roll bars for trucks and railway boogies.
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Premium ODX-6000: 6000W DC/AC Inverter
ODX-6000: Premium's 6000W DC/AC inverter allows up to 5 parallelizable units, which can add up to 30kW, making it a unique solution in the m…
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The 8 Stages of Pantograph Inspection
Yumain's Edge Computing Sensor – The 8 Stages of Pantograph Inspection. Train analysis done on OCS in 1500 V in January 2021.
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Jörn Slit Bush - Maximum Load Using Prestress
For more than 50 years Jörn has been developing maintenance-free and wear-free rubber metal parts for damping and isolating shocks and vibra…
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ECS Pro – Pantograph Analysis Animation
Pantograph analysis and detection. Animation of Yumain’s innovative solution: the prevention of catenary tearing incidents on railway networ…
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Jörn GmbH - Technology in Rubber and Metal
For more than 50 years Jörn has been developing maintenance-free and wear-free rubber metal parts for damping and isolating shocks and vibra…
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The Derby Rubber Internship Program
In 2020, Derby Rubber introduced its inaugural tertiary internship placements and accepted two University of Adelaide students to the team.
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IMA Dresden - Train Bogie Strength Tests
As an independent and accredited testing center, IMA Dresden is the international market leader for rail vehicle testing.
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“Banana” Locomotive Auxiliary Power Unit (APU)
Introducing the patent pending “Banana” locomotive auxiliary power unit. Reduce your operating costs while still providing comfort and reduc…
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Emeg® Group: Plymouth Laira Depot GWR
Plymouth Laira Depot is operated by Great Western Railway (GWR) and is mainly concerned with overhaul and daily servicing of their fleet.
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Emeg® Group: Howdon Road Case Study
Check out Emeg® Group's exciting case study video for their project for Nexus in Tyne & Wear – Howdon Satellite Depot.
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NSH Group & NSH USA: Dual End Combination Railway Wheel Press
The Simmons DCP-400 Dual End Combination Wheel Press mounts and demounts wheels, bearings, gearboxes, and other railway wheel set components…
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Principle: Traversing with the Frauscher Wheel Sensor RSR180
The wheel sensor currents are damped by the wheel and fall below the trigger level ON of the connected evaluation board for each sensor.
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Derby Rubber: Manufacturing Is More than Just Production
Derby Rubber understands that manufacturing is more than just production; it starts with fully understanding your client’s needs.
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AI-Based Technology from EYYES
AI-based technology from EYYES enables the exact detection and classification of vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists.
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Derby Rubber: Go the Distance with Ballastick®
Derby Rubber is the world leader in manufacturing high-performance ballast regulator broom elements that leave the competition in its tracks…
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IMA Dresden – Car Body Test
A car body drives out and the next one drives in. On average, IMA Dresden test between 7 and 10 car bodies on our premises every year.
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MÖLLER - The History of a Family Company
The Möller Group, a family-owned company with a history going back nearly 300 years and strong roots in Germany, is today a globally active …
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Airflow and Guiding Systems for Rail Vehicles
As a long-term development partner to the rail industry, MöllerWerke have developed pioneering airflow and guiding systems for rail vehicles…
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QSK95 Time Lapse Video
Do you know what goes into creating the Cummins QSK95 engine? Check out this video to watch the process.
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Cummins Rail Ahead of the Curve Engine Features
Cummins' innovative high-performance/low-maintenance diesels are at work for many of the world’s most advanced rail companies.
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CVS-280: Premium's New Low Voltage Battery Starter
Starting a train can be complicated. The new CVS-280 allows energy to be obtained from the catenary and use it to start the vehicle.
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Cummins Rail Ahead of the Curve Global
With our century-old reputation for excellence, Cummins gives you unmatched resources and thinking to optimize rail performance and lower co…
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Specialinsert TC/SC/1 Threaded Insert for Sandwich Panel
An installation guide for the Specialinsert TC/SC 1 tubular threaded rivet nut with a knurled body. This system is recommended by Bencore®.