Electrification Categories
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Cables & Wiring
Cables and wiring form the electrical backbone of railway infrastructure, connecting components across control, signalling, electrification and communication systems. Suppliers in this category offer power cables, data cables, control wiring and accessories designed for durability, electromagnetic compatibility and compliance with rail standards.
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Catenary Equipment / OLE
Catenary equipment, also known as overhead line equipment (OLE), delivers electrical power to trains via wires suspended above the track. These systems include contact wires, droppers, insulators, tensioning devices and support structures. Suppliers in this category provide design, installation and maintenance services for AC and DC overhead electrification systems used on mainline and high-speed railways.
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Complete AC & DC Electrification Systems
Complete electrification systems for both alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) networks, including substations, transformers, rectifiers, switchgear, and protection equipment. Suppliers in this category offer end-to-end solutions for mainline, metro, and high-speed rail networks, covering system design, integration, installation, and maintenance.
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Electrical Safety Systems
Electrical safety systems protect rail infrastructure, equipment and personnel from electrical faults and hazards. These solutions include surge protection devices, circuit breakers, grounding systems, insulation materials and electromagnetic shielding for components such as transformers, cables and switchgear. Suppliers in this category offer systems that ensure electrical reliability and safety compliance across rail networks.
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Modular Components
Modular components are pre-engineered units used in railway electrification and infrastructure to enable faster, more flexible installation and maintenance. These include modular substations, switchgear assemblies, cable troughs and pre-fabricated enclosures. Suppliers in this category offer scalable, factory-tested solutions that reduce installation time, improve safety and support system upgrades.
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Power Supply · Distribution
Power supply and distribution systems deliver and manage electrical power across railway networks, from substations to trackside equipment and on-board systems. These solutions include transformers, switchgear, cabling and load control systems. Suppliers in this category provide the infrastructure and technology needed to ensure consistent, efficient and safe power delivery for rail operations.
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Rail Power Supplies
Rail power supplies provide electrical power to signalling equipment, control systems and other trackside infrastructure. These units ensure consistent voltage and backup support for critical operations, including interlockings, point machines and level crossing protection. Suppliers in this category offer AC and DC power supply systems, battery backups and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) units tailored for railway applications.
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Railway Power Lines · Cables
Railway power lines and cables transmit electrical energy across the network, supplying power to trains, signalling systems and infrastructure. These may be installed overhead, trackside or underground depending on the application. Suppliers in this category provide high- and low-voltage power cables, connectors, support structures and related components designed for safe and reliable rail electrification.
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Substations · Transformers · Rectifiers
Substations, transformers and rectifiers are critical components in railway electrification systems, used to convert and regulate electrical power for safe and efficient distribution. Substations manage voltage levels, transformers step power up or down, and rectifiers convert AC to DC for third rail and metro systems. Suppliers in this category provide complete power conversion and control solutions tailored to mainline, urban and depot environments.
Electrification News
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Charcroft Signs UK Distribution Agreement with Euroquartz Ltd
Charcroft Electronics Ltd., – a specialist distributor and manufacturer of electronic components for harsh and high-end applications – has s…
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Telegaertner Data Cables for Railway Applications
Data cables from Telegärtner meets the increased requirements for fire protection systems in rail vehicles. This has been successfully teste…
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TE Connectivity Unveil New M12 Cable Assemblies for Rail
TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, has extended its modular twisted pair cable assembly offering with new M12…
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Socomec Transfer Switches Range – AlwaysOn
Full range of Manual, Remotely Operated and Automatic Transfer Switches from 16 to 6300 Amps. From compact manual transfer switches to the e…
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Germany: Coradia iLint Receives Federal Approval for Commercial Operation
Alstom has announced that the Coradia iLint, the first passenger train in the world powered by hydrogen cells has received approval from the…
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DC/DC Converters With Contact-Cooling (BPC Technology) for Rolling Stock
Due to its rugged design, the DC/DC Converters with contact-cooling (BPC technology), it is possible to reduce the power loss via heat dissi…
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BT Cables On Track for Significant Business Growth
Over the last 12 months BT Cables, the specialist cable manufacturing division of the BT Group, has been steadfastly developing its railway …
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Charcroft Launches New Website for Harsh and High-End Applications
Charcroft Electronics Ltd., – a specialist distributor and manufacturer of electronic components for harsh and high-end applications – has l…
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New & Improved Plenum Rated LMR-LLPX Cables
Times Microwave Systems's improved LMR-LLPX series of plenum cables, which have a red fluoropolymer jacket, replaced the LMR-LLPL series.
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PRINT POWER Modules PMAS24 from MTM Power
The primary switched PRINT POWER modules PMAS24 from MTM Power have been designed as universal compact power supplies for PCB mounting with …
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Railway Industry Association: The government must keep an open mind about rail electrification
In this article Darren Caplan, Chief Executive Officer of the Railway Industry Association, explains why his organisation is campaigning to …
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High Voltage Converters for Operation at Contact Wire
MTM Power GmbH, the specialist for high-quality power supplies, offers in its program DC/DC converters of the series HVC with 250 W for rail…
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TE Connectivity Champions Railway Safety With New Inserts for Heavy Duty Connectors
TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, has introduced a new range of inserts for heavy duty connectors (HDC) that…
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Flexicon Extends its Range of Liquid Tight Conduit Solutions
Flexible conduit manufacturer Flexicon has extended its range of liquid tight conduit solutions with a range of fittings which are UL listed…
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New £46m Train Depot Provides Jobs Boost for Greater Manchester
With the number of passengers set to double in the north over the next 25 years, more depots are needed to enable the more frequent services…
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TE Launches High-Speed Data Cable for Railway Rolling Stock and Infrastructure
TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, has introduced a new Category 5e (Cat5e) quad high-speed data cable for ra…
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Flexicon to Showcase Network Rail PADS-Approved Conduit Systems and New UK Rail Infrastructure Brochure at Infrarail 2018
Flexicon will be showcasing its range of Network Rail Parts and Drawing System (PADS) approved cable protection systems and launching its br…
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Alstom to Supply Futuristic Catenary-Free Power Supply System for Istanbul
Alstom will supply a full APS ground-level power-supply solution for the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality. The solution will be installed …
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Charcroft Electronics and MTM Power to Exhibit at Rail Live 2018
Charcroft Electronics will be exhibiting at Rail Live 2018 together with MTM Power on stand W74. A strong linecard of rugged electronic rail…
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How Traceability Technology Can Help Reduce Copper Cable Theft
Line-side copper cable theft continues to blight the UK’s rail infrastructure. Aside from the cost implications, which can run into millions…
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Siemens to Build Light Rail System for Greater Copenhagen
In a consortium with the general infrastructure contractor Per Aarsleff A/S, Siemens has received an order to build a light rail system for …
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DIN Rail Power Supplies for Harsh Industrial Environments
Further to the proven standard features, this module offers additional technical optimisations for the use in switching cabinets. DIN rail p…
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TE Connectivity to Supply High-Voltage Roofline Equipment for Stadler SMILE Trains
TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, has been selected by train manufacturer Stadler to supply high-voltage roo…
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DIN Rail Module HSA50 for Rough Environmental Conditions
The MTM Power DIN rail module HSA50 has been designed as a universal compact power supply with AC- (90…264 VAC) and DC (120…340 VDC) wide in…
