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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intreXis: A New Definition of High Performance DC-DC Converters for Railway Applications
The new intreXis converter generation sets a new benchmark for high performance DC-DC converters for railway applications. The intreXis Boar…
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First Electric Train Runs Between Edinburgh and Glasgow
Passengers who travel on the Edinburgh to Glasgow mainline are another step closer to new electric trains, as the ScotRail Alliance successf…
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Powernet and Amaronia Join Forces to Market Rail Power Solutions
Auxiliary power, battery and battery management technology has made a huge jump forward during the last years. Powernet has developed...
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Edinburgh to Glasgow Electrification Reaches Another Milestone
The electrification of the Edinburgh to Glasgow mainline took positive steps forward this week, as the ScotRail Alliance prepares for full t…
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Heikki Viika Named New CEO of Powernet
Heikki Viika joins Powernet as the new CEO, as Berndt Schalin reaches retirement age. Mr Viika brings vast experience from an international …
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Charcroft to Showcase Specialist Sensors at National Event
See the latest reflective optical sensor with market-leading ambient-light immunity on Stand D8 at Sensors & Instrumentation 2017.
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Flexicon to Exhibit at the 12th International Railway Fair TRAKO
Flexicon are delighted to be exhibiting at the 12th International Railway Fair TRAKO held biennially in Gdańsk Poland. TRAKO is Poland’s lar…
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intreXis Expands its Range of High-Performance DC-DC Converters
intreXis has expanded its range of high-performance DC-DC Converters with a new 75 W family, providing a single-output voltage of 15 V / 75 …
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Flexicon Limited Acquired by Atkore International Group Inc.
Atkore International Inc. (Atkore) announced that it has acquired Flexicon Limited (Flexicon), a leading global manufacturer of...
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Network Rail Apologises as Waterloo Station Upgrade Works Overrun
Network Rail has now fully reopened Waterloo station after completing one of the largest and most complex upgrades in the station’s history.
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Edinburgh-Glasgow Line Electrification Goes Live for Testing
Work on the line between Edinburgh and Glasgow will shortly enter a testing and safety validating process, which will enable the introductio…
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UK’s First Tram Train Pilot Progresses
Network Rail engineers will complete vital milestones for the pioneering Tram Train pilot this summer, as work progresses to put the South Y…
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Modernisation Work Along the South Wales Mainline Presses On
Network Rail is reminding residents between Monmouthshire and Cardiff that modernisation work is taking place along the South Wales Mainline…
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Crossrail: New Footage Reveals Tunnel Fit-Out Progress
New images released by Crossrail reveal further tunnel fit-out progress as work continues under London to install the overhead catenary syst…
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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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UK: Electrification A Step Closer After Successful Railway Upgrade
Railway Electrification on the Great Western mainline has moved a step closer after Network Rail successfully upgraded the railway in Swindo…
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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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ASC Presents its New Tilt Sensor in Four Different Configurations
ASC, the leading manufacturer of accelerometers, angular rate sensors and IMUs (inertial measurement units), has now unveiled its first tilt…
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Federal Funding for Caltrain Electrification Confirmed
The Caltrain Electrification Project is an opportunity to increase the capacity of the system and transform the way Bay Area experiences tra…
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Alstom Presents its New CLever Cantilever for the UK Rail Network
Alstom announced the launch of its new CLever cantilever for the UK rail network at Railtex, the international exhibition of rail equipment,…
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Alstom to Renew Buenos Aires Metro Power Supply
Alstom has been awarded a contract worth around €17 million, to renew power supply for Line B of Subterráneos de Buenos Aires (SBASE). The p…
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Wire Free Operation for Newcastle Light Rail
Minister for Transport and Infrastructure Andrew Constance announced the removal of overhead wires from the Newcastle light rail plan as par…
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Charcroft Highlights Ruggedised Electronic Components and Specialist Design Support at Railtex 2017
Charcroft Electronics Ltd., – a specialist, knowledge-based distributor and manufacturer of ruggedised electronic components for harsh and h…
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Thames Valley Electrification Reaches Major Milestone
New trains on the way as Thames Valley electrification reaches major milestone. Last weekend, Network Rail successfully electrified 12 miles…

