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 Documents
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Astronics: ATS-500 High-Power Testing
Railway-News magazine Issue 4 Rolling Stock edition, November 2022: Astronics – ATS-500 High-Power Testing.
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Inverter Tip: Soft-Start and V/f Technique
Premium Power Supplies offers you tips to use and maintain 3ph DC/AC inverters and methods to control induction motors.
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Certified Cable Management - From Rolling Stock to Infrastructure
HellermannTyton is a leader in solutions in bundling, fastening, identifying, protecting and processing cables and wires in rail vehicle con…
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Control Loop Stability Measurement in Power Supplies
Premium Power Supplies explains how control loops ensure that the working point of SMPS's are obtained with the minimum steady-state error.
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New Roxtec Seal Covers All Needs Within Rolling Stock
Railway-News magazine Issue 3, September 2022: Roxtec International AB – New Roxtec Seal Covers All Needs Within Rolling Stock.
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Complete Sealing Solutions for Rail Infrastructure
Railway-News magazine Issue 3, September 2022: Roxtec International AB – Complete Sealing Solutions for Rail Infrastructure.
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Power Electronics Development: Staying on Track
Railway-News magazine Issue 3, September 2022: Premium Power Supplies | Power Electronics Development: Staying on Track.
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PowerRail Expands to Larger Premises to Meet Growing Demand
Railway-News magazine Issue 3, September 2022: PowerRail – PowerRail Expands to Larger Premises to Meet Growing Demand.
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ZÖLLNER Product Innovations
Railway-News magazine Issue 3, September 2022: ZÖLLNER Signal GmbH - Trackside Product Innovations.
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Is Your Train Safely and Comfortably Connected?
Railway-News magazine Issue 3, September 2022: Stäubli Electrical Connectors - Is Your Train Safely and Comfortably Connected?
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Low-Frequency EMC Problems? Selite Is a Problem Solver
Railway-News magazine Issue 3, September 2022: Selite - Low-Frequency EMC Problems? Selite Is a Problem Solver.
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Under Sleeper Pads in Heavy Haul: Extending the Life of the Railway
Railway-News magazine Issue 3, September 2022: Pandrol – Under Sleeper Pads in Heavy Haul: Extending the Life of the Railway.
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A Key Player in Railway Electrification Since the Very Beginning
Railway-News magazine Issue 3, September 2022: Gruppo Bonomi – A Key Player in Railway Electrification Since the Very Beginning.
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Trackside Cable Troughing Made Easy Thanks to ARCOSYSTEM®
Railway-News magazine Issue 3, September 2022: CCS – Trackside Cable Troughing Is Made Easy Thanks to the Flexible Arcosystem®.
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Smart Pantograph-Catenary Monitoring Systems for Railway Operators
Intel and its global ecosystem of partners have collaborated on a Pantograph Catenary Monitoring System (PCMS) solution.
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TECHNO-ELEC: Relays Tailored to Your Needs
TECHNO-ELEC has been providing reliable performance and flexibility in designing custom made relays for over 80 years.
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Applications for Roxtec Seals in Rolling Stock
Explore the multitude of applications for Roxtec sealing solutions in the rolling stock and e-mobility industries.
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Applications for Roxtec Seals in Rail Assets and Systems
Roxtec's certified seals cover all requirements for facilities and systems within electrification, signalling and communication.
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Roxtec: Fire Protection Seals for Rolling Stock
Use Roxtec seals for cables, metal pipes and plastic conduits to improve passenger safety and reduce the risk of equipment failure.
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Gruppo Bonomi – Serving Rail Electrification
Bonomi has been involved in rail electrification from its inception, providing innovative solutions in overhead line technology.
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WB-MC
The WB component "WB-MC" enables communicative networking with remote components among themselves.
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Cable & Harness Electrical Interconnect Test Solutions
Railway-News magazine Issue 2, June 2022: Nexeya Canada - Cable & Harness Electrical Interconnect Test Solutions
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A Conversation with Railway Depot Specialist Emeg Group
Railway-News magazine Issue 2, June 2022: Emeg Group: A Conversation with Railway Depot Specialist Emeg Group
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PowerRail – PowerRail Engine Systems Joins the PowerRail Family
Railway-News magazine Issue 2, June 2022: PowerRail – PowerRail Engine Systems Joins the PowerRail Family.
