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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Innovation and Sustainability Are the Core of SKF at InnoTrans
SKF is present at InnoTrans this week, to discuss how its advanced solutions can enhance rail operations.
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The Uninterruptible Power System with the Stamina to Match Your Data Centre
Socomec has introduced a new medium power modular Uninterruptible Power System (UPS) – the MODULYS XM.
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Variable Frequency Drive TDS-3300 in Railway Applications
Premium Power Supplies highlights how it has successfully addressed the power conversion needs of two different train manufacturers.
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Flexible Elevated Cable Troughing Is Just the Job in Sussex
ARCOSYSTEM® elevated cable troughing from CCS was successfully installed in the south east of England.
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Transpennine Route Upgrade Proposes Plans from Stalybridge to Diggle
The UK's Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) project has proposed plans to upgrade the section of railway between Stalybridge and Diggle.
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ARCO Contributes to Dutch Highway Project
Complete Composite Systems' cable containment product ARCOSYSTEM® was installed along a highway bridge in the Netherlands.
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Siemens Mobility to Electrify Singapore's Cross Island Line
Siemens Mobility has been will lead a consortium with Concord Corporation Pte Ltd to deliver the Cross Island Line's power supply system.
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Hanoi Metro Line 3 Commences Passenger Service
Alstom has celebrated the start of revenue service on the elevated section of Hanoi Metro Line 3 on 8 August 2024.
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Laying Rail Cabling down the Sharp Slopes of the Black Forest
CCS' ARCOSYSTEM® was recently put to the test when it was fitted down a steep incline within the dramatic setting of the Black Forest.
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Viper Innovations Achieves Milestone with MBO
Viper Innovations has announced a change in ownership through a management buyout, which was completed on 15 July 2024.
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Deutsche Bahn to Expand and Electrify Cottbus–Görlitz Line
Deutsche Bahn has signed an agreement for the double-track expansion and electrification of the Cottbus–Görlitz route.
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UK: New Midland Main Line Power Lines to Go Live
Network Rail has announced that the latest section of the Midland Main Line is being electrified in Northamptonshire and Leicestershire.
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Special Bracket Design Ensures Seamless ARCO Fit
Complete Composite Systems used a bespoke bracket when installing the ARCOSYSTEM® cable containment system on a bridge in Germany.
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California High-Speed Rail Authority Awards Design Contract
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has contracted SYSTRA | TYPSA to design the track and overhead electrical systems for its initial r…
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Cable Troughing System Wins UK Award
Complete Composite Systems has announced that its ‘Rapid Route’ ARCOSYSTEM® has won a national rail award in the UK.
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Rapid Route ARCO Passes TRU Test
The ‘Rapid Route’ technique of installing CCS’s ARCOSYSTEM® cable troughing via Anchor Systems’ screw piles was an overwhelming success.
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Field-Proven Technology – intreXis Flat-Battery Start Units
intreXis offers two mature series DC/DC converters with a proven track record in many projects around the world.
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Experts in Custom Power Supplies
intreXis utilises its world-class power design capabilities to provide solutions specific to your requirements, giving you the optimal power…
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Calian Adds HC979XF and HC979EXF Helical GNSS Antennas
Calian has added the multi-constellation, full-band GNSS-housed HC979XF and embedded HC979EXF antennas.
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Weather on the Warpath - Heat
The changing climate poses increasing and serious challenges for vital arteries of travel and commerce – Sensonic discuss the affects of hea…
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Calian Adds Three New Multi-Constellation, Full-Band Accutenna GNSS Antennas
Calian has announced the addition of a line of multi-constellation, full-band Accutenna® GNSS antennas to its TW3000 XF antenna family.
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Caltrain Completes Integrated Testing between San Francisco and San Jose
Caltrain's electric trains have completed integrated testing between San Francisco and San Jose in California.
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Caltrain Celebrates Electrification of 51-Mile Corridor
Caltrain, Balfour Beatty and PG&E have celebrated the start of testing across the fully electrified 51-mile Caltrain corridor.
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Sensit Will Attend Hannover Messe 2024
Sensit has announced that it will be attending the Hannover Messe 2024 exhibition from 22 to 26th April in Hannover, Germany.
