1 day ago . Rail yards, depots and workshops require state-of-the-art equipment, as well as handling and control systems capable of heavy lifting for the maintenance, repair and overhaul of rolling stock, including locomotives, wagons, passenger cars and ancillary vehicles. Fully automated train wash systems help effectively remove dust, greasy dirt, and stains to keep …
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According to Brian Solomon's book, " Railway Maintenance: The Men And Machines That Keep The Railroads Running ," ballast performs three primary functions; it acts as a stabilizer in keeping rails and ties firmly in place, distributes the weight evenly throughout the ties, and carries water away from the track structure.
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Since 1980, Railway Equipment Company (RECO) has been manufacturing safe and reliable products for railroads and transit operations. We are dedicated solely to the railway business and no other. While leading the charge in new technology, RECO continues to improve its products in a constant effort to provide customers with the very best.
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Topics range from operating on-track equipment to the safe handling of rail anchors to removing, setting and driving spikes. Approval Letter. Employee Pocket Safety Manual - Spanish. A guide detailing recommended safe practices for railroad construction workers on the job. Formatted to fit in a shirt-pocket.
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Products. Railway Equipment Company has been manufacturing quality railroad products since 1980. We are proud to be a leading, single source supplier for railroad products worldwide. Safety, reliability, efficiency and cost effectiveness are our top priorities. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing processes allow us to respond quickly to unique ...
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Official Railway Equipment Registers This publication provides freight car information for most U.S. railroads and private car owners. Car numbers, types, and dimensions are among the data contained in these volumes. Many of the earlier editions also offer some passenger car data.
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Brush cutting, vegetation control (30) Ditching and drainage (21) Rail grinding (12) Rail grinding equipment and services (18) Rail lubrication (17) Rail/track maintenance tools (55) Rail-flaw detection (9) Snow, ice melting (12) Spike compound (5) Subgrade soil stabilization (4) Tie anti-checking devices (2) Tie removal (24)
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Maintenance of Way & Track Equipment. Maintenance. of Way & Track Equipment. We have roughly 20 different pieces of heavy equipment that we use along our right of way in order to ensure that our track operates safely for our freight trains. We have spent close to $30 Million in the last decade to improve our rail infrastructure, and we have the expertise provide a broad …
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Garden Trains are big rugged trains that can be run outside. Families all over the world have begun outdoor railroads, and the hobby is growing rapidly. Since 1998 our "parent" site, Family Garden Trains(tm), has been helping people start their own outdoor railroads by providing the information that beginning and intermediate garden railroaders are most likely to need.
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Equipment that is not properly secured can significantly impact the safety of railway operations. The safety information in the section: Railcars: Hand Brakes, Doors, Wheel Sets and Railcar Handling: Loading, Lifting, Moving is useful for all employees who are responsible for moving and securing Railway Equipment.
Moving and securing rail equipment is one of the most important aspects of railway safety. Equipment that is not properly secured can significantly impact the safety of railway operations. The safety information in the section:
The following checklist will help ensure your employees as well as your service providers’ employees remain safe on and around your railway operation: Have a winter plan. Focus on important issues before the snow arrives, including inspecting and keeping track and walking areas free of debris and tripping hazards. Arrange resources in advance.
The basic form and function of maintenance facilities in the rail industry has remained largely unchanged over the past century, which can pose challenges for rail companies wanting to adopt more modern maintenance practices.
The identification of the trains to be washed can be done manually or automatically, by means of RFID recognition system. In this way, the system loads specific washing programs according to the identified train. Fixed washing plants are the ideal solution for fast train availability or if the washing tray has little space.
With the most advanced control systems on the market, we develop easy-to-learn programs with the possibility of connecting to the Internet and centralized control systems ( SCADA, CBTC, MMS, or similar). If sufficient space is available, equivalent to the length of the train, mobile washing plants are the ideal solution for high quality washing.
Fixed washing plants are the ideal solution for fast train availability or if the washing tray has little space. In their design, we take into account the model of the train and its areas to wash ( cabins, sides, shoulders, skirts, under frame, roof) washing programs, the water recycling system and the degree of automation.
In their design, we take into account the model of the train and its washing areas ( cabins, sides, shoulders, skirts, underframe, roof ), the washing programmes, the water recycling system and the degree of automation. The train remains stationary while two self-propelled semi gantries on each side move longitudinally.