Overflowing warehouses, tied-up capital, and outdated spare parts? Why “buying in bulk” is no longer the best strategy in modern spare parts logistics—and what flexible solutions are available today to ensure greater efficiency and availability. Read the blog post now.
Find out how spare parts donors enable the reuse of railway components, conserve resources and ensure a sustainable supply of spare parts.
Rail grinding machines are an indispensable part of modern track maintenance. They remove wear and surface defects in a targeted manner, extend the service life of rails and contribute to greater safety, ride comfort and cost-effectiveness in rail operations. Find out how rail grinding works and which methods are used.
Modernisation or replacement of trams? This comparison highlights the key advantages and disadvantages of both strategies – from investment costs and the availability of spare parts to sustainability and long-term cost-effectiveness.
Wheel sets each securely connect two wheels to an axle and are key components of every train. They ensure safe running, stable guidance and the transmission of braking and traction forces. The heavy stresses of daily operation cause wear and damage, which necessitate regular inspections and, where necessary, replacement. This is the only way to maintain operational safety and ensure that trains can run reliably. In this blog post, you’ll find out everything you need to know about wheel sets!
Small, unassuming, yet indispensable: the brake shoe is one of the most important safety devices in railway operations. In this article, you’ll find out how it works, where it’s used, and why modern technology has still not replaced it.
Rail vehicles are designed to operate for decades, but many of their components are not. Discontinued spare parts, technological changes and regulatory requirements make obsolescence one of the biggest challenges facing the rail industry. Find out why obsolescence management is far more than just sourcing spare parts, and how you can ensure the long-term availability of rolling stock through early planning, risk management and the use of used components.
Indusi (Inductive Train Control) is one of the best-known train control systems in German-speaking railway operations. It monitors signals and speeds, alerts train operators in critical situations, and can automatically intervene in the event of rule violations. Although the original Indusi technology is now largely incorporated into the PZB system, the term remains widely used in the railway industry. In this article, you’ll learn how Indusi works, what tasks the system performs, and how it differs from modern solutions like ETCS.
Digital B2B marketplaces offer small and new companies in the rail industry additional opportunities to source materials, control costs, and gain market transparency. They facilitate access to used rail equipment, support more flexible procurement, and can help companies establish new contacts and unlock business opportunities within the industry. Learn more now and read the blog post.
ETCS (European Train Control System) is the Europe-wide train control system that is replacing older national signal box and signaling systems. It provides standardized, digital train control, thereby increasing safety and efficiency in rail transport. In this blog post, we explain how ETCS works, what levels there are, and why it is crucial for the future of European rail transport.