Railway technology
Modernization of locomotives
Involves comprehensive conversions to make older vehicles fit for the future by installing new diesel, electric or hybrid drives, state-of-the-art control systems, safety technology (e.g. ETCS) and comfort features such as air conditioning to make them more powerful, efficient and sustainable and extend their service life by 20-25 years. This saves costs compared to new construction and enables a gradual transition to modern technologies.
Types of modernization:
Drive technology:
Conversion from diesel to hybrid (diesel-electric with batteries) or fully electric, installation of modern diesel engines, motorization.
Control & safety:
Retrofitting of train control systems (ETCS), radio remote controls, new braking systems
Passenger comfort (for passenger transport):
New driver’s cabs, air conditioning, ergonomic workstations, LED lighting, new paintwork.
Electronics:
Renewal of all electrical systems and software.
Additional systems:
Installation of wheel flange lubrication systems, soot particle filters, preheaters.
ADVANTAGES OF MODERNIZATION:
#01
Cost-effectiveness:
More economical than purchasing new locomotives, extends the service life of the locomotives.
#02
Sustainability:
Reduces emissions, creates capacity for more freight transport.
#03
Performance improvement:
Improves reliability, efficiency and safety.
#04
Flexibility:
Conversion from single-system to multi-system locomotives.
Spare parts
We supply spare parts for all types of locomotives (freight locomotives, express/passenger locomotives, and shunting locomotives). Our product range covers a wide spectrum, from engine components to specific chassis parts.
- Powertrain: Engines (MAN, MTU, Deutz, Cummins), turbo-gearboxes, clutches (Centaflex), roller bearing sets.
- Braking system: Brake shoes, brake cylinders, brake spindles, nuts.
- Chassis: Wheel set shafts, discs, spring elements, buffers, coupling pins.
- Electrical: Switches, fuses, electronic control systems.