Railways
Supply contract with Pakistan Railways
A new standard
A modular concept from ABB is now available on the market for railway traction motors. Based on standard modules, the...
The evolution of railway axlebox technology
In the first of a two-part article on railway axlebox design, we look at the evolution of this key railway...
Covering the distance with SKF Axletronic odometers
Harmonization of rail network control systems offers international interoperability as well as major savings on investment and maintenance costs and...
Axlebox order for premium class trains
The Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) is launching a new premium-class long-distance service called Railjet, which will start operating in 2008....
Wheel flange lubrication for railway systems
Willy Vogel AG, part of the SKF Group, offers wheel flange lubrication system solutions to reduce friction. Friction is a...
SKF to build factory in Russia for railway bearings
SKF has decided to build a factory in Russia for tapered roller bearing units to supply the fast-growing Russian railway...
High speed in railways
Speed has been the essence of railways since the first steam locomotive made its appearance in 1804. SKF remains at...
SKF solution for railway articulation joints
Low-floor mass transit vehicles offer easy entry for passengers. Modern articulated vehicle designs containing several body sections enable easy access...
Grease lubrication for railway axlebox bearings
Grease plays a crucial part in the lubrication of railway axlebox bearings. SKF offers the railway industry a grease that...
