All articles for "Railways"

A new standard

A modular concept from ABB is now available on the market for railway traction motors. Based on standard modules, the new motor is optimized and can [...]
Design,Hybrid bearings,Railways,
Engineering Competence
The evolution of railway axlebox technology

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 subsystem from an historical perspective. [...]
Axleboxes,Railways,

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 [...]
Other products and services,Railways,Reliability,
Engineering Competence

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 particular problem when [...]
Lubricants,Other products and services,Railways,

High speed in railways

Speed has been the essence of railways since the first steam locomotive made its appearance in 1804. SKF remains at the forefront of high-speed train [...]
Axleboxes,Bearing housings,Bearing units,Design,Maintenance,Railways,Reliability,Sensorised bearings,

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 [...]
Design,Plain bearings,Railways,

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 is based on long experience [...]
Lubricants,Railways,Reliability,