Rail applications- Pneumatic and electric control solutions that keep rail networks moving
Supporting reliable rail operations throughout the asset lifecycle
Keeping rail services moving requires systems that can perform consistently over long service lives while meeting stringent operational, safety and environmental requirements. Whether designing new rolling stock, upgrading existing fleets or supporting long-term maintenance programs, engineers must balance vehicle availability, passenger safety, compliance and lifecycle costs. Selecting technologies designed specifically for rail environments can play an important role in achieving these objectives.
We support customers across rail applications through engineering collaboration, application knowledge and rail-focused control technologies developed and tested to perform in demanding operating environments.
Air Preparation & Dryers
Compressed air systems play an important role across numerous rolling stock functions. Effective moisture management, filtration and air quality control help support dependable performance over long service lives.
Key Challenges
Removing moisture, particles and oil contamination
Improving compressed air quality
Reducing maintenance intervention
Supporting long-term system performance
How we help
Patented Adsorbent Media Tube (AMT) rail air dryers, filtration and air preparation technologies are engineered to support long-life compressed air quality management. They help protect pneumatic systems from contamination risks while supporting reliability and reduced maintenance requirements.
Braking Systems
Braking systems require reliable control and monitoring components to support safe and efficient operation.
Key Challenges
Maintaining braking performance over long service lives
Supporting operational safety requirements
Reducing downtime during maintenance
Managing performance in varying environmental conditions
How we help
Valves, regulators and pressure switches are designed and tested extensively for rail braking applications.
Internal & External Door Systems, including step systems
Rail door and step systems play an essential role in passenger access, comfort, safety and service reliability.
Key Challenges
Supporting reliable passenger access
Managing harsh environmental conditions
Delivering long operational life
Meeting accessibility requirements
How we help
Customized actuation, including curved and telescopic designs, plug-and-play step systems and control solutions designed for both interior and exterior rail door applications.
Modern coffee machines depend on accurate dosing, fast response and repeatable control to deliver consistent taste across every drink. Space constraints and high usage place added demands on system design.
Key Challenges
Variability between servings and inconsistent extraction quality
Limited installation space in compact commercial machines
High-cycle reliability demands in self-service applications
Multi milk-type dispense systems require vigilant cleaning and maintenance protocols
Particle and heavy media causing leaks and unplanned downtime
How we help
We support compact, high-performance coffee system designs with fast-acting, media-separated fluid control solutions - including zero dead-volume valves for milk circuits - and engineering input to optimise consistency, reliability and ease of maintenance across the full machine lifetime.
Secondary Suspension System Control
Suspension systems contribute to vehicle stability, ride quality and operational efficiency.
Key Challenges
Maintaining accurate levelling performance
Supporting ride quality
Reducing maintenance requirements
Maximising vehicle availability
How we help
Levelling and suspension control valve technology developed for rail operating environments. Designed to support 8-10 years without refurbishment, this technology offers complete rail industry compliance.
Working alongside OEMs, operators and maintenance teams from design through to service
Rail applications often involve unique operational requirements, challenging environments and long asset lifecycles. Selecting the right control technologies requires an understanding of performance objectives, maintenance strategies and compliance considerations.
We work closely with customers to understand these requirements and support the development of practical solutions that align with project and operational goals. Our experience spans metro, intercity, high-speed, freight and permanent-way rail applications.
Sanding control
Maintaining wheel-to-rail adhesion is essential for safe, efficient train operation. In wet, icy or contaminated conditions, sanding systems need to deliver the right amount of sand at the right moment to support traction, braking and reliable vehicle performance.
Key Challenges
Delivering sand precisely when and where it is needed
Maintaining traction and braking performance in wet, icy or contaminated conditions
Reducing downtime, maintenance intervention and lifecycle costs
Optimising pneumatic performance, including air flow and filtration, across the vehicle lifecycle
How we help
We support sanding applications with rail-certified pneumatic control technologies designed for demanding rolling stock environments. Proportional air flow control can help manage energy use, while suitable filtration helps protect the wider sanding unit and extend system life.
Coupling and nose systems
Efficient train operation depends on coupling and nose systems that work reliably every time. From automatic coupling and uncoupling to nose cone deployment, these systems must perform consistently in conditions exposed to vibration, weather and contamination.
Key Challenges
Delivering dependable coupling and uncoupling performance
Ensuring reliable nose cone deployment and protection
Withstanding vibration, weather exposure and contamination
Reducing maintenance intervention, service disruption and long-term reliability risks
How we help
We provide rail-certified pneumatic actuation and control solutions for coupling and nose system applications. Designed for demanding rail environments, our technologies help support system availability, safe fleet performance and reduced maintenance requirements throughout the vehicle lifecycle.
Horn control
Train horn systems play an important role in rail safety, providing clear audible warnings for trackside personnel, road users and pedestrians. Reliable pneumatic control helps ensure consistent horn operation, fast response and dependable performance in varied operating conditions.
Key Challenges
Delivering reliable horn actuation across different operating environments
Maintaining consistent sound output and response times
Reducing air consumption, system complexity and maintenance demand
Supporting long service life while meeting rail safety and operational requirements
How we help
We support horn control applications with pneumatic valves, pressure control and air management technologies engineered for dependable rail operation. Our robust, rail-proven components help optimize pneumatic performance, improve reliability and reduce long-term maintenance requirements.
HVAC control
Passenger comfort depends on stable cabin conditions, particularly when trains travel through tunnels and experience rapid pressure changes. HVAC pressure control systems need to respond quickly and reliably to reduce passenger discomfort while supporting vehicle integrity and operational performance.
Key Challenges
Responding rapidly to tunnel-related pressure changes
Minimizing passenger discomfort while supporting vehicle integrity
Ensuring reliable vent opening and closing in demanding rail environments
Reducing maintenance requirements across the vehicle lifecycle
How we help
We supply rail-certified pneumatic control systems and actuators for pressure relief vent operation. These technologies enable fast, reliable vent control during tunnel transitions, helping improve passenger comfort, maintain operational reliability and reduce lifecycle maintenance requirements.
Freight control systems
Freight operators need control systems that perform day after day across long routes, varied applications and challenging environmental conditions. Reliable pneumatic control helps maximize uptime, support safe operation and reduce the maintenance burden across extensive rail networks.
Key Challenges
Maximizing fleet availability and operational reliability
Withstanding vibration, contamination and extreme weather conditions
Reducing maintenance costs, service interruptions and lifecycle risk
Supporting safe operation across varied freight applications while extending component service life
How we help
We support modern freight operations with rail-certified pneumatic control solutions, including pressure control, air management and valve technologies. Our solutions help operators improve reliability, reduce downtime and optimize total cost of ownership throughout the vehicle lifecycle.
Learn how we support manufacturers, operators and maintenance teams across a wide range of rolling stock applications and operating environments.
Helping rail operators and OEMs achieve their operational goals
Rail systems operate under constant pressure to improve availability, maintain safe operation and manage lifecycle costs. Our rail solutions are designed to address some of the most common challenges faced by operators, manufacturers and maintenance teams throughout the asset lifecycle.
Speak to a technical rail specialist about your rolling stock project, fleet upgrade or in-service application challenge.
Whether you have a detailed specification or an early-stage question, our rail engineers can help you scope the requirement.
Years of global rail expertise
Countries with local sales & service
Products designed for -40°C to +80°C
Support that helps keep fleets moving
Keeping rail fleets available does not stop at initial specification. Rolling stock can remain in service for decades, and maintaining performance across that period depends on reliable access to parts, practical engineering input and clear options as assets age.
- REDUCE RISK.
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Approved spare parts.
Genuine replacement parts approved for rail use, supplied with the documentation maintenance teams need to specify and fit with confidence. Using approved parts helps protect system performance and avoid unplanned removals
- FIRST-TIME FIX.
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Technical support.
Direct access to engineers who work in rail every day. Practical input on selection, cross-referencing and diagnostics helps identify the right solution first time and reduces time spent investigating in the depot.
- EXTEND ASSET LIFE.
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Retrofit and upgrades.
Options for refurbishment and modernization programs, from direct replacements through to improved-performance alternatives. Upgrading in-service systems can raise reliability and reduce maintenance demand without a full redesign
- PLAN AHEAD.
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Obsolescence management.
Support for ageing fleets where original components are approaching end of life, including form-fit-function alternatives and long-term availability planning that helps avoid unplanned redesign.
- LOCAL DELIVERY.
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Global service network.
Local sales and service support in 50 countries, backed by rail engineering and manufacturing capability. Parts, technical advice and documentation are available close to the project or the depot.
