Rail Lubrication

Rail Lubrication (Rail Technologies)

We look to add rail lubrication to the Gauge face (or check rail). Grease application reduces friction at the wheel/rail interface.

  • PROTECTOR®

    Our configurable fourth generation PROTECTOR® system accurately targets friction modifying material on the appropriate part of the rail.

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  • Flange Lubrication - LCF

    Our Kelsan® LCF (Low Coefficient of Friction) Solid Stick wheel flange lubricant is applied directly to the wheel flange of a rail vehicle.

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  • Grease

    We offer a wide range of grease products and our unmatched level of industry experience means we determine the optimal grease for any...

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  • Hydraulic Lubricators

    Our range of hydraulic lubricators provides an economic and effective method for distributing grease to the rail.

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  • ESA®

    ESA® Electronic Track Lubrication delivers a precise and reliable friction solution to the rail to prevent unwanted track/vehicle noise.

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Rail Technologies solutions by L.B. Foster

  • Posted by Lex Smith

It is our mission to help specifiers and engineers understand the real advantages of installing friction management solutions. The reasons we apply friction products on the gauge face or top of rail - and in certain instances both - vary according to the location and track characteristics.

When protecting the largest asset - rail - and reducing fuel are among the top priorities, friction management offers a high return. From increasing operational efficiency through fuel savings and reduced track maintenance, to saving money in rails and track products – friction management plays a major role.

Gauge Face (GF) Friction Impacts:

  • Rail / Wheel Wear (Gauge Face, Flange)
  • RCF Development
  • Fuel Efficiency
  • Flange Noise
  • Derailment Potential (Wheel Climb)
  • Lateral Forces (indirect)

Solution Groups

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