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Keep your railway moving by giving your locomotives a KickStart!

Locomotive reliability is essential, and locomotive batteries are under more strain than ever before. To keep your railway moving, you need to minimize downtime and other issues caused by dead-won’t-start (DWS) events.

Using supercapacitor technology, KickStart supplements the locomotive batteries during engine start to provide longer battery life, reduced voltage drop during starting and lower power demand which results in significant reduction in the occurrence of DWS.

Conversations about railway industry challenges and innovative solutions included talk of alternate fuels, autonomous locomotives, women in rail, and PSR.

How to give your fleet a new lease on life with Railway IoT.

As railway fleets age, owners and operators often face costs associated with discarding and replacing assets. But, thanks to technology, there are ways to extend fleet life and increase operational efficiencies without having to buy new.

Supporting the environment with innovation

As environmental standards evolve, the railway industry needs innovative products that save operational dollars and comply with environmental legislation. ZTR recognized the need for locomotive systems to advance performance and reduce environmental impact many decades ago, so we developed SmartStart®, the industry-leading locomotive Automatic Engine Start-Stop system (AESS).

Federal funding

The 2019 Railway Interchange conference showcased the pulse of the industry as it rolls toward a future that embraces innovative technologies. Digitization was a main focus, along with a number of other trending topics. Which trends are having the greatest impact on the industry? Read on to find out!

Does your fleet have the support it needs?

You know how distracted driving or maintenance oversight can lead to costly repairs and downtime? The same thing can happen to your railway fleet.

Many items on a locomotive endure general wear and tear, and locomotive batteries are no exception. Even well-maintained and replaced batteries can experience troubles starting the locomotive. The regular starting of a locomotive can cause damage to batteries and reduce their lifespan, resulting in frequent replacement and reduced lifespan. But, there is a simple solution:

Supercapacitors to the rescue!

Are you getting the most out of your axle generator?

As a critical component of locomotive operation, a reliable axle generator directly affects fleet availability. It’s important that an axle generator operate effectively, efficiently, and with longevity. Here’s what you need to look for in a reliable axle generator:

Who’s on your RIoT Team?

When you’re implementing and maintaining a Railway IoT (RIoT) strategy, there are a few key components you’ll want to make sure you put in place. It’s important to have a comprehensive solution that delivers benefits across your organization to drive strategic insights and operational improvements. It’s equally important to consider the support behind the strategy:

The team

Want to better understand how your fleet is performing?

Whether you're just starting your Railway IoT journey or you've already covered a lot of distance, here are six steps to help evaluate your needs and make sure you keep moving foward.

1. Pinpoint problem areas

Identify issues in your fleet that you'd like to better understand or problems you want to solve. For example: