Long Island Railroad – LIRR

Case Study

Overview

LIRR needed a safe and efficient solution for rerailing derailed trains due to frequent derailments that required costly external contractors. Railquip provided a standard portable hydraulic rerailing system that allowed LIRR to handle these incidents in-house, saving time and reducing costs.

Our Process

The Results

For over 30 years, LIRR has successfully used several Hegenscheidt rerailing systems to manage derailments. The portable hydraulic rerailing system provided by Railquip has allowed LIRR to rerail trains in-house, saving on the cost of external contractors and improving operational efficiency.

Key Specifications:

System: Portable Hydraulic Rerailing Equipment

Function: Safe and efficient rerailing of derailed trains

Custom Features: Minor adjustments to meet LIRR’s specific requirements

ManufacturerHegenscheidt, provided through Railquip

Portable Hydraulic Rerailing Equipment

ABOUT THE PRODUCT

The Portable Hydraulic Rerailing Equipment used in this project is a robust and efficient solution for safely rerailing derailed trains. Designed by Hegenscheidt, the system allows for quick and easy rerailing, minimizing downtime and ensuring smooth operations even in challenging conditions.

The Benefits of the Rerailing Equipment

  • Cost-effective: Eliminates the need for costly external contractors by enabling in-house rerailing.
  • Safe and Efficient: Provides a safe and fast solution for rerailing derailed trains
  • Enhanced Safety: The equipment was tailored to LIRR’s specific needs with minor adjustments to the standard product.
  • Long-term Reliability LIRR has used this rerailing system successfully for over 30 years, demonstrating its durability and effectiveness.

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