Fastening Systems

The basis for safe and efficient rail transport

Rail fastening systems are an indispensable component of any railway infrastructure. They ensure that the rail is held firmly and precisely in place, that loads are safely transferred to the subgrade and, at the same time, that vibrations and structure-borne noise are dampened. Not only do they have to meet the highest standards of safety, comfort and efficiency, they also have to withstand extreme weather conditions and ever-increasing loads.

Your partner for innovative fastening solutions

  • Based on decades of experience, we develop and produce solutions for all areas of application – from classic tracks with a gravel superstructure envelope to highly complex projects on slab tracks.
  • With locations around the world and close networking with our customers, we are active in over 100 countries. Our aim is to combine quality, safety and sustainability and to actively shape the mobility of the future with innovative products.
  • All essential components of our systems are manufactured in our own factories. This enables us to guarantee the highest quality standards, complete traceability and maximum flexibility in implementing specific customer requirements.

Our headquarter in Werdohl, Germany is the heart of our manufacturing operations and has become one of the most modern production facilities for rail fastening systems, which has been expanded worldwide. This is where traditional engineering and highly automated processes come together.

In addition to production, the Werdohl site is also home to our technology center, where new solutions are comprehensively tested, subjected to trials and developed further. From realistic stress tests to high-precision measurements, innovations are created here that meet the ever-growing demands of rail transport.

The combination of state-of-the-art manufacturing technology and our own test center allows us to respond quickly to new market requirements, while continuously improving the service life and cost-effectiveness of our systems.

Types of Tracks:

Ballasted track

The ballasted track is the most commonly used track structure worldwide. A layer of ballast provides elasticity, load distribution and vibration damping here.

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Slab track

Slab track is mainly used on high-speed lines, in tunnels, on bridges or in urban areas.

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