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2025

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04 - 08

Trains haul dozens of cars across long distances, but did you know they can slip—especially on steep grades or in rainy and snowy conditions? Today, let's explore the dangers of wheel slip and how the sanding system helps keep trains running safely.Why Do Trains Slip?A train relies entirely on the l

2025

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03 - 25

Safety and Performance Factors of Train Wheels

The safety and performance of train wheels are crucial to ensuring the smooth and secure operation of railway systems. Precise design and manufacturing not only enhance train efficiency but also significantly reduce the risk of accidents.Wheel Alignment and SafetyTrain wheels are specially designed

2025

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01 - 26

Railway Vehicle Wheel Diameter

The wheel is the most fundamental component of railway vehicles. It not only has to withstand vertical and lateral dynamic forces and friction between the wheel and rail, but also has to endure the thermal load during braking on the tread. It functions to bear weight, guide movement, transmit brakin

2025

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01 - 23

Train Wheel Weight

The weight of an individual train wheel can differ depending on the train type and the specific components used.Typically, a standard wheel assembly made from steel and ductile alloys weighs between 235 and 480 pounds. Lighter assemblies generally support loads of around 10,000 pounds, while heavier

2025

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01 - 17

Railway Wheel Price Breakdown

Based on data from the public domain, the cost of railway wheels is closely related to their size and intended use. For example, the wheels used on low-platform containers (BLC) have a diameter of 840 mm, while passenger car wheels are 915 mm in diameter. Clearly, the larger the diameter of the whee

2024

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12 - 12

Technical Requirements for Forged Wheels

The technical requirements for forged wheels mainly include heating requirements, forging requirements, post-forging cooling, and heat treatment requirements. Strict adherence to these requirements is crucial to ensuring product quality and is an essential production discipline. Therefore, the techn

2024

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12 - 10

The Process of Wheel Forging

Wheel forging is a crucial process in the manufacturing of railway wheels. 1. Creating the Detailed Wheel Forging DiagramThe first step in the process is to create a detailed wheel forging diagram. This diagram specifies the dimensions and shapes of the blanks for each step in the forging process. T

2024

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12 - 05

Components and Functions of Train Wheelsets

Train wheelsets are critical components in the operation of trains. They are primarily made up of several key parts, including the axle, hub, flange, and others. Together, these components serve to bear loads, rotate, and guide the train, ensuring its safe and stable operation.The Axle: The Core Com

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