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Railway - Repair, Manufacture, or Harden Using DED Laser Technology

Pivots and Bogie Joints

Pivots and Bogie Joints

Friction wear on the bearing surfaces of a bogie pivot: Sotimeco can resurface them using DED laser technology, especially when replacement parts for older equipment are hard to find.
Crossing Hearts and Turnouts

Crossing Hearts and Turnouts

Repeated impacts from passing wheels on a manganese steel intersection core: Sotimeco can harden the impact zone using DED laser technology, resulting in less distortion.
Railway Brake Discs and Drums

Railway Brake Discs and Drums

Thermal fatigue cracking on a solid railroad brake disc: Sotimeco can hardface the friction areas using DED laser cladding with a more durable alloy.
Railway Axles — Bearing and Spacer Clearances

Railway Axles: Bearing and Spacer Clearances

A forged axle with a long production lead time that is worn on its bearing surfaces: Sotimeco can hardface them using DED laser technology, subject to non-destructive testing and strict certification requirements.
Railway Wheels - Running Surface and Flange

Railway wheels: running surface and flange

Flat spots and tread wear on a railroad wheel: Sotimeco can resurface the running surface using DED laser technology, rather than reducing the diameter with each reprofiling.