Spring Rail Switches

Spring Rail Switches

Switches made from a specific asymmetrical or symmetrical tongue rail section are forged at the end to match the standard rail section and are electrically flash-butt welded to the adjacent standard rail.

The weld is located in the flexible-elastic area of the switch and is secured with safety fishplates. A flexible area can be provided for in the standard rails to reduce the setting forces.

Advantages

  • Proven and low-cost design
  • Low setting forces
  • High wear reserves
  • Little maintenance work