Heavy Point Switch (HPS^®)

How it works

The cross section drawings show the heavy point switch at 6” and 12” back from the tip, with the solid line indicating a conventional switch point / stock rail pair. The dashed line indicates the additional material “borrowed” from the stock rail and applied to the switch point, resulting in a more robust system. While the thickening of the point continues throughout its length, it is most critical at the vulnerable area near the tip.