ADVANCED TECHNIQUES FOR TURNOUT RESTORATION

This advanced seminar provides a deep dive into the repair welding of turnout components. Participants will learn how to assess damaged areas, apply appropriate corrective techniques, and understand the use of specialisedtesting devices for evaluating rail damage. The course also includes practical training in welding special steel materials such as manganese, with a focus on precision, safety, and long-term durability.

Course Content

• Wear and defects in turnouts: identification, prevention, and repair
• Selection of appropriate welding consumables
• Common weld failures and how to avoid them
• Best practices in turnout repair

Practical Training

• Repair welding on manganese crossings
• Repair welding on rail steels
• Profile grinding following welding
• Non-Destructive Testing:
  • Penetrant testing (PT)
  • Magnetic particle inspection (MPI)

Additional Information

• Level: Advanced
• Duration: 2 Days