Battery vs. Solar Powered Devices in Rail Telematics
Exploring what's better - battery-powered railcar telematics or solar solutions, from reliability to cost-effectiveness.
Rail
Union Pacific Testing Hybrid Locomotive Built With ZTR
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The first of six cutting-edge hybrid battery-electric locomotives designed and built by Union Pacific Railroad and its partner ZTR, a leading rail technology company, will undergo extensive testing next month in a Union Pacific facility and rail yard.
Optimizing Locomotive Operations: The Benefits of Idling Reduction Technology
Automatic Engine Stop-Start (AESS) systems. These systems enable train operators to significantly enhance rail operations' sustainability and efficiency.
Locomotive Starting Assist Technologies: Building Efficient Railways
A crucial aspect of their operational efficiency lies in the reliability of their engine starts. Owing to the complexity of this process, particularly under adverse weather conditions or battery stress, Starting Assist Technologies have emerged as lifesavers. This article presents an in-depth exploration of various Locomotive Starting Assist Technologies
AESS Systems for Mining Locomotives: Driving Efficiency and Sustainability
In this article we explore locomotive uses in the mining industry, challenges faced by diesel locomotives, and dive into how Automatic Engine Stop-Start (AESS) systems can mitigate these challenges.
Automatic Engine Stop-Start (AESS) for Locomotives – Introduction
We aim to explore the intricacies of AESS for locomotives, understand its mechanics, and evaluate the potential benefits and adoption strategies.
Telematics for Railcars - Introduction
Welcome to the first in our series of articles on Telematics for Railcars. In this series, we will dive into the world of railcar management and explore how telematics technology is reshaping the landscape of rail freight transportation. This article aims to provide an overview of the need for telematics in the rail industry, and touch on the numerous benefits it offers. Join us as we delve into the potential of telematics to enhance supply chain coordination, improve safety, and drive efficiency in railcar management.
ASLRRA 2024
Join us at ASLRRA 2024.
This event encompasses an Annual Meeting, Educational Breakout Tracks and an Exhibit Hall with more than 22 industry suppliers. We will be there, come visit us at our booth 311-410.
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GATX Selects ZTR’s PIVOT™ Railcar Monitoring Solution
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ZTR, a leading rail technology company announced the signing of a strategic agreement with GATX Corporation, a global leader in railcar leasing, to install ZTR’s advanced and newly available railcar remote monitoring solution, PIVOT™, on railcars in GATX’s North American railcar fleet that will be equipped with telematics solutions. This partnership underscores the commitment of both companies to provide innovative solutions that enhance the railcar leasing experience.
The Future of Hybrid-Electric Locomotives
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Union Pacific Railroad and ZTR Control Systems (“ZTR”), a green technology company and leader in locomotive control systems, today announced a partnership to build hybrid-electric locomotives.