L.B. Foster
Whether trackside or on-board, we offer a complete portfolio of gauge face and wheel flange lubrication products to meet customers’ friction management goals.
Gauge Face and wheel flange lubrication is critical for reducing friction, minimizing wear, and extending the service life of both rolling stock and track infrastructure. Our comprehensive portfolio of rail lubrication systems delivers proven performance across freight and passenger operations.
Whether you require trackside lubricants or onboard systems, our gauge face lubricator or wheel flange lubrication technology ensures optimal application at critical points. Our rail lubrication equipment includes advanced rail lubricator and rail greaser units designed for reliability in the harshest operating conditions. Each wheel flange lubrication system is engineered to reduce fuel consumption while preventing wheel and rail wear.
From wheel flange grease and solid lubricants to freight rail lubricant formulations, our products address specific operational challenges including curve noise, seasonal temperature variations, and environmental compliance.
Our rail lubrication systems integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure, offering precise metering and consistent application. Combined with our flange lubrication expertise, we help operators achieve measurable reductions in maintenance costs and improved asset longevity.
Our performance critical engineering solutions fulfill an essential role in maintaining the safe and reliable operation of rail networks around the world.
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