Third Rail Accessories by L.B. Foster

Contact Rails and Insulators

L.B. Foster Transit Products provides three basic contact rail systems, as well as both fiberglass and porcelain insulators for all types of transit and railroad applications.

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Coverboards and Brackets

L.B. Foster's Transit Products division has developed coverboard systems that provide maximum protection for personnel and the power rail at economical prices.

Complete Third Rail Solutions

Our third rail insulators are available in both fiberglass and porcelain materials for all rail insulator applications, including top running, under running, and side running contact rail systems. We supply railroad brackets made from electrical isolating fiberglass material designed to withstand hostile environments whilst maintaining secure coverboard placement under heavy static and impact loads.

Our third rail cover systems, also known as protection boards or coverboards, provide maximum personnel and power rail protection at economical prices. These lightweight fiberglass composite systems offer high electrical insulation with low-smoke, flame-resistant properties, serving major North American transit agencies including WMATA, MTA, BART, and NYC Transit.

Engineered for Your Transit System

As a complete third rail system provider, L.B. Foster offers splice bars, end approaches, expansion joints and contact rail anchor assemblies, all proven to perform under demanding operational conditions. Whether you need stock rail accessories or custom-engineered solutions, our team designs systems to meet your agency's specific requirements.