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L.B. Foster is the market leader in the application of Total Friction Management® solutions for the Heavy Haul industry.

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Friction Management Solutions for Class 1 Railroads

Whether you are looking at starting a Friction Management Program or optimizing an existing one, you can count on L.B. Foster to provide you with the expertise, equipment, consumables, service, and monitoring support to achieve your financial goals.

We utilize our expertise to develop options for your Friction Management Program which can:

  • Reduce annual program cost

  • Maximize program financial benefits

  • Reduce required onsite track access

  • Validate your program performance

L.B. Foster solutions can range from providing individual Program components (equipment, consumables, service supportremote monitoring, or performance validation) to customizable “ALL IN” Program offerings where L.B. Foster is held accountable for Program performance.

Let us shown you how to maximize your ROI or lower your Total Cost of Ownership.

Contact your local L.B. Foster Sales Representative if you are interested in learning more on how L.B. Foster can partner with you to optimize your Friction Management Program.

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