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Article: Switch stands, switch machines: whether they are thrown manually or by remote control, found in a tie or by the side of the track, switch stands and switch machines will always have a vital role in railroading.
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- Railway Track and Structures
- Article date:
- November 1, 2006
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Switch stands and switch machines are an integral part of railroading. They continue to evolve to meet ever-changing needs in height, ergonomic design and appearance. Here is an update on what manufacturers of switch stands and machines are producing and what innovations are only months away.
ALSTOM
ALSTOM offers a complete line of switch machines, including wayside, in-tie and yard machines. According to the company, the key benefit of ALSTOM's switch machines is the application of more than 100 years of engineering and manufacturing experience, now leveraging ALSTOM's global resources and focusing on the reduction of total supply chain costs.
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