Static test rig for wheels

The optimal design of railway wheels is validated through a specific test rig that applies to the wheels the actual loads used in the design and measures the derived stresses by strain gauges

Dynamic test rig for wheels

The wheel in service life strength is proved by full scale fatigue tests in which alternate stress cycles are applied for 10 million cycles.

Dynamic test rig for axles

The fatigue resistance of the various steel grades used for axle production are characterized by extensive tests on full scale axles; here both plain body and press fit surface are tested.

Dynamic test rig for wheelsets

The wheelset dynamics of railway wheelsets can be tested on an unique test rig. On the BU300 test rig any kind of wheelset together with its primary suspension can be mounted; a series of actuators enable the simulation up to 300km/h of the various running conditions (curving, braking, ..)"