Welding Alloys have decades of knowledge and experience when it comes to solutions for the rail industry; we offer welding consumables and machines that are specifically designed for repair and maintenance of different track types. Our solutions will extend the lifetime of tracks and reduce downtime, which can offer a more economical solution compared to repair. The latest addition to our range of solutions dedicated to the rail industry, is our Gauge Corner Restoration (GCR) machine, which is designed specifically for – you guessed it – gauge corner restoration. This is a procedure used to rebuild the worn corner of urban rails by welding.
The machine has been developed in collaboration with a customer, and in the spring (2022) the first onsite tests were carried out. These proved to be a success, with very positive feedback received about the efficiency, productivity and ease of use of the machine. Following the initial set of tests, the first order was placed for the GCR. The customer couldn’t resist the attractive cost reductions and benefits that the GCR offers.
The machine can be easily deployed, as it operates on a wheelbarrow system meaning you only need 2 people to do the repair, helping get jobs done at record speed. Thanks to the traceability and repeatability, the GCR performs more efficiently than any manual solution. Allowing the customer to benefit from total control over the process, while reducing the cost and increasing the quality of repairs. Gone are the days of costly repair and maintenance of worn embedded grooved rails!
The GCR machine, combined with our HARDFACE 19 9 6-S metal cored wire and WAF 415 flux, offers an unrivalled solution for the repair and maintenance of tramway tracks.
For more information on how the GCR can save you time and money, contact our machine expert or visit the GCR machine.