Modern cleaning solutions for heavy rolling stock components such as bogies and wheelsets: maximum efficiency and safety for railway companies
Efficient cleaning solutions are crucial for the maintenance and safe operation of railway systems. They not only facilitate maintenance, but are also used in production to ensure the full performance of new parts – an indispensable advantage for any railway company.
Why thorough cleaning is imperative for railway companies
Rolling stock components are exposed to extreme strains, making intensive cleaning of heavy parts with complex shapes indispensable. Downstream steps such as maintenance, service, and painting as well as quality and crack testing can only be conducted reliably after thorough cleaning. This applies in particular to heavy, safety-related parts such as bogies, wheelsets, and motors.
Maximum operational safety with clean new parts
Cleaning is also indispensable for the production of new parts. Dirt, oil, and other contaminations can cause malfunctions and premature wear. For railway companies, that means: Clean components ensure safe and trouble-free operation of the trains, helping to avoid failures and high repair costs.
Efficient cleaning solutions for wheelsets and bogies
The Pacific cleaning system from BvL Oberflächentechnik GmbH enables uncomplicated and efficient loading of bogies and wheelsets at floor level. Components can be loaded from two sides or in a flow-through process. The water-based cleaning is implemented with an individually tailored nozzle system to enable reliable cleaning even in hard-to-reach areas. Wheelsets with and without gear housing can be cleaned, with the wheelset rotating around its own axis in cleaning system.
Highest efficiency even for complex geometries
The BvL Yukon continuous cleaning system is particularly suitable for thorough cleaning of wheelsets with complex geometries. It ensures a continuous flow of material, making it ideal for high throughputs. The individual wheelsets are cleaned from the inside and outside with high spraying pressure. Drying systems, for example an air blast device or circulating air drying system, are also integrated into the cleaning system.
Comprehensive cleaning solutions for motors, stators, and rotors
The BvL Ocean cleaning system removes even stubborn dirt thoroughly, on the inside and on the outside. This is crucial for the reliable functioning and durability of the motors, which are the heart of any train. All cleaning process steps are completed in one chamber. The rotation of the parts carrier through the special U-shaped nozzle system ensures all-around thorough cleaning from the outside while a special lance system ensures internal cleaning.
Full range of rolling stock components
Other rolling stock components, from housings and bearing covers to leaf springs and buffer beams can be efficiently cleaned with the BvL cleaning systems.
Energy-efficient and reliable cleaning process
The correct choice of system components optimizes the cleaning process in terms of economy and ecology. Running costs are reduced to a minimum. When rolling stock components are strongly contaminated with grease, for example, it is crucial to select the right bath maintenance. The patented BvL Libelle systems enable easy bath monitoring and ensure a reliable cleaning process.
Worldwide service for maximum operational safety
With the longstanding experience of BvL Oberflächentechnik GmbH in industrial parts cleaning, railway companies can benefit from a reliable service worldwide. Railway companies in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands, and China already rely on the proven cleaning systems from BvL – to ensure that their rolling stock is always in perfect condition.
Specialist information at the Innotrans trade fair
At Innotrans in Berlin from September 24 to 27, 2024, BvL will be offering advice on individual cleaning solutions for railway companies. Trade fair stand: hall 6.2, stand no. 430
BvL Oberflächentechnik GmbH is one of the largest suppliers of water-based industrial cleaning systems in Germany. As a system partner, BvL offers comprehensive customer solutions through integrated services – from small compact washing units and filtration/automation solutions to complex customer-specific large projects with process monitoring, always complemented by reliable service. BvL currently has around 170 employees.
Contact:
BvL Oberflächentechnik GmbH
Grenzstr. 16
48488 Emsbüren
Tel.: +495903 951-60
Press release:
Christine Brühöfner
Marketing
Tel.: +495903 951-509
