Electric Vs Diesel Locomotives: Which Is Better For Mining Operations?
By Jessica Salt on August 26, 2024
Mining, by definition, involves the removal of materials from under the ground, usually in large volumes and quantities. This generally means that one of the main logistical problems that presents itself to mining businesses is how to move these materials in the most time-sensitive an …
Cost Savings And ROI Potential Of Diesel To Battery-Electric Conversions
By Jessica Salt on August 14, 2024
Around the world, a significant percentage of the locomotives are diesel operated but over the course of the next two decades this looks likely to change completely. This is, in large part, thanks to an increasing amount of regulatory and legal frameworks being put in place, such as t …
Diesel Locomotives: Powering Metro And Mainline Operations
By Jessica Salt on July 24, 2024
Although there is a general trend towards transitioning to battery electric locomotives, the fact remains that diesel power still has a valuable part to play in rail transport around the world. Another key thing to remember is it’s also true that modern diesel engines can be some of t …
Understanding The Benefits Of IoT Telematics For Rail Haulage
By Jessica Salt on July 8, 2024
The Internet of Things, known as IoT for short, has changed the way a number of key industries operate around the world. But perhaps the biggest impact yet of the IoT is in the telematics sector. Telematics is the way machine performance data is transmitted over long distances and has …
Improve Locomotive Maintenance And Operational Efficiency With LocoWatch
By Jessica Salt on June 28, 2024
Clayton Equipment has been a pioneer of locomotive manufacturing for over 93 years and shows no signs of slowing down, as you can see by the introduction of their LocoWatch system. This new feature, fitted as standard to all of their new locomotives, brings the benefits of internet of …
Powering Progress: The Evolution Of Locomotive Battery Technology
By Jessica Salt on June 1, 2024
Amidst a global movement towards sustainable and eco-friendly transportation, various sectors are eagerly adopting green solutions and exploring innovative approaches to reduce their carbon footprint. The railway industry is actively leading the charge in this endeavour, presenting ba …
The Fast Track: How Premium Locomotive Suppliers Improve Lead Times
By Jessica Salt on May 16, 2024
When it comes to improving the latency period between the design of a locomotive and its production, working with a premium locomotive design company and supplier can make a huge difference.
How Battery-Diesel Hybrid Locomotives Are Paving The Way For A Greener Future
By Jessica Salt on April 15, 2024
The rail industry, like many others, is going through a transitional phase. Over the next two decades new legislation and regulatory requirements mean there will be a move away from carbon-based fuel, such as diesel.
How Battery Hybrid Locomotives Help To Reduce Noise Pollution
By Jessica Salt on March 15, 2024
Although a significant percentage of the world’s locomotives are currently powered by diesel, this looks set to change over the coming decades. This is in large part thanks to increasing legislation, such as the Paris Climate Agreement, that aims to limit global warming by reducing em …
Harnessing The Future: The Advantages Of IoT Telematics
By Jessica Salt on February 7, 2024
The Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionised various industries, but it has perhaps proved to be the biggest game changer in the telematics sector. Telematics – the long-distance transmission of computerised information – is a technology that supports vehicle tracking and monitorin …