Culture of innovation drives nonstop performance

At Amsted Rail, next-generation technology isn’t just on the drawing board. It’s attached to your railcar. For over a century, we’ve been advancing heavy haul rail with innovative components and integrated systems that set the standard for performance and reliability.

Our Manifesto

OUR INNOVATION PILLARS

We have an ongoing commitment to creating a company-wide culture of innovation, using cutting edge technology to keep your railcars rolling today, and far into tomorrow.

Collaboration

Ongoing Education

Mentor Programs

Technology

Innovation Labs

Strong Investment in R&D

Through our state-of-the–art engineering and performance testing centers, we’re dedicated to finding new ways to shape the future of heavy haul rail.

See How We Do It

Setting the Standard for Performance and Reliability

Our rigorous testing process ensures that every product meets or exceeds the highest industry standards.

Bogie Test Engineering Center Highlights:

900 lb. Drop testing machine
Side Frame Fatigue testing machine
Multiple Coil Spring testing machine

Bearing Performance Engineering Highlights:

Utilizes powerful computer programs to assist in new bearing component design
Multiple types of test rigs including Tandem, Durability, Vibration, Cold Box, and Water Spray
Roller bearing Cold Box testing to -60°C
Seal test rigs capable of complete testing to AAR M-959 specification
Bearing Service Engineers perform numerous in-service tests