How to maintain railway fasteners

Oct 11, 2025 Leave a message

The rail fastening system is an essential component of the railway track structure, responsible for maintaining rail stability and ensuring safe train operation. To guarantee its long-term reliable performance, regular maintenance and proper care are of great importance.

 

During extended operation, rail fastening systems are subjected to vibration, impact, climate variation, and corrosion. Without timely maintenance, issues such as gauge deviation, insufficient clamping force, or component aging may occur, potentially compromising train safety.

 

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GNEE RAIL offers different kinds of railway fasteners to meet client's requirements, such as Elastic Rail Clip and Clamp, Rail Screw Spike, Plastic Dowel, High Tensile Track Bolt with Nut, Rail Base(Tie) Plate, Rail Fish Plate, Railway Shoulder(Insert), Fish Bolt, Railroad Rubber and EVA Pad, etc. Samples and drawings provided by customer, we will manufacture qualified products accordingly. We also deal with Steel Rail, Sleeper, Auto Bolt and other customized parts.

 

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The Key Point of Maintain Railway Fasteners

 

First, the tightening condition of the fastening system should be inspected regularly. For tracks using elastic rail clips or bolted fastening systems, it is necessary to periodically measure the clamping force to ensure that the fasteners are not loose or fatigued.

 

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Main Rail Clip Products from GNEE RAIL

 

rail elastic clip

 

Model Diameter Weight Material
Type III Ø18 0.80kg/pc 60Si2MnA
E1609 Ø16 0.43 kg/pc 60Si2MnA
E1809 Ø20 0.61kg/pc 60Si2MnA
E1813 Ø18 0.62kg/pc 60Si2MnA
E2001 Ø20 0.80kg/pc 60Si2MnA
E2007 Ø20 0.80kg/pc 60Si2MnA
E2009 Ø20 0.80kg/pc 60Si2MnA
E2039 Ø20 0.80kg/pc 60Si2MnA
E2055 Ø20 0.80kg/pc 60Si2MnA
E2056 Ø20 0.80kg/pc 60Si2MnA
E2063 Ø20 0.80kg/pc 60Si2MnA
PR85 Rail Clip Ø13 0.25kg/pc 60Si2MnA
PR309A Ø19 0.85kg/pc 60Si2MnA
PR401 Ø20 0.97kg/pc 60Si2MnA
PR415 Ø20 0.95kg/pc 60Si2MnA
PR601A Ø20 1.03kg/pc 38Si7
SKL 1 Ø13 0.48kg/pc 60Si2CrA
SKL 3 Ø13 0.48kg/pc 60Si2CrA
SKL 12 Ø13 0.53kg/pc 38Si7
SKL 14 Ø13 0.53kg/pc 60Si2MnA
Special Rail Clip Ø13 0.48kg/pc 60Si2MnA
Russia Rail Clip Ø18 0.58kg/pc 60Si2MnA
Deenik Clip Ø25 0.49-0.68kg/pc 60Si2MnA
Single Anti- Ø20 0.25kg/pc 60Si2MnA
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Second, the rail pads and rubber pads should be checked for aging or hardening, as these components play a key role in shock absorption and anti-slip performance.

 

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Item Name Railway Pad
Application UIC54, UIC60, BS80lbs,BS100lbs, or as per sample/drawing requirement
Material HDPE EVA Rubber
Technical Density: 0.95-0.98g/cm3 Density:0.95-0.98gcm3 Hardness:75±5A
Parameter Tensile strength: ≥19Mpa
Elongation: >80%
Melting point: 170-190°C
Insulation resistance: ≥1×1010Ω
Hardness:≥98A
Tensile strength:≥15Mpa
Elongation: >500%
Melting point: 170-190°C
Insulation resistance:≥1×1010Ω
Hardness: ≥90A
Hardness:75±5A
Tensile strength: ≥12.5N/mm²
Operating temperature:-25°C~100°C
Color Dark Black

 

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Third, attention should be paid to anti-corrosion and cleaning. In coastal, high-humidity, or heavy-load railway environments, it is recommended to use anti-corrosion coatings or galvanized components to enhance durability.

 

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GNEE RAIL not only supplies various types of rail fastening products, but also provides track inspection and maintenance technical guidance, customized fastening system design, and comprehensive after-sales support, helping global customers achieve safe and efficient rail system operation.