Electric rail traction systems were initially deployed in the 19 th century and are growing in importance in our modern times. This mode of transportation is the best on a power-per-weight basis as ...

Hirect, a premier global manufacturer of heavy-duty electrical and power electronic components for rolling stock, today announced the successful integration and first loaded test run of its 6,000 HP ...

The project team replaced a variety of AC switchgear, rectifiers, transformers and negative switchboards in existing stations throughout the Metrorail system, all while maintaining full functionality ...

Acquisition expands ABB’s technology offering in the electrical equipment and solutions sector for rail infrastructure. ABB, the leading power and automation technology group, today announced that it ...

Hind Rectifiers Limited, known as Hirect, is a leading manufacturer of rectifier equipment and semi-conductor devices. It manufacturers a products used for railways, AC electric locomotives and AC ...

Global rail systems leader introduces internally developed traction inverter/converter and control software for propulsion; Eyes North American locomotive hybrid and retrofit markets. Hirect, a ...