Track is the foundation of the railroad’s physical plant. Although railroad track components are relatively simple in concept, they interact in a complex fashion to form a system capable of withstanding the extremely large forces applied by rail vehicles. Safe and reliable train operations rely upon the track system remaining within established specifications. Because the combined effects of traffic and environment degrade track, regular inspection is essential to identify defects and initiate remedial action before problems develop. This course describes track defects and acceptable corrective actions, presents a recommended methodology for conducting inspections, and discusses in depth the Federal Track Safety Standards in 49 CFR, Part 213.
OMNI Resort Spa at Montelucia
Phoenix/Scottsdale, Ariz.
Agenda and hotel information coming Spring 2023.
Short Line Safety Institute Leadership Development Training
June 13-15
San Antonio, Texas
Railroads are the high-tech and environmentally sensitive transportation mode! Don't believe us? Come and learn why railroads remain the most energy-efficient mode of transportation. Engage with faculty from Universities across the country as you uncover what forms modern railroad track, explore equipment from around the globe and analyze communications/control systems.
Registration is now open with a deadline of March 12th for the first cut on session and location options. We will continue to accept applications after that on a first come, first served basis until each session/locations is filled. After locations are filled, applicants will be offered slots at remaining open locations.
With funding from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), we have expanded our summer program to 120 students and 6 universities! Michigan Tech, Penn State Altoona, the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, the University of South Carolina, the University of New Mexico, and California State University, Fresno have teamed up to offer up to 120 high school students across the U.S. an exciting opportunity to learn more about rail transportation and engineering in Summer 2023. All applicants who are accepted for the program will receive scholarships that cover the program fees, so don't wait, encourage your favorite student to get an application in today!
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) and MxV Rail are proud to host the 28th Annual AAR Research Review in Pueblo, CO, June 26-28, 2023. This highly anticipated event will bring together MxV Rail experts, leaders from the Class I and short line railroads, university students, and suppliers from around the world.
MxV Rail is preparing for nearly 500 attendees over the course of three days. The 2023 event includes traditional technical sessions, track walk displays, and in-person tours of MxV Rail's new multi-campus research facilities. The annual event also allows early career railroaders and university students to interact with industry participants and MxV Rail researchers via the Early Career Railroader Workshop and University Days.
Lake Geneva, WI
The Rail Transportation and Engineering Center (RailTEC) in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites you to attend our RailTEC Short Courses in Summer 2023. Both courses will be hosted virtually on Zoom.
Course Topics: Rail; Crossties & Fasteners; Ballast & Subgrade; Drainage; Slab Track; Turnouts & Special Trackwork; Track Structural Analysis; Track Structural Design; Track Standards & Inspections; Track Maintenance Technologies; Asset Management & Life Cycle Costs Location: Zoom | Time: Noon-4pm CDT | Instructor: Conrad Ruppert 14 Professional Development Hours
The Rail Transportation and Engineering Center (RailTEC) in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites you to attend our RailTEC Short Courses in Summer 2023. Both courses will be hosted virtually on Zoom.
Course Topics: Horizontal Track Geometry; Vertical Track Geometry; Cross Sections & Earthwork; Railroad Location; Location Referencing & Track Charts; Project Phasing; Project Cost Estimation Location: Zoom | Time: Noon-4pm CDT | Instructor: Conrad Ruppert 14 Professional Development Hours
The Eastern Crossing Seminar brings together FRA, state DOT, FHWA, rail and highway industry leaders, to present the current news, trends, updated regulations and the latest industry innovations, geared toward improvement of highway/rail, at-grade crossing safety. This two-and-a-half-day safety workshop will be held in State College, Penn. August 22-25.
The “More Info” button below will take you to the seminar’s agenda and presenters. Penn State will be issuing CEU’s (still under review) for the event. Please plan to join your peers at this biannual event and be brought up to speed on all the latest changes designed to improve safety at highway/rail grade crossings
Track is the foundation of the railroad’s physical plant. Although railroad track components are relatively simple in concept, they interact in a complex fashion to form a system capable of withstanding the extremely large forces applied by rail vehicles. Safe and reliable train operations rely upon the track system remaining within established specifications. Because the combined effects of traffic and environment degrade track, regular inspection is essential to identify defects and initiate remedial action before problems develop. This course describes track defects and acceptable corrective actions, presents a recommended methodology for conducting inspections, and discusses in depth the Federal Track Safety Standards in 49 CFR, Part 213.
San Diego, CA
Railway Interchange is the largest combined railway exhibition and technical conference in North America. Attended by nearly 10,000 industry professionals from around the globe, this truly massive event showcases the latest technology, services, and research by members of the Railway Supply Institute (RSI), the Railway Engineering-Maintenance Suppliers Association (REMSA), and Railway Systems Suppliers, Inc. (RSSI). Railway Interchange also features technical presentations and discussions by the American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of-Way Association (AREMA) and the Coordinated Mechanical Associations (CMA).
Portland, ME
Track is the foundation of the railroad’s physical plant. Although railroad track components are relatively simple in concept, they interact in a complex fashion to form a system capable of withstanding the extremely large forces applied by rail vehicles. Safe and reliable train operations rely upon the track system remaining within established specifications. Because the combined effects of traffic and environment degrade track, regular inspection is essential to identify defects and initiate remedial action before problems develop. This course describes track defects and acceptable corrective actions, presents a recommended methodology for conducting inspections, and discusses in depth the Federal Track Safety Standards in 49 CFR, Part 213.
Lombard, IL
Saratoga Springs, NY
