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Plant shutdown, spare part unavailable, manufacturer insolvent? Reverse engineering is the strategic solution for obsolescence management. Discover the precise process of how a physical component without drawings is transformed into an optimized digital twin—for greater supply security and efficiency.

Plastic injection molded parts are high-tech components that ensure precision, safety, and durability in transportation and environmental technology. From material selection to modern quality assurance and strategic procurement, they guarantee the performance and reliability of entire systems—from the granulate to on-time delivery.

For the most demanding applications in transportation and environmental technology, stainless steel investment castings offer complex geometries with exceptional strength and durability. The investment casting process combines precision, longevity, and cost-effectiveness, making it a superior solution for critical components. It allows for maximum design freedom and is ideal for applications requiring the highest reliability.

Discover Ductile Iron (GJS): The high-performance material that combines steel-like strength with excellent castability. Its unique microstructure makes it the first choice for safety-critical components in transportation technology and mechanical engineering. Learn everything about the properties, manufacturing, and applications of this versatile material.

Grate firing is a key technology in industrial and energy engineering. From Waste-to-Energy plants to biomass utilization, this guide explains operating principles, plant types such as reciprocating and travelling grates, highlights critical components, and presents solutions for typical procurement and maintenance challenges.

Side skirts for rail vehicles are high-tech components. They protect the running gear and sensitive underfloor equipment, improve aerodynamics, and reduce noise. Whether made from lightweight GRP sandwich construction or robust aluminum, the choice of material is crucial. This guide explains everything: from innovative sensor technology for Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) to safety aspects and the future of intelligent, multifunctional system components in rail transport.

Glass for metros is more than just transparency. It is a high-tech component that guarantees safety in stations and ensures comfort in trains. This guide showcases impressive architectural projects, explains safety standards like EN 12600, and introduces intelligent smart glass technologies. The complete guide for planners, architects, and operators.

A windshield for trams is a high-tech safety component. It must comply with standards like DIN EN 15152, guarantee perfect visibility, and withstand extreme loads. This guide explains everything: from its laminated glass construction and heatable surfaces to the procurement of spare parts for historic trams. The complete guide for professionals.

Glass for trams is a high-tech component. It must not only comply with standards like EN 12150 but also withstand vandalism and the rigors of daily urban life. This guide explains everything: from impact-resistant laminated glass and heated windshields to the procurement of spare parts for historic trams. The complete guide for professionals.

A GRP front apron is more than just a fairing. It is a lightweight solution that saves fuel and increases safety on trucks, buses, and rail vehicles. This guide explains everything: from materials and manufacturing (RTM) to aerodynamic advantages and the procurement of spare parts. The complete knowledge for professionals.