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BORFLEX, a recognised specialist in elastomer and composite solutions, made a strong impression at InnoTrans 2024, the leading international event for rail transport technologies, showcasing its latest innovations in the rolling stock and infrastructure sectors, BORFLEX has once again demonstrated its expertise and commitment to sustainable and high-performance mobility. The trade fair, which attracted around 170,000 visitors from 133 countries, provided an ideal platform for BORFLEX to present its innovations to an international audience.
1/ INNOTRANS 2024
The InnoTrans 2024 trade fair was a must-attend event for the rail sector. BORFLEX, a key player in the field of elastomer and composite solutions, made a significant impact at this year’s event with its innovations, further cementing its role as a leading technical partner for rolling stock and infrastructure.
BORFLEX’s success at the trade fair is down to the hard work of our teams. The commitment shown by the BORFLEX teams is a testament to their dedication to delivering ever more innovative solutions tailored to the challenges facing the rail sector.
We showcased a number of innovations during the exhibition, reaffirming our role as a pioneer in the rail industry:
- Bespoke products for rolling stock: solutions tailored to customers’ specific needs, featuring customised parts that offer robustness and durability.
- The RUBBY® system for infrastructure: a flagship innovation from BORFLEX, designed to enhance the performance of railway infrastructure through advanced technologies.
Recycling solutions: BORFLEX is a leading manufacturer of components that can incorporate recycled rubber, thereby demonstrating its commitment to a more sustainable industry.
Beyond technical innovations, discussions regarding BORFLEX’s recycling capabilities were a particular highlight of this year’s event. We stand out for our ability to produce components – whether standard or bespoke – incorporating recycled materials, a major asset in addressing today’s environmental challenges.
This participation in InnoTrans 2024 has strengthened BORFLEX’s position
2/ ROLLING STOCK: PERFORMANCE AND DURABILITY
In the rolling stock sector, we showcased our advanced elastomer and composite solutions, developed to meet the growing demands for reliability, safety and sustainability.
Seals: Expertise in co-extrusion
At BORFLEX, we manufacture robust and reliable seals thanks to our expertise in co-extrusion. Designed to withstand a wide range of industrial environments, our seals are used in door and window systems, ensuring optimum protection against air and water ingress.
Bellows: Resistance to Dynamic and Static Loads
Our bellows are designed to provide comprehensive protection even under conditions of high dynamic and static stress. They ensure maximum insulation and protection for mechanical components, whilst extending their service life.
Rubber-Metal Components: Bespoke Solutions for Vibration Damping
BORFLEX designs rubber-to-metal couplings that meet each customer’s specific technical requirements. Our components are particularly well-suited for vibration damping in railway bogies, ensuring both comfort and safety. Working closely with our customers, we develop bespoke solutions tailored to the unique requirements of each project.
Axle Bearings: Performance and Durability
Our axle mounts are designed for enhanced durability and can withstand up to 2,000 cycles. Thanks to an innovative magnetic fastening system, the rubber bushings attach securely to the axles, ensuring optimum reliability. In addition to their robust design, we offer the option to customise the mounts with a logo, as well as a strap-fastening option to ensure a perfect fit for all technical specifications.
Shark Fork: Innovation in Axle Shifting
The Shark Fork from BORFLEX makes it easier to move axles, whilst offering exceptional durability thanks to its material, which is specially designed to withstand outdoor conditions and temperature fluctuations. Suitable for all wheel diameters and widths, it ensures safe and ergonomic handling of the axles.
Thanks to these innovations, BORFLEX continues to offer comprehensive, high-performance and sustainable solutions for the railway industry and other industrial sectors. You can now view our full range of products in the ‘Rolling Stock’ section:
3/ INFRASTRUCTURE: INNOVATIVE SYSTEMS FOR MORE EFFICIENT NETWORKS
In the field of infrastructure, we have also highlighted cutting-edge technological solutions designed to enhance the performance and sustainability of rail and industrial networks.
Shoe for rail
Our rail cover is an innovative protective solution for rails, offering long-lasting protection against mechanical and environmental stresses. This product, specially designed for railway applications, protects rails against wear, impact and vibration. As well as extending the service life of the infrastructure, the rail cover reduces noise pollution and is very easy to install.
VELOSECUR®
safety system VELOSECUR® is an innovative safety system designed by BORFLEX to protect railway tracks against the risk of derailment. This product, made from a durable elastomer, fills the gaps in railway tracks, thereby enabling cyclists to cross railway lines safely. Thanks to its simple and effective installation, VELOSECUR® enables railway operators to enhance line safety whilst reducing maintenance costs.
RUBBY® elastomeric and composite flooring
RUBBY® is an elastomer and composite flooring system developed by BORFLEX. RUBBY® offers a revolutionary alternative to traditional flooring systems. This new system comprehensively addresses safety and sustainability issues, as well as wider societal concerns. This flooring, which is both flexible and durable, helps to extend the lifespan of infrastructure whilst reducing the need for maintenance work.
SwissCross RUBE® level crossing
SwissCross RUBE® is a level crossing that combines rubber and concrete. Designed to offer maximum durability, this system guarantees effective protection against wear and tear on the rails and associated infrastructure. Thanks to its high-strength elastomer properties, SwissCross ensures a smooth transition between roads and railway tracks, whilst reducing vibrations and impacts.
Thanks to these advances, BORFLEX continues to offer comprehensive, effective and sustainable solutions tailored to the rail industry and a range of other industrial sectors. You can now view our full range of products in the ‘Infrastructure’ section:
Key takeaways
By taking part in the InnoTrans 2024 trade fair, BORFLEX has reaffirmed its leading role in the development of innovative systems for the rail sector. Drawing on its expertise in elastomers and composites, the group is committed to supporting its partners in implementing sustainable, safe and high-performance technologies tailored to the mobility challenges of the future.
BORFLEX’s participation in this event underlines its ambition to meet the current and future needs of the rail sector, whilst remaining at the forefront of technological innovation.
For further information on the systems offered by BORFLEX®, please visit our website.
- The website: borflex-group/
- The page dedicated to the railway industry: borflex-group/ /industry/railway/
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