SIFER 2023: THE EXHIBITION THAT BROKE ALL RECORDS

9 May 2023

The BORFLEX team at the SIFER 2023 trade fair

SIFER 2023: THE EXHIBITION THAT BROKE ALL RECORDS

The 13th edition of the SIFER 2023 trade fair, dedicated to the rail sector, attracted considerable interest from French and international exhibitors and visitors. This year, attendance reached a record high, with more than 7,000 industry professionals taking part. The BORFLEX teams, for their part, welcomed over 200 visitors during the three days of the exhibition, showcasing a selection of their product ranges specialising in infrastructure and rolling stock.

1. BORFLEX® at the SIFER International Railway Exhibition

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At the SIFER 2023 trade fair, exhibitors unveiled their latest innovations and technologies for the rail industry. Among them, BORFLEX® showcased a comprehensive range of products renowned for their quality and durability. Representatives from the brand also took the opportunity during the event to discuss the latest market trends and developments.

BORFLEX® has been addressing the challenges of the rail sector for over 60 years and has always been able to provide systems tailored to the needs of both infrastructure and rolling stock.

In addition to the flagship products in its current range, BORFLEX® unveiled its latest innovations at the trade fair, notably its 3D printing projects, which enable the creation of complex shapes using different materials. The company also presented a brand-new decking system combining rubber and composite materials, the result of the group’s unique expertise.

With complete control over the production chain, from the selection of raw materials to the manufacture of components in small and medium-sized batches, BORFLEX® is able to tailor formulations to meet the specific requirements and applications of each component.

2. Railway products

The various projects managed by BORFLEX® experts have naturally led them to develop product ranges or systems specifically designed for either the infrastructure sector or the rolling stock sector.

Here are a few examples of the products on display.

Infrastructure:

• Swisscross, THE resin level crossing for service and pedestrian use, available in various grid sizes.

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The SWISSCROSS resin level crossing

They meet the sector’s needs:

  • Complete system,
  • Quick and easy installation,
  • Rot-proof,
  • Non-slip,
  • UV and fire resistance in accordance with the relevant standards,
  • Excellent resistance to weathering and corrosion,
  • Suitable for all types of sleepers and rails

• VELOSECUR by BORFLEX® is another system developed for infrastructure; it is designed to ensure the safety of cyclists when crossing railway tracks. This system covers the railway tracks, allowing bicycles, pushchairs and wheelchairs to pass safely!

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VELOSECUR by BORFLEX®
  • Complete system
  • Quick and easy installation
  • Rot-proof
  • Good durability

Rolling stock:

  • Wheelset Axle Mount

This system is designed for the transport and storage of wheel sets and bogies. It provides protection for the rim and the running surface of the wheel sets and bogies.

  • Exceptional durability of up to 2,000 cycles
  • Quick and easy installation
  • Magnetic fastening
  • OPTIONS:
  • Customisation with your logo
  • Strap fastening
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Wheelset Axle Mount

Window seals and other moulded rubber components from the Flamestop® range

Flamestop® range of window seals and moulded components showcased at SIFER 2023.
Window seals and moulded components from the Flamestop® range

Visitors were able to see for themselves that BORFLEX®’s services cover construction, maintenance and compliance work. The company’s specialists understand their clients’ challenges and adapt to their requirements. The quality of our products is widely recognised by our customers for their ease of installation, durability and user-friendliness.

For further information on the systems offered by BORFLEX®, please visit our website.

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