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Single Under Floor Wheel Lathe

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Atlas Rail Single Under Floor Wheel Lathes are specifically designed to machine wheel profiles for
all rolling stock including coupled or uncoupled main line, light rail, metro and locomotive wheel sets.
These lathes are designed to re-profile wheelsets on and off the train and can be installed as a
single unit or in a tandem configuration.
Since they have been designed as heavy-duty machines they allow an operator to initiate heavier
cuts thereby enhancing the throughput rate.
In its standard configuration the single under floor wheel lathe can accommodate different types of
rolling stock by examining the loaded wheelset and applying any one of a number of pre-configured
profiles.
The basic machine is capable of measuring:

Profile measurement

Wheel diameter

Total radial run-out

Flange height

Flange thickness

Flange angle (qRdimension)

Wheelset back-to-back dimension

Wheel wobble

The lathe can also be configured to accommodate brake disc machining.

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Tandem Under Floor Wheel Lathes

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These double under floor wheel lathes offer rapid machining of wheel profiles for complete bogies in
a single set-up.
Atlas Rail Tandem Under Floor Wheel Lathes are specifically designed to machine wheel profiles for
all rolling stock including coupled or uncoupled main line, light rail, metro and locomotive wheel sets.
These lathes are designed to re-profile wheelsets on and off the train and can be installed as a
single unit or in a tandem configuration.
Since they have been designed as heavy-duty machines they allow an operator to initiate heavier
cuts thereby enhancing the throughput rate.
In its standard configuration the tandem under floor wheel lathe can accommodate different types of
rolling stock by examining the loaded wheelset and applying any one of a number of pre-configured
profiles.
The basic machine is capable of measuring:

Profile measurement

Wheel diameter

Total radial Run-out

Flange height

Flange thickness

Flange angle (qRdimension)

Wheelset back-to-back dimension

Wheel wobble

The lathe can also be configured to accommodate brake disc machining.

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Above Floor Wheel Lathes

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The Atlas Rail Above Wheel Lathes (AFWL) are designed to re-profile wheelsets for a wide range of
rolling stock once removed from the vehicle.
This lathe in its standard configuration can accommodate different types of rolling stock by
examining the loaded wheelset and applying any one of a number of pre-configured profiles.
The basic machine is capable of measuring:

Profile measurement

Wheel diameter

Total radial run-out

Flange height

Flange thickness

Flange angle (qRdimension)

Wheelset back-to-back dimension

Wheel wobble

The AFWL is a single base, fully automated, CNC machine that provides high levels of accuracy,
built to re-profile wheels of varying diameters and axle lengths and capable of accommodating the
majority of the differing types of gear wheels, pulleys, brake discs and bearing axle boxes in the rail
industry.

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Wheel Mount Press

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The Atlas Wheel Mount Press has been designed for maximum versatility.
With a double-ended design, large stroke capacity and multiple tooling options, the system is able to
accommodate all manner of mount/demount requirements.
This is achieved while minimising requirements for manual handling. Both the mount and demount
tooling has been designed to simplify the loading process via an overhead gantry crane.
This tooling design means that dual ended mount and demount is achievable in a single setup.
To maximise efficiency, the system incorporates a high flow power pack, which greatly reduces the
overall operational cycle times. Features of the machine include:

Faster cycle times

Reduced manual handling requirements

Reduced maintenance and increased reliability

Wide range of tooling and pressing options

Exceptional machine rigidity and accuracy as the resistance head is a stationary structural
member of the machine.

Optional features available for the system include:

Additional power pack unit

Automated loader

Turntable for incorporation into the workshop rail line

Integrated axle checking stand for measurement of back-to-back distance, wheel wobble and
wheel run out, and to facilitate ultrasonic testing.

Wheel Demount Press

The Atlas Demount Press has been designed for maximum versatility.
With a double-ended design, large stroke capacity and multiple tooling options, the system is able to
accommodate all manner of mount/demount requirements.
This is achieved while minimising requirements for manual handling. Both the mount and demount
tooling has been designed to simplify the loading process via an overhead gantry crane.
This tooling design means that dual ended mount and demount is achievable in a single setup.
To maximise efficiency, the system incorporates a high flow power pack, which greatly reduces the
overall operational cycle times. Features of the machine include:

Faster cycle times

Reduced manual handling requirements

Reduced maintenance and increased reliability

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Wide range of tooling and pressing options

Exceptional machine rigidity and accuracy as the resistance head is a stationary structural
member of the machine.

Optional features available for the system include:

Additional power pack unit

Automated loader

Turntable for incorporation into the workshop rail line

Integrated axle checking stand for measurement of back-to-back distance, wheel wobble and
wheel run out, and to facilitate ultrasonic testing.

Automated Axle Checking Stand

After fitting wheels onto an axle in a wheel mount press, measurements need to be made to confirm
the wheelset is within specification before being re-introduced to the system.
The press installation can incorporate an axle checking stand, which measures the wheelset
against datum on the axle in-line with a reference drawing.
The axle checking stand can be part of a press installation or it can be a stand-alone device.
Measurements are taken by the same controller operating the press and values are displayed on
the main console. Hardcopy reports can be printed.

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Wheel Diameter Gauge

Atlas Rail has numerous gauging systems that can be provided in support of production
requirements. The two main styles of gauges include the Wheel Diameter Gauge and the Back-toBack gauge.
The Wheel Diameter Gauge enables the operator to conduct a very simple test to determine the
diameter of the wheel to determine if the wheel is within specified limits in support of machining and
processing.
Atlas Rail has numerous other gauging systems that can be accommodated on customer request.

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Back-to-Back Gauge

Atlas Rail has numerous gauging systems that can be provided in support of production
requirements. The two main styles of gauges include the Wheel Diameter Gauge and the Back-toBack Gauge
The Back-to-Back Gauge enables the operator to conduct a quick validation of the back to back
measurements for a given wheel set enabling the operator to process the wheel set in accordance
with the results of the back to back gauge.
Atlas Rail has numerous other gauging systems that can be accommodated on customer request.

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Bearing Presses & Pullers

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Replacing worn and damaged bearings is an essential part of maintaining rail fleets and no
maintenance workshop is complete without the means to remove and fit these parts.
Atlas Rails automated bearing puller includes bearing clamp hydraulic rams for the removal of the
bearings and a bearing unloader, it will position the wheelset, remove the bearing and place the
bearing on a automatic unloader.
Designed to complement the bearing puller, the automatic bearing press is suitable for the
automated pressing of AP bearings sizes E to GG for wheels 700 - 1100mm with a pressing capacity
of 65 Ton.
The system is able to accommodate locomotive wheelsets with suspension tubes where required.
Bearings are loaded into the bearing press automatically from the feed tray and the press is able to
press both bearings at the same time, or individually.
The bearing press incorporates an automatic wheelset stop and eject unit.
Both machines are fully automated for cost reduction and to improve workshop efficiency.

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Atlas Rail Drop Tables

The Atlas Rail Single Axle Drop Table is used to remove and replace wheelsets/bogies and traction
motors from most rail vehicles. The table is hydraulically driven and controlled by the operator via a
hand-held remote.
This simple and compact design allows for easy installation and operation while remaining robust
enough to handle some of the heaviest locomotives currently in service.
With the entire hydraulic system located on the table, including the power unit, and with the ability to
eliminate the control panel this helps keep the work area free of unnecessary obstacles.
Fully interlocked safety pins are incorporated into the design supporting the table in the home
position when powered down. This allows other rolling stock to utilise the line when the drop table is
not in use, and helps maintain a safe working environment.

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Wheel Qualification Machine

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The Wheel Qualification Machine (WQM) is regarded as an integral part of a rail maintenance
workshop and is invaluable in determining the processing required for wheels.
The machine will automatically load the wheelset, spin it at the correct speed, measure the wheel
diameter, apply the UT probes for the test and unload the wheel when finished.
The WQM tests the wheels using two EPOCH 4 ultrasonic flaw detectors, which detect the ultrasonic
signal and also measure for distance.
The system will analyse the echoes, those expected such as the Back Wall Echo or echoes from
discontinuities such as shelling or cracking.
Discontinuities are then classified as acceptable or unacceptable (defects) depending on their length,
their location in the rim, and their location in relation to other discontinuities.
Each wheel is then given a "Severity Level", with an associated Corrective Action".

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Automatic Bearing Clearance Test Machine

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The Atlas Rail Automatic Bearing Clearance Test Machine is a versatile piece of workshop
equipment, which is used to automatically test the bearing clearance of double row taper roller
bearings.
Originally developed in conjunction with Timken, the unit accurately measures the bearing clearance
and indicates a pass/fail, which is determined by preset high and low limits.
If the bearing fails, the machine will lower the cone allowing the operator to fit an new spacer and
retest the bearing.
During the measuring cycle the bearing cup is subject to a load in both directions. The cone is
rotated which the cup is held, with the clearance measured using a precision Mitotoyo Linear Gauge
Unit. Rotation speed and loading is adjustable.
Features include:

Fast cycle times

High repeatability

No manual handling

Tooling available for full range of AP bearings

Option available for filtered oil flushing incorporated in the test unit to flush the bearing for
improved accuracy.

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Bogie & Spring Tester

The Bogie Test machine is designed to test complete bogies to ensure that weight is evenly
distributed across all four wheels.
Installed in a pit beneath the rails, the machine allows for direct loading and unloading of bogies and
it can also be configured to allow trains to pass through when not in use.
Load cells beneath each wheel calculate the loading and should adjustment be necessary, hydraulic
rams can lift the bogie to facilitate shimming.
The Atlas Rail Bogie Spring Tester has been designed to either work with the Bogie Test Machine or
as an independent machine. It can be used to handle multiple types of spring. When used in
conjunction with the Test Bench the same services can be utilised for both machines.
The machine incorporates a linear transducer that is used to measure the spring free length.
Measurements taken in this test are used to determine the size of any shims required.

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Automatic Single Car Brake Test Machine

The Atlas Rail Single Car Brake Test Machine is a versatile piece of workshop equipment used to
automatically test the braking systems of railroad vehicles to AAR Standards.
With all equipment contained within a mobile cart, the unit features a digital operator screen and it is
capable of testing two cars at the same time.
Other features include:

Simple proven design.

Printout of test results on completion of test.

Portable, 240v ac 110v ac or battery powered.

Single or dual unit.

Off the shelf components.

Accuracy 2Kpa 0.25 PSI

VTA actuator (if required)

No special connections to car.

Can be built to suit your brake system.

Air filters on all air inputs from car and outputs from unit.

Self calibrating and testing functions

Digital readout of brake pipe pressure and relay valve pressure.

Manual single car testing.

Can be connected to your network to record tests.

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Palletised Progressions Systems

Palletised progression units or shunters are used to position rolling stock above the under floor
wheel lathe and to index from one wheelset to another.
Atlas Rail has a range of progression systems and shunters up to to 1500 tonnes pulling capacity.
Both systems offer significant performance and safety advantages and are available as stand-alone
units or fully integrated into a wheel lathe to form a complete machining and progression system.

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Capstan & Bollard System

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The vehicles to be profiled are progressed through the underfloor lathe using a capstan and bollard
arrangement.
The system will typically consist of:

Capstan complete with drive motor and reduction gearbox

Satellite bollards one located at each end of the carshed and one near the capstan

Two heavy ropes to drive the vehicle in either direction

Variable speed drive to allow for creeping of the drive unit when the vehicle is close to the
under floor lathe.

Using the capstan and bollard system, ropes are attached to the vehicle using an "eye-splice" and
chain arrangement.
Each rope is run around the bollard system and coiled next to the capstan. Depending on the
direction of travel, one rope is wrapped around the capstan.
An operator stands near the capstan operating the motor while applying pressure to the rope.
Another operator in the pit adjusts the shunting speed via a dial on the console. The machine driving
heads have four optical switches that feedback to lights on the console.
When the wheelset is close to central then an amber light illuminates. Once the wheelset is in the
correct position a green light illuninates.

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Bogie & Wheelset Turntables

The turntable is an essential piece of equipment in any rail workshop and enables the easy
movement of both wheelsets and bogies between different rails which feed the various machine tools
such as wheel presses and lathes.
The turntable is designed to be mounted in a concrete pit, with the rails at floor level for direct
loading and unloading of bogies from one track to another within a workshop.
The turntable has 360 rotational capability, and is rotated automatically or manually using
pneumatics.
As the wheelset is rolled on to the turntable a proximity switch will raise a dampened pin in the track
to stop the unit in the centre, and another pin then rises behind it to hold the unit in place while being
rotated.
Once aligned in the required direction, the lugs will drop back into the turntable and the rail will lift
slightly at one end to eject the wheelset/bogie.