Innovations
Flexibility on rails
flex freight system®
In 2009, Wascosa introduced the award-winning flex freight system®. As the name suggests: It is a modular concept that enables the flexible use of a container flat wagon with various superstructures. This makes the use of the basic wagon more flexible, productive and cost-efficient.
Safety and cost efficiency
Automated Ballast Wagon
In collaboration with customers and partners, Wascosa has developed an automated ballast discharge wagon. Rail operators control the position of the six discharge drums and the amount of ballast from the three hoppers via remote control. This enables more precise and flexible unloading of materials. The soundproofing reduces noise during the unloading process. The 360° lighting on the wagon ensures optimal illumination of the work area, which is particularly useful during night operations. The anti-dust water spray system also serves to protect the operating personnel.
Safety for tank wagons
WASCOSA safe tank car®
Wascosa, together with the customer and manufacturer, has developed a tank wagon that sets new standards in safety and wagon design. In addition to increased safety, the advantages also include a significant increase in productivity through weight savings. Despite the additional, modern safety features, the wagon is equipped with an enlarged tank optimised for acrylonitrile with a volume of 93m³. Other features include derailment detectors, crash buffers, an anti-climbing device, head shields and telematics.
Efficiency in grain transport
Grain wagon 95m³
The grain wagon 95m³ Tagnpps from Wascosa offers an optimised payload of 70.1 tonnes. This high load capacity makes the freight wagon ideal for transporting high bulk density products such as grain. Loading and unloading are facilitated by an 800 mm (rather than 450 mm) wide opening.
The handling of the grain wagon is simplified by a wagon roof that can be operated from the ground. In addition, the optional sampler unit allows for quick and easy collection of cargo samples, which optimises quality control.
