Railway Systems

Railway system solutions

PALFINGER has designed railway solutions for 45 years, always pursuing an uncompromising approach to system design. Close collaboration with rail vehicle manufacturers enables us to develop perfectly attuned lifting equipment – ensuring optimized maintenance vehicles with unparalleled features and functionality. PALFINGER railway systems deliver maximum efficiency when used in combination.

Integrated solutions for peak efficiency

PALFINGER railway units operate most efficiently when used in combination. Communication between PALFINGER equipment distributes stability throughout railway vehicles to optimal effect – providing access to the maximum possible lifting capacity and reach at all times.

Continuous lifting capacity optimization on inclines

The strengths of PALFINGER railway systems come to the fore when operating on sections of track with significant cant. State-of-the-art sensors integrate inclination data in stability calculations in real time. This allows the crane’s lifting capacity to be continuously controlled at inclinations from 0° to 15°, eliminating the need for general load reductions.

Refurbishments to extend service life

We perform complete overhauls on vehicles up to 40 years old, fitting them with state-of-the-art cranes and access platforms. This process gives vehicles a second life, enabling them to deliver reliable performance in construction and maintenance operations for years to come. What’s more, our global customer service network means specialist technicians are available when you need them, responding quickly to minimize downtime and maximize availability.

Uncompromising design for railway applications

Catenary systems

We engineer specialized railway equipment to deliver peak performance when dealing with dense tangles of overhead wires. When repairing overhead line brackets, combining a positioner and crane with a workman basket or an access platform makes it possible to perform work easily and efficiently. Our PKR cranes excel where others fail, effortlessly handling mast erection tasks.

Fixed railway infrastructure

Our railway cranes deliver unbeatable performance when dealing with fixed infrastructure in tight spaces where conventional cranes cannot operate, such as track sections with lateral noise barriers and live overhead lines. They feature advanced kinematics that enable full-area loading and precise positioning.

Tunnels and subway systems

We offer specialized solutions engineered to construct and maintain tracks and overhead lines in tunnels, subway systems, and other space-restricted settings. Their compact, tunnel-optimized design enables efficient and reliable performance where operational uptime is essential.

Bridge inspection

Our under-bridge inspection units have been used successfully around the world for decades. We offer an array of railway equipment, from loader cranes to work platforms, to facilitate under-bridge inspections and above-bridge maintenance. These solutions can be mounted on both railway vehicles and standard trucks.

Next-gen crane for dense overhead cabling

PKR 370

The PKR 370 is built to deliver peak performance on overhead lines. It combines higher lifting capacity, extended outreach, and an optional pivoting basket to deliver superior operational flexibility.

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Engineering and servicing expertise since 1980

PALFINGER’s Railway Systems division specializes in cranes, access platforms, and specialized railway equipment that deliver a lifetime of excellence.

Safety-driven design for high-performance operation

Control systems are PLd-compliant in accordance with EN 13849 and enable secure data transmission via the CANopen Safety protocol, while lateral and vertical movement limiters ensure safe operation. All cranes comply with EN 12999 – and with EN 280 if equipped with workman baskets.

Advanced kinematics

PALFINGER railway systems feature specifically developed kinematics for an extended range of motion. This includes tailored geometries for different solutions: for example, our PKR cranes feature upward-folding knuckle booms up to 80°, while our PR cranes are equipped with tiltable columns for near-field lifting. Our PA360 platform boasts two slewing drives, and the PA1002 features three baskets. What’s more, we offer freely moveable work platforms with a large basket, with slewing gears at the main column and basket – to name just a handful of our specialist solutions.

Stability control system

The intelligent stability system continuously calculates the crane’s maximum load capacity. It achieves this by monitoring the outrigger positions, slewing angle, vehicle frame deflection, and the machine’s overall geometry – that is, the current position of the arm system. It can also take account of up to two other PALFINGER units mounted on the same vehicle, as well as the current angle of inclination.

Radio remote control

Our railway systems’ radio remote controls ensure safe, ergonomic, and efficient operation, while enabling the operator to position themselves close to the load during handling and take up safe positions in restricted track areas. They also make it possible to operate railway vehicles in creep speed mode.

An overview of our railway solutions

Cranes

Railway cranes provide the precision essential for railway construction and maintenance, enabling efficient work even within the shortest service windows. They offer versatile solutions for any application, from light, short-distance handling to heavy-duty, complex railway tasks.

Access platforms

Our access platforms for the railway sector ensure fast and safe access to catenary systems. Uniting smart engineering with proven reliability, they are essential for work on overhead contact systems worldwide.

Bridge inspection unit

This multi-functional 3-in-1 unit can be used for under-bridge inspections, loader-crane operations, and tasks that call for a work platform. It also features a removable third boom for maximum versatility.

Positioners

Our positioners deliver outstanding performance in catenary construction and maintenance. Two independently controlled arms position contact wires and carrying cables with millimeter precision.

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