Rail grinder
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-004665
A specialized machine used to remove surface defects, corrugations, and irregularities from railway tracks. It employs abrasive grinding stones or wheels to restore the optimal profile of the railhead, extending rail life and improving ride quality. Regular rail grinding reduces noise, vibration, and wear on both the rails and rolling stock.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-004665 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Industrial supplies, equipment, and components |
| Translations | German: Schleifmaschine für Eisenbahnschienen; Spanish: amoladora de carril; French: meuleuse de rail |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-IND-004665",
"term": "Rail grinder",
"field": "Industrial and trades",
"definition": "A specialized machine used to remove surface defects, corrugations, and irregularities from railway tracks. It employs abrasive grinding stones or wheels to restore the optimal profile of the railhead, extending rail life and improving ride quality. Regular rail grinding reduces noise, vibration, and wear on both the rails and rolling stock.",
"subject": "Industrial supplies, equipment, and components",
"translations": {
"de": "Schleifmaschine für Eisenbahnschienen",
"es": "amoladora de carril",
"fr": "meuleuse de rail"
},
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/rail-grinder/"
}
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