RSI 2011 Annual Report and Membership Directory

Annual Report 2011

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SUPPORT 2

AboutRSI 2

Chairman’smessage 4

RSIleadership 6

RSIindustrycommittees 8

Tankcarupdate 12

RSImembership 14

Scholarshipprogram 16

CONNECTION 17

Conferencesandevents 17

ADVOCACY 22

RSIworkinWashington 22

BobClementreports 24

Advocacyefforts 26

OperationLifesaver 28

Coalitionbuilding 30

Membership directory 31

Advertising index 44

TABLE OF CONTENTS

RSIANNUALREPORT2011

RSI ANNUAL REPORT 2011 1

The Railway Supply Institute acts on behalf of the largest and smallest suppliers to North American freight and passenger railroads and their employees. As the only all-inclusive trade association for the entire rail supply industry, RSI represents a diverse group involved in the manufacture of products and services in the freight car, locomotive, maintenance-of-way, communications and signaling, leasing, and passenger rail industries.

RSI connects members to their customers and partners, supports industry improvements, assists members in the global marketplace, and represents the industry during the regulatory and legislative process.

Support…Railway supplier support is important to the railroad industry. RSI manages seven industry committees on such critical issues as the safe transportation of hazardous materials, grade crossing safety, and technical standards. Our committees help members collaborate and resolve the technical, legislative, and regulatory issues unique to the rail supply industry.

Connection…Railway suppliers are connected and strengthened by RSI. RSI members meet and do business with freight and passenger railroads and other suppliers at annual confer-ences, trade shows, and industry events. We are the center of the industry network, helping to make contacts for our members with key play-ers in the companies that work in the rail and rail supply industries.

Advocacy…RSI is your voice in Washington. RSI has a presence on Capitol Hill and among the regulatory agencies that write the rules for the rail industry. RSI continually advocates safe, sensible, and efficient solutions that work for rail, suppliers, and the people who depend on us to move their goods. RSI aids members in communicating their interests to legislators, regulators, and other industry stakeholders.

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ABOUT RSI

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ABOUT RSI

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The Railway Supply Institute had an extraordinary 2011. RSI delivered on its mission to connect members to their customers and partners, support the improvement of the industry, and advocate for the industry during the regulatory and legislative process.

In September, nearly 9,000 railroaders and railway suppliers descended on Minneapolis for Railway Interchange 2011. Of those in attendance, 3,000 were there for RSI and the Coordinated Mechanical Associations (CMA) tech-nical sessions. The show exceeded expectations. RSI, along with Railway Engineering-Maintenance Suppliers Association (REMSA) and Railway Sys-tems Suppliers, Inc. (RSSI), quickly sold out exhibit space in the Minneapolis Convention Center and Canadian Pacific’s Humboldt Yard. Minneapolis was the culmination of a two-year planning process, and my congratulations to the staffs of RSI, REMSA, RSSI, and American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of-Way Association (AREMA) for making the show a success.

As a full-service trade association, RSI does more than host trade shows. Our program committees act as an integral part of our mission to serve railway suppliers: They bring our members together to discuss issues of inter-est and connect with railroads and state and federal governments. They also span a wide array of interests across the supply industry. For example, our Committee on Tank Cars leads the industry in tank car safety and security issues, while the State Tax Committee works diligently to curb onerous taxes placed on freight cars by various state legislatures. And in addition to working with the Association of American Railroads on freight car design issues, the American Railway Car Institute (ARCI) committee supplies quarterly freight

car order and delivery data to Wall Street analysts and government officials. I urge you to take a careful look at RSI’s industry committees and see where your company might benefit from joining.

While the new Congress has challenged RSI, it has not hindered our progress. Our government relations team, Nicole Brewin and the Honorable Bob Clement, is well known on Capitol Hill as the voice of the rail supply industry. Supported by our members, coalitions, and industry partners, RSI continues to promote supplier issues by introducing RSI to new members of Congress, meeting with committee leadership, and testifying at committee hearings.

The year also brought new opportunities for RSI’s advocacy team. I had the privilege of join-ing the RSI staff and fellow board members in a White House meeting with the Administration’s Domestic Policy Team—the first meeting of its kind. After passing through White House security, we had an hour-long meeting with Administration representatives, discussing the importance of the supply industry for jobs and issues facing RSI members and their customers.

As I look forward to 2012, I see more opportunities for RSI and our membership. We’re returning to Chicago for RSI/CMA 2012 and will hold Railway Interchange 2013 the following year in India-napolis. An election year, 2012 will bring a new Congress that needs to hear from us. RSI will ask you to participate in the political process. You see, Congress can give and Congress can take away, thus your participation is needed to speak out on what harms and helps our industry. When RSI asks for your help, I urge you to give it for the benefit of yourselves and your customers.

While my term is ending, I know that RSI will continue to effectively represent the rail sup-ply industry. The RSI board, with the dedicated leadership team of Mike Mitrovich, Rob Mat-thews, and Fred Sasser, will continue to promote our organization and its diverse membership. I thank them for their support and encouragement throughout 2011. Special thanks to the RSI staff of Tom Simpson, Nicole Brewin, Robyn Leach, and Amanda Patrick. They do an amazing job and deserve our sincere gratitude. Most important, thanks to our 276 members who help make RSI the voice of the supply industry.


Dear RSI Members and Friends:

CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE

RSI Chairman Gregory P. Vogelman, GE Rail Services

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Freight Car Parts Locomotive Parts• Friction Castings (ASF & Barber)

• Control Springs (ASF & Barber)

• Column Wear Plates (ASF & Barber)

• Truck Side Frames (70ton, 100ton, 125ton)

• Truck Bolsters (70ton, 100ton, 125ton)

• Constant Contact Side Bearings

• Cast Draft Sills (Coal & Grain Cars)

• AAR D-Series Load Coils

• Low Profile Center Plates

• M901E/G Draft Gears

• Adapter Steering Pad Systems (M976)

• Freight Car Axles

• Railway Wheels

• Tapered Roller Bearings

• AAR Couplers

• AAR Yokes

• Knuckles

• Carrier Basket Springs

• New Cushioning Units

• Reconditioned Cushioning Units

• Braking Components - Hand Brakes - Slack Adjusters - Empty/Load Devices - Truck Mounted Brakes - Brake Cylinders - Truck Mounted Brake Rigging

• Wear Prevention Components - Coupler Carriers and Wear Plates - Brake Beam Guides - Brake Rod and Bracket Protectors - Center Bowl Wear Liner - Center Bowl Horizontal Liners - Rear Yoke Support

• Locomotive Wheels

• Locomotive Roller Bearings

• Locomotive Springs

• New Locomotive Draft Gears

• Reconditioned Locomotive Draft Gears

• Locomotive Axles

• GPS and condition-based tracking and monitoring

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Dear RSI Members and Friends:

CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE

Freight Car Parts Locomotive Parts• Friction Castings (ASF & Barber)

• Control Springs (ASF & Barber)

• Column Wear Plates (ASF & Barber)

• Truck Side Frames (70ton, 100ton, 125ton)

• Truck Bolsters (70ton, 100ton, 125ton)

• Constant Contact Side Bearings

• Cast Draft Sills (Coal & Grain Cars)

• AAR D-Series Load Coils

• Low Profile Center Plates

• M901E/G Draft Gears

• Adapter Steering Pad Systems (M976)

• Freight Car Axles

• Railway Wheels

• Tapered Roller Bearings

• AAR Couplers

• AAR Yokes

• Knuckles

• Carrier Basket Springs

• New Cushioning Units

• Reconditioned Cushioning Units

• Braking Components - Hand Brakes - Slack Adjusters - Empty/Load Devices - Truck Mounted Brakes - Brake Cylinders - Truck Mounted Brake Rigging

• Wear Prevention Components - Coupler Carriers and Wear Plates - Brake Beam Guides - Brake Rod and Bracket Protectors - Center Bowl Wear Liner - Center Bowl Horizontal Liners - Rear Yoke Support

• Locomotive Wheels

• Locomotive Roller Bearings

• Locomotive Springs

• New Locomotive Draft Gears

• Reconditioned Locomotive Draft Gears

• Locomotive Axles

• GPS and condition-based tracking and monitoring

IONX Asset Monitoring

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Being part of the Railway Supply Institute Board of Directors can be a difficult and rewarding assignment. The industry is diverse and the needs of an association are many. There are always challenges as well as the need for forward thinking and leadership—whether it is tackling a joint trade show or a new dues structure. The RSI Board shares in the responsibility of moving the association forward by developing strategies, overseeing events, and coming together to manage finan-cial and policy issues.

Board members make up small and large companies involved in the manufacture of products and services in the freight car, loco-motive, maintenance-of-way, communications and signaling, and passenger rail industries. Not only do RSI Board members come from different supply disciplines, they also enhance the Board with their talents, experiences, and resources. It is under the direction of the Board of Directors and with the support of the membership that RSI continues to be a suc-cessful trade association, representative of the industry it promotes.


RSI Board of Directors

LEADERSHIP

OfficersChair Gregory P. Vogelman, GE Rail Services

Vice Chair Michael J. Mitrovich, MPL Technology Inc.

Secretary/Treasurer Robert Matthews, Stella-Jones Inc.

DirectorsThomas F. DeJoseph, Loram Maintenance of Way Inc.

Michael Foxx, Strato, Inc.

Brian Hawkins, Amsted Rail

Terrence G. Heidkamp, GATX Corporation

James R. Higginbottom, The Okonite Company

Michael K. Ogden, Morton Manufacturing Company

Fred R. Sasser, Chicago Freight Car Leasing Company

Jeff Stearns, Wabtec Corporation

Edward J. Whalen, FreightCar America, Inc.

Honorary Director Robert J. Pokorski, Miner Enterprises

REMSA Representative Phil Homan, Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc.

RSSI Representative Thomas J. Ulrich, Arthur N. Ulrich Company

StaffThe staff of the Railway Supply Institute is a dedicated, professional, and knowledgeable team, eager to serve the rail supply industry in all aspects of association management. Guided by the RSI mission of supporting, connecting, and advocating for its membership, the staff promotes the industry through government relations work, hosting trade shows and marketing events, and creating a forum for industry collaboration.

President Thomas D. Simpson [email protected]

Assistant Vice President Nicole B. Brewin [email protected]

Office Manager Robyn M. Leach [email protected]

Membership & Marketing Amanda T. Patrick [email protected]

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The direction of RSI’s policy goals are determined

by the work and collaboration of its industry com-

mittees, which support the different disciplines and

issues of the supply industry. Consisting of RSI

member companies, the committees provide an

opportunity for member involvement and support,

and advance railway supply industry goals in the

public and private sectors.

AMERICAN RAILWAY CAR INSTITUTE Chair: Martin Graham, Trinity Rail Group, LLC

The American Railway Car Institute (ARCI) has represented the North American freight car build-ing industry for more than 75 years. Membership consists of major North American freight car manufacturers and works in conjunction with the Association of American Railroads (AAR) on freight car design standards. In addition, the ARCI tabu-lates and reports North American freight car statis-tics and represents the specific interests of railcar builders in legislative and regulatory matters. In addition, ARCI’s Engineering and Design Sub-committee meets several times a year to address freight car design and safety issues.

The ARCI quarterly freight car statistics are used as a barometer on the state of the railway supply industry. They are used by organizations such as the Bloomberg news and Federal Reserve Board, plus financial analysts, component suppliers, and others who follow the freight car building industry.

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ARCI AffILIATE MEMbERShIp Though membership on the ARCI committee is restricted to North American freight car builders, anyone can become an affiliate member. Typical affiliate members are component suppliers for the freight car industry, leasing companies, and finan-cial institutions. Affiliate members receive quar-terly freight car statistics and have an opportunity to be on the Engineering & Design Subcommittee.

EQUIpMENT LEASING COMMITTEE Chair: John Kieras, Union Tank Car Company

The Equipment Leasing Committee is composed of representatives from prominent freight car leasing companies. Its primary responsibility is to evaluate and guide RSI in key regulatory and public policy issues affecting the leasing industry, which often involve railroad service relations issues. In addition, the committee responds to AAR circular letters and other railroad proposals that affect private car own-ers. RSI member companies own and provide for lease more than 700,000 railroad freight cars.

QUALITY ASSURANCE COMMITTEE

The Quality Assurance Committee (QAC) is an advocate for quality and continuous improvement in the performance and safety of the rail supply industry’s products and services. The QAC works closely with the AAR Quality Committee to ensure that member companies receive the information they need to implement superior quality programs and meet the challenges of today’s marketplace. Over the years, working with the AAR Quality Com-mittee, QAC has sponsored training programs for suppliers who are new to the industry or need refresher courses on key quality issues.

STANDARD COUpLER MANUfACTURERS COMMITTEE Chair: Patrick S. Wallace, Trinity Rail Group

This committee promotes AAR standard coupler technology worldwide and meets periodically to discuss the technical matters confronting standard coupler manufacturers. The committee also works with the rail industry to develop coupler standards that reflect the latest in technology and foundry practices. This committee is restricted to compa-nies that produce standard AAR couplers.


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STATE TAXATION COMMITTEE Chair: Robert Shank, Greenbrier Manufacturing

TheStateTaxationCommittee,consistingofcompaniesthatownandleaserailroadfreightcars,monitorsandactsonstatelegisla-tiveandregulatoryissuesthataffectthetaxa-tionofprivatelyownedfreightcars.Overtheyears,itisestimatedthatthecommitteehassavedprivatecarownersseveralmilliondol-larsinexcesstaxation.

COMMITTEE ON TANK CARS Chair: Joseph Lattanzio, GE Rail Car Services

TheCommitteeforTankCars(RSICTC)addressesissuesofimportancetotankcarbuildersandowners,andregularlyreviewstankcarrequirementsthroughitsmember-shipintheAARTankCarCommittee.RSICTCisattheforefrontofthelatestresearchtoimprovetankcarsafety,andrepresentstankcarmanufacturersinfederal,legislative,andregulatorymatters.

TheEngineering/TechnicalSubcommitteeoverseestheRSI/AARtankcarsafetyresearchprojectandmeetsquarterlywiththeAARCom-mitteeonTankCarstodiscusstankcarsecu-rity,packaging,andoperationalissues.RSICTCpublicationscanbefoundontheRSIwebsiteatwww.rsiweb.org/rsicommittees_tc.html.

Membershiptothiscommitteeisrestrictedtocompaniesengagedinthedesign,manufac-ture,ownership,orleasingofrailroad tankcars.

WASHINGTON AFFAIRS COMMITTEE Chair: John Paljug, Safetran Systems Corporation Chair: Thomas J. Gillespie, Jr., ALSTOM Transportation, Inc.

TheWashingtonAffairsCommittee(WAC)isopentoallmemberswithanemphasisonmembercompaniesinthecommunica-tionandsignaling,maintenance-of-way,andpassengerindustries.Legislativeissuesofinterestinclude:supportingtheSection130highway-railgradecrossingprogram;sup-portingrailroadsinsecuringtaxincentivestoincreasecapacity;securingfederalinvestmentforpositivetraincontrolandhighspeedrail;supportingAmtrak’slegislativegoals;support-ingtheClassIrailroadseffortsopposedtore-regulation;andlobbyingagainstbiggertrucks.Inaddition,thecommitteeworkscloselywithOperationLifesavertoreducethedeathsandinjuriesathighway-railgradecrossingsandalongrailroadrights-of-waythroughpubliceducationprograms.




STATE TAXATION COMMITTEE Chair: Robert Shank, Greenbrier Manufacturing

TheStateTaxationCommittee,consistingofcompaniesthatownandleaserailroadfreightcars,monitorsandactsonstatelegisla-tiveandregulatoryissuesthataffectthetaxa-tionofprivatelyownedfreightcars.Overtheyears,itisestimatedthatthecommitteehassavedprivatecarownersseveralmilliondol-larsinexcesstaxation.

COMMITTEE ON TANK CARS Chair: Joseph Lattanzio, GE Rail Car Services

TheCommitteeforTankCars(RSICTC)addressesissuesofimportancetotankcarbuildersandowners,andregularlyreviewstankcarrequirementsthroughitsmember-shipintheAARTankCarCommittee.RSICTCisattheforefrontofthelatestresearchtoimprovetankcarsafety,andrepresentstankcarmanufacturersinfederal,legislative,andregulatorymatters.

TheEngineering/TechnicalSubcommitteeoverseestheRSI/AARtankcarsafetyresearchprojectandmeetsquarterlywiththeAARCom-mitteeonTankCarstodiscusstankcarsecu-rity,packaging,andoperationalissues.RSICTCpublicationscanbefoundontheRSIwebsiteatwww.rsiweb.org/rsicommittees_tc.html.

Membershiptothiscommitteeisrestrictedtocompaniesengagedinthedesign,manufac-ture,ownership,orleasingofrailroad tankcars.

WASHINGTON AFFAIRS COMMITTEE Chair: John Paljug, Safetran Systems Corporation Chair: Thomas J. Gillespie, Jr., ALSTOM Transportation, Inc.

TheWashingtonAffairsCommittee(WAC)isopentoallmemberswithanemphasisonmembercompaniesinthecommunica-tionandsignaling,maintenance-of-way,andpassengerindustries.Legislativeissuesofinterestinclude:supportingtheSection130highway-railgradecrossingprogram;sup-portingrailroadsinsecuringtaxincentivestoincreasecapacity;securingfederalinvestmentforpositivetraincontrolandhighspeedrail;supportingAmtrak’slegislativegoals;support-ingtheClassIrailroadseffortsopposedtore-regulation;andlobbyingagainstbiggertrucks.Inaddition,thecommitteeworkscloselywithOperationLifesavertoreducethedeathsandinjuriesathighway-railgradecrossingsandalongrailroadrights-of-waythroughpubliceducationprograms.





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by fred Sasser, Chair of Chicago freight

Car Leasing Company, RSI board Member, 2012 RSI Secretary

Treasurer

ONE OF THE REASONS CHICAGO FREIGHT CAR LEASING Company belongs to RSI is because of its member-driven industry committees. Currently, my company participates in the State Taxa-tion Committee and the Equipment Leasing Committee.

The State Taxation Committee represents the interests of 11 RSI com-panies that own and lease freight cars. At last count, our companies lease more than 700,000 freight cars combined. The companies meet periodically to compare notes and collaborate on ways to defeat oner-ous state taxes that hinder investment. We also develop strategies to entice states to enact tax credits for freight car repairs. The State Taxation Committee has saved the industry millions of dollars in state taxes—money that can be reinvested into our fleets, thus benefiting component suppliers as well.

We also participate in the Equipment Leasing Committee, which com-prises the leadership of leasing companies. I have had the privilege of chairing this committee and, in that capacity, testified before Con-gress during the debate surrounding the termination of the Interstate Commerce Commission.

Because of the work of the Equipment Leasing Committee, key por-tions of the Interstate Commerce Act were preserved when the Sur-face Transportation Board (STB) was created. As an added benefit, the committee visits Washington, D.C., annually to brief STB mem-bers on our issues. Access to these decision makers is a benefit that only RSI can provide.

Currently, my company doesn’t participate on other committees, but I am aware of their benefits and how they represent our diverse indus-try. Every quarter, we look forward to receiving the American Railway Car Institute’s freight car order and delivery reports to see how the industry is faring. We also recognize the role the Committee on Tank Cars plays in moving hazardous materials safely.

As a member of the RSI Board of Directors and as a newly elected Secretary Treasurer, I see the role that RSI’s committees play in our industry—a role that enhances our influence and makes our industry stronger. I encourage all of you to take a look at the RSI committees and see where your company would benefit from participation.

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TANK CARS

RSI:Leadingthewayinsafetyandsecurity

TheRSICommitteeonTankCars(RSICTC)con-tinuestoleadtheefforttoeliminateriskinthemovementofhazardousmaterialsbyrail.TheRSICTCalsocontinuestosupporttheAdvancedTankCarCollaborativeResearchProgram,ajointprojectwiththeFederalRailroadAdmin-istration(FRA),DepartmentofHomelandSecu-rity,TransportCanada,AssociationofAmericanRailroads(AAR),AmericanChemistryCouncil,ChlorineInstitute,andFertilizerInstitute.TheProgramisresearchingwaystoimprovethesafetyandsecurityoftankcarsthattransporthighlytoxicchemicals.Itisexpectedthatthisworkwillresultinaleading-edgetankcar,whichwillbespecifiedintheU.S.DepartmentofTransportationandCanadianregulations.

InMay2011,FRAaskedRSICTCtodevelopatankcar,withenhancedcrashworthiness,fortransportingcrudeoil.TheFRAisanticipat-ingthatalargenumberofthesecarswillberequiredforunittrainstransportingoilfromCanadaandtheU.S.BakkenShalefieldstoTexasforrefining.RSICTCtookthelead,bring-ingtogetheracoalitionofpartiestoaddressbothtankcardesignenhancementsandrailroad

operatingimprovementsthatcouldleadtothesafertransportofbothcrudeoilandethanol.ParticipantsincluderepresentativesfromAAR,AmericanPetroleumInstitute,GrowthEnergy,RenewableFuelsAssociation,individualship-pers,FRA,andTransportCanada.Taskforcesmetfrequentlyduringsecond-half2011,anditwasanticipatedthatrecommendationswouldbeforthcomingbythatyear’send.

Inadditiontotheabove,RSICTCcontinuestoparticipateintheRSI/AARTankCarSafetyResearchProject,whichfundsresearchandcollectsandevaluatesinformationontankcarsdamagedinderailments.Sinceitsinception,theProjecthascollecteddataonmorethan40,000damagedtankcars.Thisinformationhasbeenusedbytheindustrytodevelopimprovedtankcarfeaturesthathavecontributedtotheongo-ing,outstandingrecordoftransportinghazard-ouscommoditiesbyrail.

— By William Finn, Vice Chair, RSI Committee on Tank Cars, and RSI Consultant

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• Longer life products • More reliable casting • Hose uncoupling • Draft systems issues • End of Car • Lower Cost Repairs

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RSI MEMBERSHIP

Summary of top railway supply states

Communications & signaling 26Freight car / locomotive repair 23Freight car component parts 74Freight car leasing 13Freight car manufacturer 7Locomotive manufacturers / component parts 78Maintenance-of-way 13Passenger manufacturer / component parts 15Trade association 5Industry publications / press 4Banks / financial institutions 7Other rail related 22 * Note: Data taken from primary business section of 2011 RSI membership forms. Some members represent more than one segment of the industry.

State Illinois Pennsylvania NewYork Texas Ohio California Florida Missouri Georgia Indiana Virginia TOTALNumber of companies 137 100 70 59 56 47 44 42 39 33 27 654Number of facilities 166 122 84 91 62 69 53 55 44 36 33 815 Number of employees 19,600 27,700 7,500 8,600 7,500 4,600 2,400 2,600 3,100 2,000 2,400 88,000Total sales (millions) $8,300 $7,100 $1,900 $1,700 $800 $700 $700 $900 $600 $100 $100 $22,900

* Note: TOTAL does not equal the sum of the number of companies due to companies having locations in multiple states.

RSI members encompass a large segment of the U.S. economy, providing jobs for communities and innovation for railroads. At RSI, we work to pro-mote the rail supply industry and advocate on its behalf to enhance our nation’s infrastructure.

Weserveourmembershipandourindustryby encouraging participation: RSI hosts trade shows and marketing events; manages industry proj-ect committees; and creates opportunities for members to meet with elected officials and other decision-makers. With better communication and outreach to customers, those on Capitol Hill, and you, RSI effectively addresses member needs.

AboutourmembershipA year of growth, 2011 brought more than 70 new members to RSI. More than 90% of 2010 members were retained. With 270-plus member companies located in 45 states and several countries, includ-ing Canada, Mexico, China, and Italy, RSI is com-mitted to retaining current members and acquiring new ones.

Members represent a large base of big and small rail supply companies, which offer products and services in the freight car, locomotive, leasing, maintenance-of-way, communications and signal-ing, and passenger rail industries (chart, right).

RSI members: The strength of the supply industry

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Top railway supply statesRSI study supports link between a healthy freight and passenger rail network and domestic rail sup-ply manufacturing jobs

One role of an association is to collect relevant data from its members and compile it to provide infor-mation about the industry it represents. In 2011, RSI published a summary of states with the largest concentration of railway supply companies in terms of facilities, employees, and sales.

Compiled using survey data gathered from RSI members and other public and proprietary sources, the report revealed the width and breadth of the supply industry. In 11 states alone, RSI estimates that 650-plus companies operate more than 800 facilities, support nearly 90,000 employees, and pro-duce nearly $23 billion in revenues (chart, bottom).

“RSI has long maintained that there is a clear link between continued investment in freight and passen-ger rail, and sustainable, well-paying domestic rail-way supply manufacturing jobs. The data supports that contention,” said RSI President Tom Simpson.

The data was published from the top states in terms of supply companies and facilities to show the impact this industry makes on the economy. But there are railway supply companies and manufac-turing facilities in nearly all the lower 48 states—most small businesses—and all are dependent on the continued vibrancy of freight and passenger rail.

The bottom line: Investing in rail will ensure competitiveness, promote U.S. job creation, and improve the nation’s mobility. It should remain a top priority for private investment and policy makers.

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State Illinois Pennsylvania NewYork Texas Ohio California Florida Missouri Georgia Indiana Virginia TOTALNumber of companies 137 100 70 59 56 47 44 42 39 33 27 654Number of facilities 166 122 84 91 62 69 53 55 44 36 33 815 Number of employees 19,600 27,700 7,500 8,600 7,500 4,600 2,400 2,600 3,100 2,000 2,400 88,000Total sales (millions) $8,300 $7,100 $1,900 $1,700 $800 $700 $700 $900 $600 $100 $100 $22,900

* Note: TOTAL does not equal the sum of the number of companies due to companies having locations in multiple states.

American Traction SystemsAmglo Kemlite LaboratoriesAtlas Copco CompressorsBattelle Memorial InstituteBBM - Officine Meccaniche SPABeena Vision System Inc. Buckeye MountainByrd Brothers Emergency Services LLCCapital Engineering & Manufacturing CompanyCerion Energy Inc. Citel Inc. Consulate General of Brazil in ChicagoConsultants F. Drapeau Inc. Curry Supply Co. Custom Engineering CompanyD.A.S. Rail Enterprises LLCDelta ManufacturingDiesel Locomotive Co. Drivetrain USA, Inc. Ductile Iron SocietyDuPont Industrial CoatingsECE GlobalEcofab Covers InternationalEnerpro, Inc. FastSings - GlendaleFrontier Steel CompanyGeislinger CorporationGetex CorporationGlobal Finishing Solutions, LLCGlobal Rail Systems, Inc. Hai’an Yaohua Safety Glass Co. LTDHarcon Corp. Hetronic USAHilliard Enterprises Inc. HK Engine ComponentsHydra-Tech International Corp. Industrial Maintenance & Engineering Corp. Industrial Maintenance & Engineering CorporationInternational Electronic MachinesJ.W. Speaker CorporationJackson International, Inc. DBA JaxonJefferies & Company, Inc.Kelso Technologies (USA) Inc. Lean & Green Locomotive

LeJeune Bolt CompanyLPI, Inc.MAHLE Behr Industry America LPMcSweeney’s Inc. Meadoweld MachineMersen USA Bn Corp. (formerly Carbone of America)Mile Rail, LLCMiller Felpax Corporation Mobile Hydraulic Equipment CompanyN.E. Bridge Corp. NorgrenOhio Crankshaft Forged & Machined ProductsOrr Safety CorporationOzark Mountain RailcarPatel Brass Works Pvt. Ltd.Pennsy Corp. PowerRail Distribution Inc.Protran1QinetiQ North AmericaQuality Turbocharger ComponentsRailroad Passenger Rail AllianceReidler Decal CorporationRelay Systems of AmericaRJ Corman Railroad GroupRocoreSaw Mill Capital Schenck Process GroupSeacoleSiemens Inc. SIMPACK US Inc.Snap-On IndustrialSpacecraft ComponentsStanley Proto Industrial ToolsStarfire Engineering & Technologies, Inc. Sterling Rail Inc. Sterne AgeeSuper Steel, LLCSusquehanna Financial GroupTDG Transit Design GroupTerresolve Technologies Ltd. TransPar Corp. United Control Systems, Inc. USSC LLCVisron Technical LLCWabash National

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For more than 20 years, the RSI Scholarship Program has provided financial aid to exem-plary students pursuing bachelor or associate degrees. More than 100 students have received an RSI scholarship, which has contributed to their education in a variety of disciplines. Children of RSI and Coordinated Mechanical Association members are eligible to apply.

In 2011, the RSI Scholarship Committee se-lected six students to receive academic scholar-ships of $3,000 each. Applicants were ranked by academic record, community service activi-ties, essay, and letters of recommendation.

2011/2012 RSI scholarship recipients

Lauren Aamodt – Texas A&M University, Marketing

Susanna Cai – Duke University, EngineeringBrittany Ford – Eastern Kentucky University,

Sociology

Catrina Green – Northern Illinois University, Elementary EducationKevin Li – Yale University, Chemical

Engineering/BiochemistryChelsea Morton – Barnard College, Psychology

Thanks to the following member companies that donated to the 2011/2012 RSI Scholarship Program. Because of their generous support, the RSI Scholarship Committee was able to award two additional $3,000 scholarships.• Amsted Rail • Chicago Freight Car Leasing Company• International Association of Railway

Operating Officers• MAC Products• Railinc Corporation• Relay Systems of America

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CONFERENCES AND EVENTS

Bringing together rail decision-makers

In 2011, RSI offered several opportunities for members to interact with rail decision-makers and market their products to their customers. RSI events are centered around grassroots leg-islative efforts like Railroad Day on Capitol Hill, marketing and networking events such as Rail-way Interchange 2011, and important advocacy briefings exemplified by RSI’s meeting with Amtrak’s executive committee.

Meeting with Amtrak’s Executive Committee RSI staff and representatives from 20 member companies participated in RSI’s annual meeting with Amtrak’s executive committee, including Amtrak President Joseph Boardman. The group discussed the railroad’s health, its near- and long-term funding status, and its future procure-ment plans. Amtrak emphasized its consistent service success throughout its 11 corridors, pointing to the company’s record ridership and revenue levels as it continues to compete favor-ably with airlines across the country.

With more than 300,000 square feet of exhibit space, Railway Interchange 2011 included 600-plus North American and international exhibitors and attracted some 9,000 attendees.

“The RSI and Amtrak meeting [pictured above] was informa-tive and useful. It was a chance to meet with the senior Amtrak leadership team and gain insights into the business and future plans.”

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President Boardman also revealed the compa-ny’s funding points totaling $25 billion over the next 30 years. As Amtrak looks to expand its services, it plans to purchase several thousand cars and several hundred locomotives.

Railroad Day on Capitol Hill 2011More than 500 rail industry employees met on Capitol Hill to promote a pro-rail agenda in 285 Congressional offices. With a unified voice, lawmakers were advised that investment in the rail industry is an essential part of the nation’s economic growth. This pro-jobs message struck a chord with many lawmakers scrambling to help provide jobs for out-of-work Americans.

More specifically, attendees reported to members of Congress on the following exigent rail issues: rail re-regulation, truck sizes and weights, short line tax credits, grade crossing safety, and the continuance of passenger rail funding. Together, they helped drive home the important role our industry plays in restoring America’s economy and environment, while also connecting America to the global marketplace.

The RSI Board of Directors met with several legislators who are pivotal in making decisions affecting railway suppliers and their custom-ers. Due to the large concentration of rail sup-

pliers in Illinois, the delegation met with Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) and Sen. Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) to discuss the affect rail investment has on American jobs. Meetings also were held with House Transportation and Infrastructure Sub-committee Chairman Bill Shuster (R-Pa.), and the Subcommittee’s Ranking Member Corinne Brown (D-Fla.).

RSI Annual MeetingAt the Annual Members Meeting, held in con-junction with Railway Interchange 2011, RSI Board of Directors Chairman Greg Vogelman welcomed attendees with his state of the association address in which he reflected on RSI’s accomplishments in 2011 and projected an optimistic association outlook for 2012.

Following his speech, Vogelman announced three new directors to the RSI Board: TTX Company VP-Fleet Management Patrick J. Casey, Graham-White President and CEO Jim Frantz, and Invensys Rail Corporation President John Paljug. Each will serve a three-year term.

Also announced were the 2012 RSI Board Officers: Mike Mitrovich of MPL Technology, Inc., Chairman; Robert K. Matthews of Stella-Jones, Inc., Vice Chair; and Fred Sasser of Chicago Freight Car Leasing Company, Secretary/Treasurer.



RSI Railroad Day on the Hill delegation (from left): Senator Dick Durbin, RSI President Tom Simpson, Railway Age Publisher Robert P. DeMarco, Chicago Freight Car Leasing’s Fred Sasser, Stella-Jones’ Rob Matthews, Bob Clement, and Senator Mark Kirk.


Railway Interchange 2011 highlightsFor three days in September, Railway Interchange 2011 brought the rail supply industry together to display innovative products and advancing technologies as well as to make connections on a packed show floor.

Railway Interchange 2011, hosted by RSI, American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of-Way Association (AREMA), Railway Engineering-Maintenance Suppliers Association, and Railway Systems Suppliers, Inc., proved that a combined show could be a successful show. With ample opportunities to learn more about the trade at the technical sessions held by AREMA and the Coordinated Mechanical Associations, everyone could benefit. As the largest U.S. rail supply trade show in decades, Railway Interchange attracted nearly 9,000 attendees and more than 600 exhibitors to the show areas at the Minneapolis Convention Center and at CP’s Humboldt Yard.

EXHIBITS – everywhere you looked, inside and outWith more than 300,000 square feet of exhibit space, Railway Interchange 2011 had the rail industry covered. Every square foot was packed with innovative products, new technologies, and potential customers.• More than 600 domestic and international exhibitors• Mechanical, maintenance of way, communications and signaling,

and passenger rail industries represented• Indoor exhibits in three halls at the Minneapolis Convention Center• 1.5 miles of outdoor exhibits at CP’s Humboldt Yard

ATTENDANCE – a diverse and enthusiastic crowdApproximately 9,000 industry leaders and employees from around the world came to Minne-apolis for Railway Interchange 2011 to see the latest rail technology, learn from useful technical


“The event was WONDERFUL, we met so many great potential customers, and the organization was second to none. I look forward to attending other events in your industry.” - Deb Mills, Terresolve Technologies LTD

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Upcoming events

Railroad Day on Capitol HillMarch 8, 2012 | Washington, D.C.

Join RSI as the rail industry gath-ers to promote the rail industry in a unified voice to educate members of Congress on legisla-tion that will improve our indus-try. The day starts with an early morning briefing on important legislative issues, is followed by whirlwind meetings with elected officials and their staff members, and concludes with a gala recep-tion and dinner. Other event sponsors include the Association of American Railroads and Amer-ican Short Line and Regional Railroad Association.

RSI/Amtrak Roundtable Meeting Spring 2012Amtrak Headquarters | Washington, D.C.

Join RSI for its fifth annual roundtable meeting with Amtrak’s executive committee to discuss the status of the passen-ger railroad, its funding situation, and its future plans. This meeting is yet to be scheduled. Atten-dance is limited to those compa-nies that belong to RSI.

RSI/CMA 2012September 22-25, 2012Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers | Chicago, IL

This exhibition is being hosted by RSI with technical sessions presented by the Coordinated Mechanical Associations (CMA). RSI/CMA 2012 will feature more than 100 exhibits and presenta-

programs, and take advantage of numerous opportunities to meet customers and colleagues alike. The enthusiasm for the innovation and collaboration on display further demonstrated the strength of the rail supply industry.

Railway Interchange was a global event. Our international attendees were pleased with the quality of the exhibits, technical programs, and ample opportunities to network. More than 1,100 international attendees represented 39 countries, including Australia, Brazil, China, Germany, India, Mexico, Russia, and South Africa.

PROGRAMS – leading-edge industry presentationsDue to a more robust format this year, show attendees could participate in presentations from the Coordinated Mechanical Asso-ciations (Air Brake Association, International Association of Railway Operating Officers, Locomotive Maintenance Officers Association, and Mechanical Association Railcar Technical Services) and AREMA. Industry trailblazers spoke about a broad range of topics: engineering; IT; economic issues; structures; passenger and transit; maintenance; communications and signaling; and cutting-edge safety technologies. Presenters included:• BNSF and Canadian National speakers discussed benefits and chal-

lenges of Automated Single Car Test Devices at the ABA seminars.• Mike Jones of the Federal Railroad Administration gave details on the

Cab Technology Integration Laboratory, which aims to assess safety aspects of cab control/display technology and human performance.

• Dave Ward of Siemens and Bill Durham of Amtrak delivered a pre-sentation on Efficiency and Mechanical Aspects of the New Amtrak Electric Locomotive.

• Bob Toms of Union Tank Car Company highlighted Research & Development Efforts for Tank and Other Cars.


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tions by the Air Brake Association, International Association of Rail-way Operating Officers, Locomo-tive Maintenance Officers Associa-tion, and Mechanical Association Railcar Technical Services.

Special events, such as a welcome reception and lunches on the show floor, will provide an oppor-tunity to build up your network of customers and colleagues, and see groundbreaking rail technolo-gies on the exhibit floor. The CMA technical sessions will not only allow attendees to hear industry innovators and interesting presen-tations, it will bring in railroad cus-tomers and provide an opportu-nity to collaborate with colleagues and sharpen technical skills.

Railway Interchange 2013September 29- October 2, 2013Indiana Convention Center | Indianapolis, IN

Preparations are under way for what is sure to be another suc-cessful joint trade show and tech-nical conference at Railway Inter-change/2013. Sponsored by RSI, Railway Engineering-Maintenance Suppliers Association, and Rail-way Systems Suppliers, Inc., Railway Interchange 2013 will be three trade shows in one and feature hundreds of exhibits from domestic and international rail suppliers. With a wide array of technical programs hosted by American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of-Way Association and the Coordinated Mechanical Associations, everyone will have something to gain.

SURVEY SAYS – exhibitors and attendees weigh inExhibitors and attendees had much to say about Railway Inter-change 2011, whether it was about exhibiting on the show floor or attending the technical sessions. Overall, exhibitors and attendees gave the show high marks, and many commented on the high number of contacts they made.

“I’ve done more of these shows than I care to admit to and this was the best one we’ve ever attended. The hall was well laid out—there was a general air of excitement and traffic.”- Tamara Hart, Aero Transportation Products

“From my perspective I believe the Minneapolis show was a great success.“- Ted Hagemo, Secretary/Treasurer, IAROO

“We found the turnout was exceptional, and we were busy every minute that we were at the show! From a sales and marketing perspective, it was fantastic! We came away with solid leads and sales. “ - Walter Hughes, RCC Fabricators

“Always a good show, but I thought this year was possibly the best in many years. I attended a few of the LMOA presentations (wish I had time for more) and always appreciate the effort that goes into them along with the information given.”- Patrick Roach, Interstate Diesel Service, Inc.

“It was an exciting and useful show for our companies, and we appreciate all the hard work and dedicated effort of the RSI team!” - Marise Stewart, ElectroMotive Diesel l Progress Rail Services

The Railway Interchange indoor ceremony included (from the left): David Soule, REMSA; Phil Homan, REMSA; Steve Bolte, RSSI; Greg Vogelman, RSI; and Wick Moorman, Norfolk Southern CEO.

RSI follows a wide array of legislative issues, ranging from Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization to Department of Transporta-tion Appropriations. It is important to know that there are often two separate tracks for legisla-tion that affect the railway supply industry, and understanding the differences between them is crucial. In Congress, authorized committees set federal policy and spending limits for federal programs. The appropriation committees then set specific federal spending levels for any giv-en fiscal year. Theoretically, approving legisla-tion should precede the appropriations process. To complicate matters, Congress can (and does) pass appropriation legislation without enacting

the preceding authorization legislation. Finally, if Congress cannot agree on either policy or spending levels, extensions and continuing res-olutions come into play. The federal government often operates under a “Continuing Resolution,” an amalgam of policy and spending decisions meant to appease the House of Representatives, the Senate, and the White House. In any case, mischief can ensue, so RSI must remain vigilant on all fronts.

Taking these considerations into account, RSI has been tracking and advocating for the following legislation and policies:

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Surface Transportation Board reauthorization. The Senate Commerce Committee is considering S. 158, the Surface Transportation Board Reauthoriza-tion Act. If passed, this legislation could serve as a vehicle to re-regulate the railroads. Senate Com-merce Committee Chairman John Rockefeller (D-W.Va.) has long pushed for this legislation that would, among other things, make significant changes in the rail competition policies adopted as part of the Staggers Rail Act of 1980. The Association of Ameri-can Railroads argues that depending on the form the legislation takes, Class I freight railroads could lose up to $6 billion in revenues. Currently, there is no interest in the House of Representatives to consider a similar bill.

SAFETEA-LU reauthorization. This expired legis-lation funds federal highway and transit programs. Congress has been slow to reauthorize since the House of Representatives and Senate differ on

funding levels and the length of the reauthorization. RSI continues to advocate for maximum levels of federal funding, which would benefit the commuter railroads and transit agencies that operate light rail systems. In the past, funding levels for those rail-roads have totaled several billion dollars. SAFETEA-LU has been extended several times by Congress to allow for continued funding of federal transportation programs. In late 2011, Congress appeared ready to consider full reauthorization.

Truck sizes and weights. SAFETEA-LU also is a vehicle that could be used to increase truck sizes and weights. RSI continues to ask Congress to vote against any increase. Studies have shown that 97,000-pound trucks would lead to an overall freight diversion from railroads to trucks, in the magnitude of 17% for short line railroads and 19% for Class I railroads. In addition, other studies consistently show that trucks do not pay their fair share for the damage they cause to public infrastructure. RSI sup-ports H.R. 1575 and S. 876 legislation (introduced in the House and Senate, respectively) that would cap the length of single truck trailers, freeze the weight of trucks using the 160,000-mile National Highway System (NHS), and extend the freeze on double- and triple-trailer trucks to the entire NHS.

Section 130 Highway Rail Grade Crossing Pro-gram. SAFETEA-LU also contains specific funding for the Section 130 Highway Rail Grade Crossing Safety Program. Reauthorization of this important program is in jeopardy as Congress looks to stream-line or eliminate federal transportation programs. RSI supports H.R. 825 and S. 918 legislation that would authorize $220 million from the highway trust fund to continue to fund the Section 130 program through FY 2015.

Short line tax credit. Long a staple of Railroad Day on the Hill legislative activities, the short line tax credit needs to be reauthorized. RSI supports H.R. 721 and S. 672 legislation that would extend this program through 2017.

Amtrak and high speed rail. Amtrak and high speed rail programs are funded annually through the U.S. Department of Transportation appropria-tions legislation. As an integral part of our nation’s transportation system and a customer for many rail suppliers, RSI asks that passenger rail be funded at levels requested by Amtrak. As 2011 closed, it ap-peared that Amtrak would receive adequate fund-ing for the remainder of FY 2012, while federal high speed rail programs were in danger of losing funds.


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I’ve come to admire the resiliency of the RSI membership more than ever this year, as I’ve had the opportunity to meet many of you face-to-face in Minneapolis at one of the largest rail conferences ever held. I sense a grow-ing momentum of hope for more business opportunities during this slow economic recovery. It is an honor and privilege to represent you in Wash-ington, D.C. RSI has strong leadership on the Board of Directors and an excellent staff to implement our goals. Our overall strategy on Capitol Hill is to pursue beneficial legislation that helps railway suppliers, and to prevent harmful regulations that hurt the rail and railway supply industry.

As Congress has challenged the rail industry on both the financial and regulatory fronts, 2011 has been a good year to have solid representation on Capitol Hill. We’ve seen a historic effort by Congress to deal with our nation’s debt crisis by outlining a 10-year budget-slashing plan. The economic debate over reducing debt has created a climate of austerity and forestalled the Transportation Reauthorization bill—now two years overdue—which maps out long-term spending for infrastructure improvements. Congress also has threatened to curtail the President’s high speed rail projects, Amtrak, and railroad crossing safety programs like Operation Lifesaver. So far, these threats have been diverted through strong advocacy among rail supporters and political alliances among transportation stakeholders.

Fortunately, transportation and infrastructure projects receive wide bipar-tisan support, as Congress recognizes their power to create jobs. RSI is a voice that can amplify this message: Transportation investments in America’s future rail, highways, air, and waterways systems are a worthy expenditure.

The railway supply industry has become an increasingly strong influence with 650 companies operating more than 800 facilities, and 90,000 employ-ees spread across nearly every Congressional district. I am proud to be part of a team, along with Tom Simpson and Nicole Brewin, that represents RSI’s voice at the top levels of government. This year, our team and board officers took RSI’s message to the White House where we met with Deputy Chief of Staff Nancy Ann DeParle and her staff. In Minneapolis, Transportation Sec-retary Ray LaHood attended the hugely successful Railway Interchange con-vention to address our members and the problems we face. As we visit the offices of hundreds of Members of Congress, we continue to stress the influ-ence of RSI businesses within each of their respective districts. I look forward to working with you in 2012 and communicating our issues to our country’s top decision-makers.


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BOB CLEMENT REPORTS

Honorable Bob Clement


Bob Clement is president of Clement and Associates, LLC, a

public affairs firm. He is a former Member of Congress (Democrat)

from Tennessee, serving from 1988 to 2003. While in the House of

Representatives, Clement served as a senior member of the Transporta-tion and Infrastructure Committee.

He also served on the Budget Com-mittee, giving him significant insight into funding procedures in Congress.

Among his notable legislative

achievements in Congress, Clement initiated significant changes to the

Transportation Reauthorization Act, including revising the distribution

formula for state funding to ensure federal dollars are more equitably

distributed—a formula policy which continues today. Clement and his wife live in Nashville, Tennessee.

They have four children.

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In the states: RSI participates in Illinois high speed rail press conference

In March, at the invitation of Illinois Governor Pat Quinn, RSI President Tom Simpson partici-pated in a press conference announcing the beginning of construction season for infrastruc-ture upgrades on the Union Pacific line between Chicago, Ill., and St. Louis, Mo. This line will eventually allow for higher speed passenger service on the line. “Today’s agreement marks another major step toward making high speed rail a reality in Illinois,” said Governor Quinn. “Bringing high speed rail to Illinois has been a top priority of my administration because of the thousands of jobs and long-term investment it will bring to our state.” Simpson congratulated the governor for the leadership Illinois is showing in improving and expanding passenger rail service, and explained how important the railway supply industry is to Illinois.

“I was happy to point out there were more than 100 railway supply companies with facilities in Illinois, serving both the freight and passenger railroad industry, and who had thousands of employees,” said Simpson after the confer-ence. “Based on RSI data, Illinois railway supply companies represent more than 30% of total domestic sales of the entire supply industry.” Also speaking at the event were Illinois Senator Richard Durbin, Congresswoman Jan Scha-kowsky, Congressman Dan Lipinski, Federal Railroad Administrator Joe Szabo, Union Pa-cific’s Joe Bateman, and representatives from Illinois DOT, Amtrak, and rail labor.

On Capitol Hill: RSI advocates continued funding for safety programs and dedicated source of funding at House hearing

In April, RSI President Tom Simpson testified be-fore the U.S. House of Representatives Commit-tee on Transportation & Infrastructure Subcom-mittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials (pictured below). In his testimony, Simpson noted that “decisions made during the debate of reauthorizing The Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU) will have a pro-found impact on the rail supply industry.” RSI submitted five program recommendations to the Subcommittee that will provide more cer-tainty in the marketplace, continue to ensure


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RSI lobbyist Bob Clement (far left), Chair Greg Vogelman, Secretary Treasurer Rob Matthews, immediate past Chairman Bob Pokorski, and President Tom Simpson met with White House officials to discuss the rail supply industry.

public safety, and stimulate intercity passenger rail development. Simpson pointed to several ex-isting programs that should be continued under SAFETEA-LU, including the Section 130 program along with dedicated funding for Operation Lifesaver. He also recommended the continued freeze on truck sizes and weights, and suggested improvements to the Buy America program that will help stimulate greater growth in the passen-ger rail supply industry.

At the White House: RSI meets with Obama Administration’s Domestic Policy Team

In April, RSI board and staff members were invited to the White House for a private meeting with the Obama Administration’s Domestic Policy Team to discuss the rail supply industry and ways the Administration and Congress can help improve the industry. With RSI lobbyist Bob Clement leading the way, RSI Chair Greg Vogelman, Secretary Treasurer Rob Matthews, immediate past Chairman Bob Po-korski, and RSI’s Nicole Brewin and Tom Simpson met in the White House with administration staff and outlined the size and scope of the industry.

The RSI delegation emphasized that healthy and properly funded freight and passenger railroad systems are beneficial to rail suppliers across the

country and promoted policies that encourage growth in the railroad sector. Speaking on behalf of the group, Simpson briefly described each railway supply discipline and outlined the issues that were important to RSI membership, includ-ing: continued funding of the Section 130 Grade Crossing Program and the movement of hazard-ous materials by railroad tank car.

“This was an incredible opportunity for RSI to introduce the railway supply industry to President Obama’s domestic policy staff. After our wide ranging discussion, the administration now has a better idea of how their policy decisions affect our industry,” noted Greg Vogelman, RSI Chair. Within the industry: RSI president presides at 2011 Harriman Safety Awards Ceremony In May, RSI President Tom Simpson honored the railroads with the best railroad employee safety records at the annual 2010 Harriman Awards. Simpson is chairman of the E.H. Harriman Memo-rial Awards Institute, founded in 1913 to recognize railroads for outstanding safety records. This year’s Gold Medal winners included Norfolk Southern, Kansas City Southern, Buffalo and Pittsburgh, and Gary Railroad. According to the Association of American Railroads, 2010 “was the safest year ever for railroads, with significant reductions achieved in train accidents and em-ployee casualties.” The event’s keynote speaker was National Trans-portation Safety Board (NTSB) Chair Debbie Hers-man, who spoke about the importance of railroad safety from the perspective of the NTSB, which is charged with handling rail accidents.

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RSI President Tom Simpson (above) presented the 2011 Har-riman Awards to railroads for outstanding safety. Keynote speaker for the event was NTSB Chair Debbie Hersman, pictured below with RSI Chair Greg Vogelman (below right) and Past Chair Marshall Beck.



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RSI is a cofounder and long-time supporter of Operation Lifesaver (OLI), the nationwide volunteer orga-nization dedicated to reducing crashes at highway-rail grade crossings. RSI and its predecessor organizations have supported OLI with volunteer hours and more than $500,000 in direct contributions since OLI’s forma-tion in 1985.

With chapters in 49 states, OLI’s look, listen, and live message has been a major factor in reducing the number of fatalities associated with highway-rail grade crossing crashes and trespassing. OLI and its state pro-grams have touched millions of lives through presentations to schools and other groups, literature, and public services announcements. Recently, at the urging of railroads and the federal government, OLI created programs for trespassers.

OLI enjoys broad support from Con-gress, the Department of Transporta-tion, individual states, the railroad and railway supply industries, law enforcement agencies, the trucking industry, and other highway safety organizations. OLI and the federal Section 130 grade crossings improve-ment program have combined to cre-ate educational programs that have saved lives.

2011 Contributors • American Railcar Industries• Arthur N. Ulrich Company • Chicago Freight Car Leasing Company • GLNX Corporation• PowerRail Distribution • Relay Systems of America• Railway Engineering-Maintenance Suppliers Association (REMSA)• SIMPACK US Inc.• Transpar Corporation • Union Tank Car Company

RSI supports Operation Lifesaver



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RSI is a cofounder and long-time supporter of Operation Lifesaver (OLI), the nationwide volunteer orga-nization dedicated to reducing crashes at highway-rail grade crossings. RSI and its predecessor organizations have supported OLI with volunteer hours and more than $500,000 in direct contributions since OLI’s forma-tion in 1985.

With chapters in 49 states, OLI’s look, listen, and live message has been a major factor in reducing the number of fatalities associated with highway-rail grade crossing crashes and trespassing. OLI and its state pro-grams have touched millions of lives through presentations to schools and other groups, literature, and public services announcements. Recently, at the urging of railroads and the federal government, OLI created programs for trespassers.

OLI enjoys broad support from Con-gress, the Department of Transporta-tion, individual states, the railroad and railway supply industries, law enforcement agencies, the trucking industry, and other highway safety organizations. OLI and the federal Section 130 grade crossings improve-ment program have combined to cre-ate educational programs that have saved lives.

2011 Contributors • American Railcar Industries• Arthur N. Ulrich Company • Chicago Freight Car Leasing Company • GLNX Corporation• PowerRail Distribution • Relay Systems of America• Railway Engineering-Maintenance Suppliers Association (REMSA)• SIMPACK US Inc.• Transpar Corporation • Union Tank Car Company

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The power of coalitions

Decisions are made every day in Washington, D.C., that affect how railroads and their suppliers do business. With the counsel of our industry teams such as the Washington Affairs Commit-tee, RSI determines which policies can be most harmful and beneficial to our trade, and works to promote our interests. Not surprisingly, these policies are often complex and involve numer-ous stakeholders in the rail industry. In order to effectively advocate on behalf of our member-ship and better navigate these complex issues, our government relations team works with several coalitions in Washington. We know that an industry that collaborates on common issues can achieve more with a collective, unified voice.

RSI meets regularly with the legislative staffs of the Association of American Railroads (AAR) and Class I railroads to discuss legislative strategy. As an avenue to promote the indus-try as a whole, RSI participates in the OneRail Coalition along with AAR, Amtrak, American Public Transportation Association, American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association, National Railway Construction and Maintenance Association, National Association of Railroad Passengers, and others. OneRail was created at the suggestion of BNSF’s Matt Rose and seeks to quantify the size and scope of the entire rail industry. In addition, OneRail promotes federal investment in rail on behalf of the entire Washington, D.C., railroad community. And to further our influence, RSI participates in the

Hazardous Materials Interested Parties coali-tion, an informal group that meets monthly to discuss issues surrounding the transportation of hazardous materials.

While these coalitions are permanent fixtures in Washington, informal coalitions are often formed for a specific reason. Recently, RSI was invited to a meeting by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) to discuss the movement of crude oil in railroad tank cars. When it became clear that the industry needed to develop a new design for crude oil cars, RSI asked the AAR, the American Petroleum Institute, and ethanol ship-pers to assist us. Through this coalition, a new design was developed and approved by the AAR Tank Car Committee. Today, tank cars are being built to that design’s specifications.

On any given day, Congress, FRA, Federal Transit Administration, Surface Transportation Board, and other federal agencies make deci-sions that affect our industry and your business. Through our independent efforts and our work with coalitions, RSI is trusted and recognized as the prominent advocate of the railway sup-ply industry. If your company would like to play a larger role in our Washington activities, I encourage you to join the Washington Affairs Committee and become an integral part of the coalition of rail suppliers.

— By Thomas D. Simpson, President, RSI

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3M Traffic Safety SystemsMs. Cathy Thill, Business Development Manager3M Center General OfficesSt. Paul, MN 55144 USA(651) [email protected] • www.mmm.com/TSS3M manufactures high-performance materials to provide safety and visibility for the life of the road. This includes installation, maintenance, asset management and reflective sign sheeting and all-weather pavement marking.

A. Stucki CompanyMr. Jeff Voder, General Manager / VP Sales900 Commerce Drive, Ste 906Moon Township, PA 15108 USA(412) [email protected] • www.stucki.comTruck Components & Braking Equipment

AAF InternationalMr. Myles Bragg, Sales Manager10300 Omsby Park Place, Suite 600Louisville, KY 40223 USA(502) [email protected] • www.aafintl.comAir Filtration Systems

Absopulse Electronics LtdMs. Carole Lombard, Marketing Specialist110 Walgreen RoadOttawa, Ont. K0A 1L0 CANADA(613) 836-3511 • [email protected]. high-performance, switch-mode power sup-plies, products include: DC/DC converters, AC/DC power supplies, since wave inverters, phase and frequency inverters, DC output UPS systems and complete power systems delivered pre-wired in 19” racks.

ACL International, Inc.Mr. Arthur C. Low, Chairman & CEO165 Enfield Lane • Grayslake, IL 60030 USA(847) 752-8517 • [email protected]/Business Development. How to con-duct business internationally, create markets, pro-vide markets product intelligence, assist in ship-ping logistics, arrange for supplier certification.

Aero Transportation Products, Inc.Ms. Tamara Hart, Sales ManagerPOB 1085 • Independence, MO 64051 USA(816) 257-5450 • [email protected] of quality covering systems, outlet gates and repair components for covered hopper cars, aluminum and steel coal car parts. Custom fabrication.

AGL Manufacturing Ltd.Ms. Cherry Zhao, Sales Manager8378 Prince Edward StreetVancouver, BC V5P 3J7 Canada(604) 639-2711 • [email protected] 1995, AGL has grown into a reliable and specialized source for turbocharger com-ponents for ALCO, EMD and GE diesel engines. Serving the railway, power generation, and marine propulsion.

Alcoa Fastening SystemsMr. Randy E. Rape, Director - Sales & Marketing8001 Imperial Drive • Waco, TX 76714 USA(254) 751-5229 • [email protected]/fastening_systemsFastening systems for new railcar and locomotive construction, railcar and locomotive repair and track fastening systems.

Alstom Transportation Inc.Mr. Charles R. WocheleVP Industry & Gov. Relations1025 John StreetWest Henrietta, NY 14586 USA(585) 279-1462chuck.wochele@transport.alstom.comwww.alstomsignalingsolutions.comDesign & furnish signaling equipment ranging from communication based train control systems, vital processor interlocking control systems.

American Equipment CompanyMr. Howard E. McCall, President4755 Technology Way, Suite 208Boca Raton, FL 33431 USA(561) [email protected] • www.ameco.netAn export management company, we are interna-tional distributors of many USA manufacturers or railway equipment. Established 1963.

American Railcar Industries, Inc.Mr. James A. Cowan, President & CEO100 Clark StreetSt. Charles, MO 63301 USA(636) 940-6065 • [email protected] car manufacturing, railcar repairs and rebuilds. Mobile repair services, railcar parts, discharge gates & outlets. Railcar management & consulting services.See our ad on Cover 3

American Railroad EquipmentMs. Gina Baier, Sales Manager2580 Broadway AvenueRoanoke, VA 24014 USA(540) 767-8000gina.baier@americanrailroad.comwww.americanrailroad.comLocomotive parts, complete locomotive sales, dismantling services.



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American Traction SystemsMr. Larry Machak, General Manager10030 Amberwood RoadFort Myers, FL 33913 USA(239) 768-0757lmachak@americantraction.comwww.americantraction.comDesigns and manufactures Solid State Electric Traction / Propulsion Controllers and Accessories for Battery, Diesel-Electric and Hybrid Vehicles

Amglo Kemlite LaboratoriesMr. John Madzar, VP Sales & Marketing8787 Enterprise Boulevard • Largo, FL 33773 USA(727) [email protected] • www.amglo.comAmglo quartz halogen head lamps, ditch lamps, step light, number light and reading lights pro-vide longer life, lower maintenance costs and better reliability.

Amsted Rail Company, Inc.Mr. Brian Hawkins, Director of Sales311 South Wacker Drive, Suite 5300Chicago, IL 60606 USA(904) [email protected] of a complete portfolio of railcar components. System solutions including complete railcar truck & braking systems, various railcar devices such as pellet gate & empty load devices and end of car management systems.See our ad on page 5

Ansaldo STS USAMr. Russell GloriosoMarketing Communications Mngr.1000 Technology DrivePittsburgh, PA 15219 USA(412) 688-2200 • [email protected], manufacturing and service of signaling automation & control systems, providing products such as the MicroLok II wayside control systems, relays, track circuits, M-style switch machines, MicroCab cab signaling, and dispatching and operation control centers.

Arrow Pin & Products, Inc.Mr. Charles R. Prucha, Jr., President51 E. 34th StreetS. Chicago Heights, IL 60411 USA(708) [email protected] • www.arrowpin.comHardened Pins, assemblies

Arthur N. Ulrich CompanyMr. Thomas J. Ulrich, President10340 Palmer Road, SWPataskala, OH 43062 USA(740) [email protected] • www.anu-co.comWayside and remote site power systems including nickel cadmium batteries and lead acid batteries, battery chargers and inverters, solar (PV) power systems, wind generators and fuel cells.

Astech Inc.Mr. Alan Bukach, President5512 Scotch Road • Vassar, MI 48768 USA(989) [email protected] • www.astechinc.netReplacement parts for shot blaster. Brand names of equipment include: Wheelabrator, Pangborn, BCP, Disa, Goff Plus, and Steel Casting.

Atlas Copco CompressorsMs. Dorothy Samuel, Communications Specialist1800 Overview Drive • Rock Hill, SC 29730 USA(803) [email protected] compressors, dryers, filters, compressed air piping

Automated Railroad Maintenance Systems, Inc. (ARMS)Ms. Tammy Bakker, Director of Sales84 Hubble Drive, Ste 500O’Fallon, MO 63368 USA(636) [email protected] • www.armspower.comLocomotive battery charging solutions, battery watering systems, power solutions

Avondale PartnersMs. Kristine Kubacki, Senior AnalystTwo American Center 3102 West End Ave, STE 1100 • Nashville, TN 37203 USA(314) 218-4958kkubacki@avondalepartnersllc.comwww.avondalepartnersllc.comFinancial Institution / Investment Banking

Battelle Memorial InstituteMr. Ryan M. McKinley, Senior Research Scientist505 King Avenue • Columbus, OH 43201 USA(614) 424-7674 • [email protected] analysis, qualitative and quantitative safety analysis (FMEA, FMECA, hazard analysis, etc.) and risk assessment. Fault and event tree analysis. Industry standard and regulatory com-pliance assessment / assistance.

BBM - Officine Meccaniche SPAMs. Marta Campagnolo, Secretary - Sales OfficeVia Mottinello 161 • Rossano Veneto, 36028 [email protected] • www.bbm.itRolling stock maintenance equipment: wheel set press/ bogie testing benches / spring testing machine / under floor lifting system / bogie and wheel drop / special equipment as requested.

Beena Vision Systems, Inc.Mr. Kambiz Nayebi, President645 Hembree Park Drive, Suite KRoswell, GA 30076 USA(678) 597-3156 • [email protected] measurement devices. Automatic wayside inspection, measurement and monitoring systems, as well as a number of handheld and track inspection systems.


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Bosch Rexroth CorporationMr. John A. Bridges, Marketing Services Manager1953 Mercer RoadLexington, KY 40511 USA(859) 281-3417john.bridges@boschrexroth-us.comwww.boschrexroth-us.comManufacturing of pneumatic systems for Hopper Dump Railcars consisting of directional valves and cylinders.

Brookville Equipment CorporationMr. Christopher S. Rhoades, Director of Sales175 Evans Street / PO Box 130Brookville, PA 15825 USA(814) 849-2000c_rhoades@brookvilleequipment.comwww.brookvilleequipment.comOEM of switcher and line haul locomotives in single-engine or multi-engine/multi-power source configurations up to 4000 horsepower.

Buckeye MountainMs. Nikki Brown-Blessing, Inside SalesPOB 12 • Niwot, CO 80544 USA(330) 665-5820nbrown-blessing@buckeyemountain.comwww.buckeyemountain.comCustom technology solutions and service provider to the railroads specializing in solving railroad problems with proven technologies and services.

Byrd Brothers Emergency Services LLCMr. Eric Wainwright, Chief Analytic Officer5164 Lamm Road • Wilson, NC 27893 USA(252) 293-4488ericwainwright@byrdbrothers.comwww.byrdbrothers.comProvides maintenance of way and emergency ser-vices across the continental United States.

CAM Innovation, Inc.Mr. Charles A. McGough, III, President215 Philadelphia StreetHanover, PA 17331 USA(717) 637-5988 • [email protected] tools to manufacture & repair locomo-tive traction motors.

Capital Engineering & Manufacturing CompanyMr. Mark J. Wester, President & CEO14600 S. Linoln • Harvey, IL 60426 USA(708) 333-3761 • [email protected] and passenger car components and accessories. Fuel tanks, cabs.

Cardinal Valley Industrial Supply, Inc.Mr. Ab Jones, President723 Roanoke Street • Salem, VA 24153 USA(540) [email protected] • www.cvisairstarters.comDesigns air starting solutions for the rail industry. A premier distributor of Ingersoll-Rand air starters and a factory authorized service & repair center.

Cattron Group InternationalMr. James W. Kingerski, EVP Marketing & Sales58 West Shenango StreetSharpsville, PA 16150 USA(724) [email protected] Remote Controls

Central Sales & Service, Inc.Ms. Grey Collier, Quality Assurance110 Industrial Court / POB 649Waverly, TN 37185 USA(931) 296-1940 • [email protected] of custom extruded and molded rubber. Our production facility is centrally located in the United States.

Cerion Energy, Inc.Mr. Andre JarreauDirector, Business Development & Communications1 Blossom Road • Rochester, NY 14610 USA(585) [email protected] Diesel Fuel Optimizer will reduce fuel con-sumption by the end user by a minimum of 8%, reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 10-20%, and reduce particulate 20-40%.

Chatham Steel CorporationMr. Gary Lambert, Railroad Products Manager501 W. Boundary StreetSavannah, GA 31401 USA(706) 399-7104 • [email protected] and steel processing. All types of metals both ferrous and non ferrous.

Chicago Freight Car Leasing Co.Mr. Fred R. Sasser, Chairman6250 N. River Road, Ste 7000Rosemont, IL 60018 USA(847) [email protected] • www.crdx.comFull service leasing of covered hopper cars. Also lease of wagons and locomotives in Australia.

Chrome Crankshaft Company LLCMr. William F. Walen, President4166 Mound Road • Joliet, IL 60436 USA(815) 725-9030wfwalen@chromecrankshaft.comwww.chromecrankshaft.comReconditioning of EMD - GE - ALCO Crankshafts. Certified by the American Bureau of Shipping.

Chromium CorporationMr. Frank F. Jalili, President14911 Quorum Drive, Ste 600Dallas, TX 75254 USA(972) 851-0551 • [email protected] of cylinder liner, piston and services used in locomotives, marine and stationary power units for GE, EMD, FM and other engines.

CIT RailMr. Mel Kusta, SVP Operations30 S. Wacker Drive, Ste 2900Chicago, IL 60606 USA(312) [email protected] • www.cit.comFull service leasing options on railcar and loco-motive fleets in North America. Fleet and industry knowledge spans agriculture, automotive, aggre-gates/construction, chemical, energy, forest prod-ucts, plastics, steel, and waste industries.

Citel Inc.Mr. Laurent Pecourt, Marketing Manager11381 Interchange Circle SouthHollywood, FL 33025 USA(954) [email protected] • www.citel.usSurge protection devices.

Clark FilterMs. Patrica A. Manno, VP Sales & Marketing3649 Hempland Road • Lancaster, PA 17601 USA(717) [email protected] • www.clarkfilter.comAir, lube and fuel filters for EMD, GE and ALCO locomotives. Primary markets include both OEM and aftermarket applications.

Clark Industrial PowerMr. Rick Clark, President104 E. Butterfield Trail, PO Box 127Gilman, IL 60938 USA(815) [email protected] • www.clarkipinc.comManufacturer of cylinder heads, pistons, liners. Power assemblies and components.

Clifton Steel CompanyMr. Bruce W. Goodman, Vice President16500 Rockside RoadMaple Heights, OH 44137 USA(216) 662-6111 • [email protected] pins, shredder parts, military armor plate, manganese steel, railroad parts

Columbus Steel Castings Co.Mr. Jeff Laird, Vice President of Sales2211 Parsons Avenue • Columbus, OH 43207 [email protected] American manufacturer of freight railcar undercarriage and end-of-car coupling compo-nent castings. Also passenger and mass transit undercarriage solution provider.

Consulate General of Brazil in ChicagoMr. Frutuoso SantanaInternational Trade and Investment Representative401 N. Michigan Avenue, Ste 1850Chicago, IL 60615 USA(312) 464-0244Trade@brazilconsulatechicago.orgwww.brazilconsulatechicago.orgA Brazilian organization bringing together rail suppliers that provide materials and equipment for rail freight and passenger rail.

Consultants F. Drapeau Inc.Mr. Patrick Lapointe, Business Development1915 Rue De L’IndustrieSt-Mathieu-De-Beloeil, QC J3G4S5 CANADA(450) [email protected] • www.fdrapeau.comManufactures rail heaters, rail axles & bogies, light and heavy maintenance vehicles.

Control Chief CorporationMr. David Tenney, Locomotive Products ManagerPOB 141 / 200 Williams StreetBradford, PA 16701 USA(814) 362-6811 • [email protected] 40 years of providing rugged, dependable and safe wireless radio remote controls for the rail industry; leading the way in unmatched portability and transportable systems.


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Cummins Inc.Mr. Glen Rees, Business Manager - Rail, Americas500 Jackson Street M/C 60604Columbus, IN 47201 USA(503) [email protected] • www.cummins.comDesign, manufacture and distribution of service engines and related technology, including fuel systems, controls, air handling, filtration, emission solutions and electrical power generation systems.

Curry Supply CompanyMr. Mark V. Ritchey, Principal PartnerP.O. Box 97 - 1624 Curryville RoadCurryville, PA 16631 USA(814) [email protected] • www.currysupply.comManufacturing of locomotive cabs, fuel tanks, hoods, electrical boxes, doors, battery boxes and misc. parts.

Custom Engineering CompanyMr. Michael J. Whelan, Sales Manager2800 McClelland Avenue • Erie, PA 16514 USA(814) [email protected] • www.customeng.comSupplier of fabricated and machined components for prototype and production locomotive, marine and stationary power diesel engines, engine frames and rapid transit.

Cyclonaire Corp.Mr. Jerry Elfring, PresidentPOB 366 • York, NE 68467 USA(402) [email protected] • www.cyclonaire.comManufacturer of sand dispensing technology for locomotives on Class 1, regional and shortline railroads. Also services all sanding needs for pas-senger rail, light rail and commuter rail.

D.A.S. Rail Enterprises LLCMr. David Schalk, President2500 Rock N Horse Farms DriveFestus, MO 63028 USA(636) [email protected] • www.switchrite.comMechanical switch point indicator for track switches that shows alignment of the switch point rails that requires no electricity. 3 Units Manufactured: SW-100, SW-300, SW-500.

Dalko Resources Inc.Mr. Leonard O. Grandy, CEO / Owner99 Canal Street / PO Box 98Sharpsville, PA 16150 USA(724) [email protected] party logistics company offering truckload, LTL’s, air freight and international shipments through our strategically located offices.

Davanac, Inc.Mr. Luigi Covello, President1936 Saint-Regis • Dorval, QC H9P 1P6 CANADA(514) [email protected] • www.davanac.comCanadian distribution covering the four main areas of railway activities - maintenance of way, loco-motive, freight car and signal & communications.

Dayton Phoenix GroupMr. Jeffrey Mueller, Account Manager1619 Kuntz Road • Dayton, OH 45404 USA(414) 425-8328 • [email protected] of HVACs, A/Cs, rotating electri-cal equipment, DPG mechanical components and dynamic brake grid resistors. 9 locations throughout North America where products can be refurbished and units exchanged.

Delta ManufacturingMs. Jean Ross, President3707 19th Avenue, NorthEscanaba, MI 49829 USA(906) [email protected] • www.deltamfg.netFabrication and manufacturer of gear brakes, brake rigging, wear plates, pilot plows and CNC wheel lathes, along with specialty fabrication.

Diesel Electrical Equipment, Inc.Ms. Susan Pappas Gregory, President139 N. Griffith Boulevard • Griffith, IN 46319 USA(219) 922-1848susan@dieselelectricalequipment.comwww.dieselelectricalquipment.comProvides the services and sales of electrical loco-motive components such as power contactors, reverser switches, controller mechanisms as well as a line of carbon brushes, brush holders and contact tips.

Diesel Locomotive Co.Mr. David Kramer, VP Sales1551 100th StreetNew Richmond, WI 54017 USA(715) 246-0001diesellocomotiveco@frontiernet.netwww.diesellocomotivecompany.comLocomotives sales and leasing, locomotive parts, appraisals, maintenance information. 25 + years in railroad industry.

Distribution Laurent Leblanc Inc.Ms. Anne Leblanc, VP Sales600-E Blvd. IndustrielSt-Jean sur-Richilieu, QC J3B 4S7 CANADA(450) [email protected] • www.dllinc.comHigh quality electrical, electronic and mechanical locomotive parts. Manufacturer of contactors and relays.

Drivetrain USA, Inc.Mr. Jason Pas, VP Turbochargers8445 Rausch Drive • Plain City, OH 43064 USA(614) 733-0940 • [email protected] manufacture replacement turbochargers for rail, marine and stationary diesel engine prime movers.

Ductile Iron SocietyMr. James Wood, Executive Director15400 Pearl Road, Ste 234Strongsville, OH 44136 USA(440) 665-3686 • [email protected] technical support to the Ductile Iron pro-ducing foundries that supply castings to railroad manufacturing facilities.

DuPont Industrial CoatingsMs. Janine Little-Stoms, Marketing Manager4417 Lancaster Pike, BMP21-1127Wilmington, DE 19805 USA(302) 992-2959janine.little-stoms@usa.dupont.comwww.industrialcoatings.dupont.comManufacturer of premium quality Imron Polyure-thane, Corter Epoxy and Yufcote Acrylic products that provide a high-performance, durable protec-tive coating to your most valuable assets.

Ebenezer Railcar ServicesMr. Jeffrey F. Schmarje, President1005 Indian Church RoadWest Seneca, NY 14224 USA(716) 674-5650 • [email protected] freight cars, car kits, car modifications, repairs, paint, linings

ECE GlobalMr. Richard Boardman, Technical Sales1555 Mittel Blvd, Suite 1Wood Dale, IL 60191 USA(847) [email protected] partner in engineering, quality and safety compliance. Provider of technical engineering verification, inspection, testing and conformity markets.

Ecofab Covers International Inc.Mr. Don Low, CEO1645 Lonsdale AvenueNorth Vancouver, BC V7M 2JS Canada(800) [email protected] • www.ecofab.comRigid fiberglass covers for open topped railcars and high speed cover handling systems.

Econify, LLC / RailfoodMr. Vince Wadhwani, President123 10th Street • San Francisco, CA 94103 USA(415) [email protected] • www.railfood.comProduct listing service for the railway industry. Suppliers can list items they make, trade, or sell online so they can be quickly searched by potential customers.

Elcon Inc.Mr. Frank J. Garrone, President600 Twin Rail Drive • Minooka, IL 60447 USA(815) 467-9500 • [email protected] and Electronic controls for locomotives

Ellwood Crankshaft GroupMr. Donald D. Fissel, Sales ManagerOne Front Street • Irvine, PA 16329 USA(814) 563-8714 • [email protected]’s largest manufacturer of new and reconditioned crankshafts.

Enerpro, Inc.Mr. Thomas F. Bourbeau, Vice President5780 Thornwood Drive • Goleta, CA 93117 USA(805) [email protected] power electronics products including rectifier/ battery chargers and auxiliary generator regulators for both OEM and aftermarket.



Ensco, Inc.Mr. Jeff StevensDir. Commercial Business Operations5400 Port Royal RoadSpringfield, VA 22151 USA(703) [email protected] • www.ensco.comTrack asset management and inspection systems and services. Vehicle / Track Interaction Consulting Services and Track Data Management Systems

Faiveley Transport USA, Inc.Mr. David Rose, Chief Executive Officer50 Beechtree BoulevardGreenville, SC 29605 USA(864) 277-5000david.rose@faiveleytransport.comwww.faiveleytransport.comManufacturer of brakes and other components for the passenger rail industry.

Fast Signs - GlendaleMr. Mark Van Ermen, Sales Manager5318 N. Port Washington Rd.Milwaukee, WI 53217 USA(414) [email protected] • www.fastsigns.comDecal manufacturing

First Union RailMr. Richard Seymour, VP, Sales & MarketingOne O’Hare Center, 6250 River Rd, Ste 5000Rosemont, IL 60018 USA(847) 384-5323 • [email protected] largest general purpose freight car lessor offering both short term and long term finance leases.

Flexovit USA, Inc.Mr. Mike Saraf, Director of Marketing & Sales1305 Eden-Evans Center RoadAngola, NY 14006 USA(716) 549-5100 • [email protected] abrasives, coated abrasives, now woven abrasives, carside burs, wire brushes, diamond abrasives.

FreightCar America, Inc.Mr. Edward J. Whalen, President & CEO2 North Riverside Plaza, Ste 1250Chicago, IL 60606 USA(312) 928-0856 • [email protected], rebuilds and leases aluminum, steel and hybrid coal cars and other railcar types. Supplies railcar parts, kits and railcar mainte-nance, repairs and management through its FreightCar Rail Services subsidiary.See our ad on Cover 2

Frontier Steel CompanyMr. Erik Beach, VP Sales & Marketing4990 Grand AvenueNeville Island, PA 15225 USA(412) [email protected] • www.frontiersteel.comSteel service center that distributes and processes carbon steel plate. A single-source solution for customers who manufacture heavy equipment and components used transportation. We supply full-prime materials with mill certifications.

FTR AssociatesMr. Eric Starks, President2881 Grandma Barnes RoadNashville, IN 47448 USA(888) [email protected] www.ftrassociates.comConsulting and publishing forecasts for the transportation industry.

GARD Specialists Co., Inc.Ms. Margaret E. Everett, Vice President / Treasurer621 State Hwy 17 S / POB 157Eagle River, WI 54521 USA(715) [email protected] Products - Thread repair inserts, abrasives, cutting tools, etc.

Gardner Denver, Inc.Mr. Robert Phillips, Key Acct. Manager, Locomotive1800 Gardner ExpresswayQuincy, IL 62305 USA(217) 222-5400rob.phillips@gardnerdenver.comwww.gardnerdenver.comManufacturer of air compressors for locomotive braking systems.

GATX CorporationMr. Tom Murdock, Vice President222 W. Adams Street • Chicago, IL 60606 USA(312) [email protected] • www.gatx.comProvides lease financing and related services to customers operating rail, marine and other targeted assets.

GE Rail Services CorporationMr. Gregory P. Vogelman, Senior Account Manager161 N Clark Street • Chicago, IL 60601 USA(630) 258-4370 • [email protected] owns & manages 155,000 railcars, 2000 locomotives and 20,000 intermodal units that include containers & trailers. Offers full service and net leases utilizing operating, finance and per diem lease structures. Offers leases with management services.

Geislinger CorporationMr. Dwayne Berger, Sales Manager200 Geislinger DriveBattle Creek, MI 49037 USA(269) [email protected] • www.geislinger.comManufactures products to reduce torsional vibration of combustion engines and driveline components.

Getex CorporationMr. Ned Khan, President311 Woodview Court • Oak Brook, IL 60523 USA(630) 993-1300 • [email protected] removal products

GLNX CorporationMr. Warner Abel, President2201 Timberloch Place, Suite 125The Woodlands, TX 77380 USA(281) [email protected] • www.glnx.comFull Service Railcar Lease & Management Company

Global Finishing Solutions, LLC (GFS)Mr. Jeff Kloes, National Sales Mnger - Industrial12721 Norway Road • Osseo, WI 54758 USA(715) 597-8035 • [email protected] of custom spray booths and fin-ishing systems for liquid and powder coatings of large equipment. Companies that maintain, service and refurbish engines/railcars are satisfied with GFS.

Global Rail Systems, Inc.Mr. Donald C. Beaman, President & Founder503 FM 147 POB 110 • Marlin, TX 76661 USA(254) 883-2200cbeaman@globalrailsystems.comwww.globalrailsystems.comYard/Mainline Wireless Switch Automation, Switch Machine & Control Systems, Hand Throw Switch Position Indicators, Derailment/Dragging Equipment Detectors, Crossing Warning Systems, Derail Control Systems, Dispatch Systems - Dark/CTC Territories, etc.

GNB Industrial PowerMr. Micheal Matson, Marketing Services Mngr.3950 Sussex Avenue • Aurora, IL 60504 USA(630) [email protected] • www.exide.comDiesel Locomotive Batteries & Lead Acid Battery Recycling

Graham-White Manufacturing CompanyMr. Stewart Bruce, VP Sales & Marketing1242 Colorado Street • Salem, VA 24153 USA(540) 387-5600 • [email protected] reliable transportation solutions. Electro-pneumatic and pneumatic valves, air drying systems, electro locomotive parking brakes, elec-tronic bells, AFM indicators, analog gauges and remanufacturing services inc. 26L, etc.

The Gregg Company, LTDMr. Richard T. Gregg, Chairman15 Dyatt Place, Box 430Hackensack, NJ 07601 USA(201) 489-2440 • [email protected], components for overseas applications requesting AAR-type components.

GT ExhaustMr. Nathan Albright, Marketing Coordinator4121 NW 37th Street • Lincoln, NE 68524 USA(402) [email protected] custom exhaust systems for locomotives, including sound attenuation and exhaust after treatment solutions with catalysts and diesel particulate filters.

Hadady CorporationMr. Tom Casper, VP Sales & Marketing510 West 172nd StreetSouth Holland, IL 60473 USA(708) [email protected] replacement parts, specializing in brake rigging, wear components, runner suspen-sion components and customized kits for over-hauling trucks.



Hai’an Yaohua Safety Glass Co. LTDMr. James Gao, US RepresentativeDover, Ohio 44622330-343-1018 • [email protected] manufacturer of locomotive glass for the passenger and freight industries.

Harcon CorporationMr. Harold Stoltzfus, Owner563 Strasburg Road • Paradise, PA 17562 USA(717) [email protected] • www.harconcorp.comManufactures under bridge access services.

HARTING, INC North AmericaMs. Jill Shea, Marketing Director1370 Bowes Road • Elgin, IL 60123 USA(847) [email protected] • www.harting-usa.comDevelops electrical & electronic connector technologies solutions with a focus on power and data transmission applications and net-work solutions. Includes a full line of Ethernet switches and connectivity suitable for fiber and copper application.

Hatch & Kirk, Inc.Mr. Michael Korotkin, President & CEO5111 Leary Avenue, N.W.Seattle, WA 98107 USA(206) [email protected] • www.hatchkirk.comManufacturer of aftermarket diesel engine parts for EMD, Alco, GE and Fairbanks-Morse engines.

Haynes CorporationMr. Greg L. Schultz, VP Sales3581 Mercantile Avenue • Naples, FL 34104 USA(239) [email protected] • www.haynesco.comManufactures fuel injection systems and parts used on EMD, GE and ALCO locomotives.

Hetronic USAMr. Mark A. Ecton, Project Manager3905 NW 36th StreetOklahoma City, OK 73123 USA(405) [email protected] • www.trainremote.comManufacturer of locomotive radio remote con-trols - safe, affordable, and innovative design. With locations throughout the world, Hetronic can meet local needs in today’s global world.

Hilliard Enterprises, Inc.Mr. Tim W. LovelessV.P. Marketing & Business Operations25221 Hwy 365 NNorth Little Rock, AR 72113 USA(501) [email protected] • www.heiparts.comSupplier of EMD, GE and ALCO Locomotive spare parts. An extensive on-hand inventory and net-work of suppliers. HEI can fulfill all of your loco-motive parts needs including hard-to-find parts.

HK Engine Components, LLCMr. Cullen Burdette, Vice President9411 Earlely Drive • Hagerstown, MD 21740 USA(240) [email protected] solutions, power assemblies and com-ponents, engine parts, and gaskets for EMD 710, 645 and 567 engines.

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Holland, LPMr. Leonard F. O’Kray, Group VP, Mechanical1000 Holland Drive • Crete, IL 60417 USA(708) [email protected] • www.hollandco.comEngineered rail solutions/wear elimination, load securement, product protection, car cleaning, car repair, locomotive servicing, transloading, car components, rail welding, track testing

HOTSTARTMr. Jason Barnes, Market Manager - LocomotiveE 5723 Alki , POB 11245Spokane, WA 99211 USA(509) [email protected] • www.hotstart.comLocomotive idle reduction technology including electric plug-in heaters and battery charger. Self contained APU for remote layover. APU heats water/oil/battery charging and optional AESS interface.

Hydra-Tech International Corp.Mr. Dan Lauzier, Sales and Marketing6060 - 86 Avenue S.E.Calgary, AB T2C 4L7 CANADA403-720-7742dan.lauzier@hydra-tech.netwww.hydra-tech.netManufacturer of large hydraulic jacks and spe-cialized hydraulic tools providing lifting and spe-cialized hydraulic tool solutions for the railway, mining and construction industries.

IAE Power ProductsMr. Eldon Wirtz, General Manager700 Enterprise Street • Aurora, IL 60504 USA(630) 862-3354 • [email protected] Components

Independent Machine Company of Gladstone, Inc.Mr. Nick Sandstrom, Owner707 Clark Drive • Gladstone, MI 49837 USA(906) [email protected] • www.imc-info.comSteel Fabrication Specialists for the Railroad Industry: Iron Horse Portable Wheel Lathe, Trac-tion Motor Gear Cases, Pilot Plows, Wear Plates, Tamper Jaws, Air Line Wrenches, Hand Held Straighteners, Door Persuaders, and Custom Steel FabricationSee our ad on page 41

Industrial Maintenance & Engineering CorporationMr. Greg Szymanski, Sales Manager1351 J.P. Hennessey DriveLa Vergne, TN 37086 USA(615) [email protected] • www.ime-corp.comRebuilds electrical rotating equipment for loco-motives. IM&E offers rebuilt, Utex, repair and return. Specializes in rebuilding traction motors, main & auxiliary generators, cooling fans and DB grid fans.

Inter Swiss, Ltd.Mr. James G. Reese, Managing Director5410 W. Roosevelt Road, Unit 221Chicago, IL 60644 USA(773) [email protected] • www.interswiss.comBraking technology and test and measurement apparatus.

International Electronic MachinesMr. Zack Mian, CEO850 River Street • Troy, NY 12180 USA(518) [email protected] • www.iem.netTechnology based solutions for railroad safety and security such as: portable gauges, bearing inspection systems / yard, bridge, switch and tun-nel security monitoring.

International Name Plate Supplies Ltd.Mr. David E. Humann, Vice President, Sales1420 Crumlin RoadLondon, Ontario N5V 1S1 Canada(519) [email protected] • www.inpsusa.comDecals, name plates, brake plates, paint stencils, FRA 224 tape, decal kits. Online Orders. Kitted and ready for the rail car, locomotive or freight train.

Interstate Diesel ServiceMr. Patrick Roach, VP Sales& Marketing4901 Lakeside Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44114 USA(216) 535-0264 • [email protected] of EMD fuel injectors and components.

Invensys Rail CorpMr. John Paljug, President2400 Nelson Miller ParkwayLouisville, KY 40223 USA(502) 618-8762 • [email protected] and mfg. equipment & systems for rail-road and mass transit PTC train control, grade crossing warning, wayside signaling, EOT, loco-motive control and communications applications.

IRECO, LLCMr. Robert S. Grandy, Vice President805 Golf Lane • Bensenville, IL 60106 USA(630) [email protected]/AAR certified freight car parts such as forgings, stampings, cable assemblies, castings, plastic mold-ings, webbing assemblies and related products.

ITT Koni North AmericaMr. James Mohn, Sales & Marketing Mnger - Rail1961 International Way • Hebron, KY 41048 USA(716) [email protected] • www.koni-na.comManufactures: hydraulic shock absorbers, yaw dampers, rotary shock absorbers, hydraulic tim-ing devices, friction snubbers, vibration isolation devices, shock absorber and air spring remanu-facturing; chevron, conical, air, & layer springs.

J.W. Speaker CorporationMr. Gary Durian, Advanced Development ManagerN120 W19434 Freistadt RoadGermantown, WI 53022 USA(262) [email protected] • www.jwspeaker.comInnovative Lighting Products

Jackson International, Inc. DBA JaxonMr. John Jackson, President635 Franklin Street • Constantine, MI 49042 USA(866) [email protected] • www.jaxonusa.comUncoupling devices and associated brackets. Imported railcar casting and fabrications.

Jefferies & Company, Inc.Ms. Houri Jbechirian11100 Santa Monica Blvd. - 12th FloorLos Angeles, CA 90025 USA(301) [email protected] • www.jeffries.comFinancial Institution

JMA Railroad SupplyMr. Jack Matthews, Owner/President381 S. Main Place • Carol Stream, IL 60188 USA(630) [email protected] • www.jmarail.comLocomotive repair and replacement parts includ-ing: EMD Blowers, Intercoolers, ditch light kits, batteries, camshafts, dryers, prefiltration systems, alloy locks, cast iron & composite brake shoes, car dumping & positioning systems, etc.

K & L Electronics Sales & Service, Inc.Ms. LuAnn P. Launius, Chairman & CEO1801 S. Benton Street • Searcy, AR 72143 USA(501) [email protected] • www.kl-elect.comElectronic/Electrical/Electro-mechanical module cards, contactors, controllers, relays, rectifiers, axle alternator/generators, voltage regulators, cab heat-ers, load regulators, and new/used locomotive parts.

Kalmbach Publishing / Trains MagazineMr. James Wrinn, Editor21027 Crossroads Circle, POB 1612Waukesha, WI 53187 USA(262) [email protected] • www.trainsmag.comTrains magazine has kept industry leaders informed since 2004.

Kelso Technologies (USA) Inc.Mr. Neil Gambow, President and CEO2200 Ogden Avenue, Suite 500 • Lisle, IL 60532 USA(630) [email protected] • www.kelsotech.comManufacturer of pressure relief valves and man-way securement systems for rail tank cars.

Kimball Railcar ServicesMr. James Adams, Sales Manager207 Hwy 55 West / Box 280Kimball, MN 55353 USA(320) 398-6080 • [email protected] Car Repair/Freight car components, wear plates, slider doors, SS bowl rings

KLD Labs, Inc.Mr. Daniel Magnus, Vice President300 Broadway • Huntington Station, NY 11746 USA(631) [email protected] • www.kldlabs.comDevelops Machine Vision Systems for Automatic Inspection of Railway Vehicle and Track Compo-nents. Offers MiniProf Family of Portable Mea-surement Systems for wheels, rails, and brakes.

L & S ElectricMr. David ManneyMarketing Communications Coordinator5101 Mesker Street • Schofield, WI 54476 USA(715) [email protected] • www.lselectric.comRemanufacture GE & EMD traction motors, main generators, main alternators, auxiliary equip-ment, trucks and combos. Rotating electrical repair, high voltage panels, locomotive and pas-senger control systems.



Lat-Lon, LLCMr. Adam Ackley, VP of Sales2300 S Jason Street • Denver, CO 80223 USA(303) [email protected] • www.lat-lon.comGPS tracking and monitoring devices, specializing in the rail industry.

LB Foster CompanyMr. Jeff Kondis, Mngr. Corp. Marketing900 Old Freeport RoadPittsburgh, PA 15238 USA(412) 928-3425 • [email protected] lubricators, wheel impact cord systems, top of rail friction application systems, rail joints, strikes, anchors, car & locomotive repair systems.

Lean & Green LocomotiveMr. Jack Siffert, President5401 Baumhart Rd, Ste 9Lorain, OH 44053 USA(440) 315-6177 • [email protected] of environmentally friendly locomotives. Install locomotive remote control systems. Repair and service locomotives on site and in repair shop.

LeJeune Bolt CompanyMr. Jeff Greene, Sales Manager3500 West Highway 13Burnsville, MN 55337 USA(952) [email protected] Fastening Systems used in new car construc-tion and railcar/locomotive repair. FRA approved fastening systems. Structural fastening, electric and pneumatic lightweight installation tools.

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc.Mr. Phil Homan, President & CEO3900 Arrowhead Drive • Hamel, MN 55340 USA(763) [email protected] • www.loram.comManufactures and operates an array of mainte-nance of way equipment including: production rail grinders, specialty rail grinders, ditch and shoulder ballast cleaners, Railvacs, rail trains and track lifters.See our ad on page 3

LPI, Inc.Ms. Ardy Robertson, Marketing4404 Anderson Drive • Eau Claire, WI 54703 USA(715) [email protected] • www.lpi-inc.comDesigns & manufactures standard and custom personnel lift systems and work platforms which increase safety and productivity during paint finishing, welding, blasting, assembly, material handling, maintenance and wash down.

LTK Engineering ServicesMr. George N. Dorshimer, President100 West Butler Avenue • Ambler, PA 19002 USA(215) [email protected] • www.LTK.comProject development, from preliminary planning through revenue operation. Expertise covers operations analysis, rolling stock, traction electrification, signaling and communications systems, fare collection equipment, yard and maintenance facilities.

MAC Products, Inc.Mr. Edward Russnow, Vice President60 Pennslyvania Ave • Kearny, NJ 07032 USA(973) [email protected] contactor components, contact tips, shunts, blowout coils, bus bars, cable assemblies, machined castings, quick discount terminals, third rail indus-tries, sectionalizing switches, OCS hardware

Macquarie Rail Inc.Mr. David Edwards, President1 North Wacker Drive, 9th FloorChicago, IL 60606 USA(312) 756-3880 • [email protected] American Freight Car Leasing: Whether your company is large or small, railroad or ship-per, we will offer a lease structure or solution tailored to your specific needs.

Macroseal, Inc.Mr. Richard Malone, VP Sales1005 Hercules Road • Hopewell, VA 23860 USA(804) [email protected] • www.macroseal.comIndustrial fluid sealing products, gaskets and mechanical seals

MactonMs. Denise Louder, Transportation Product Manager116 Willenbrock Road • Oxford, CT 06478 USA(301) [email protected] • www.macton.comCar hoist systems, portable car hoist systems, truck hoists, truck rotators, wheel truck turn-tables, drop tables, split rail trolley systems, and portable sanding trailer.

Maestranzi CorporationMr. Ernie Maestranzi, President/CEO190 Elizabeth Lane / POB 824Genoa City, WI 53128 USA(262) 279-1200 • [email protected] of electro-mechanical products such as MU jumper cables, traction motor leads, lugs/quick disconnects, full/dummy receptacles, headlights/ditch lights, rubber cleats and sleeves.

MagnusMr. John Macklin, President1300 Morningside RoadFremont, NE 68025 USA(402) 721-9540 • [email protected] Motor Support Bearings / Thrust Wash-ers & Thrust Blocks

MAHLE Behr Industry America LPMr. Paul Tucker, Sales Director5858 Safety Drive NE • Belmont, MI 49306 USA(248) 735-3663 • [email protected] solutions for cooling & air condition-ing of rail vehicles and special-purpose vehicles, buses, ships, construction equipment, agricultural vehicles, the aviation industry, engine-generators, wind turbines, and solar systems.

Master Packing & Rubber CompanyMr. Robert K. Ridgway, President6430 4th Street, SW • Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 USA(319) [email protected] • www.mprcseals.comReplacement parts for EMD and GE engines. Manufacturing of head gaskets, head seat ring, engine gaskets and kits. O-rings, exhaust bellows and gaskets, exhaust base mount gasket, Mar-mon seals, etc.

Maven Engineering Corp.Mr. Ajay Wadhwani, Executive Vice President15946 Derwood Road • Rockville, MD 20855 USA(301) 275-8890aw@mavencorporation.comwww.mavencorporation.comManufactures: valves, rings, connecting rods, gears, pinions, bearings, turbochargers, radiators, piston pins, rocker arms, cylinder liners & heads

McConway & Torley LLCMr. Scott Mautino, Executive Vice President109 48th Street • Pittsburgh, PA 15201 USA(412) [email protected] Foundry: end of car couplers and car parts

MCS Industries, Inc. / DBA Steel ProductsMr. Chris Miller, President124 W. Platt Street, PO Box 217Homer, MI 49245 USA(517) 568-4161 • cmiller@steelproducts-mcs.comwww.steelproducts-mcs.comManufacturer of high quality roller bearing adap-tors, “Wright” Pipe Anchors and other custom steel components. American-made parts and competitive pricing.

McSweeney’s Inc.Mr. L. Joe McSweeney, CEO3840 County Road 15 • South Bend, IN 46680 USA(740) [email protected] component repair and replacement parts - hand holds, sill steps, ladders, brake release rods, roller assemblies.

Meadoweld MachineMr. Doug Wallace, President530 Eastern Avenue • South Beloit, IL 60180 USA(815) [email protected] • www.meadoweld.comBear rail saw product line, track panel lifter.

MeggerMr. Rick De Bella, National Account Sales Manager2621 Van Buren Ave.Norristown, PA 19403 USA(856) [email protected] • www.megger.comProviding full service solutions through advanced engineering and application support. We provide solutions for: traction motors with insulation testers, ground resistance testers, cable fault locators and catenary height meters.

Mersen USA Bn Corp.Mr. Xavier Mlynek, Marketing Manager400 Myrtle Avenue • Boonton, NJ 07005 USA(450) [email protected] • www.mersen.comManufacturer of Carbon Brushes, Brush-Holders, Slip Rings, Current Collectors



Metro East Industries Inc.Ms. Gayle C. Ortyl, PresidentPO Box 3220 • Fairview Heights, IL 62208 USA(618) [email protected] • www.metroeastinc.comRepair of Railcars & Locomotives

Mile Rail, LLCMr. Benjamin Greenberg, CEO8116 Wilson Road • Kansas City, MO 64125 USA(619) [email protected] • www.milerail.comDelivers a broad range of railcar repair, cleaning and blasting services at its fixed locations and on a nationwide mobile basis.

Miller Felpax CorporationMs. Laurie Dallman, Exec. Assistant1155 E 8th Street, POB 558Winona, MN 55987 USA(507) 452-2461lauriedallman@millerfelpax.comwww.millerfelpax.comManufacturing of traction motor combo products, locomotive truck parts, freight car parts, grade crossing products, brakes and control products.

Miner Enterprises, Inc.Mr. Robert J. Pokorski, Director of Engineering1200 East State Street / POB 471Geneva, IL 60134 USA • (630) [email protected] • www.minerent.comEngineers & manufactures railcar components including high capacity draft gears, TecsPak con-stant contact side bearings, buff gears, discharge devices, unloading systems, hatch covers, brake beams and other energy dissipation systems.See our ad on page 28

Mobile Hydraulic Equipment CompanyMr. Wally Fordyce, Regional Sales Manager1544 Howell • Kansas City, MO 64116 USA(816) 474-4643 • [email protected] hydraulic solutions and multipower packs to railroads.

Morgan AM&T/ NationalMr. James V. Christoff, Traction Business Manager251 Forrester Drive • Greenville, SC 29607 USA(315) 699-7193 • [email protected] of brushes and current collectors; OEM brushes for traction, slip ring, and auxiliary motors. Current collectors for overhead and third rail applications.

Morgan Keegan & Co.Mr. Arthur Hatfield, Senior Analyst50 N. Front Street • Memphis, TN 38103 USA(901) 579-4868Art.hatfield@morgankeegan.comwww.morgankeegan.comFinancial Institution - Sell Side Research

Morton Manufacturing CompanyMr. Michael K. Ogden, President700 Liberty Drive • Libertyville, IL 60048 USA(847) [email protected]. Anti-Slip Walking Surfaces, includes: Run-ning Boards, Brake Steps, End Platforms, Intermo-dal Platforms, Locomotive Steps. AAR approved and sold under the trade name Open-Grip.

Motive Equipment Inc.Mr. Thomas Moriarty, Sales Manager8300 W. Sleske Court • Milwaukee, WI 53223 USA(414) 446-3379 • [email protected] conditioners, cab heaters, toilets, tool boxes, cab fans, drain valves, refrigerators, document holders, inverters, visors, radio boxes.

MPL Technology, Inc.Mr. Michael J. Mitrovich, President6830 NE Bothell Way, Suite C, PMB471Kenmore, WA 98028 USA(425) 398-1310 • [email protected] wheel flange lubrication systemsSee our ad on page 25

MTUMr. Doug Berry, Manager, Industrial Sales13400 Outer Drive West • Detroit, MI 48239 USA(435) 773-6720 • [email protected] engines and engine systems for locomotive applications and rail maintenance, plus parts and service for the same.

N.E. Bridge CorpMr. John Waitkus, President2 Lopes Drive • Norton, MA 02766 USA(508) [email protected] • www.bridgeriggers.comBridge accessing equipment.

Nathan Airchime, Inc.Mr. Joseph R. Loffredo, VP General Manager1102 Windham Rd. POB 96South Windham, CT 06266 USA(860) 423-4575 • [email protected] Horns: Air horns, valves, horn test equip-ment, mobile horn test chamber, heated horn

National Maintenance & Repair, Inc.Mr. John Sticht, VP Engine Group401 S. Hawthorne Street, POB 38Hartford, IL 62048 USA • (618) [email protected] • www.mcnationalinc.comEngine overhauls, block repair work, engine parts supplier.

National Railway Equip. Co.Mr. James M. Wurtz, Jr., VP Sales & Marketing1100 Shawnee Street • Mount Vernon, IL 62864 USA(618) 244-5492 • [email protected] ultra-low emitting N-viromotive genset locomotives. Industry leader in quality parts, sup-plies, engineering, maintenance, financing and leasing. Growing with the tier 0+ engine kits.

National Steel Car LimitedMr. Hugh Nicholson, EVP Marketing, Sales & Quality600 Kenilworth Avenue NorthHamilton, Ontario L8N 3J4 CANADA(905) [email protected] • www.steelcar.comManufacturer of freight cars and replacement parts.

New York Air Brake Corp.Mr. Marshall G. Beck, Sr. VP, Marketing & Sales748 Starbuck AvenueWatertown, NY 13601 USA(315) [email protected] • www.nyab.comFreight & Locomotive air brake control systems

Niagara Cooler Inc.Mr. Joseph M. Loiacano, President6605 Slayton Settlement RoadLockport, NY 14094 USA(716) [email protected] • www.niagaracooler.comHeat exchangers: oil coolers, aftercoolers, intercoolers, radiators.

Norfolk Southern Thoroughbred Mechanical ServicesMr. Joseph M. RichardellaSyst Manager. Locomotive Sales and Marketing200 North Fourth Avenue, Room 305Altoona, PA 16601 USA • (814) [email protected] • www.nstms.comA remanufacturer of locomotives and all associ-ated components. Its capabilities include: minor repairs, modifications, accident damage, repaint-ing and new assembly, and complete overhauls.

Norgren Inc.Mr. Mark J. Densley, Business Development Mngr. - Rail5400 S. Delaware Street • Littleton, CO 80120 USA(303) [email protected] • www.norgren.comFluid control components and engineering ser-vices for the rail industry.

Ohio Crankshaft Forged and Machined ProductsMr. Gary Beck, Sales & Marketing Manager3800 Harvard Avenue • Cleveland, OH 44105 USA(216) [email protected] • www.ohio-crankshaft.comNew and Reconditioned Crankshafts, Camshafts, Stub Shafts, Spacers, Compressor Crankshafts, Draft Lugs, Center Plates and Forgings.

The Okonite CompanyMr. James R. Higginbottom, Executive Consultant6045 Dolphin Road • Oriental, NC 28571 USA(252) [email protected] • www.okonite.comInsulated wire and cable for vital circuits, power, communication and electric tractionSee our ad on page 29

OPW Fluid Transfer Group / Midland Mfg.Mr. Kevin Cook, Director Global Rail Business Unit7733 Gross Point Road • Skokie, IL 60077 USA(847) [email protected] • www.midlandmfg.netValves - Fittings for rail tank cars, valves and hatch covers for PD cars

Orr Safety CorporationMr. Bob Johnson, Regional Vice President11601 Interchange Drive / POB 198029Louisville, KY 40229 USA • (816) [email protected] • www.orrsafety.comProviders of occupational and environmental safety products. Service and installation of fire suppression equipment for sensitive equipment.

Ozark Mountain RailcarMr. John Suscheck, CEOBox 167 • Kirbyville, MO 65679 USA(417) 336-2401 • [email protected] and only full service railroad equipment brokerage firm in the railroad industry. Selling locomotives, freight and passenger cars, MOW equipment, Hy Rail Trucks and a large inventory of railroad parts.



Parker domnick hunterMs. Jane Sexton, Marketing Services Manager4087 Walden Ave • Lancaster, NY 14086 USA(276) 655-4796 • [email protected]/railwaysCompressed air treatment systems, including water separators, filters - particulate, filters - oil removal, filters -desiccant dust, dryers both rolling stock and yard air.

Patel Brass WorksMr. Bhavesh Amlani, Marketing & Sales102 Angus Drive • Toronto, Ontar M2J 2X1 CANADA(416) [email protected] • www.pbw-india.comBimetal & Trimetal bearings and bushings are manu-factured by centrifugal casting, sintering and clad-ding. The indigenously developed centrifugal casting technology enables us to produce thick wall flanged bearings of exceptional strength.

Peerless Metal Powders & AbrasiveMs. Heather L. Martin, Sales124 S. Military Avenue • Detroit, MI 48209 USA(313) 841-5400 • [email protected] of steel abrasives used to clean and profile rail cars before painting.

Penn Locomotive GearMr. Craig J. OpacicGeneral Manager - Locomotive Products310 Innovation Drive • Blairsville, PA 15717 USA(724) 459-0302 • [email protected] of aftermarket locomotive gears, pinions and armature shafts to railroads worldwide. Stock is maintained on many high volume items.

Pennsy Corp.Ms. Danielle King, Corporate Buyer515 S. Franklin Street • West Chester, PA 19382 USA(610) [email protected] • www.pennsy.comDesign engineering firm specializing in railroad freight car parts.

PHW Inc.Mr. John R. Harrison, President664 Linden Avenue• East Pittsburgh, PA 15112 USA(412) [email protected] • www.phwinc.comDesign and manufacturer of Cab Signaling and PTC systems and wayside equipment for the rail and transit industries.

Plasser American CorporationMr. Ronald C. Olds, Sales Manager2001 Myers Road - POB 5464Chesapeake, VA 23324 USA(757) [email protected] • www.plasseramerican.comManufacturer of railroad machinery and mainte-nance equipmentSee our ad on Cover 4

Plastic Components, Inc.Mr. Mike Haun, GM/VP1210 CR 6 West • Elkhart, IN 46514 USA(574) 264-7514mike@plasticcomponentsinc.comwww.plasticcomponentsinc.comCustom molded plastic parts. Services include: design and engineering assistance, patterns/proto-types, production tooling, and assembly.

Power Drives, Inc.Ms. Rosanne Panzica, Marketing Coordinator133 Hopkins Street • Buffalo, NY 14220 USA(716) 512-7797 • [email protected] custom engineered fluid conveying hose & tube assemblies for fuel, oil, and water applications. Also manufactures the Powerhouse, an idle reduction technology, which is available in a 120VAC electric powered model or an APU model.

PowerRail Distribution Inc.Mr. Paul P. Foster, President & CEO205 Clark Road • Pittston, PA 18642 USA(570) [email protected] • www.epowerrail.comOffers a full line of new and re-manufactured diesel locomotive parts & components.

PPG Protective and Marine CoatingsMr. Edward BruninsMarket Manager, US and CanadaOne PPG Place • Pittsburgh, PA 15272 USA(412) 434-3275 • [email protected]/northamericaProvides new build and maintenance coatings and coatings systems to the rail industry, featuring Amercoat products.

Proceco, Inc.Ms. Chantal Rousseau, Marketing Manager7300 Tellier Street • Montreal, QC h1n3t7 Canada(514) [email protected] • www.proceco.comSolvent free cleaning systems for locomotive and railcar components such as bogies, wheelsets, traction motors, gear cases, generators, diesel engine block and components, axles, bearings, and bearing housings.

Progress Rail ServicesMs. Barbara CoxCorporate Communications ManagerPOB 1037, 1600 Progress DriveAlbertville, AL 35950 USA(256) [email protected] • www.progressrail.comOffers reliable, durable, fuel efficient and emissions-friendly locomotives. Provides remfg of locomotive & railcar products, new & reconditioned parts for loco and railcars, new& used rail, rail welding, track work components, MOW equip & signal devises.

Progressive RailroadingMr. Stephen Bolte, Publisher2100 W Florist Ave • Milwaukee, WI 53209 USA(561) 743-7373 • stephen.bolte@tradepress.comwww.progressiverailroading.comIndustry Trade Magazine, E-Daily News, Yearbooks, Webcasts, HSRUpdates.com, progressiverailroading.com, PRMobile & Podcasts

Prokar, Inc.Mr. Lee Schreve, PresidentPO Box 6235 • Lake Charles, LA 70606 USA(337) [email protected] • www.prokar.comFreight Car Repair

Protran1Mr. Peter M. Bartek, Director of TechnologyPOB 659 • Flanders, NJ 07836 USA(609) [email protected] • www.protran1.comAdvance warning devices for railway workers - track warning systems.

PS Technology, Inc.Mr. Jon Jensen, Vice President, Sales4801 N. 63rd Street, Ste 200Boulder, CO 80301 USA(402) 544-8100 • [email protected] software solutions for Conductor, RCO and engineering. An enterprise workforce manage-ment software provider specializing in rail crew management and timekeeping solutions.

QinetiQ North AmericaMr. Bud Zaouk, Director - Surface Transportation350 Second Avenue • Waltham, MA 02451 USA(781) [email protected] SmartPlug/SmartNet rail force mea-surement system. Q-EA - Energy Absorption

Quality Turbocharger ComponentsMr. Terry Allen, President6902 Signat • Houston, TX 77041 USA(713) 849-4200 • [email protected] of turbochargers and components.

R.J. Corman Railroad GroupMs. Maggie Vo, Sales & Marketing101 RJ Corman DriveNicholasville, KY 40340 USA(859) [email protected] & Servicing GenSet Locomotives

Railhead CorporationMr. Joseph Donnan, President12549 S. Larmie Ave • Alsip, IL 60803 USA(708) 844-5500 • [email protected] of three divisions catered toward the rail industry, products include LED lighting, safety equip-ment, video surveillance, and high quality air tools.

Railinc Corp.Mr. David L. KaufmanSr. Director Customer Relations7001 Weston Parkway, Ste. 200Cary, NC 27513 USA(919) [email protected] • www.railinc.comRailinc is the railroad industry’s most innovative and reliable resources for IT and information services. Railroad equipment analytics, Umler reports.

Railquip, Inc.Mr. Helmut Schroeder, President3731 Northcrest Rd. Ste. 6Atlanta, GA 30340 USA(770) [email protected] • www.railquip.comShop Maintenance Equipment, inc: underfloor & mobile car hoists, spinning posts, turntables, truck hoists, transfer tables, assembly stands, truck turn-ing devices, portable car movers, hydraulic re-railing equip. & self propelled roof access platforms.

Railroad Passenger Car AllianceMr. Stanlee Weller, Treasurer1621 Green Acres Drive • Kokomo, IN 46901 USA(765) [email protected] • www.rpca.comA trade organization dedicated to the operation of privately owned railroad passenger cars.



Railway Age / Simmons-Boardman PublishingMr. Robert P. DeMarco, SVP Group Publisher345 Hudson Street • New York, NY 10014 USA(212) [email protected] • www.railwayage.comIndustry Publications

Railway Engineering-Maintenance SuppliersMr. David Soule, Executive Director500 New Jersey Avenue, NW Ste 400Washington, DC 20001 USA(607) [email protected] • www.remsa.orgREMSA represents manufacturers and suppliers of products, services and equipment that support the railway industry.

Railway Research, Inc.Mr. James F. Foster, President480 15th Street • Red Wing, MN 55066 USA(651) 388-6080 • [email protected] and repair of air brake test devices use to perform terminal air tests.

Railway Systems Suppliers, IncMr. Michael Drudy, Executive Director9306 New LaGrange Road, Suite 100Louisville, KY 40242 [email protected] • www.rssi.orgAssociation of C&S suppliers to rail and rail transit.

Reidler Decal CorporationMs. Cheryl Harrison, Dir. Railroad Sales264 Industrial Pk. Road, POB 8St. Clair, PA 17970 USA(800) [email protected] • www.reidlerdecal.comDecals & Graphics. Manufacturing of FRA 224 delineators, full car graphics wraps, reflective markings, anti slip vestibule markings for pas-senger cars, APTA approved luminescent signage, reporting marks, logos, developmental art.

Relay Systems of America Inc.Mr. Steven Stanick, Technical Director1609 Rock Creek Blvd. • Joliet, IL 60431 USA(815) 295-9240 • sstanick@relaysystemsinc.comwww.relaysystemsofamerica.comLocomotives relays, contractors, custom electron-ics, CEM products, relay cards, interface modules, EMD, GE & ALCO.

RELCO Locomotives, Inc.Mr. Chuck Benson, VP Business Development1001 Warrenville Road, Suite 201Lisle, IL 60532 USA(630) [email protected] • www.relcolocomotives.comSales, leasing, rebuilding, system upgrades, ser-vice components and wreck repair of locomotives.

Ricardo, Inc.Mr. Andrew Smart, VP Business Development40000 Ricardo DriveVan Buren TWP, MI 48111 USA(734) [email protected] • www.ricardo.comA proven team of rail sector professionals with in-depth industry knowledge coupled with global multi industry skills and capabilities.

RMIMs. Jennie Baker, Director of Marketing3475 Piedmont Road, Ste. 250Atlanta, GA 30305 USA • (404) [email protected] leading independent provider of Transportation Management Software. Software is used to man-age rail and intermodal operations, signal and communications maintenance, and end-to-end multi-model planning and execution for railroads, shippers and 3PLs.

RocoreMr. Dave Lundquist, VP Sales and Marketing2401 Directors DriveIndianapolis, IN 46241 USA(317) [email protected] • www.rocore.comManufacturer of mechanical bonded radiators, oil coolers, after coolers and repair services.


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Salco Products, Inc.Mr. David A. Oestermeyer, President1385 101st Street, Ste A • Lemont, IL 60439 USA(630) 783-2570dave_oestermeyer@salcoproducts.comwww.salcoproducts.comCircular vented and non vented hatch covers. Outlet gate parts. Specialty outlet gate assemblies. Full line gasket and fastener supplier for hopper and tank cars. Managed inventory services. Replacement freight car parts. Reflectorization materials.

Sapa ExtrusionsMr. Randall ThomureCommercial Transportation Manager53 Pottsville Street • Cressona, PA 17929 USA(815) [email protected]/us/industrialextrusionsOffers assistance with application engineering, manufacturing, design and marketing solutions for rail customers’ product requirements. Alloys, circle sizes up to 24”” and complete fabrication services, we offer standard and custom extruded shapes.

Saw Mill Capital LLCMr. Victor Krupinski, Research Director555 Pleasantville Road, South Building, Ste 220Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510 USA(914) 741-9093 • [email protected] Institution

Schaeffler Group USA, Inc.Mr. Karl Wickenheisser, Industry Manager Rail308 Springhill Farm RoadFort Mill, SC 29715 USA(203) 830-8208Karl.Wickenheisser@schaeffler.comwww.schaeffler.usBearings & anti-friction products.

Schenck Process GroupMr. Ralph Harris, Business Development16490 Chillicothe RoadChagrin Falls, OH 44023 USA(440) [email protected] motion and static rail car weight scales, in track rail car wheel defect measuring equipment and rail car truck test stands.

SeacoleMr. Gregg Elliott, President, CEO13503 Industrial Park RoadMinneapolis, MN 55441 USA(763) [email protected] • www.seacole.comA diversified chemical manufacturing company offering a comprehensive line for locomotive & maintenance cleaning. Exterior cleaners, parts cleaning, corrosion inhibitors, leak tracers & toilet treatments.

Seats IncorporatedMr. Paul Frank, Sales Rep. Engineered Products Div.1515 Industrial Street / POB 60Reedsburg, WI 53959 USA(608) [email protected] • www.seatsinc.comCustom seating products for locomotives (seats, pedestals, wall tracks), passenger rail vehicles (operator seats, pedestals), and maintenance of way.

Sharma & Associates, Inc.Mr. David C. BrabbAsst. VP Business Development & R&D100 W. Plainfield RoadCountryside, IL 60525 USA(708) 588-9871 • [email protected] Consulting - mechanical, structural, electrical, locomotives, freight cars, bridges, track, expert witnesses, product development, databas-es, software development, vehicle dynamics, FEA, FMECA, instrumentation and testing (lab & field)

Sherwood Electromotion Inc.Mr. George Gavrilidis, President271 Hanlan RoadWoodbridge, Ontario L4L 3R7 CANADA(905) 857-6671georgeg@sherwoodelectromotion.comwww.sherwoodelectromotion.comA leading independent provider of manufactur-ing and overhaul services for propulsion systems equipment for rail and mass transit applications.

Siemens Industry, Inc. Rail AutomationMs. Marta Salido, Business Development498 Seventh Ave. 16th FloorNew York, NY 10018 USA(212) 672-4022 • [email protected]/mobilityCommunications & Signaling

Simmons Machine Tool Corp.Mr. David W. Davis, President & COO1700 North Broadway • Albany, NY 12204 USA(518) [email protected] • www.smtgroup.comManufactures machines dedicated to railway wheel set maintenance or production applica-tions. This company is part Simmons Industriean-lagen GMbH in Chemnitz, Germany, and NSH-CTI in Nanchang, China.

SIMPACK US Inc.Mr. Robert Solomon, President25925 Telegraph Road • Southfield, MI 48033 USA(248) 996-8750 • [email protected] aided simulation of rail vehicles and track. For vehicle design, track layout, and sup-port of operational limit studies.

Sims Professional EngineersMr. Roger D. Sims, P.E., President2645 Ridge Road • Highland, IN 46322 USA(219) [email protected] • www.simspe.comConsulting Engineers

SKF RBU NAMr. Greg Gerardi, Director, Sales & MarketingPOB 332 / 890 Forty Foot RoadLansdale, PA 19446 USA(804) [email protected] • www.skf.comJournal & propulsion bearings, axleboxes & axelbridges

Smith Systems, Inc.Ms. Claire A. Smith, President6 Mill Creek CTR • Brevard, NC 28712 USA(828) 884-3490 • [email protected] ISO 9001 manufacturer of sensor for speed, motion and temperature. Custom cabling, har-nesses, and associated controls.

Snap-On IndustrialMr. Ed Covington, Segment Support Manager2801 80th Street • Kenosha, WI 53141 USA(210) [email protected] • www.snapon.comDeveloper and manufacturer of hand power tools, tool storage, diagnostic equipment and specialty products. Snap-On provides the best service and products to professional tool users worldwide.

Snyder Equipment Company Inc.Mr. G Samuel Benson, President & CEO1375 West Snyder Blvd. • Nixa, MO 65714 USA(417) 725-4067 • [email protected] fueling and servicing equipment pump systems for lube, fuel, oil and water. Exhaust equipment, solid stick flange lube, locomotive air compressor rebuild, fuel adoptive injection systems, pressure vessels and filters.

Sotek, Inc.Mr. John E. Maurer, Vice President3590 Jeffrey Blvd. • Buffalo, NY 14219 USA(716) [email protected] • www.sotek.comRotor and stator lamination and cores for electrical motors.

Spacecraft Components Corp.Mr. Roger Johnson, Transit Division Manager3040 N Clayton StreetNorth Las Vegas, NV 89032 USA(954) 478-4540 • [email protected] & distributor of electrical connectors

SRS Strategic Rail SystemsMr. Derrick Barr, National Sales Manager1314 Walnut Street • Springfield, SD 57062 USA(605) [email protected] • www.shurco.comRailcar cover containment systems that are better than hardtops as they stay with the car when not in use. Lightweight, lower cost than steel covers, allows cars to carry more ballast. Operation by single person from the ground.

Standard Steel, LLCMr. John M. Hilton, SVP Sales & Operations500 N. Walnut Street • Burnham, PA 17009 USA(717) 242-4606 • [email protected] railway wheels & axles for freight, loco-motive, and passenger markets

Stanley Proto Industrial ToolsMr. Dan Riccio, Marketing Services Coordinator2915 Eastview Parkway #103Conyers, GA 30013 USA(860) 827-5761 • [email protected], markets & sells industrial tools for the professional end user. From sockets to wrenches to punches and chisels, Stanley Proto offers quality tools.

Star Headlight & Lantern Co. Inc.Mr. Christopher D. Jacobs, President455 Rochester Street • Avon, NY 14414 USA(585) 226-9500 • [email protected] warning and safety lights for the railroad industry, including Trainman Lanterns, car inspector lanterns, blue lights, rechargeable bat-teries and chargers. Also LED lights and lanterns.



Starfire Engineering & Technologies, Inc.Mr. Ken Smith, Sales & Marketing Manager2429 Iowa Street, Suite KLawrence, KS 66046 USA • (785) [email protected] • www.starfire.netRolling Stock design & modification engineer-ing services for freight, passenger, locomotives, MOW & transit. Inspection Services as outlined in AAR Manual Rule 88, EXS & ILS Certifications & increased gross rail load modifications. 3D development & FEA.

Start PacMs. Judith Wurth, President4060 Schiff Drive • Las Vegas, NV 89103 USA(702) [email protected] • www.startpac.comManufactures high-tech lithium ion batteries for locomotives and lead battery chargers. Also start-ing units and line service units.

Stella-Jones Inc.Mr. Robert K. MatthewsVP Rail and Recycling Services11505 W. 79th Street • Lenexa, KS 66214 USA(913) 948-9478 • [email protected] cross tie recycling, new cross tie products, industrial switching and track maintenance servicesSee our ad on page 7

Sterling Rail, Inc.Mr. Robert W. Mertz, President & CEO3 Lakeway Centre Court • Austin, TX 78734 USA(512) [email protected] • www.sterlingrail.comBuyer, seller and broker of locomotives, railcars, locomotive components and parts. Publishes Sterling Rail Classifieds, the leading resource for locomotives and railcars for sale and wanted.

Sterne AgeeMr. Salvatore VitaleVice President, Senior Equity Research Analyst140 E 45th Street • New York, NY 10017 USA(212) [email protected] • www.sterneagee.comEquity research coverage.

Strathmore Products, Inc.Mr. Dale Van Nort, Marketing Manager1970 W. Fayette Street • Syracuse, NY 13204 USA(315) 488-5401 • [email protected] and coatings manufacturer.

Strato, Inc.Mr. Michael J. Foxx, President & CEO100 New England Ave • Piscataway, NJ 08854 USA(732) [email protected] • www.stratoinc.comAir Brake Hoses, steel fabrications, castings, pipe fittings, air brake test equipment, end-of-car cushioning arrangements.See our ad on page 13

Structural Composites of Indiana, Inc.Ms. Dana Wallace, Sales Development Specialist1118 Gerber Street • Ligonier, IN 46767 USA(260) [email protected] • www.scindiana.comManufacturer of fiberglass railcar covers, mass transit products, hatch covers, and custom fiber-glass rail products

Super Steel, LLCMr. Paul Stack, Dir. Business Development7900 West Tower Avenue • Milwaukee, WI 53223 USA(414) [email protected] • www.supersteel.comMetal fabrications & complex assemblies.

Surrette Battery Co, Ltd.Mr. Patrick Friesen, Sales Manager1 Station Road • Springhill, NS B0M 1X0 CANADA(902) [email protected] • www.surrette.comManufacturer of premium quality flooded lead acid locomotive batteries.

Susquehanna Financial GroupMr. Bascome Majors, Industrials Equity Research140 Broadway, 47th FloorNew York, NY 10005 USA • (212) [email protected] • www.sig.comFinancial Services

Talgo, Inc.Ms. Nora Friend, VP Public Affairs & Business Develop.505 Fifth Avenue South Ste 170Seattle, WA 98104 USA • (202) [email protected] • www.talgoamerica.comManufacturer of passenger rail cars from 110mph to 220mph, maintenance of high speed rail equipment and manufacturer of maintenance equipment. Est. 1942.

TDG Transit Design GroupMr. Marc J. Gagne, Director, Business Development4-4100A Sladview CrescentMississauga, DC L5L 5Z3 Canada • [email protected] • www.tdgdesign.comSupplier of LED, fluorescent and halogen lighting systems to the rail industry.

Terresolve Technologies LTDMr. Micheal Kasbek, Sales Engineer9609 Jacskon Street • Mentor, OH 44060 USA(440) [email protected] • www.terresolve.comEnvironmentally safe lubricants and greases for railroad track maintenance equipment.

The Greenbrier CompaniesMr. William L. Bourque, VP MarketingOne Centerpointe Drive, Suite 200Lake Oswego, OR 97035 USA • (503) [email protected] • www.gbrx.comSupplier of transportation equipment and services to the railroad industry. Owns approx. 9,000 railcars and performs management services for approx. 215,000 railcars. Repairs freight cars and provides wheel sets and railcar component parts. The Timken CompanyMr. Thomas M. Young, VP-Sales & Marketing NA, Rail1835 Dueber Ave. SW • Canton, OH 44706 USA(330) [email protected] • www.timken.comManufacturer of tapered roller bearings. Recondi-tioned tapered roller bearings.

Therm-Omega-Tech, Inc.Mr. Paul Driscoll, Director Sales353 Ivyland Road • Warminster, PA 18974 USA(877) 379-8258 • [email protected] of locomotive and passenger freeze protection valves (GURU DL 2.1 & MAGNUM) that are snap acting requiring no power or air that sense the water temperature of the locomotive cooling system

TorcUp Inc.Ms. Tracey A. Hoell, Operations Manager1025 Conroy Place • Easton, PA 18040 USA(610) [email protected] • www.torcup.comIndustrial bolting tools including hydraulic & pneumatic torque wrenches, power packs, indus-trial impact sockets and accessories.

Transdyne, Inc.Mr. Robert First, PresidentPO Box 9440 • Springfield, IL 62791 USA(217) 529-7744 • [email protected] Plates, Fasteners for Freight Cars, Brake Rigging, Freight Car parts for suspension systems

TransPar CorporationMr. Bob Singleton, VP Sales8 Campbell Drive • Fort Edward, NY 12828 USA(518) [email protected] • www.transpar-corp.comNew & re-manufactured EMD & GE turbocharg-ers, spring drive gears, clutches, rocker arms, and other EMD engine components.

Transportation Technology Center, Inc.Albert J. Reinschmidt, VP, Marketing & Bus. Develop.PO Box 11130, 55500 DOT RoadPueblo, CO 81001 USA • (719) [email protected] • www.ttci.aar.comLocomotive, Freight Car and Component Test Facility, consulting and computer modeling ser-vices and hazardous material training for the Rail & Rail Supply Industry.

Transportation Technology Inc.Mr. Warren J. Assara, Jr., Vice President940 Nepperhan Ave • Yonkers, NY 10703 USA(914) [email protected] • www.ttipower.comDiesel Engine Locomotive Service: head end power systems, locomotive overhaul and compo-nents, engineering, consulting, design.

Trinity Rail Group LLCMr. Robert S. Hulick, EVP Trinity Industries Leasing Co.2525 Stemmons Freeway • Dallas, TX 75207 USA(214) [email protected] • www.trinityrail.comProvides leasing and management services, in addition to, railcar repair and on-site operational and technical support. Largest North American railcar manufacturer - complete portfolio of equip-ment available and railcar parts and components.

TTX CompanyMr. Patrick J. Casey, VP Fleet Management101 N Wacker Drive • Chicago, IL 60606 USA(312) [email protected] • www.ttx.comProvides railcars and related freight car manage-ment services to the NA rail industry. Pooled rail-cars are for service in the intermodal, automotive, machinery, steel & other commodity groups where flatcars, box cars and gondolas are required.See our ad on page 29

TUV Rheinland RSIMr. Gary P. Wolf, President411 N Clarendon Ave • Scottdale, GA 30079 USA(404) [email protected] • www.railsciences.comConsulting, engineering services, training, derailment investigation, train/track dynamics, system & opera-tional safety, operations planning & analysis, testing & instrumentation, material engineering, bridge services.



UBM Global TradeMs. Kathleen Keeney, Publisher, Rail Group702 White Oaks Avenue • Baltimore, MD 21228 USA(410) 788-0376 • [email protected] of key industry directories and specialty publications, including The Pocket List of Railroad Officials, the Official Railway Guide and the Official Railway Equipment Register. Operates railre-source.com and manages rail industry trade shows.

Union Tank Car CompanyMr. John M. Kieras, Dir. Railroad & Industry Relations175 West Jackson Blvd. • Chicago, IL 60604 USA(312) 431-5084 • [email protected] • www.utlx.comTank and other railcars for Lease. Tank car manufac-turing. Railcar repair and inspection. Tank car valve and component manufacturing.

Unipar, LLCMr. Mark Cleveland, Sales Manager7210 Polson Lane • Hazelwood, MO 63042 USA(314) [email protected] • www.uniparllc.comSpecializes in the remanufacture of EMD power assemblies and related component parts. Any model built to OEM specification and delivered on time. Also offers RTD locomotive parts and accessories.

United Control Systems, Inc.Ms. Marlene Horvath, Business Manager505 Cherry Valley Road • Princeton, NJ 08540 USA(609) 252-9026 • [email protected] heating system for diesel engines - the idling stop technology.

Unity Railway Supply Co., Inc.Mr. Robert S. Grandy, President805 Golf Lane • Bensenville, IL 60106 USA(630) 595-4560 • [email protected]: Brake Pins, Castings, Center Pins, Draft Lugs, Fasteners, Gauges, Grab Irons, Grinding Wheels, Ladders, Lockbolts, Loco. Filters, Lubricants, Outlet Gages, Release Rods, Rigging, Shipping Con-tainers, Uncoupling Levers & Brackets

USSC Seating LLCMr. Jim CollingwoodNat. Sales Manager & Locomotive Seating150 Gordon Drive • Exton, PA 19341 USA(610) [email protected] • www.usscseating.comDesigns & engineers durable and ergonomic seating for many types of vehicles that reduce day-to-day driver fatigue and stress. Founded in 1986 with 12 locations throughout the world.

Velociti Inc.Mr. Mark A. Aye, Division Manager1146 Booth Street • Kansas City, KS 66103 USA(913) [email protected] • www.velociti.comLocomotive heating and air conditioning repairs and service. Technology installations, wireless infrastruc-ture, data capture and tracking.

Visron Technical LLCMr. Joel Cummings, Vice President150 Lucus Gordon Drive, Suite 111West Henrietta, NY 14586 USA(585) 214-1625 • [email protected] contract and direct hire recruitment ser-vices for the locomotive and rail industry.

Voith Turbo Inc.Mr. Paul Barlow, Connection Technology Mngr.25 Winship Road • York, PA 17406 USA(717) 767-3200 • [email protected] supplier to the rail market offering drive-line solutions, gearboxes, final drives, transmissions, cooling systems & couplers.

W.E. Lott Co.Mr. Richard W. Olt, CFO and SVP1432 Isaac Beal Road / POB 628Bucyrus, OH 44820 USA • (859) [email protected] • www.welott.comManufactures castings, forgings, fabrications, machined parts, coal car, box car, tank car, and intermodal car parts.

Wabash NationalMr. Kenneth Combs, Director-Rail Products Group1000 Sagamore Pkwy South • Lafayette, IN 47905 USA(765) 771-5448 • [email protected] Products: roadrailer trailers, rail bogies, coupler mate bogies, freight car parts.

Wabtec CorporationMr. Jeff Stearns, VP Train Control Systems1001 Air Brake Avenue • Wilmerding, PA 15148 USA(412) [email protected] • www.wabtec.comGlobal provider of technology based products and services for the rail industry. Through its subsidiar-ies, Wabtec mfg products for locomotives, freight cars & passenger transit vehicles. Builds new switcher & commuter locomotives.See our ad on page 16

Western Reman IndustrialMr. Sean P. McGowan, General Manager588 West 7th Street • Peru, IN 46970 USA(765) 472-2002 • [email protected] Locomotive Parts

Western-Cullen-Hayes, Inc.Mr. Ronald L. McDaniel, President2700 West 36th Place • Chicago, IL 60632 USA(773) [email protected] • www.wch.comManufacturer of railroad safety signals and acces-sories, gate arms, railroad crossing signals, and industrial crossing warning systems.

Whiting CorporationMr. James D. ThompsonManager, Heavy Rail Equipment Sales26000 Whiting Way • Monee, IL 60449 USA(708) [email protected] manufacturer of drop tables, portable elec-tric jacks, turntables, transfer tables, car and body hoists, truck repair hoist, car progression systems, and overhead traveling cranes.

Williams-Hayward Protective Coatings Inc.Mr. Wayne E. Kurcz, Executive Vice President7425 West 59th Street • La Grange, IL 60525 USA(708) 458-0015 • [email protected] of water based, solvent based and powder coatings for the rail industry since 1920.

Wi-Tronix, LLCMr. Fred Cozzi, VP Sales & Marketing631 E Boughton Rd, Suite 240Bolingbrook, IL 60440 USA(630) [email protected] • www.wi-tronix.comRemote Monitoring, Wireless, GPS, Fuel Monitoring, ER Download, LDVR Integration

Workhorse Rail, LLCMr. Stan Cieslak, President4885-A McKnight Road, Suite 390Pittsburgh, PA 15237 USA(412) 318-4035 • [email protected] of Knuckles, Uncoupling Lever Systems, Cou-plers, Bridge Plates, Frame Keys, Wear Plates, Brake Pins, Bushings, Retainer Kits, Formed Parts, Box Car Parts

ZTR Control SystemsMr. Peter Trence, Account Manager8050 County Hwy 101 EastShakopee, MN 55379 USA(952) [email protected] • www.ztr.comLocomotive microprocessor control systems. Smart-Start - Engine Shutdown/Restart system; NEXSYS - Control System Upgrade; BOA - excitation /wheel slip control; InteLevel - electronic fuel gauge; Loco-motive engineering services/solutions


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