Rails

European rails are steel girders with a special section.
As a rule, rails are mounted on sleepers or other types of supports. The main purpose of the rails is to form a track for mobile transport.

Rail beams are characterized by:

• reliability of materials;
• cost-effectiveness during installation;
• high performance.

The rails are made from carbon steel. These products are characterized by increased stability and durability. Manganese in the alloy gives the material strength and toughness. The addition of silicon provides wear resistance. Arsenic in small amounts contributes to a higher toughness of the product. Zirconium, vanadium and titanium act as auxiliary elements to improve the structure of the steel. According to European standards, the rails undergo heat treatment - the product head is hardened or the rail is completely hardened in water. This significantly improves the physical and mechanical properties of the steel rail.

Material requirements:

• uniformity;
• lack of voids in the product;
• exclusion of external inclusions.

The rail consists of:

• heads;
• neck;
• soles.

When choosing a rail, it is recommended to consider the following conditions:

• appointment;
• shape;
• the size;
• manufacturing method;
• place and method of installation;
• traffic density of the way;
• speed of mobile transport;
• axial impact.

Assortment and dimensions of European rails

Rail types:

• lungs - S;
• crane - A, CR, MRS;
• grooved - R, E.

Characteristics and dimensions of light rails

Light rails are designed specifically for light rail transport, which is characterized by:

• relatively small dimensions;
• relatively insignificant carrying capacity;
• lower message speed.

Light rails are designed for urban modes of transport, such as: regular and high-speed trams, railways that move within the city. The field of application of light rails is related to their shape and properties, which determines the rails as a suitable option for the formation of paths of short length, as well as as guides. This type of rails is lighter and more flexible than grooved and crane rails, and is characterized by a wide base. The flexibility of the rails and, at the same time, their stability allow the trains to move as gently as possible along the track. In addition, narrow-gauge rails have sound-absorbing properties.

Installation of light rails is carried out by welding the rails and using fasteners.

The dimensions of the S rail are determined by the height from 65 to 154 mm, the width of the head from 25 to 67 mm, the width of the base - 50–125 mm, and the thickness of the neck - 5–44 mm. The minimum weight of a European rail is 6.75 kg / m.

The steel rails S are regulated by the DIN 5901 standard.
Varieties and properties of grooved rails

Grooved rails are metal blocks with structural features in the form of a groove and a sponge, as well as wide soles. At the same time, the thickness of the neck of the rail beam is 2 times less than its head. Such a structure allows the use of grooved rails in an urban environment without hindrance, since they are easily built into the roadway, being located at the same level with it. That ensures unhindered crossing of paths by all road users. It is also important that the installation system of grooved rails has remained unchanged since the start of their production. This reduces the risks of rail installation and reduces the subsequent technical inconvenience.

Grooved rails, in comparison with analogs for railway tracks, are made from softer steel grades. This is due to the fact that grooved beams are used to form a track with a smaller radius than a railway one. They are most often used for the construction of tram lines of any type. Rails are laid using sleeper technology.

R-grade grooved rails are regulated by the EN 14811 standard, among their standard sizes are such types as 51R1 (Ri52), 59R2 (Ri59N), 60R1 (Ri60), 57R1 (Rh37), 67R1 (Rh37a) and others.
Class E rails are standardized by EN 13674-1, in their assortment the following list of types: 49E1 (S49), 50E6 (U50), 54E1 (UIC54). These rails belong to the development of Vignole with weights from 46 kg / m.

Properties and applications of crane rails
Crane rails are one of the most demanded types of rail systems. Their main purpose is to form a steel frame along which a bridge-type crane with suspension mechanisms transporting goods moves. Crane rails act as guiding elements, while also ensuring safe crane movement.

Depending on the type of assembly and shape, cranes are:

• suspended;
• portal;
• supporting.

More often, crane rails are used for support and suspension systems. For cranes with double flange wheels, rails with convex or flat head and wide base are suitable. Such a rail structure ensures an even distribution of loads over the entire track area.

Depending on the type of crane, the rails can be installed in 2 ways:

• welded when installing lighter crane;
• be installed using welded clamping fasteners for support and girder cranes.

Types of crane rails:

• A;
• MRS;
• CR.

Crane rails of the A series are distinguished by a lower product height, wide base and increased neck thickness, which provides a stable center of gravity of the rail, resistance to side loads. Rail sizes range from A45 to A150, where the numeric value corresponds to the width of the rail head in mm. The minimum rail weight of this type is 22.1 kg / m. series A is regulated by DIN 536.

Parameters of CR crane rails are determined by ASTM 759. Rail head width - 63.5-109.22 mm; sole width - 127–152.4 mm; neck thickness - 23.81–38.1 mm; rail height - 127–154.4 mm; the minimum weight of the product is determined as 51.59 kg / m.

The MRS line is outwardly analogous to the CR rail. They are characterized by more elongated and thickened journals, due to which the resistance of the rail to bending increases. Size range MRS: h = 102–180 mm, b = 63.5–120 mm, p = 127–180 mm, t = 23.81–40 mm. Product weight - from 51.59 kg / m. Crane rails MRS are most often used as one of the main components of cranes that are used in factories and warehouses.

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