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Cutting edge flashbutt solutions from RW Equipment

by Ray Chan
July 23, 2023
in Engineering, Industry Infrastructure, Plant, Machinery & Equipment, Products & Technology, Rail industry news (Australia, New Zealand), Track Construction
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RW Equipment & Consulting Australasia is fast gaining a reputation as a high-level specialist in flashbutt welding equipment and services for the rail sector throughout the region.  

The original equipment manufacturer – whose parent company is based in the US – boasts products manufactured by engineers with more than 50 years of combined experience, trained at the EO Paton Institute in the Ukraine and who have served some of the best international companies in the industry.  

This experience is utilised to create quality products that surpass expectation, including container welders, excavator welders, fixed plant welders and more, available in various configurations. 

Backed by more than 50 combined years of experience, the executive leadership of parent company RW Equipment & Consulting LLC has worked with some of the highest profile private and public firms around the world, focusing on safety, quality, and customer requirements.  

For example, its engineers have extensive experience working with the Paton group of companies, including EO Paton (Hong Kong) Limited, the Paton Welding Institute in the Ukraine, and EO Paton International Holding in Canada. 

As RW Equipment & Consulting Australasia (RWECA) technical advisor Matthew Reilly tells Rail Express, the business – with its head office located in Western Australia – is proud to be a leader in technological advancements within the rail welding industry.  

“Our focus is on delivering innovative and cutting-edge solutions that consistently meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency,” he said.  

The company’s capabilities include: 

  • Manufacturing and assembly:  

It specialises in the manufacturing and assembly of mobile flashbutt welders in various configurations, ensuring strict adherence to specifications and the highest quality standards. 

Its expertise allows it to provide customised solutions tailored to specific project requirements.

  • Installation and maintenance:  

RWECA excels in the installation and maintenance of welding equipment at customer sites.
Its skilled technicians ensure the proper functioning and optimal performance of the equipment, guaranteeing seamless operations and minimising downtime. 

  • Process qualification:  

With in-depth knowledge and experience, the company actively assists in the qualification of the flashbutt welding process.
Its team conducts rigorous tests, analyses data, and provides recommendations for process improvements, ensuring the highest levels of quality and efficiency.

  • Continuous improvement:  

RWECA is committed to continuous improvement and proactively identify areas for enhancement in the flashbutt welding process.

Through close collaboration with the engineering team, it implements innovative solutions that drive efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness. 

Reilly said that by partnering with RWECA, customers also have the opportunity to contribute to the advancement of rail infrastructure through the cutting-edge welding technology.  

“We value innovation, professionalism, and a passion for excellence in all aspects of our work. Our goal is to forge lasting partnerships and provide unparalleled expertise that enables your projects to succeed,” he said. 

He said the company was guaranteed to have what its customers needed.  

“Our range of ancillary support equipment also includes weld head stands, heavy duty A frames, weld crates and attachment cradles,” he said.  

“With a vast array of metallurgical knowledge, our engineers will ensure machines are capable of producing quality results and products every time.” 

Reilly said the company went above and beyond to source the quality materials to manufacture all spare parts.  

“As we control the entire process from design through to manufacture, customers can be assured that our products are of the highest standard and have all passed our rigorous testing procedure,” he said.  

 

The RW50 can be mounted to a track machine and used for in-track welding.

 

THE PRODUCTS  

  • RW20 container welder 

The RW20 is a self-contained, ready-for-service rail welding system. It is perfect for mass production of rail string in shop (static) condition or in track welding. 

  • RW30 and RW50 container welder 

These containerised welder are also self-contained, ready-for-service, rail welding systems which can be used for production welding of long welded rail in a static arrangement, or alternatively mounted to a track machine and used for in-track welding for either track maintenance, or full renewal including destress capability. 

  • RW1000 stationary flashbutt welding plant model   

The RW1000 is designed for high pace, mass production welding under stationary conditions, with flash removing immediately after welding.  

It is also available in a containerised option which makes it easy for mobilisation and set up even in remote areas.
 

Read more in the July issue of Rail Express.

 

 

 

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