The rail industry requires brakes that are reliable and safe in order to keep trains running consistently while controlling costs. That’s because brake components deal with a lot; from extreme temperatures and weather conditions, pressure from the weight of the rail cars to the exposure of contaminants. Altogether, this makes brake components prone to corrosion. To help parts last longer, many rail manufacturers, maintenance teams, and suppliers turn to electroless nickel plating. Electroless nickel plating for rail braking components delivers long-lasting, dependable corrosion protection.
What is Electroless Nickel Plating for Rail Braking Components?
Electroless nickel plating creates an even, consistent metal layer over the braking components. This type of solution is a perfect choice for tight areas, hard to see areas, and complex shapes that can be challenging to reach. Electroless nickel plating creates a uniform coverage especially for the challenged rail industry for braking parts, where a uniform finish matters for optimal performance.
Why is Electroless Nickel Plating the Best Solution for Rail Brakes?
Electroless nickel plating is durable, long-lasting, and wears evenly, which makes it the ‘go to’ solution for rail brake components that experience constant friction during its use. Because the finish is smooth, it helps brake parts operate efficiently and reduces the likelihood of premature wear.
Experience and Skill are What You Find at ENCHRO Plating
When searching for a company that has the experience and skilled technicians, EN-CHRO Plating is ready to help. EN-CHRO Plating focuses on high-stress industries like rail, making sure rail brake components are electroless nickel plated ready to meet tough performance standards the industry demands. Each step of the process is carefully controlled and inspected in order to ensure smooth operation so parts don’t fail prematurely.
Corrosion-related failures in rail brake components pose safety risks and operational downtime which increase maintenance costs, and unexpected equipment replacements. Due to the dependability on brake components, electroless nickel plating works to prevent failures and instead improve long-term performance.
Count on nickel plating for rail components to align well with your company’s sustainability practices and asset-management initiatives across the rail industry. Rail car operators now have the option to lower material consumption and minimize waste. Be sure to visit our sustainability page to learn more.
EN-CHRO Plating Brings the Heat!
En-Chro Plating provides high-phosphorus (10% or higher) and medium-phosphorus (5%–9%) baths, along with gas-fired walk-in ovens and heat treatment or baking processes to improve coating adhesion and hardness. All of our processes meet FDA regulations for the food and medical device industries.
To learn how we can apply electroless nickel plating to rail braking components, contact us today at quotes@enchro.com or call us at (708) 450-1250.