L.B. Foster | PROTECTOR®
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Our PROTECTOR application systems set the industry standard in field proven performance and reliability. PROTECTOR systems are designed to accurately apply either gauge face grease or KELTRACK®, friction modifiers.
Benefits of friction management include:
- Extended rail and wheel life
- Improved fuel economy
- Reduced derailment potential (wheel climb)
- Avoidance of rolling contact fatigue (RCF)
- Reduction or mitigation of rail corrugation growth
- Reduced lateral forces
- Reduction of squeal and flanging noise
- Better ride quality or improved steering