What is a railway rubber backing plate and its role in railway construction

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A railway rubber pad is a rectangular-shaped pad made of rubber that is installed underneath railway tracks. The main role of these pads is to reduce the impact of vibrations, which are caused by passing trains, on the rail system.

 

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Railway rubber pads also help to reduce noise levels that can be produced by train wheels when they travel on rails. In addition, the rubber pads provide a level of insulation, preventing the loss of heat from the railway tracks during cold weather conditions.

 

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Railway rubber pads are an essential component of railway construction. They provide cushioning vibration reduction, and noise insulation, which are all critical for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of trains. The composition, classification, and thickness of the railway rubber pad can vary depending on the intended application and the type of track system being used. It is important to choose the right type of pad to ensure optimal performance and safety in railway operations.

 

GNEE RAIL's rubber pad production attaches great importance to quality control and management. Our rail rubber pads are mainly made from these materials including natural rubber, synthetic rubber, styrene-butadiene rubber, chloroprene rubber, composite rubber, EVA, plastic, plastic, HDPE, high-density polyethylene and other materials. All rail rubber pads are processed according to drawings or samples. We have a full set of testing equipment to ensure the quality of all our rubber pads meet customer requirements.Send your special customization requirements to GNEE.

 

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Technical Parameter Unit Value
Stiffness KN 90-130
Hardness Shore A 72-80 degree
Electronic Resistance Ω ≥ 106
Tensile Strength before Aging Mpa ≥12.5
Elongation before Aging % ≥250

 

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