Rail Express

A visit to… Pandrol

ADMIT IT: most of us know what a Pandrol clip is and, in particular, what it looks like. But after that we probably know relatively little. The classic shaped clip (see History of a clip, above right) is just one of a large range of track-related products and is being overtaken by newer designs (branded Fastclip) that are quicker/easier to install. Pandrol, which is owned by parent company Delachaux Group, headquartered in Paris, claims to have 60% of global market share in the rail fastening market.

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from Rail Express

Rail Express3 min read
Metro-Cammell Pullman Back In Action
A Metro-Cammell Pullman coach last used on the main line as a Departmental vehicle more than 40 years ago has returned to service as part of the Royal Scotsman set. No. 316, formerly named Magpie, has been rebuilt by Assenta Rail at EG Steele’s Hamil
Rail Express5 min read
Any Takers For Mk.3 EMUs?
AT THE TIME the large fleet of BR Mk.3 power door EMUs was decimated by the introduction of new trains on the enlarged Thames Link network and Anglia Main Line, modellers interested in the EMUs remained frustrated by the lack of manufacturer support.
Rail Express2 min read
0 To 60! Just How Nimble Are Today’s Locos And Units, And What’s The Quickest Off The Mark?
FOLLOWING the unexpected discovery of third-rail Class 777s being the quickest UK trains to reach 60mph (RE335) it has been my intention to track down sets rumoured to out-perform even those remarkable Merseyrail 0-60mph in 31 seconds achievements. I

Related