Keeping Rail Networks Moving
More Time on Track. Less Time in Maintenance.
Rail operators are under increasing pressure to reduce maintenance intervention, improve asset life and minimise operational disruption across the wheel rail interface.
RS Clare delivers advanced friction management solutions that reduce wear, lower maintenance demands and improve reliability across metro, freight, passenger and heavy haul networks worldwide.
Meet RS Clare at InnoTrans 2026
- Reduce wheel and rail wear across high-demand rail networks
- Lower maintenance intervention and improve operational reliability
- Improve friction management performance across trackside, onboard and stick systems
- Reduce curve squeal, lubrication waste and lifecycle costs
- Proven across metro, freight, passenger and heavy haul applications globally
Meet RS Clare at InnoTrans 2026 to explore how advanced friction management solutions are helping rail operators, infrastructure managers and OEMs improve wheel rail interface performance in real operating conditions.
From trackside lubrication systems and top of rail friction modifiers through to onboard and wheel flange lubrication solutions, RS Clare supports rail networks globally with solutions designed to reduce wear, lower maintenance demands and improve long-term operational performance.
Visit the RS Clare team to discuss current wheel rail interface challenges, explore real-world case studies and see how friction management performance can support more reliable and efficient rail operations.
The Pressure on Modern Rail Networks
What We're Bringing to InnoTrans
RS Clare will be showcasing a complete range of friction management solutions designed to reduce wear, lower maintenance and improve operational performance across the wheel rail interface.
Our offering is built around three core solution areas:
1. Railway Trackside Equipment
Reliable, efficient lubricant delivery where it’s needed most.
- Up to 50% lower grease consumption
- Reduced maintenance intervention
- Improved system reliability
- Reduced blockage and pump failures
- Trusted performance in extreme conditions
2. Rail Lubricants &
Friction Management
High performance lubricants that reduce wear, noise and operational disruption.
- Significant reduction in wheel & rail wear
- 25–35dB noise reduction in trials
- Improved rail life and friction control
- Reduced wheel rail forces
- Proven performance across all rail sectors
3. Wheel Flange
Stick Lubrication
Long lasting, low maintenance protection for wheel flanges.
- 40% lower stick consumption
- 15,000–40,000km operational life
- Reduced replenishment frequency
- Improved wheel protection
- Lower waste and lifecycle cost
Global Operation Results
A freight operator managing more than 3,700km of track in extreme Northern Territory conditions required a friction management solution capable of maintaining performance in temperatures exceeding 40°C.
Results
- Reduced wheel rail friction
- Reduced maintenance intervention
- Improved pumpability
- Reduced lubricant separation and blockage issues
- Improved all-season performance consistency
A North American freight operator managing more than 20,000 miles of rail infrastructure required a more consistent friction management approach across varying climates and operating conditions.
Results
- 75% reduction in average curve flange wear rate
- 4x increase in rail life
- Reduced wayside intervention
- Improved all-season application consistency
A metro operator experiencing severe curve squeal and rail noise required an onboard lubrication solution capable of reducing operational noise and maintenance burden.
Results
- 25–35dB reduction in operational noise
- 35% extension in lubrication intervals
- Reduced trackside mobilisation
- Improved environmental performance