I have an issue currently with Rail Wear. I am trying to find any safety standard criteria on allowability on rail wear. For yard track at what point should the track be closed. Is it 25% cross section material loss or is there an inches of side rail ...

Christian, If it is going to be a couple of years, suggest waiting to purchase and install the turnouts until they are needed. Bruce. ------------------------------ Bruce Anderson Retired TranSystems (Ret) Houston TX -------------------- ...

Hi Jason, I used to know the people at RECO well, and their switch heating equipment. Been a while. They made a gas-fired hot air blower which would not be feasible for most of the switches due to clearance restrictions. Regards, Earl

Hi Earl, There are definitely challenges when installing heaters for freight versus transit projects. Have you tried reaching out to Railway Equipment Company (RECO) to see if they have any new heater products that suit your needs in GTA. Thanks ...

Christian - Been there, done that. Here's what I considered: Not stated - but possible relevant - are the likely track time 'windows' available for future installation of a complete turnout, and/ or the availability of space on the side to pre-fab ...