Railway Education Bureau

Reprinted by popular demand, this book is a valuable reference for road-masters, track supervisors, track foreman, surveyors and others involved in the planning and execution of track maintenance and construction work. Includes many fold-out diagrams.

Contents:

• General Tables, pp. 3–9
• Maintenance of Way Equipment Data (specific manufacturers), pp. 11–164
• Curves, pp. 165–185
• Rail, pp. 187–199
• Ties, pp. 201–204
• Ballast, pp. 205–215
• Other Track Material, pp. 217–223
• Turnouts and Crossovers, 225-297
• Sectional Index, pp. 299–301
• Softcover with metal fasteners, 301 pages, small format, 7.5 x 5.5 x 1.5 in
• B&W illustrations and text. Features: New Softcover Simmons-Boardman

Introduction to North American Railway Signaling covers the basics of signaling philosophy and techniques. This is the book to reach for if you need information pertaining to signaling systems used in the various rail transportation modes in North America: freight, main line Passenger Service, commuter, light rail, and heavy rail transit.

It presents the underlying principles behind modern day signaling practices for the many systems integrated together to keep railroads running safely and efficiently. This book details fundamental concepts necessary in the design of railway signaling systems and presents the appropriate equipment used throughout North America to make these systems work.

Where pertinent, mode specific effects on basic signaling principles and techniques are described. Introduction to North American Railway Signaling is ideal for signal designers and engineers; locomotive engineers; signal managers; operating supervisors and managers; or anyone wishing to learn more about the application of various signaling systems employed in today's railroads.

Contents Include: ' Railway Signaling ' The Elements of a Signal System ' Track Work ' Switches ' Wayside Signals ' Relays and Relay Logic ' Train Detection ' Block Signaling Interlocking ' Remote Control and Control Centers ' Cab Signals and Automatic Train Control ' Grade Crossings ' Defect Detectors ' Lightning and Surge Protection.

Simmons-Boardman Books, softcover, 224 pages, 8.25 x 10.75 in., B&W illustrations. Publisher: Simmons-Boardman Books

This is a railroad industry general reference textbook. This is not a model railroad signaling guide. This book is intended for use by railroad industry professionals but rail enthusiasts who want more information about railroad signalling by railroads in North America will find this interesting. Familiarity with electrical terms will be helpful.This is the book for you if you strive for railway signaling knowledge.

Your Guide to Railway Signals is an excellent guide for training signal personnel especially railway cross-function managers, supervisors, and support personnel. Signal personnel and management can use this book as an information packed off-the-shelf reference guide. High-quality graphics and diagrams have been used throughout.

Complies with all standards and commonly used practices.Includes chapters on Track Circuits, Basic Crossings, Gate Crossings, Microprocessor-Based Crossings, Switch Circuit Controller (SCC) and Electric Locks, Switch Machines, Relay-Based and Processor-Based CTC, and Testing Locking Circuits.

Contents:

• Definitions (railroad and electrical terminology), pp. 5–52
• Introduction to Signalling (explanation of terms such as derails, interlocking limits, etc.), pp. 53–86
• Track Circuits (coded DC track circuits
• AC-DC track circuits, ballast resistance, etc.), pp. 87–112
• Basic Crossings (lighting, bell, inspection frequency, etc.), pp. 113–150
• Gate Crossings (gate mechanism, control circuits, mechanical), pp. 151–186
• Microprocessor-Based Crossings (track and AC signals, overlapping crossings, relay vs. solid state, etc.) , pp. 187–216
• Switch Circuit Controller (SCC) and Electric Locks (physical description, wiring methods, electric switch lock), pp. 217–236
• Switch Machines (mechanical features, operation, cross-overs, etc.), pp. 237–274
• Centralized Traffic Control (CTC) - Relay Based, pp. 275–300
• Centralized Traffic Control (CTC) - Processor Based, pp. 301–336
• Testing Locking Circuits (approach locking, traffic locking, route locking, etc), pp. 337–360
• Index, pp. 361–370.Simmons-Boardman, softcover, 370 pages, standard portrait format 11 x 8.5 in
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A practical handbook of illustrated questions and answers that explains the what, why and how of railway signaling and train operation. It presents the overall purposes, advantages, and disadvantages of the various signaling systems in relation to train operation. Simmons-Boardman Books, softcover, 214 pages, 5.5 x 8.25 in.

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The Railway Labor Act is one of a kind. In fact, it is a common toast to suggest that one live long enough to understand the Railway Labor Act (RLA). Railroad journalist, economist, former rail regulator, and rail-labor expert Frank N. Wilner offers a straight-forward and very readable history, evolution, description, justification and critique of the RLA in this book.Understanding the Railway Labor Act is aimed at two audiences.

One is those seeking to learn more about rail labor history, the mechanics of rail labor law, and how railroads and their multiple unions bargain collectively under the RLA's provisions. The second intended audience is those familiar with the RLA, but seeking a reference work providing greater detail of the law's provisions and how they impact negotiations at the national and local levels.Included are separate chapters that discuss labor protection in the railroad industry, secondary boycotts, and the crew-consist dispute - how many crew members are required to operate freight and passenger trains, which, for decades, has flared, simmered and flared again.

Also explained and analyzed are interest-based bargaining, alternatives to the RLA, and congressional intervention in railroad labor disputes.Wilner, the author of four other educational books on railroad economics and regulation, includes hundreds of endnotes, which cite congressional action, court decisions and news accounts.

Railway Age magazine once described Wilner as the only individual who has viewed the railroad industry as a carrier official, a labor official, a regulator and a journalist.Included in the book are essays in defense of the Railway Labor Act, written by veteran practitioners: Former CSX chief labor negotiator Ken Peifer, United Transportation Union General Counsel Clint Miller, arbitrator Frank Quinn, and National Mediation Board member Harry Hoglander.

Also, Larry Kaufman, a former senior executive at the Association of American Railroads, Burlington Northern, and Southern Pacific, provides an introduction.

Contents:

• Preface
• Introduction
• Labor Law Takes Shape, pp. 1–6
• Organize!, pp. 7–24
• Can't We All Just Get Along?, pp. 25–40
• Federal Control of Railroads, pp. 41–52
• The Railway Labor Act of 1926, pp. 53–76
• Experience Under the RLA, pp. 77–84
• The Crew-Consist Controversy, pp. 85–112
• Job and Income Protection, pp. 113–136
• Secondary Boycotts, pp. 137–146
• Alternatives to the Railway Labor Act, pp. 147–162
• Siren Song of Merger, pp. 163–172
• Essays in Defense of the RLA, pp. 173–194
• End notes, pp. 195–264.Simmons-Boardman, softcover, 286 pages, small format 6 x 9, all text. Features: New Softcover Frank N. Wilner Simmons-Boardman

In the late 1880s, the railroad industry became conscious of the need for pooling their hard won knowledge and experience to produce the best possible set of operating rules, to be made available to all roads. Much of this knowledge had arisen out of accidents which had resulted from inadequate rules.

First published in 1904, the author was a Chief Dispatcher for the Western Pacific Railroad at Sacramento, California and a consultant to the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Enginemen. In this Fifth Edition, it has been the aim to set forth clearly the basic principles underlying the rules, and to show how the rules of various roads differ from the Standard Code and from each other.

Sections include: ' The Standard Code ' Operating Rules ' Block Signal Rules ' Interlocking Rules ' Signals and Their Use ' Superiority of Trains ' Train Movements ' Forms of Train Orders ' Centralized Traffic Control ' Special instructions to both Operators and Train Dispatchers Simmons-Boardman Books, softcover, 459 pages, 5 x 7.5 x 1 in., illustrations.

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Gain a deeper understanding of the evolution of railroad track technology. Dr. Kerr takes you on a journey spanning several centuries to explain how railway track has evolved into what it is today. This book presents the knowledge needed for rational design and maintenance of passenger, freight, and transit track. It will become a must-have tool for establishing modern and future track maintenance and safety standards.

Amply illustrated, this book includes drawings, charts, equations, and photographs depicting various concepts presented throughout. Learn How to:- Assess track response to thermal and train loads (including track buckling and track dynamics),
Analyze various track components using simple methods,
Show how ballast, subgrade, and rail properties contribute to the response and wear of track,
Solve practical railway engineering problems related to track design, construction, and maintenance.

Who this Book is for: Track Engineers, Roadmasters, Supervisors, Track inspectors, Track managers, Armed forces, Derailment investigators, Designers of track components and machinery, Federal and state departments of transportation, Engineering lecturers.

Hardcover, 392 pages, smaller vertical format, B&W illustrations and charts.

The most extensive work on freight car air brakes from the Railway Education Bureau.Learn about all the components found on freight car air brake systems in their newest addition to the Freight Car Maintenance Series.Each chapter provides the necessary information to help quickly inspect appropriate components and offers tips on adjustment and repairs.

Safety awareness is stressed at the end of each chapter to help create a "heads up" attitude on the shop floor.Includes information on products from many suppliers including WABCO, Ellcon-National, Thrall, Westinghouse, and TTX/Misner.Topics covered include:Hoses,Cocks,Brake shoes,Brake pipes,Fittings,Levers,Safety supports,End cocks,Reservoirs,Control valves,Auxiliary brake pipe reduction devices,Retaining valves,Truck mounted brake systems,Plus more.Softcover, 188 pages, large format, B&W illustrations.

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The Railway Educational Bureau, spiral bound, 140 pages, 6 x 9 x.5 in., B&W illustrations.

Have you ever wondered about the history and development of the diesel engine' Do you need an easy-to-understand book, showing the workings of the diesel engine' This book is a must for anyone needing to understand the following: - Two-stroke and four-stroke engine cycles - Engine construction and timing - Fuel injection, air induction, lubricating oil, and engine cooling systems - How to calculate diesel engine power - Principles of ignition and combustion of fuel - And much more!

Contents:

• Ch. 1: History and Development of the Diesel, pp. 1–10
• Ch. 2: Mechanical Power, pp. 11–14
• Ch. 3: Comparing Four-Stroke-Cycle and Two-Stroke-Cycle Engines, pp. 15–28
• Ch. 4: Forces in the Engine Cylinder, pp. 29–34
• Ch. 5: Production of Power, pp. 35–36
• Ch. 6: Calculating Diesel Engine Power, pp. 37–42
• Ch. 7: Comparing Different Engines, pp. 43–50
• Ch. 8: Engine Construction, pp. 51–56
• Ch. 9: Engine Timing, pp. 57–68
• Ch. 10: Principles of Ignition and Combustion of Fuel Within the Engine Cylinder, pp. 69–76
• Ch. 11: Fuel Injection Systems, pp. 77–84
• Ch. 12: Air Induction Systems, pp. 85–96
• Ch. 13: Lubricating Oil Systems, pp. 97–102
• Ch. 14: Engine Cooling Systems, pp. 103–106
• Ch. 15: Speed Control, 107-112
• Glossary, pp. 113–131. Publisher: Simmons-Boardman Books

History does repeat itself. In his latest work, Fazio connects the dots for today's operational officers by outlining the relevance of modern challenges to those faced by our forefathers of operational design.

Many of these issues are brought to life by exploring examples learned from mitigating various issues and tactics used when the NYCTA assumed control of the BMT and IRT lines. The author's work includes reviews of papers and analyses by operational experts of the early twentieth century such as William Parsons, Frank Sprague, Fred Lavis, and Bion Arnold.

The book concludes with a series of historical case studies that are directly pertinent to modern design and operations, including Hudson-Bergan Light Rail's Bayonne Flyer and "three roads," BART operations, and the Washington METRO's capacity challenges.

It includes graphical analysis, technical drawings, and suggestions for further reading on critical topics. Simmons-Boardman, 136 pages, standard vertical format, Color photographs and illustrations.

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Simmons-Boardman, softcover, 32 pages, 11 x 8.5, B&W illustrations and text.

For only being a 32-page book, there is a lot of information on railroad wheels presented. Keep your cars rolling with The Basics of Railroad Wheels, 2nd Edition. It provides a solid foundation of wheels and a discussion of basic inspection techniques.

The first portion of the book presents the history of the wheel, a synopsis of the AAR's role with the design and engineering of today's wheels, a quick glimpse of the two main manufacturing methods used on modern wheels, and an introductory study of AAR wheel classes and their respective service life.

The later section of the book will help with identifying wheels and performing basic inspection techniques for railroad wheels.

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Advanced Principles of Track Maintenance takes your crewmembers to the next level. They'll benefit from a comprehensive presentation of FRA Track Safety Standards as well as an introduction to track inspection.

Rail defects and material management are also covered. This book was previously only available as part of an exclusive correspondence training course offered by the Railway Educational Bureau. It is published in a three-ring binder.

This book covers:
Rail Replacement,
Cutting,
Welding and Grinding,
Turnouts and Special Track Work,
Track Construction,
Railroad-Highway Grade Crossings,
Track Material Management and Security,
Maintaining and Operating,
Work Equipment,
Vegetation Control,
Rail Defects,
Track Inspection,
FRA Track Safety Standards,
Derailment Work.

Three-ring binder format.

The basic fundamental facts about steam locomotive theory and operation are presented in a straight forward manner. The book contains certain fundamental facts regarding locomotive theory and operation. It attempts to teach an understanding of the formulas used in steam locomotive operation. If you are restoring a steam locomotive or interested in the Steam Era, this is a outstanding book to have in your library.

Originally published in 1942, this book has helped thousands of railroaders with questions about steam locomotives. The author, Ralph P. Johnson, M.E., Chief Engineer for the Baldwin Locomotive Works, has meticulously collected the information in this book from several sources and presented them in a concise manner.

It covers practically every technical issue related to steam locomotives including a discourse on types of fuels, evaporation, tractive force, tonnage rating, acceleration, calculating the feasible economic life of steam locomotives, and much, much more. Chapters: 1. Locomotive Classification, pp. 1–4; 2.

Locomotive Fuels, pp. 5–20; 3. Combustion, pp. 21–33; 4. Front Ends (Nozzles, Stacks, etc.), pp. 34–49; 5. Locomotive Cinders, pp. 50–56; 6. Water and Boiler Use, pp. 57–75; 7. Evaporation, pp. 76–119; 8. Superheat, pp. 120–126; 9. Steam Utilization, pp. 127–136; 10. Tractive Force, pp. 137–171; 11. Horsepower, pp.

172–179; 12. Resistance, pp. 180–209; 13. Tonnage Rating, pp. 210–217 ; 14. Curves, pp. 218–238; 15. Valve Gears and Valve Setting, pp. 239–251; 16. Counterbalancing, pp. 252–279; 17. Acceleration, pp. 280–287; 18. Torque Diagrams, pp. 288–294; 19. Distribution of Locomotive Weight, pp. 295–317; 20. Braking, pp.

318–343; 21. Locomotive Testing, pp. 344–392; 22. Dynamometer Cars, pp. 393–404; 23. High Speed Trains, pp. 405–418; 24. Streamlined and Lightweight Trains, pp. 419–435; 25. Motive Power for High Speed Service, pp. 436–456; 26. Motive Power for Switching Service, pp. 457–477; 27. The Relation of Locomotive Operating Expense to Net Operating Income, pp.

478–491; 28. Locomotive Repair Costs, pp. 492–520; 29. Economic Life, pp. 521–540; Appendix A: Locomotive Testing Apparatus, pp. 541–546; Appendix B: Derivation of Economic Life Formula, pp. 547–553; Appendix C: Typical Locomotive Dimensions, pp. 555; Index, pp. 556–564. Simmons-Boardman Books, softcover, 564 pages, 6 x 9.5 x 2 in., B&W illustrations.

This enhanced and expanded Third Edition of the Dictionary of Railway Track Terms is a compendium of definitions that relate to the foundation of railway transportation the track. Many new definitions and illustrations make this book a handy reference for those involved with, or interested in, the fascinating world of railway track.

In this book, there are descriptions and explanations for over 1500 track terms from antiquated, forgotten slang to today's jargon. Railway track has seen many changes throughout the years and those changes continue today as track engineering becomes more sophisticated in order to meet tomorrows increasing demands.

Simmons-Boardman Books, softcover, spiral bound, 252 pages, 6 x 8.5 x .5 in., B&W illustrations. Publisher: Simmons-Boardman Books

The fifth edition of The Railroad: What It Is, What it Does is even more valuable than before. Inside you'll find a comprehensive look at how today's railroads function from equipment to procedures and marketing to maintenance. . This book is ideal for novices and experts alike. The easy to read narrative presents a brief history of railroading from the coal fed 'iron horses' that helped build a nation to the latest generation of EPA compliant locomotives.

You'll also find current information on new technologies such as ECP brakes and computer assisted transportation systems. The following list provides a brief explanation of what you'll find in each chapter:. Railroad Technology, The Tools of the Trade: A look at some basic principles behind rail transportation.

A Hypothetical Railroad: A composite example of a typical railroad is employed to explain railroading concepts throughout the text. The Track: Alignment and Structure: Major track components and engineering issues are addressed. The Locomotive: An informative look at today's modern, high tech locomotives.

The Railroad Car: The essential components found on a typical freight car including, bearings, wheels, suspension systems and more. The Train Putting it all together: couplers, draft systems, braking systems and more working together. Signals and Communication: A look at the technology that keeps a railroad running safely and smoothly including signaling systems, traffic control systems, advanced train control system and more.

Railroad Operation Moving From Here to There: A behind the scenes look at moving freight through the system and an introduction to the concept of interchange. Car Types, Commodities, and Car loadings: An introduction to the highest Volume commodities and the cars best suited to move them. Car Ownership and Distribution A detailed look at rules pertaining to car owners and how cars move within the general railroad system.

Terminal Operations: Where the first and last steps in a rail movement take place. Classification and Blocking: How railcars are assembled into trains to reach their destination. Line Haul Operations: An introduction to how trains are moved from point to point. Unit Train Operations: How a train comprising of a single commodity, such as coal, is moved.

Intermodal Traffic: How freight is moved in trailers and containers on two or more modes of transportation. Special Freight and Package Services Moving less than carload and express package shipments by rail. Rail Passenger Services: An overview of transit, commuter, intercity, and high speed rail, including Amtrak.

The Railroad Organization: Corporate structure and finance in today's railroads. Administration, Law, Accounting: An introduction to top issues such as human resources, public relations, real estate and insurance, and forecasting. Labor Relations and The Railway Labor Act: The role of organized labor and what the Railway Labor Act means to the rail industry.

Business Development and Marketing: A close look at business development from the viewpoint of freight railroads and customers. Operations: Statistics and issues important to the operations department. Transportation: The people who actually run the railroad, from supervisors to train and engine personnel.

The Engineering and Mechanical Departments: How the departments that are responsible for cars, locomotives, buildings, track, roadway, and structures are organized. Simmons-Boardman Books, softcover, 406 pages, 6 x 9 x 1 in., B&W illustrations, tables, glossary.

Spiral bound, 204 pages, 5.5 x 7 x.5 in., B&W illustrations and text.

Contents include: Alternators, Generators, Traction Motors, Switches, Fans, Receptacles, Batteries, Tests, and more.

If you really want to get into diesel-electric technology, this is the book for you. Traction control, slug units, de-rated locomotives, fuel tenders, braking systems, head-end power, the superiority of AC traction motors, it's all here to understand. This is far more interesting than just comparing a diesel-electric locomotives' exterior details.

Walter Simpson, an energy professional who led a nationally recognized campus energy conservation program credited with over $100 million in savings, has had a lifelong interest in railroads. With the assistance of many locomotive and other technical experts, he has applied his energy expertise to diesel-electric locomotives - producing this ground-breaking, comprehensive volume.

This beautifully illustrated, information-packed book, written by an energy expert, allows you to look under the hood of the most modern diesel-electric locomotives through an energy and environment lens. Here you can learn about: How every energy-related component of a contemporary diesel-electric locomotive works, including the diesel engine, alternator, rectifiers, inverters, traction motors, braking systems, auxiliaries, head-end power systems, and aerodynamics.

Locomotive fuel economy technologies and the energy efficiency performance measures kept confidential by the railroad industry. Locomotive Tier 4 emissions regulations, compliance technologies, and their impact on fuel economy. Meeting railroad environmental challenges with alternative fuels and locomotive motive power options.

Contents:

• Introducing the Diesel-Electric Locomotive, pp. 1–20
• How Diesel-Electric Locomotive Systems Work, pp. 21–86
• Diesel-Electric Locomotive Fuel Economy and Energy Efficiency, pp. 87–104
• Energy Efficient Diesel-Electric Locomotive Operation, pp. 105–122
• EPA Emissions Standards
• Tier 4 Locomotives and Energy Impact, pp. 123–134
• Future Directions for Diesel-Electric Locomotives, pp. 135–178
• Railroad Environmental Sustainability, pp. 179–186
• Acronyms and Abbreviations, pp. 187–190
• Selected Sources and Recommended Reading, pp. 191–196
• About the Author, pp. 197–198
• Notes, pp. 199–220
• Index, pp. 221–230.

  Softcover, 220 pages, 10 x 8.5 in., color photographs and graphs.

Learn the definitions of railroad equipment, equipment components, and general railroad terms. A guide to those words most commonly used in the railroad industry for car and locomotive purposes. Cross referenced and pocket-sized for convenience.Simmons-Boardman, softcover, 158 pages, small portrait format, 9 x 6 in., all text, no diagrams.

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Simmons-Boardman, softcover, 105 pages, standard small format 9 x 6 in., black text.

This book is exactly what the titles states, a glossary of the majority of the technical terms used in the railway carman's trade. Terms defined include car components, air brake system components and so on.

Cross referenced and pocket sized.

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This historical book covers steam locomotive maintenance, from theories of combustion and firing to valves and valve gears, this volume revives the mechanics and operations of the by-gone steam locomotive. Richly illustrated and large print make this a valuable addition to any collection.

Contents:

• Practical Locomotive Firing, pp. 7–30
• Combustion and Firing, pp. 31–48
• Locomotive Boilers, pp. 49–88
• Lifting Injectors, pp. 89–110
• The Locomotive, pp. 111–150
• Locomotive Valves, pp. 151–180
• The Walschaert Valve Gear, pp. 181–206
• The Baker Valve Gear, pp. 207–234
• The Young Valve Gear, pp. 235–266
• Correct Valve Setting, pp. 267–292
• Locomotive Superheaters, pp. 293–333.Simmons-Boardman, hardcover, 333 pages, small format 6 x 9 in
• B&W illustrations with text. Features: New Hardcover D. C. Buell Simmons-Boardman

As a career railroader, this book truly gives the basic foundation for being a safe trainman. Safe work practices can never be over-emphasized.This updated book is a reference for new employees to learn the basics of being a Brakeman or Switchman quickly. Updated as of 2008, with input from the BNSF Railway, this book reflects modern safety practices.Outlined are the basic responsibilities of brakemen and switchmen by keeping safety in the forefront of their duties.

It is an excellent training guide for new employees.

Contents:

• Introduction (general responsibilities, apparel, awareness), pp. 3–11
• Railroad Engines and Cars (diagrams of components, car types), pp. 12–20
• Communications (radio, hand/lantern, fusees, whistle/horn signals), pp. 21–28
• Getting On and Off Equipment, pp. 29–36
• Track Switches (components, lining, derails), pp. 37–46
• Coupling and Uncoupling Equipment, pp. 47–53
• Air Hoses, pp. 54–61
• Air Brakes and Hand Brakes, pp. 62–72
• Additional Information (more safety information), pp. 73–82.Simmons-Boardman, 82 pages, spiral bound, 8.5 x 4.5 in. format, many diagrams supplemented by text. Features: New Spiral Bound Simmons-Boardman Simmons-Boardman

Spiral bound, heavy paper, 116 pages, 5 x 7 in., 60+ B&W illustrations and descriptive text.

This easy-to-follow guide has been designed as a job aid for mechanical department staff performing locomotive mechanical scheduled maintenance work on General Motors SD and GP locomotives.

The book is arranged to present a bottom to top inspection order. Starting at the wheels, it carries on through the bottom inspection of trucks, underframe, and air dryer. The top inspection begins with truck center plate lubrication, completes work on the engine, filter maintenance, exhaust system, carbody and finishes with the running work and air brake test.

Contents:
Wheel Defects and Gauging, pp. 7–21,
Truck Component Defects, pp. 22–29,
Truck Assemblies, pp. 30–40,
Underframe, pp. 41–62,
Air Dryer Inspection, pp. 63–65,
Truck Center Plate Lubrication, p. 66,
Engine Checks, pp. 67–69,
Filter Maintenance, pp. 70–83,
Exhaust System, pp. 84–86,
Engine Room Checks, pp. 87–93,
Car Body, pp. 94–98,
Running Work, pp. 99–109,
Air Brake Test, pp. 110–114.

This is an industry reference guide for accepted practices and new products, though published more than 30 years ago, it still has useful information regarding the construction and maintenance of railroad track and right-of-way. The book includes advertisements by equipment and service providers.Designed for the reader to obtain a comprehensive background of accepted practices of railroad track.

The book covers design, construction, maintenance and inspection of railroad track in North America. The information has been arranged to facilitate the reader's search for specific material. The 37 chapters are organized into cohesive, inter-related sections. Cross-references in text are made from other chapters where appropriate.Compiled and edited in cooperation with the Association of American Railroads and the American Railway Engineers Association Advisory Committee.

Contents:

• Introduction, pp. 3–6
• Index of Advertiseres, pp. 7–10
• Roadway, pp. 11–92
• Ballast, pp. 93–118
• Ties, pp. 119–150
• Rail, pp. 151–216
• Fasteners, pp. 217–248
• Special Trackwork, pp. 249–292
• Equipment, pp. 293–328
• Track Renewal, pp. 329–348
• General (Geometry Cars
• Transit Track
• Snow and Ice Removal
• Research
• Safety), pp. 349–398
• Glossary, pp. 399–428
• Buyer's Guide
• Advertisers, pp. 429–450
• Track Contractor's Directory, pp. 451–459.Simmons-Boardman, hardcover, 459 pages, standard 8 x 10 portrait format, printed on heavy stock paper.Features: New Hardcover various authors Simmons-Boardman

Now in its Tenth Edition, the Single Car Air Brake Test Procedures manual contains flowcharts depicting the procedures for the current Code of Air Brake System Tests for Freight Equipment: Standard S-486 effective August 8, 2018. The book is divided into two sections: Test Procedure Flowcharts and Job Aids.

The Test Procedures Flowchart section is derived from the current S-486. It contains test information as well as a troubleshooting guide. The Job Aid section contains additional inspection, adjustment and testing information for the components found on a freight car. The Job Aids were derived from procedures supplied by product manufacturers along with additional AAR rules and was designed to offer that extra bit of guidance when you just might need it most.

Softcover, 172 pages, vertical format for pockets, B&W illustrations.

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Softcover, 30 pages, 8.

5 x 11 in., text, a few B&W illustrations, glossary.

Contents:

• Overview and Approach
• Freight Patterns, pg. 1
• Today's General Service, pg. 2-3
• Rates
• Contracts, pp. 4–6
• Equipment
• General
• Railroad
• Private, pp. 7–9
• How to Ship by Rail
• Choose a Railroad
• Contact the Railroad
• Get a Contract, pg. 10
• Get the Best Contract Rate
• Route a Railcar
• Order a Railcar
• Load a Railcar, pp. 11–14
• Reduce Loss and Damage
• Ship a Railcar
• Trace a Railcar, pp. 15–16
• Pay Freight Bills
• Locate your Business on Rail, pp. 16–17
• Transloading
• Intermodal
• Dimensional Loads, pp. 18–19
• Miscellaneous, pp. 19–21
• Summary
• Appendices
• Glossary
• Request a Rate formpp. 21–26.List of Tips, what page to find them on. Features: New paperback Douglas G. Cheaney Simmons-Boardman 2009

Originally published in 1925, this book breaks down the basics of American locomotives into 200 different topics ranging from the physics of motion to the operation of individual parts, including their construction and operation. Graphically illustrated to provide further description. This is a real how to book.

Simmons-Boardman, softcover, 291 pages, 4.5 x 7.5 in., B&W illustrations. Publisher: Simmons-Boardman Books

Here's diagrams, data, and rules which apply to rail car hand brakes.Contains the specific sections of the Interchange Rules, Code of Federal Regulations for Railroad Safety Appliance Standards and the AAR Open Top Loading Rules which pertain to handbrakes.

Contents:

• Introduction
• History
• Brake Terms, pp. 1–4
• Hand Brake Illustrations, pp. 5–20
• Safety Tips, pp. 21–23
• AAR Interchange Rules, pp. 24–40
• AAR Open Top Loading Rules, pp. 41–42
• Code of Federal Regulations, pp. 43–56.Simmons-Boardman, paperback, 60 pages, standard small format 8.5 x 5.5 in., diagrams, tables, text. Features: New Paperback Simmons-Boardman

Spiral bound, 88 pages, 8.5 x 11 in., B&W illustrations.This book is based on the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, Part 215, and AAR Manuals applicable to trainyard inspections i.e. Rules of Interchange and the loading of freight cars. It includes the general areas an inspector should be considering when inspecting a car.

Visual pictures of wheel defects; an explanation of the defect; gages used in measuring wheel defects, with pictures showing their application, provides a good basis for wheel inspection. What to look for when inspecting roller bearings, axles, couplers, side frames and bolsters is also discussed. Various types of hitches with a list of their inspection points are shown.

Brake systems and bad order tags are included. Safety is emphasized throughout the manual as a proper part of the job.

Contents:

• Introduction, pp. 1–2
• Freight Car Inspector Guidelines, pp. 3–6
• Basic Wheel Geometrics, pp. 7–14
• Defects of the Suspension System, pp. 15–24
• Defective Axles, pp. 25–32
• Defective Truck
• Side Frame and Springs, pp. 33–38
• Defective Carbodies, pp. 39–46
• Bad Order Cards, pp. 47–50
• Open-Top Loads (TOFC/COFC), pp. 51–60
• Air Brake System, pp. 61–66
• Safety Inspection, pp. 67–70
• Air Brake System, pp. 71–72
• Glossary, pp. 73–75. Features: New Softcover Simmons-Boardman

Rising fuel prices are affecting all industries, but the railroads have been hard hit. Dr. Paul Rhine's book, Fuel Saving Techniques for Railroads, is full of tips, practices, and procedures aimed at helping your line become as energy efficient as possible.

Just a few of the topics covered include:
drawbar force,
tractive effort,
train drag,
locomotive power needs,
track and equipment engineering,
plus tips on how to make up the most efficient train.

Some basic formulas are included in a notes section to help your controllers put together the most efficient train possible.

Simmons-Boardman Books, softcover, 174 pages, 6 x 9 x .5 in., B&W illustrations.

Softcover, 43 pages, 6 x 9 in. B&W Illustrations.

Includes an 12 x 24 in. detail chart of a balanced compound locomotive (2-6-2 Prairie, no tender) with over 200 labeled parts. This is a basic description of construction and operation of the steam locomotive in layman terms.

Guide to Freight Car Trucks is an in-depth look at freight car truck maintenance covering some of today's most commonly used trucks. You'll get a comprehensive overview of AAR-approved maintenance procedures to help your shop keep this vital component operating safely and efficiently. It's ideal for mechanical maintenance personnel, foremen or others responsible for servicing and maintaining freight car trucks.

Contents:

• History of the Freight Car Truck
• Wheels
• Axles
• Plain Bearing Trucks
• Roller Bearings
• Roller Bearing Adapters
• Barber Side Frame
• ASF Ride Control Side Frame
• National C-1 Side Frame
• Barber S2 Bolster
• ASF Ride Control Bolster
• National C-1 Truck Bolster
• National Super C-1 Wedgelock Bolster
• National Super C-1 Wedgelock Side Frame
• Main Load Coil Springs
• Side Springs and Friction Castings
• Body Centre Plates
• Side Bearings
• Centre Plate Extension Pads
• Frame Brace Truck
• National Swing Motion Truck
• National Unitruck II
• Barber Swing Motion Caboose Truck
• Buckeye XC-R Truck.

   

• Softcover, 328 pages, large format, B&W illustrations.

Softcover, 18 pages, 11 x 8.5 in., B&W illustrations and text.This book discusses parts of freight car brake rigging with accompanying diagrams. Includes trouble-shooting checklists. Features: New Softcover Simmons-Boardman Simmons-Boardman