3M Rail Technology & Manufacturing Solutions
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Rail technology to help you increase productivity
From abrasives that cut and finish surfaces quicker, smoother and easier, to paint shop solutions that reduce material usage, clean-up and waste, 3M solutions can help make your rolling stock manufacturing, maintenance and refurbishment processes faster, cleaner and ultimately, more cost-effective.
Download our Railway Brochure: Improving rail stock manufacturing processes (PDF, 726KB)
Check how to improve energy efficiency in modern rail
Our lightweighting solutions include industrial tapes and adhesives which remove the need for heavy mechanical fixings, while our solar window films help to reduce heat gain and energy costs which can help you design and build for modern rail.
Download our Railway Brochure: Helping save energy with lightweight solutions (PDF, 768KB)
Technology for prolonged asset life
From infrastructure such as bridges, stations and gantries, to rolling stock and its components, 3M™ Scotchkote™ liquid coatings help provide long-lasting corrosion protection and finishing, while also helping to minimise downtime.
Download our Railway Brochure: Better maintenance efficiency means less downtime (PDF, 726KB)
Passenger experience solutions
Our vinyl films and anti-graffiti solutions help keep trains looking smart, while our noise insulation technologies help make journeys quieter.
Download our Railway Brochure: Putting the ‘wow’ into the passenger experience (PDF, 5.9MB)
Safety for railway workers
Our range of comfortable, carefully designed personal protective equipment (PPE) provides workers with the most effective protection available, with products that they feel good about wearing.
Download our Railway Brochure: Protecting staff and passengers (PDF, 857KB)
Railway Technologies and Services. Let us support you.
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Need help finding the right 3M product for your rail project? Contact us if you need product, technical or application advice or want to collaborate with a 3M technical specialist.
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Find 3M products that meet the EN 45545-2 standard and get your flame, smoke and toxicity (FST) report now.
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Train travel has never been so popular. Investment in rolling stock has never been at higher levels. Today’s train designs are lighter, faster, more aerodynamic and energy-efficient than ever before.
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3M is running a series of Rail Industry webinars. We have a dedicated team of experts all ready to share their knowledge of various rail topics.
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3M and Houghton Case Study
CONNECT WITH US TO RECEIVE THIS CASE STUDYLearn how 3M industrial tapes helped boost productivity by up to 10% for a leading rail engineering company.
- Read more about the engineering process
- Learn how 3M products deliver productivity and quality
- Connect with us to see how we can work together on your project
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3M and Bombardier Case Study
CONNECT WITH US TO RECEIVE THIS CASE STUDYLearn how 3M helps to deliver safety and productivity for Bombardier.
- Read more about the whole train refurbishment process
- Learn how 3M could help Bombardier with their safety and health focus such as reduction of hand-arm vibration for their rail engineers
- Connect with us to see how we can work together on your project
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Occupational safety pays off measurably
CONNECT WITH US TO RECEIVE THIS CASE STUDYThe Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) should enable a safe and efficient work environment.
- Read more about the engineering process and how the 3M blower breathing protection system can be used
- Learn how 3M products deliver health and safety solutions
- Connect with us to see how we can work together on your project
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A sustainability edge for Transport for Wales trains
CONNECT WITH US TO RECEIVE THIS CASE STUDYTransport for Wales was looking for a more sustainable vinyl solution and long-lasting protection.
- Read more about the Transport for Wales project and how they accomplished a sustainable solution
- Learn how 3M products deliver quality and sustainability
- Connect with us to see how we can work together on your project
Railway Construction
From train design to delivery, 3M can help tackle your toughest application challenges, from expanding design flexibility to improving product performance and optimising manufacturing efficiencies.
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3M can help speed up the assembly process which can lower overall manufacturing costs. We have the solution for all bonding needs as well as a huge range of rail applications.
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Every day, transportation design engineers and managers are discovering that 3M™ Industrial Adhesives and Tapes offer outstanding performance, improved appearance, reduced material and production costs as well as improved durability.
Graphics Train Design for the Future Train of tomorrow.
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Check out the 3M Graphics Solutions for Modern Rail Designs
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See how 3M can help meet your sustainability and design goals by using 3M™ Wrap Films.
This video shows the ease of installation, reduction of cabin temperature through the use of window films, and the flexibility of design options using graphic films.
Download Edge Sealing of 3M™ Graphics for Rail Applications Brochure (PDF, 251KB)
Download our 3M™ Diamond Grade™ Rail Car Markings Brochure (PDF, 2.8MB)
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Worker and Passenger Safety for Modern Rail.
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Watch our video on 3M's DBI SALA Flexiguard EMU System, which features a lightweight design that allows the device to be moved around easily on site, using just a pallet jack or forklift.
It provides a portable overhead anchor point which maximises flexibility and mobility, and is easily adjustable, without compromising on safety.
Introducing the 3M™ DBI-SALA® Flexiguard™ Modular Jib System (PDF, 3.3MB)
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Contact us if you need product, technical or application advice or want to collaborate with a 3M technical specialist.
3M Maintenance, Repair and Operations
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Industrial Adhesive and Tapes AdvisorBased on decades of experience supporting professionals across industries, the MRO Everyday Essentials range from 3M includes more than 100 products, packaged to make them easier to buy, use and track.
Including everything required for general-purpose cleaning, repair and maintenance, masking and protection, bonding and sealing, packaging and more.
Everyday Essentials from 3M are a convenient single source for most MRO adhesive and tape requirements.
Find quickly the optimal product with our Adhesives and Tapes Selector Tool
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