Results for tag: "Track Gauge"

Track gauge is the distance between the two rails of a railway track. It is measured between the inner faces of the two load-bearing rails. The standard gauge of 4 feet 8.5 inches is the most widely used in the world, and is the standard gauge for most of the world's railways. Other gauges are used in some countries, such as the 5 feet 6 inches gauge used in India and the 3 feet 6 inches gauge used in Japan. The track gauge market is a subset of the rail industry, and is composed of companies that manufacture and supply track gauge components. These components include rails, sleepers, fastenings, and other related products. Companies in the track gauge market also provide services such as installation, maintenance, and repair. Some companies in the track gauge market include Alstom, Bombardier, Siemens, CRRC, and Knorr-Bremse. Show Less Read more