Wheel Rail Seminars

?? Registration is Open for the 30th Anniversary of the Wheel Rail Interaction (WRI) Conference - WRI 2025 Heavy Haul! We're excited to announce that registration is now open for WRI 2025 Heavy Haul, taking place in Kansas City, June 10-12, 2025. This milestone event promises to be a game-changer, bringing together industry experts, engineers, and innovators to discuss the latest advancements in heavy haul rail technology and the future of wheel-rail interaction. ?? Why Attend? Cutting-edge insights from top industry leaders Networking with professionals from around the globe A deep dive into the latest research and trends in heavy haul rail ?? Early Bird Rates Available! ?? Take advantage of special early-bird pricing for a limited time. Secure your spot today and save! ?? Register now: https://lnkd.in/gYquPG84 Let’s make the 30th anniversary of WRI an unforgettable experience. We look forward to seeing you in Kansas City! #WRI2025 #HeavyHaul #WheelRailInteraction #RailIndustry #EngineeringConference #KansasCity #EarlyBirdRegistration #RailTech #Innovation

At the 2024 Wheel/Rail Interaction Conference, Brad Kerchof, Senior Track Engineer at Advanced Rail Management Corporation | Global Rail North America and former Director of Research & Tests at Norfolk Southern, presented a deep dive into the June 2019 derailment at the Great Dismal Swamp. The derailment of Norfolk Southern’s Unit Coal Train 820 raised questions about the true cause. While the official investigation pointed to a “broken rail of unknown origin,” Kerchof's analysis suggests a?Vertical Split Head (VSH)?defect in the south rail was likely responsible, overlooked by initial reports. Key takeaways from his analysis: Ultrasonic Testing?revealed signals pointing to a potential internal rail defect, not a surface issue. Wheel Impact?showed marks consistent with a broken rail strike, providing further evidence of rail failure. Track Geometry Data?and other investigative tools hinted at a deeper flaw in the rail. Kerchof’s presentation challenges conventional derailment analysis and highlights how leveraging advanced measurement technologies can lead to more accurate conclusions. Read the full article by Interface Journal here: https://lnkd.in/gYCWqGmd

The TTC Conference & Tour continues to grow--are you in?? Sponsorships for #TTC25 are open, and we've already secured a growing list of sponsors (to be announced soon!). ?? Increased visibility year over year = bigger opportunities for sponsors. Whether you're looking for a tabletop display, an on-track equipment showcase, or high-visibility branding without a booth, there's a sponsorship for you! Don't miss your chance to be part of the industry's premier rail technology event. Learn more about the 3rd Annual TTC Conference & Tour and download the full sponsorship proposal at www.ttc-conference.com. #rail #technology #event #networking #MOW Acacia Reber, MBA ENSCO, Inc. Wheel Rail Seminars U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Railroad Administration Erica Koenig

?? Announcing the speakers for the Principles Course of WRI 2025 Heavy Haul Conference! ?? We’re thrilled to introduce the expert speakers for the Principles of Wheel/Rail Interaction Course at the upcoming WRI 2025 Heavy Haul Conference in Kansas City, MO, June 10-12, 2025! This revamped course will bring a practical focus to wheel/rail and vehicle/track interaction, offering valuable insights into the real-world challenges faced by the rail industry. The course will feature: ?? A case study analysis of an actual wheel/rail interaction derailment. ?? Coverage of core topics like track, vehicle suspension systems, damage mechanisms, and measurement systems. ?? A deep dive into the theory vs. field application, bridging the gap between classroom concepts and real-life scenarios. ?? An overview of approaches to mitigate derailments and enhance future rail safety. ?? Register HERE: https://lnkd.in/gj2VAkQe Stay tuned for more details as we continue to share the amazing lineup of industry leaders who will lead these important discussions . #RailIndustry #HeavyHaul2025 #WheelRailInteraction #RailSafety #WRI2025 #EngineeringExcellence #TrackAndVehicle #WRI #WRI2025 #WRI25 #WRI25HH #HH #HeavyHaul #PrinciplesofWheelRailInteraction #Nurail #UniversityofIllinois

Thank you for including me in your Rail event Wheel Rail Seminars! It’s no secret that I’m extremely passionate about the impact of a caring and accountable culture. When leadership inspires behaviours that progress innovation and celebrate employees who bring their authentic self to work every day, there’s a new level of success; always striving for operational excellence and exceeding client expectations. Personal and financial growth are significant. I work with a team of outstanding leaders at WSP in Canada - who live this and I’m excited to see our progress in 2025. Marie-Claude Dumas #wearewsp WSP

In her keynote at WRI 2024, Corina Moore, EVP of Transportation & Infrastructure at WSP in Canada, shared her remarkable journey of transforming Ontario Northland from a financially troubled, outdated organization to a thriving, data-driven, and customer-centric leader in the railway industry. From 2010 to 2022, Corina drove cultural and operational change, emphasizing the importance of questioning the status quo, fostering inclusivity, and embracing innovation. Her approach to leadership and change management—focused on collaboration, continuous improvement, and diversity—transformed Ontario Northland’s workforce and significantly boosted performance. Corina’s insights underscore that successful cultural change in any industry requires both leadership commitment and a willingness to engage all levels of the organization,?an effort she's carrying forward at WSP. Read the full article by Interface Journal here:?https://lnkd.in/g9Jn-ZHM #Leadership #Innovation #ChangeManagement #DiversityInclusion #RailwayIndustry #WRI #CorinaMoore

Had a great time at the North American Maintenance Railway Club CPKC Night last night! Great to see familiar faces and talk about Wheel Rail Seminars' WRI 2025 Conferences this year! REMSA North American Maintenance Railway Club CPKC Brandon Koenig Gordon Bachinsky Mike Couse #WRI #WRI25 #wheelrailinteraction #rail #railindustry

?? Celebrating 30 Years of the Wheel Rail Interaction Conference (WRI) ???? This year marks an incredible milestone—30 years of the Wheel Rail Interaction Conference! ?? What started as a simple idea to bring together those who work on the track and those who work on the wheel has evolved into a vibrant, global community. WRI has become the premier platform for fostering collaboration among engineers, innovators, government leaders, educators, and industry professionals. Over the years, we’ve seen countless discussions, breakthroughs, and innovations that have shaped the future of rail. From its humble beginnings, WRI has grown into a key event that helps the rail industry thrive. We’re proud to have created a space where these diverse groups come together to exchange ideas and work toward solutions that improve safety, efficiency, and sustainability in rail systems around the world. Looking ahead, we are excited to continue the tradition and celebrate this incredible 30-year journey at WRI 2025: WRI Heavy Haul in Kansas City, June 10-12 ?? WRI Rail Transit in Seattle, August 26-28 ?? These two events promise to bring together experts, thought leaders, and trailblazers in both heavy haul and rail transit sectors. We’re thrilled to continue driving progress and collaboration in the industry, and we can’t wait to see everyone there! ?? Registration is open for WRI Heavy Haul: https://lnkd.in/gYquPG84 Here’s to 30 years of collaboration, innovation, and making rail better, and to the exciting future ahead! ?? Thank you to our Presenting Sponsors Mass Transit magazine and Railway Track & Structures. #WRI2025 #RailInnovation #RailIndustry #WheelRailInteraction #WRI30Years #EngineeringExcellence #HeavyHaul #RailTransit #CollaborationInRail

See you TONIGHT in Kansas City! The Supplier Showcase starts at 4 pm before the North American Maintenance Railway Club CPKC Night. We're ready for you to network and find out more about our great exhibitors: Ballast Tools Equipment, Boss Industries, LLC, Delta Railroad Services, HiRail, Industry-Railway Suppliers, Inc., Maestranzi Corporation, Miller Ingenuity, MOW Equipment Solutions, Inc., National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS), Nord-Lock Group, Piper Networks, RELAM, Inc., SEKISUI CHEMICAL, The Willamette Valley Company LLC, Vulcan Materials Company, Wheel Rail Seminars

We’re here at the National Railroad Construction & Maintenance Association (NRC) and REMSA Exhibition! Stop by Booth 717 to learn about the Wheel Rail Interaction Conference! #NRC #REMSA #wheelrailinteraction #wheelrailseminars #WRI #WRI25 #rail