As a major supplier of traction systems, ABB works with most of the leading rolling stock manufacturers and offers complete portfolio of traction solutions from a few 100 kW to more than 7 MW and for all types of locomotives (e.g. passenger, freight, shunting), power heads, and distributed propulsion systems.
Benefits of comprehensive traction system responsibility
- Single partner for the entire traction system
- Optimization of component dimensions and interfaces
- Fast commissioning and homologation
- TCMS integration and system optimization
- Higher total energy efficiency and reduced life cycle cost
We also support freight operators throughout the whole life cycle of the traction system, i.e. in the areas of service, maintenance, upgrades, and retrofit projects.