Casram is proud to introduce its new line of Railway Earthing Devices (Ground Return Units), designed to meet the growing demands for reliability, safety, and sustainability in high-speed, regional, and urban railway applications.
Backed by more than 30 years of industry expertise and Swiss Made, Casram delivers an innovative solution that combines advanced technology, recyclable materials, and more competitive costs compared to current market solutions.
Why Choose Casram Railway Earthing Devices?
- High-speed and vibration tested: engineered for the most demanding railway environments.
- Sustainable and recyclable materials: designed with circular economy principles.
- Modular design: easy installation, fast disassembly, and full compatibility with standard interfaces.
- Quick carbon brush replacement: minimizes downtime and increases fleet availability.
- Extended service intervals: lower lifecycle costs for operators.
- More competitive than current solutions: outstanding Swiss quality at the best price-performance ratio.
Key Technical Specifications
- Product family: Flex EcoGround – Railway Earthing Devices
- Rated current: up to 600 A (max 900 A)
- Contact resistance: 5–20 m? (EN 50153)
- Carbon brush lifetime: up to 2 million km
- Protection class: IP69K (EN 60529), EN45545-2 R23-HL3 (fire protection)
- Vibration resistance: EN 61373, Cat. 2
- Weight: < 3 kg
- Materials: recyclable and high-performance
Railway Applications
The new Casram Ground Return Units are suitable for a wide range of railway segments:
- High-speed trains
- Regional transport
- Urban and metro systems
Thanks to their robust design, extended durability, and more competitive cost compared to traditional solutions, Casram devices provide a reliable, safe, and cost-efficient choice for both rolling stock manufacturers and railway operators.
Casram: Swiss Quality Since 1952
Every device is designed and manufactured in Switzerland, combining precision engineering with a long-standing commitment to innovation and sustainability.
? Learn more about the new Casram Railway Earthing Devices and contact us for detailed technical information or a tailored quotation.
