Welcome to the forefront of transportation innovation with Greenbrier. Our commitment to solving diverse customer needs has led us to develop groundbreaking railcar products that transform the industry. Whether you’re shipping high-profile vehicles, large cargo or need durable boxcar doors, we have a solution tailored for you. By understanding and addressing your specific transportation challenges, we provide targeted solutions that help you overcome obstacles and achieve your goals efficiently.
Double Efficiency & Double Efficiency & Sustainability
Rail Industry Challenges
Uni-level auto racks can be less efficient and struggle to meet current OEM and market demands.
Greenbrier’s Solution
Our Multi-Max Plus™ addresses these needs by doubling capacity, reducing GHG emissions and improving efficiency through advanced aerodynamics and a patented door design.
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Innovative solution for large cargo
Rail Industry Challenges
Transporting extremely large and unwieldy products presents notable complexities, including limited load options and potential equipment failures.
Greenbrier’s Solution
Our Tilt Flatcar™ addresses these needs, collaborating with the AAR and railroads for proper testing and approvals. This flatcar features a unique tilting mechanism and a durable screw jack design that ensures reliability and avoids hydraulic or pneumatic issues. Its tent structure provides rigidity without a traditional bulkhead, delivering exceptional strength and efficiency for transporting wide plates up to 14'-3".
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Peter Jones
SVP Product Development & International Engineering
The Greenbrier Companies
Strengthening boxcar doors
Rail Industry Challenges
Boxcar doors are a common weak point, often suffering from damage that results in significant downtime and maintenance costs. This frequent wear not only impacts the boxcar’s durability but also disrupts service operations.
Greenbrier’s Solution
Our Titan Series Doors™ address these issues by incorporating advanced high-strength steel, which is twice as strong as traditional doors and reduces lifetime repair costs by 55%. With options available in ultra-high-strength steel, Titan Series Doors™ are designed to endure the harshest conditions, ensuring greater reliability and minimizing service interruptions.
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Lighter and stronger
Rail Industry Challenges
Mill gondolas are often subjected to heavy wear and tear, resulting in frequent damage and maintenance issues. This not only affects their durability but also limits their cargo capacity and increases operational costs.
Greenbrier’s Solution
Our Ultra-High-Strength Gondola™ addresses these needs by being lighter yet stronger, featuring a unique steel formula and tub design that reduces unloaded weight by up to 15,000 pounds and boosts load capacity by up to 15%. Developed in collaboration with Norfolk Southern, this gondola is engineered to withstand rigorous service demands, minimizing downtime and enhancing overall efficiency.
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Josef Kaufer
Director Fleet & Capacity Planning
Norfolk Southern Corporation
