PASSENGERS
MOVING PEOPLE
SAFELY AND SUSTAINABLY
The transport sector is responsible for one-fourth of global CO2 emissions from fuel combustion and with the International Transport Forum predictions that passenger mobility may increase by 200-300% by 2050, changes in transportation are inevitable to achieve net-zero goal globally. Passenger rail is not only one of the most electrified modes of transport today, but it is well matched to move large numbers of people easily.
Rail passenger transportation accounts for 50% of all GLOBAL rail activity, yet it only represents 2% of total transport energy demand.
At Lucchini RS we’re proud to contribute to the passenger railway industry and make sustainable mobility mainstream. Our product design, material innovation, engineering, lean manufacturing, and AI-powered services are guided by ADDING VALUE to people, environment and railway industry.
UNMATCHED ADVANTAGES
FOR OUR PARTNERS, PEOPLE AND ENVIRONMENT
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High product performance and quality
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Lower energy requirements
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Higher safety standards
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Noise emission improvements
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Sustainability
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One-stop-shop philosophy
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WHEELS THAT KEEP THE WORLD ON TRACK
IRONCLAD SUPPLY RESILIENCE
The strength of Lucchini Rs Group lies in its integrated production cycle: from steel casting to the assembly of finished components. This gives the company an advantage in:
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Full product traceability
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Material and product customization
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Production flexibility
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Shorter lead time
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Advantage of having a single source of supply
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End-to-end quality control
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Buffer stock to prevent shortages of unexpected consumption or planning
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Steel mill and hot works
Production site
Commercial branch office
Wheelset maintenance center
Gearbox maintenance center
Bogie maintenance center
TOGETHER WE MOVE PEOPLE SAFELY
MASS OPTIMIZATION
Wheelset eco-friendly design optimization allows Lucchini RS to minimize the mass, helping to make trains lighter and more energy efficient.
UNMATCHED CUSTOMIZATION OF WHEEL DESIGN, MATERIAL & COATING
We provide a complete range of proprietary steel grades with specific features, improving wheels performance and properties. Our range of products also includes the Molybdenum coating on axle seats to prevent damages during wheel unfitting.
BEST PROTECTION FROM CORROSION AND IMPACT
Lurshell®, the anti-impact shell for axles, protects by conventional anti-corrosion coating, while Lursak® solution protects against damage from ballast impacts.
TOTAL WHEELSET CARE
Lucchini RS “One-Stop Philosophy” helps OEMs and passenger rail operators reduce maintenance stops. Our supply chain resiliency, worldwide presence, local expert teams and innovative technologies allow us to offer turnkey solutions and guarantee the best support, condition based maintenance services and stock availability.
SERIOUS ABOUT SERVING
All of the necessary maintenance steps can be included from the start, to cover the entire life of the wheelset.
Our AI-powered Smartset® Diagnostic solutions allow OEMs and train operators to identify the suitable NDT inspection intervals based on the unique characteristics of the service condition, bringing down maintenance stoppages.
Our scientific algorithms monitoring wheel wear profiles identifies the best reprofiling intervals.
CONDITION BASED MAINTENANCE
By transforming real-time data from critical components like wheelsets into actionable insights, our SMARTSET® solutions help operators optimize asset performance, reduce downtime, and extend lifecycle value. A data-driven approach that enhances reliability and strengthens competitiveness.
Powered by Starcrack algorithm, SMARTSET® Load intelligent sensor, installed on the axle, continuously monitors wheelset load spectra and calculates the optimal service NDT inspection intervals.
SMARTSET® Vibe intelligent sensors, installed on the wheelset axle-boxes, measure and process the wheelset vibration in real time, allowing any potential defect in the components to be detected early.
Bring down maintenance shutdowns and costs while improving safety, optimizing the whole fleet availability.
Schedule inspections and maintenance activities only when they are necessary and identify damages at the initial stage.
Customized reprofiling plan by letting AI scientifically identify the best interval for reprofiling.
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NOISE REDUCTION
Our noise-reduction solutions from the Syope® family are designed to significantly reduce wheel noise emissions, thereby limiting the impact of noise pollution on people and ecosystems. All Lucchini RS wheels are compliant with EN13979 and assessed by STARDAMP software to predict the wheel noise emission.
SUSTAINABILITY FOR A BETTER FUTURE
Our Factory is situated in the heart of Italy, surrounded by mountains and blue waters of the Lago d’Iseo. Every day we are reminded of the pristine beauty and fragility of nature and of our responsibility to protect it for the future generations. Driven by the goal to reduce our carbon footprint, we’ve developed a GREEN ID. Green ID is the innovative solution to provide the real carbon footprint of our products “from cradle to cradle”. Through a science-based tool that meets international recognised standard, Lucchini RS is able to monitor, quantify, report the emissions actually associated with its products. Putting the real CO2 impact of our products and components in numbers easy to understand allows us to act upon our choices, adjust and accelerate environmental initiatives, playing a concrete role to protect and save our environment.
WHERE WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Caravaggio
Lucchini RS has been at the customer’s side supporting the entire process of the design stage for the Hitachi Rail “Caravaggio” fleet, developing the most effective solutions that fits properly with the project requirements.
