Miner Friction Cushioning System for EOC
Miner FCS® System
Innovative New End-of-Car Friction Cushioning System
Many railcars are inadequately protected by hydraulic cushioning units. Energy is not efficiently managed, and short life cycles lead to costly maintenance, not only for the hydraulic units but also for the assets they were supposed to protect.
Miner' Friction Cushioning System improves operations, protects assets, and reduces costs. It provides car owners and operators with a far greater return on their investment.
Using Miner's proven draft gear technology, the Miner FCS® provides greater slack management, increased draft protection and better control over run-in and run-out events. This results in significant reductions in train consist restrictions, fewer unplanned service interruptions, and improved operations throughout the network.
The Miner FCS is a straightforward application on box, refrigerated box, coil, bulkhead, centerbeam and general service flat cars that provides years of reliable service.
Introduced in 2018, almost 10,000 railcars in service are equipped with Miner FCS with a combined 400 million miles traveled. The Miner FCS leverages Miner's unmatched innovation and experience with draft gear systems to protect assets, reduce costs, and improve operations. Best of all it provides car owners and operators the peace of mind that comes with maximum protection.
