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Machine Portfolio

Machines for Wheelset Machining: pioneers, trendsetters and world market leaders

In the field of railroad technology, HEGENSCHEIDT was and is a pioneer and trendsetter in the development, manufacture and supply of machinery and systems for wheelsets and has become a world market leader in this field. For many decades, HEGENSCHEIDT has dedicated its activities to the design and development of wheelset turning machines. Since 1950 alone, HEGENSCHEIDT has installed more than 3,000 wheelset turning machines all over the world. In addition to underfloor wheelset lathes, these include overfloor machines in flatbed and portal design as well as universal wheelset lathes. The production program also includes presses for the assembly and disassembly of wheelsets and an automatic diagnostic system for measuring the wheelset condition during overrun operation.

Underfloor Wheelset Lathes

Above-Floor Portal Wheelset Lathes

Mobile Above-floor Wheelset Lathe