How to maintain railway equipment in cold seasons

Among all means of transportation, trains are very popular. The safe operation of trains cannot be separated from the guarantee of railway equipment. So how should we maintain railway equipment in the cold season?

The weather is cold and dry in winter, and railway equipment is easily affected by humidity and moisture and causes rust. Therefore, keeping railway equipment dry is the key to winter maintenance. Specific measures include:
Regularly check the sealing performance of railway equipment to ensure that no water or moisture enters;
Check whether there are water droplets or frost on the surface of the equipment before use, and clean it in time;
The place where railway equipment is stored should be kept dry and avoid contact with water sources.

Winter is a period of high incidence of railway equipment failures, and regular inspections can detect and solve potential problems in time. Specific inspection contents include:
Check the appearance of railway equipment for damage or deformation, such as rails, switches, rail bolts, etc.;
Check the electrical performance of railway equipment, such as wires, cables, electrical components, etc.;
Check the mechanical properties of railway equipment, such as bearings, gears, chains, etc.;
Lubricate and maintain railway equipment to ensure proper operation.

When the weather is cold in winter, impurities such as dust and bird droppings tend to accumulate on the surface of railway equipment. These impurities will affect the service life and safety of the equipment. Therefore, timely cleaning is an important part of winter maintenance. Specific measures include:
Regularly clean the surface of railway equipment, especially snow and bird droppings;
When cleaning, be careful not to damage the surface of the equipment and avoid using sharp tools;
Some parts that are prone to dust accumulation, such as bearings, gears, etc., should be disassembled and cleaned regularly.