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    Are Transit Operators Ready to Look Beyond the Mag-Stripe?

    Dec. 20, 2011
    As issuing banks in the United States consider how to migrate from magnetic stripe card to EMV, it’s important to consider the lessons learned from similar projects. “EMV” comes...
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    GPS Monitoring Keeps Buses on Track

    Dec. 20, 2011
    With today’s increased fuel costs and tight budgets at all governmental levels, bus companies are under pressure to perform with fewer resources. Luckily, technology is making...
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    Railway Trends from Western Europe to North America

    Dec. 19, 2011
    Consumer behavior and advances in technology in other parts of the world indicate potential successful passenger rail service growth in the United States.
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    Protecting Your Vehicles from Corrosion

    Dec. 19, 2011
    Proper washing can control corrosion caused by road salts.
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    “President Obama has called on us to invest in transportation systems that are built to last. This important opportunity represents a win-win scenario for both workers and the traveling public by helping to create manufacturing jobs and support passenger rail.” - Secretary Ray LaHood
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    Creating 21st Century Transportation

    Dec. 19, 2011
    While at the U.S. Department of Transportation I was chatting with some DOT staff members while waiting for my interview with the department's 16th Secretary of Transportation...

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    INIT Innovations In Transportation, Inc.

    Dec. 17, 2019
    For more than 35 years, INIT has been assisting transit companies in making public transport more attractive, faster and more efficient.
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    REI

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    REI® engineers, manufactures and services innovative, customizable transportation electronics. An all-in-one provider, we focus on products/solutions that enhance safety, entertainment...
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    Crane Payment Innovations

    Feb. 23, 2015
    Crane Payment Innovations (CPI) offers a range of bill and coin validators, hoppers, and recyclers developed for Ticket Vending Machines (TVMs).
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    Genfare

    Feb. 17, 2015
    Genfare elevates public transit by building mobility solutions that simplify the rider experience, empower equity, and connect communities.
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    CycleSafe Inc.

    Feb. 10, 2015
    Innovative bicycle parking products that promote active transportation and contribute to LEED certification with installations worldwide for over 35 years. Built with materials...
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    Conductix-Wampfler

    Aug. 30, 2013
    Global supplier of aluminum/stainless steel conductor rail systems for 3rd rail metros, APMs, monorails. Experienced engineering services for electric rail components and stinger...
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    Railroad Signals, PTC, Control Systems and Products

    Western-Cullen-Hayes Inc.

    Aug. 26, 2013
    Products including: flashing light signals, both incandescent and LED, the Model 3590 series crossing gates, mechanical and electronic bells, industrial-grade crossing and derail...
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    Mektech Composites Inc.

    Aug. 20, 2013
    User-friendly phenolic resins that are processed just like polyesters to produce lightweight (no fillers) composites with excellent fire/smoke properties.
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    Nord-Lock, Inc. / Superbolt, Inc.

    Aug. 15, 2013
    Nord-Lock’s unique combination of innovative bolting products and expertise include wedge-locking technology and Superbolt tensioners. We look forward to being your partner in...
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    Young Touchstone

    July 30, 2013
    Design and manufacture of custom, inte­grated bus cooling systems that include radiator, change-air cooler and oil cooler in one ready-to-install package.
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    EnerSys

    Nov. 7, 2012
    EnerSys is the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We complement our extensive line of motive power, reserve power, aerospace/defense and specialty...
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    Bombardier Transportation

    Nov. 5, 2012
    Bombardier Transportation, a global leader in rail technology, offers the broadest portfolio of rail solutions in the industry, ranging from trains to sub-systems, signaling, ...
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    Xerox

    Nov. 2, 2012
    Xerox provides configurable, customer-focused fare collection, CAD/AVL and ITS solutions for public transit clients worldwide, improving productivity, situational awareness, and...
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    Covestro

    Oct. 30, 2012
    Covestro LLC is a global leader in polycarbonate sheet extrusion. The Massachusetts plant manufactures high optic and critical performance products for the rail market. Makrolon...
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    3M

    Oct. 30, 2012
    3M™ Scotchgard™ Multi-Layer Protective Film allows you to reduce replacement costs, save time refreshing surfaces, and maintain a positive image by quickly removing graffiti.
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    Scheidt & Bachmann USA, Inc.

    Oct. 29, 2012
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    LECIP INC.

    Oct. 26, 2012
    LECIP Inc. located in Bensenville, IL, supplies transit and rail equipment for buses, trains, automobiles and industrial equipment. It has solutions for transit authorities.