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09.10.2026 · 07:26 · Rail

Richard AG describes development of vacuum main switches for railway catenary systems

Richard AG says it has spent decades developing robust vacuum main switches for railway catenary systems. The company says the components are designed to meet high requirements for safety, availability and service life.

Richard AG says it has been developing vacuum main switches for railway catenary systems for decades.

The company says the switches are designed to meet high requirements for safety, availability and service life.

According to the source, the technical approach depends on the precise interaction of mechanics, pneumatics and electrical engineering.

SourceRailway-News · Tier B ↗Source publication time: 07 Oct 2026 · 09:18