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Hey-Back Rail Fastening System

The hey-back rail fastening system is a type of railway track fastening system that is designed to securely fasten rails to sleepers or ties in railroad tracks. The specialty of the system is its “hey-back” method of using a specially designed spring rail clip for the rail fastening system.

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The hey-back rail fastening system consists of several components that work together to securely fasten railroad track to sleepers or ties. Here are some of the key components:

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Spring clip

The hey-back system’s primary part is this. The clip’s unique composition offers a high degree of robustness and flexibility, enabling it to maintain a firm grasp on the rail while also accepting the rail’s normal movement and expansion.

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hey-back spring clip
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drawing of hey-back spring clip

Baseplate

The baseplate is a flat metal plate that sits between the rail clip and the sleeper. Its main function is to distribute the load of the rail and train traffic evenly across the sleeper.

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drawing of AJR54 tie plate

Coach screw

The baseplate, clip, and coach screw are fastened to the sleeper by a metal rod that has a threaded end. Its threads offer a strong connection that helps prevent the clip from coming free when screwed into a hole drilled into the sleeper.

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drawing of coach screw

Advantages of hey-back rail fastening system

The Hey Back system features a resilient, adjustable clip that allows for flexibility and movement of the rail while maintaining a secure connection to the sleeper. This flexibility is important in allowing the rail to expand and contract with temperature changes, which helps to prevent warping and other forms of damage to the track.

The Hey Back rail fastening system features a resilient, adjustable clip that allows for flexibility and movement of the rail while maintaining a secure connection to the sleeper. This flexibility is important in allowing the rail to expand and contract with temperature changes, which helps to prevent warping and other forms of damage to the track.

Overall, the Hey Back rail fastening system is a reliable and effective solution for securing railroad tracks, and it may be of interest to railway operators and engineers looking for a high-quality rail fastening system.

Application of hey-back rail fastening system

The Hey Back rail fastening system is popular in North Europe (such as Norway, Sweden, and Finland) for several reasons. One of the main factors is the harsh weather conditions that are common in this region. The Hey Back system is designed to accommodate the expansion and contraction of rails that occurs with temperature changes, which is important in preventing warping and other forms of damage to the track. In North Europe, where temperatures can fluctuate dramatically, this flexibility is particularly important.

Another factor is the heavy loads and high levels of traffic that are common on railways in North Europe. The Hey Back system is known for its durability and ability to withstand heavy loads, making it an attractive option for railway operators in this region.

Additionally, the Hey Back system is compatible with a wide range of rail profiles and sleeper types, which makes it a versatile option for railway projects in North Europe.

It is worth noting that the Hey Back system is used in other regions as well, including Asia and Australia. However, it is particularly popular in North Europe due to the specific demands of railway operations in this region.

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