The Ministry of Railways in India has always symbolized progress and resilience. At its helm today is Shri. Ashwini Vaishnaw, a visionary leader and a member of the union council of ministers of India who has a formidable history—once an IAS officer, a pioneer in public-private partnerships, and a former executive at global giants like General Electric and Siemens. Today, he oversees the evolution of India’s railways into a modern, efficient, and powerful system that meets global standards.
Today, Mr. Atul Yadav, PR and HR Head of TCR Engineering was honored to present Shri. Vaishnaw with a commemorative memento, symbolizing our 50-year legacy of quality assurance for Indian Railways. From fatigue testing of butt-welded rail joints to pioneering underwater robotic NDT for bridge inspections, our work embodies a commitment to safety, durability, and technological advancement. With our proven methodologies and state-of-the-art testing processes, we ensure that every rail, bridge, and structural component is fit to withstand the rigors of high-speed transport.
Here’s a glimpse into how TCR Engineering supports Indian Railways and the Make in India initiative with cutting-edge testing:
Fatigue Testing of Track Rails: Our testing per IRS-T19 and ISO 1458 standards guarantees that rail joints remain robust under relentless operational stresses, optimizing the performance of the nation’s railway infrastructure.
Coupler Testing: With stringent evaluations under IS 16172:2023, including tensile, slip and fatigue tests up to 2 million cycles, we verify the durability of couplers used in India and Saudi Arabia.
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT): Leveraging ultrasonic technology, we conduct high-frequency inspections to ensure rail integrity without compromise.
Bridge Safety: From Maharashtra’s iconic rail bridges to underwater robotic NDT, we ensure every bridge component meets stringent safety standards.
Our work doesn’t end here; internationally, TCR Arabia extends this commitment to excellence with high-profile projects like Saudi Arabia’s Haramain High-Speed Railway, connecting Mecca and Medina. TCR Engineering remains the trusted partner of railways both at home and abroad, applying expertise honed in India to meet global demands.
For Indian Railways and beyond, TCR Engineering stands as a pillar of reliability, precision, and innovation. With 50 years of relentless dedication, we continue to shape the future of railway infrastructure.
TCR is a RITES WR approved lab as well as the approved lab by L&T for the Mumbai-Metro Line 3 package UGC-01 project. TCR is also qualified as a QA service provider for the High-Speed Rail project in India.