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EVRAZ starts production of head-hardened rails
EVRAZ starts production of head-hardened rails.
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[{"type":"text","content":"\n \nRNS Number : 7770S Evraz Plc 12 November 2013 \n \n\n \nEVRAZ will launch mass production of the first Russian head-hardened rails \n\n12 November 2013 - The Register of Certification on the Federal Railway Transport has issued a Compliance Certificate to EVRAZ in relation to DT-350 R-65 head-hardened rails with a length of up to 100 meters. Thus EVRAZ is the first Company in Russia and CIS to obtain the approval to start mass production and supply of this product. \nThese rails ensure high performance and allow for more efficient maintenance and repair technologies. The new hardening system improves durability of the rails substantially and reduces railway maintenance costs, as well as ensures better safety and speed. \nCertification of head-hardened rails manufactured at EVRAZ ZSMK Rail and Beam Shop was held at the test loop of the Russian Railway Research Institute. Fatigue and crack resistance laboratory tests of the rails showed compliance with the best international practices. These positive lab results have been supported by field tests. \n\"Obtaining this certificate is an important milestone for EVRAZ as well as for all the Russian railway industry,\" commented Ilya Shirokobrod, EVRAZ Vice President and Head of the Railway Products Division. \"We are ready for mass production of this unique product. This will allow us to satisfy the demand of our key client - the Russian Railways. Furthermore, we will be able to lay basis for establishment of a high-speed railway network in Russia. On top of that, our head-hardened rails have good prospects in terms of export and will be able to compete with the leading global manufacturers in the international market.\" \n \n###\n \n \nFor further information:\n \nMedia Relations: \nVsevolod Sementsov\nVP, Corporate Communications\nLondon: +44 207 832 8998 Moscow: +7 495 937 6871\[email protected]\n \nInvestor Relations:\nSergey Belyakov\nDirector, I...