Case Study
Astra Rail Industries
Astra Rail relies on SOLIDWORKS design and FEA analysis tools to accelerate development and improve the performance of its tank rail cars, freight wagons, and bogies, including the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tanker shown here. ASTRA RAIL INDUSTRIES OPTIMIZING RAIL CARS WITH SOLIDWORKS DESIGN AND SIMULATION SOLUTIONSAstra Rail Industries is a leading manufacturer of tank rail cars, freight wagons, and bogies. Headquartered in Arad, Romania, the company operates three factories with the capacity to manufacture 2,500 to 3,500 wagons, in a wide variety of designs, each year. The rail car manufacturer draws upon the competence of its two design subsidiaries to support its business, including ICPV SA, a prestigious engineering offi ce in Arad, Romania, and the Astra Rail Project