Eaton high pressure filters on board high speed trains Location: Savigliano, Italy Segment: High-Speed Rail Challenge: Create a smooth ride for railroad passengers traveling across Europe at high speeds. Solution: Eaton designed a hydraulic and filtration system that would bring much-needed order to each railcars undercarriage. Results: Increased protection of hydraulic components resulting in efficient operation of the train's hydraulic system in a harsh environment. “These filters will help ensure a long component life for the system. They are an integral part of the whole system.” Walter Facchinelli, Sales Manager, Eaton Background Operating trains at high speeds before the 1980s called for a costly investment in tracks with high-curve radii and

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