As the summer temperatures rise, rail maintenance kicks into high gear. Ties, ballast, and vegetation all demand special attention, along with various other areas on track. Summer also poses unique challenges for rail...
Industry-Railway Suppliers (IRS) proudly hosted our third Chicago Railroad Show (CRS) at our headquarters in Elmhurst, IL on May 1st and May 2nd, 2024. This private event brought together railroad industry leaders and enthusiasts to experience the latest advancements in maintenance-of-way solutions in an...
When it comes to rail maintenance, having the right tools at hand can make all the difference. While larger equipment may handle the heavy lifting, it’s also more cumbersome and not as easily accessible. It’s the cordless, portable tools that...
🎄Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays 2023 from the IRS staff to you!🎄 We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of our customers, partners and our railroad community who have become our family over these past 58 years in...
Winter is approaching, bringing about the most demanding time for maintenance-of-way crews. It not only complicates track maintenance but also increases safety risks for maintenance crews and passengers alike. These winter challenges can even halt railroad operations. Below we offer solutions...
In August, Industry-Railway Suppliers happily welcomed our newest sister company to the Railway Supply Group– Railroad Tools and Solutions! Railway Supply Group’s acquisition of Railroad Tools and Solutions is the sixth company to join the group, along with Industry-Railway Suppliers, Unity Railway...
The market of railroad tools is vast. It’s our job to weed through the options, test them in the field with end users, and bring to market only the tools that will make your job as a maintenance worker a...
“This frog has been dubbed, 'The Frog Heard Round The Southeast,” said CSX Southeast Welding Manager, Doug Monday. Monday is a highly experienced welder and began working for CSX Railroad 17 years ago. The nicknamed frog is the most highly-trafficked railroad...
Introducing the newest material handling machine manufactured and designed by Swingmaster; the Swingmaster Tie Manager (STM). The STM is a state-of-the-art tie crane that was carefully designed based on a wide range of feedback from tie crane operators. This valuable feedback...
Industry-Railway Suppliers (IRS) held our annual week-long Sales and Strategic Planning Meeting at IRS. This is a week spent dissecting the peaks and accomplishments from the past year, along with the valleys and opportunities for improvement and growth in the...