Manufacturing Today Issue - 217 October 2023 | Page 78

Harsco Rail _______________________________________________________________________________________________________
Embedded AI
Our conversation with Robert confirms Harsco ’ s determination to maintain its
reputation for high quality , superior service , and innovative solutions as the business continues to grow and succeed around the globe .
Darby Metalworks , Inc .
We have been a proud metal fabrication supplier to Harsco Rail since 1998 , with more than 8,000 unique parts manufactured in excess of $ 25 million in sales .
We would like to thank Harsco Rail for their partnership and loyalty .
Darby Metalworks core services include :
• Laser Cutting
• Punching
• Forming
• Sawing
• Welding
• Machining
• Painting
• Assembly
ISO 9001:2015 Certified
On the topic of Harsco ’ s future , he shares : “ As city metro systems continue to grow , I expect we will see metro-related equipment account for a larger share of our production . I ’ d like to see the maintenance of equipment continue to evolve through the use of robust electronics , more intuitive operator interfaces , and enhanced automation , utilizing systems
with embedded AI like our IRIS package .
“ We will also see a shift in production due to environmental concerns . The worldwide infatuation with electrification will continue for some time , but it ’ s somewhat difficult to apply in the rail industry as our activities require a large energy output for a significant period . For this reason , maintenance vehicles with hydrogen powered engines are more suited to our operation , providing a means to address the overriding emissions concerns without disruption to overall machine architecture .
“ As our maintenance machines are often in remote locations and exposed to extreme duty cycles and harsh conditions , our consistent priorities remain productivity , reliability , and safety ,” Robert concludes . “ I ’ m confident that Harsco will continue to be a thriving , successful business moving forward , potentially operating independently from our current parent company , Enviri , in the long term .” ■
864-225-6906 sales @ darbymetalinc . com www . harscorail . com
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