This three-day class is designed to give each participant hands-on knowledge of the systems affecting rail bearing performance. It also provides basic knowledge of:

• Trackside inspection and bearing performance investigation
• Bearing reconditioning
• Shop procedures for mounting and removing bearings
• Basic railroad bearing damage analysis
• Timken Rail Bearing Service capabilities

The class is held at a training location near the Timken bearing service facility in Mascot, Tennessee, and is conducted twice each year.  In addition to classroom instruction, attendees will also get first-hand experience at a nearby rail yard.