Tilghman's rail repair equipment has been especially customised for African conditions. Our products are available to complete a wide range of rail repair tasks, including drilling, fastening, grinding and bending.
Most products are available with electric, petrol or diesel power packs. We use industry-standard motors for reliability, and a full set of spares and service staff is available for all items.
Custom-designed items are available for special requirements.

Track maintenance equipment

Bending equipment
- Up to 800 kN force
- Lightweight, modular options
- Robust designs

Grinding equipment
- Rough and finishing grinders
- Reliable motors
- Lightweight options, including cast aluminium construction

Drilling equipment
- High-speed cooled drill bits
- Under 40 seconds drilling time
- Rail and sleeper drills

Fastening equipment
- Light and heavy duty machines
- Torque above 500 N·m



FAQ
Which power options are available?
Most of our track equipment is available with electric, petrol or diesel power packs, using industry-standard motors.
Do you keep spares and service the equipment?
Yes. A full set of spares and service staff is available for every item we supply, and our maintenance teams travel throughout sub-Saharan Africa.
Can you build something for a special requirement?
Yes. Custom-designed items are available. Send us the task and the rail profile and we will propose a design.
Tell us what you need
Send us the equipment or component you are looking for, quantities and drawings if you have them. We will get back to you within one working day.
- Phone
- 011 865 5770
- sales@tilghman.co.za
- Factory
- The Stewards Industrial Park, 499 Beryl Street, Dunswart, Benoni, Gauteng, 1501
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 07:30–16:00 · Fri 07:30–13:00