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Welcome to the Principles Course 2009
Principles Agenda Now Available! CLICK HERE

Rooms still available - Reserve your room now!
CLICK TO: RESERVE ONLINE | DOWNLOAD & FAX
Designed for both Rail Transit and Heavy Haul seminar attendees, the Principles Course is an intensive, full-day course providing in-depth examination of the primary aspects of wheel/rail and vehicle/track interaction. Drawing from both theory and practical application, the course will cover wheel truing strategy, rail metallurgy, ultrasonic testing, thermal rail stresses and more in an energetic classroom environment. Newcomers and seasoned pros will all gain valuable insight into this critical area of wheel/rail interaction. Special discounts are offered for Rail Transit and Railroad employees. Continuing Education/Professional Development credits are available..

The course is designed to promote a more complete understanding of vehicle/track dynamics and wheel/rail interaction. Seminar attendance is not required to attend the course.

Wheel Rail Seminars - Celebrating our 15th Anniversary
The first Wheel/Rail Interaction Seminar was presented in 1994. It was based on a simple idea – to create a forum for track and mechanical people to meet, exchange ideas, and share their experiences in the critical area of the wheel/rail interface. Since then, we’ve enhanced and refined the conference, always evolving to bring attendees information from the leading edge of the industry.

Changing With The Times
Each year we have added to the depth and breadth of the content presented, and this year's conference follows in this tradition. As a seminar attendee, you can expect to gain insight into how specific products and services fit into the “big picture,” while furthering your overall knowledge of the wheel/rail interface. It is also an excellent opportunity to get an up-close look at issues outside your area of expertise and get to know professionals from the “other side of the tracks” - and our popular Panel Discussion Session offers insight into the state of the industry and the challenges ahead.

Three Events in One Location
This year brings another significant change. In the past, Wheel Rail Seminars has produced a separate event specifically for the Rail Transit Industry. We now will offer the Rail Transit Seminar as part of the Wheel/Rail Interaction Conference schedule. Rail Transit Seminar attendees now have the option to experience the popular Principles Course!

Registration for each event (Rail Transit Seminar, Principles Course and Heavy Haul Seminar) is priced separately, allowing you to register and pay for exactly the event(s) you want to attend. Combined event discounts are available to all attendees and Direct employees of Railroads and Transit Organizations qualify for deeper discounts and may be eligible to attend the Principles Course for just $1.00 - a $200.00 value. Note: Full registration at the Rail Transit or Heavy Haul Seminar is required. Note: Full registration at the Rail Transit or Heavy Haul Seminar is required.

Addressing The Issues
This year’s agenda covers many key issues facing vehicle and track engineering managers today. Take a moment to review this year's speakers and topics lists available at the "SPEAKERS & TOPICS" link above. We think you will agree that this valuable, high-level information is available nowhere else.

Space is limited - register now!
Make plans to join this select group of railroaders at the Marriott Hotel O’Hare in Chicago. We think you’ll find it an interesting, rewarding educational opportunity, so don’t miss it!
“Great seminar ... as a front-line railroad employee ... very impressed with organization and content of conference.”
– Comment from 2008 Seminar Survey

“I was impressed with how organized and well run the seminar was. I attend a lot of industry events and this one ranks amongst the best...”
– Comment from 2008 Seminar Survey

“...one learns almost as much in the side conversations with the other participants on railroad-related topics as one does in the sessions themselves.”
– Comment from 2008 Seminar Survey

“One of the best!”
– Comment from 2008 Seminar Survey 		 
 

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