Hunslet launch new locomotive

Hunslet Engine Company are pleased to announce that the new DH60C Series Locomotive has been unveiled at open days held at Chasewater Railway on the 6th, 7th & 8th July.

The new locomotive incorporates the latest engine and transmission technology controlled by a fully integrated PLC Control System.

The latest manufacturing methods were used to ensure the highest quality was achieved.
Its design, is the first of a new range of locomotives, which are available in 4, 6 or B-B wheel arrangements up to a maximum weight of 100 tonne.

Each locomotive built will be in line with particular individual customer requirements.
After exhaustive testing, the locomotive will be placed into service at one of the companies contract operating sites. This will allow future customers to see the locomotive in full daily operation.

For further information, please contact: Sarah Millington – Marketing Manager
LH Group Services Ltd.
Phone: 01283 722600
Email: Sarah Millington

Hunslet Engine Company Receive award at RFG Awards Dinner

At the recent RFG Awards dinner, Hunslet Engine Company were runners up in the Technology Development category.

The award was given for the development and construction of the 60 tonne DH60C series of multi purpose, 3 axle diesel hydraulic locomotive.

The award highlighted the innovative design in reducing fuel consumption and environmental impact. Couple with the very latest PLC Controls and monitoring system.

Caption under photo: Pictured above receiving the award from First GBRf’s John Smith (left) is Hunslet Engine Company’s Derek Webb (right), with Richard Walfod of Burges Slamon LLP in the background.

For further information, please contact:
Sarah Millington – Marketing Manager
LH Group Services Ltd.
Phone: 01283 722600
Email: Sarah Millington

L H Group Services Expand Overhaul Facilities

L H Group Services, the largest independent UK supplier of DMU engines and transmissions are increasing their overhaul capacity by creating a new 20,000 sq ft works to meet increased demand for their products and services.

The Chairman, Mr Graham Lee said, “This increased capacity would enable the company to expand in to new areas of supply, further extend the customer base and our current product range. Utilising our extensive manufacturing facility shortens the supply chain to achieve continuation of quality, supply and achieve cost reduction for the customer. Our existing customer base sees this as a unique advantage in this increasingly competitive business.”

Mr Lee also confirmed that in addition to the extra capacity, L H Group has embarked on building a new improved test cell for DMU rafts, which will be operational in time for 2010.

In addition to the increase in space, LH Group Wheelsets Ltd are investing £500,000 in new equipment that will increase its wheelset capacity by 66%, enabling it to build over 5,000 wheelsets in 2010.

For further information, please contact:
Sarah Millington – Marketing Manager
LH Group Services Ltd.
Phone: 01283 722600
Email: Sarah Millington