--- title: "HST - Brakes" canonical: "/hst-brakes-flpod0" published: 2026-10-09 --- # HST - Brakes ## Frame ## Frame **Rail** **HST** **Brakes** **Air supply** **Brake control** **Bogie brake** **Sanding** **Friction** ### brakes ###### Brakes ###### More than a Century of History From George Westinghouse inventing the first air-pressure brake system in 1869 to today, Wabtec has been a strategic partner in shaping railway transportation. ###### Trusted Expertise Worldwide ###### Adhesion Management ###### Monitoring & Diagnostics ###### Sanding ###### Air generation and Treatment ###### Brake Control ###### Friction Materials ###### Actuation ###### Serving every rail segment worldwide—from urban transit to high-speed lines. ###### Driven by Innovation ###### Invented the first air brake system. ###### Enabled TGV’s world speed record. ###### Advanced adhesion solutions to enhance safety and network resilience to adverse conditions ###### Developed brake systems to improve braking performance while reducing energy consumption and lifecycle costs. ###### Sustainable & Smart Solutions ###### Safety: ###### FLEXX Brake control and Adhesion technologies ensure reliable braking performances in adverse conditions. ###### Environment: ###### Advanced friction materials extend life and reduce particulate emissions, improving air quality. ###### Efficiency: ###### Smart and Lightweight designs cut energy use and total cost of ownership. **View Products** **Back to Top** ### Couplers ###### Couplers ###### From pioneering automatic coupler technology to today’s advanced digital solutions, Wabtec has been a strategic partner in shaping rail connectivity worldwide. ###### Trusted Expertise Worldwide ###### Draft Gear & Buffers ###### Energy Absorption Systems ###### Monitoring & Diagnostics ###### Automatic & Semi-Automatic Couplers ###### Serving every rail segment—from heavy haul freight to high-speed passenger lines. ###### Driven by Innovation ###### Invented industry-leading automatic coupler systems. ###### Developed crash energy management solutions to enhance passenger safety. ###### Enabled interoperability across global rail networks. ###### Sustainable & Smart Solutions ###### Safety: ###### Advanced crash energy absorption and secure coupling technologies protect assets and passengers. ###### Environment: ###### Durable materials and optimized designs extend service life and reduce waste. ###### Efficiency: ###### Lightweight, modular designs reduce lifecycle costs and improve maintainability. **Back to Top** ### power collection ###### The Power of Connection ###### A Century of Electrification For 100+ years, Wabtec Power Collection has powered rail worldwide—from city metros to record-breaking high-speed lines. ###### Industry Leaders ###### Ground Return Units ###### Switches ###### Trolley Poles ###### Pantographs ###### Contact Strips ###### Third Rail Collectors ###### Serving rail and bus applications globally. ###### Driven by Innovation ###### Invented the single-arm pantograph. ###### Pioneered air-cushion technology. ###### Enabled TGV’s world speed record. ###### Setting standards for safe, efficient, sustainable mobility. ###### Simplified Solutions ###### Lifecycle adaptability for operators. ###### Plug-and-play designs for easy integration. ###### Expertise from legacy brands, built for the future. **Back to Top** ### INFORMATION SOLUTIONS ###### Information Solution ###### Enhancing Passenger Experience and Operational Efficiency ###### Global Expertise ###### Trusted by major operators and car builders ###### Trusted by 6 engineering and production sites across China, India, Italy, Germany, France, and Switzerland operators and car builders ###### Worldwide service network ###### Market Leadership ###### 6,000+ systems installed ###### 25,000 displays sold annually ###### Serving high-speed, regional, metro, and light rail ###### Innovation Focus ###### Next-gen RailVox™ with Auracast™ Bluetooth accessibility ###### iSmart Strip Display: ###### high-resolution color LED ###### Real-Time Video Alert for faster response ###### Empowering Passenger Experience ###### Integrated systems for comfort, safety, and efficiency ###### 30+ years transforming rail journeys ###### Technology Leadership ###### Auracast™ audio for accessibility ###### End-to-end display, audio, and video integration ###### Proprietary TFT LCD and LED tech with 15+ years lifespan ###### IEC 62443/NIST cybersecurity compliance ###### Sustainability Impact ###### Long-lifespan displays reduce waste and cost ###### Up to 50% lighter and more energy-efficient ###### Why Wabtec? 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