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Corys, Inc. is the leading supplier of training simulators for freight railroads in North America. Our freight train simulators in North America (417 and counting) are used to train and certify operators at UP, BNSF, CN, CP, CSX, KCS, G&W, WATCO, Pan Am Railways, FWWR, Anacostia (South Shore Line), TGT, US Army, and PTRA. Moreover, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) uses our simulators for their training courses, and research studies.
Corys provides several options for Short Line and Regional Railroads. They include a choice of four compact style simulators: Desk-style, Hybrid-style, AAR Control Stand-style, or Tabletop-style. Options also include simulation of GE Locotrol Distributed Power, GE Trip Optimizer, Wabtec I-ETMS, Siemens ACSESII, Alstom ACSES, Cloud-based simulation, Incident and Service analysis software, motion seats, etc.
Greg Hayes, VP – Business Development
912.464.9639
greg.hayes@corys.com
Dr. Frederick Ripley is an acclaimed performer and teacher of the violin and viola, holding advanced degrees in both instruments. Participation in the KSRRA conference provides a special opportunity to combine music with his other professional activity, photography.
Through his business FJR INTERPRETATIONS, he is nationally known as a photographer of American railroads. He exhibits widely, and his dramatic and colorful 20” x 30” framed enlargements are in numerous public and private collections. Through October 30 of this year, 27 of his pieces are on display at the West Virginia Railroad Museum in Elkins.
Frederick J. Ripley, DMA
614.949.2056
fjripley68@gmail.com
Green Diamond Services is a wood biomass to energy company that will be providing an end of custody disposal solution for railroad ties, timbers, and CCA treated utility poles.
Paul F. Castellano, President
814.915.0672
paul@greendiamondservices.com
Gregori Construction Inc. is a family-owned and operated Heavy Civil Construction Company based in Pennsylvania and Florida. The company was started in 1989 by Richard Gregori, P.E. and has since grown to employ over 100 employees and has experienced consistent project growth year over year.
Over the course of its history, Gregori Construction has successfully completed work in many phases of the Heavy Civil Construction industry. Gregori Construction's customers are split between government agencies such as the US Army Corps of Engineers, the US Department of Energy, PennDOT and railroads such as Norfolk Southern and CSX. We have also completed many successful projects for utility, municipal and private customers.
Gregori Construction is fully insured and licensed to work in the mid-Atlantic and Eastern US and can obtain licensing, as needed. We have enjoyed building many great relationships over the course of our company's history, not only with the various owners for whom we have worked but with our subcontractors and suppliers, as well. We place very high values on integrity, honesty, and customer service.
As we complete our 32nd year of business we are eager to continue to expand our customer base into new areas and are anxious to look at any projects you may have to bid.
Tony Lascola, Vice President
724.353.1322
ALASCOLA@gregori-inc.com
For over 60 years, Hatch & Kirk has been a leading Global supplier of heavy duty diesel engine parts to rail, marine and government. We specialize in new and remanufactured aftermarket EMD, Fairbanks Morse, ALCO and GE engines.
Arthur Ivins, Sales Manager Northeast Region
215.499.3275
aivins@hatchkirk.com
Keystone Rail Recovery (KRR) provides quality sales and rail processing services to several classes of railroad contractors/suppliers and railroads alone. KRR also specializes in removal and purchasing of materials both on and off track.
Russ Clark, President
865.567.2166
rclark@keystonerr.com
Joe Kenny, Sales Manager
443.848.9091
jkenny@keystonerr.com
McRail is a railroad insurance partner with tunnel focus. If you have a railroad-based business, our goal is to be your one-stop rail insurance expert – consulting on every exposure in and around rail. Whether you operate a short line railroad or a tourist railroad, or if you’re a private rail car owner, a railroad contractor, supplier or distributor, no one can protect you better than McRail. We have the expertise, clout and insurance marketplace relationships to solve your toughest risk management challenges. You can count on us to actively work with you, strategizing, educating and advocating on your behalf.
Chris Borden, Vice President & Risk Advisor
609.482.2206
cborden@mcrail.com
National Railroad Safety Services (NRSS) has been a leader in providing railroad safety solutions for more than 22 years. From innovative training programs to on-site project management, NRSS has the ability to provide services nationwide. No project is too big or too small. Our experienced railroad professionals will work diligently with you to obtain maximum safety for your railroad, facility, or project. Find the safety you have been missing today.
Adam Shepherd, Senior Operations Manager
513.266.5535
ashepherd@nrssinc.net
Omega Industries manufactures Precast Concrete Grade Crossing Surfaces from five United States manufacturing plants. Omega supplies Class 1 Mainline Common Standard Crossing Panels and other variations that include Heavy Duty, Curved, and ADA Compliant surfaces.
Larry Schaefer, Sales Manager, Eastern United States
Cell: 224.875.2550
Office: 360.694.3221
larry@omega-industries.com
Operation Lifesaver is a nonprofit dedicated to ending collisions with trains at highway-rail grade crossings and along railroad rights of way. A national network of certified volunteers provide free presentations to the public to prevent the deaths and injuries associated with rail collisions. These rail safety presentations provide a preventative education to numerous audiences like school age children, new drivers, professional drivers, emergency responders, bus drivers, and more. Operation Lifesaver of Pennsylvania has been operating since 1985. Learn more at oli.org.
Brock Kerchner, State Coordinator
717.745.8522
Coordinator@oliofpa.org
The Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) can impact the viticulture (grape), fruit tree, plant nursery and timber industries, which contribute billions of dollars each year to Pennsylvania's (PA’s) economy. The SLF Order of Quarantine and Treatment was created to protect the economy and residential quality of life by setting compliance expectations designed to stop the spread of this invasive pest to new areas within or outside of the current quarantine zone. PA’s SLF Compliance and Enforcement Team mission is to help businesses protect their neighbors and communities, agricultural industries and PA's business vitality by providing compliance assistance and conducting risk assessments. We interact with businesses and communities in a variety of ways such as onsite audits and compliance support, roadside inspections of commercial vehicles, and investigations of SLF reports involving non-agricultural businesses.
Shane Philipps, Compliance and Enforcement Specialist
717.836.3255
sphilipps@pa.gov
Railhead Corporation is a leading provider of Rail Safety equipment. Our company provides service to all Class I Railroads and a majority or Short Line Railroads throughout the US, Canada, and Mexico. We specialize in LED Lighting, Blue Light Safety, Air Tools, and Locomotive Vision Systems for rail customers direct. Quality product along with customer service are just a few reasons Railhead Corporation has been in business for over 50 years!
Nic Phares, Account Manager
708.844.5501
nphares@railheadcorp.com
Spectrum has been producing quality electric elements for over 90 years. Our Flat Jacket track heater is the most rugged heater on the market. We 100% test every heater to AAR Standards at our factory. The extensive testing confirms our heaters are ready to perform in the harshest conditions. Our custom manufacturing capabilities allow us to meet all rail heating and control applications.
Glen Baker, Director of Sales
314.809.8328
gbaker@aspeqheating.com
Wheeler Lumber is a wood treater and timber fabricator supplying bridge ties and timbers nationwide to the railroad industry. We supply copper naphthenate treated Douglas fir.
Jeff Parrett, Business Development Manager
605.645.8801
jparrett@wheeler1892.com
