Icon SILENTBLOC parts are designed for, and used in, a vast number of mechanical engineered suspension systems, anti-vibration applications and carriage components on all forms of rail transportation. SILENTBLOC components are specified for both primary and secondary suspension systems on locomotives, high-speed intercity and regional passenger trains, and modern light rail systems such as Eurotram as well as the requirements of underground trains.

Typical products manufactured by SILENTBLOC for the rail industry include rolling rubber springs, resilient bushes, spherical bearings, lateral control link assemblies, torque reaction links, axle box bushes and anti roll bar systems, all designed to give a reliable and smooth ride.

Rubber components offer the flexibility required for connecting carriages or sealing doors and windows. Icon Polymer provides a range of engineered solutions designed to withstand the rigours of the rail industry. Designed for each specific application, Icon Polymer provides products which conform to the strict fire regulations required for underground applications such as inter-carriage gap protectors and gangway diaphragms.

Icon Polymer has developed wear resistant cable protection tubing for underground railways which conform to the strict fire regulations. Tubing can be supplied split for easy installation on existing cable routings.