Principles Course
April 22, 2026
Heavy Haul Seminar
April 23-24, 2026
2026 Principles Course
April 22, 2026
The Principles of Wheel/Rail Interaction course has been revitalized and reimagined with a tighter focus on the practical aspects of wheel/rail and vehicle/track interaction for 2026. The course will begin with a case study — an examination of an actual wheel/rail interaction-related derailment. Presenters will cover the fundamental aspects of track, vehicle suspension systems, damage mechanisms, measurements systems — all the topics we have traditionally covered — but will also connect the dots between theory and what actually happens in the field. A wrap-up session will review the causes attributed to the case study derailment in light of the Principles examined throughout the course. We’ll also look at approaches that can be taken to mitigate wheel/rail- and vehicle/track-related derailments in the future.
Wheel Rail Seminars is proud to announce that the FRA-funded National University Rail Center for Excellence (NURail CoE) is the Presenting Sponsor for the 2026 Principles of Wheel/Rail Interaction Course. You can find more information on the NURail CoE's mission to develop solutions that will lead to a safer, more efficient, sustainable, equitable, and reliable rail transportation system in the United States by clicking here.
WRI 2026 Discount Programs:
Wheel Rail Seminars offers various discount programs, including Multi-Event Discounts and Special Employee Discounts for railroad, transit & government employees.
NOTE: Attendance at Rail Transit or Heavy Haul seminars is NOT required to register for the Principles Course.
YOUR REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
- Welcome Reception
- Continental Breakfast
- Mid-morning Coffee and Refreshment Break
- Luncheon served in the ExpoZone
- Full Line-up of Presentations
- Afternoon Coffee and Refreshment Break
- Exclusive Presentation Download Page access following the event
Attendees are also eligible to receive:
- Continuing education/professional development credits
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Railroad/Government Employee Registration
Railroad/Government Employee Pricing is designed for direct, full-time employees of qualifying railroads, transit agencies, and government agencies. (You must be paid directly from a railroad, transit agency, or government agency and receive a W-2 or similar). No contractors are eligible for Railroad/Government Employee Pricing.
Railroad/Government Employee Pricing registering for more than one event will receive special Multi-Event Discounts.
Employee Registration - Individual Event Pricing
Principles Course (1 Day)
Cost:$450$405 Early Bird
April 22, 2026
Heavy Haul Seminar (2 Days)
Cost:$1,000$900 Early Bird
April 23-24, 2026
Employee Registration - Multi-Event Pricing
Heavy Haul Seminar Plus Principles Course (3 Days)
Cost:$1,300$1,170 Early Bird
April 22-24, 2026
Professional Registration
Professional Pricing is for suppliers, contractors, consultants, and others who are not an employee of a railroad, transit agency, or government agency.
Professionals registering for more than one event will receive special Multi-Event Discounts.
Professional Registration - Individual Event Pricing
Principles Course (1 Day)
Cost:$600$540 Early Bird
April 22, 2026
Heavy Haul Seminar (2 Days)
Cost:$1,200$1,080 Early Bird
April 23-24, 2026
Professional Registration - Multi-Event Pricing
Heavy Haul Seminar Plus Principles Course (3 Days)
Cost:$1,600$1,440 Early Bird
April 22-24, 2026
Student Registration
Student Pricing is available exclusively through the Student Registration button below.
Student Registration - Individual Event Pricing
Principles Course (1 Day)
Cost:$300
April 22, 2026
Heavy Haul Seminar (2 Days)
Cost:$600
April 23-24, 2026
Student Registration - Multi-Event Pricing
Heavy Haul Seminar Plus Principles Course (3 Days)
Cost:$800 (Save $100)
April 22-24, 2026
Thank you to our 2025 sponsors
