{"id":1340,"date":"2026-08-12T17:26:09","date_gmt":"2026-08-12T15:26:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trackforward.com\/2026\/08\/12\/press-release\/"},"modified":"2026-08-12T17:39:29","modified_gmt":"2026-08-12T15:39:29","slug":"press-release","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trackforward.com\/en\/2026\/08\/12\/press-release\/","title":{"rendered":"Press release"},"content":{"rendered":"<style id=\"nectar-blocks-text-css\">span.nectar-blocks-text{display:block}.nectar-blocks-text{background-size:cover;transition:background-color .25s ease,color .25s ease}.nectar-blocks-text *{text-indent:0}.nectar-blocks-text__inner{position:relative}.nectar-blocks-text__fit-text{display:inline-block;white-space:nowrap}.nectar-blocks-text.text-animation--reveal .line,.nectar-blocks-text.text-animation--reveal .word{clip-path:inset(0 -10px)}.nectar-blocks-text.text-animation--target-character .word{display:inline-block;white-space:nowrap}.nectar-blocks-text.doing-text-animation .nectar-blocks-text__highlight svg{opacity:0}.nectar-blocks-text.doing-text-animation .nectar-blocks-text__highlight--underline{background-image:none!important}.nectar-blocks-text.is-animated .line,.nectar-blocks-text.is-animated .word{clip-path:none}.nectar-blocks-text.has-fit-text,.nectar-blocks-text.has-fit-text *{letter-spacing:0}.nectar-blocks-text.has-fit-text{opacity:0}.nectar-blocks-text.has-fit-text--loaded{opacity:1}.nectar-blocks-text.has-fit-text br{display:none!important}.nectar-blocks-text.has-fit-text{line-height:.9}.nectar-blocks-text.has-fit-text [class*=text-animation--]{line-height:1.1}.nectar-blocks-text.has-fit-text{padding-left:0!important;padding-right:0!important}.nectar-blocks-text.has-text-highlight{z-index:1}.nectar-blocks-text.has-text-highlight .nectar-blocks-text__highlight{display:inline-block;line-height:1.1;position:relative}.nectar-blocks-text.has-text-highlight .nectar-blocks-text__highlight--underline{display:inline!important}.nectar-blocks-text.has-text-highlight .nectar-blocks-text__highlight svg{content:\"\";display:block;height:60%;left:0;pointer-events:none;position:absolute!important;top:70%;width:100%;z-index:-1}.nectar-blocks-text.has-text-highlight .nectar-blocks-text__highlight svg path{stroke-dasharray:1}.nectar-blocks-text.has-text-highlight.doing-text-animation:not(.has-fit-text) .nectar-blocks-text__highlight{line-height:inherit}@media only screen and (min-width:1025px){.nectar-blocks-text.text-animation--desktop.pre-animated{opacity:0!important}.nectar-blocks-text.text-animation--desktop.has-text-highlight-animation .nectar-blocks-text__highlight svg path{opacity:0;stroke-dashoffset:1}}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px)and (min-width:768px){.nectar-blocks-text.text-animation--tablet.pre-animated{opacity:0!important}.nectar-blocks-text.text-animation--tablet.has-text-highlight-animation .nectar-blocks-text__highlight svg path{opacity:0;stroke-dashoffset:1}}@media only screen and (max-width:767px){.nectar-blocks-text.text-animation--mobile.pre-animated{opacity:0!important}.nectar-blocks-text.text-animation--mobile.has-text-highlight-animation .nectar-blocks-text__highlight svg path{opacity:0;stroke-dashoffset:1}}@media(prefers-reduced-motion:reduce){.nectar-blocks-text{transition:none}.nectar-blocks-text.pre-animated{opacity:1!important}}\n<\/style>\n<p id=\"block-0v6HbwvTPA\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\"><strong>Hexagon and Track Forward combine CALIPRI measurement systems with AI-powered analytics for advanced wheel wear analysis and prediction.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p id=\"block-fVjMSoscY7\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\"><em>Hexagon, developer of the CALIPRI optical measurement solution, and Track Forward, provider of data-driven analytics solutions for the rail industry, are joining forces. <\/em>The goal is to drive condition-based maintenance forward by intelligently combining high-precision measurement technology with advanced analytics.<\/p>\n\n<p id=\"block-uSls0agjrI\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\">Im Mittelpunkt steht die Kombination der pr\u00e4zisen Messdaten aus dem CALIPRI-System mit der intelligenten Analyseplattform WheelSense von Track Forward. Durch die Integration beider Technologien entsteht eine durchg\u00e4ngige L\u00f6sung \u2013 von der hochgenauen Datenerfassung bis zur automatisierten Auswertung und Handlungsempfehlung f\u00fcr die Instandhaltung. <\/p>\n\n<p id=\"block-oeo6cITnhS\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\">At the core is the combination of precise measurement data from the CALIPRI system with Track Forward\u2019s intelligent WheelSense analytics platform. By integrating both technologies, a seamless end-to-end solution is created \u2013 from highly accurate data acquisition to automated analysis and actionable maintenance recommendations.CALIPRI erm\u00f6glicht die ber\u00fchrungslose und schnelle Vermessung von Rads\u00e4tzen direkt im Betrieb. Die gewonnenen Daten werden in WheelSense weiterverarbeitet und mithilfe moderner Algorithmen analysiert. So lassen sich Verschlei\u00dfentwicklungen fr\u00fchzeitig erkennen, Wartungsma\u00dfnahmen vorausschauend planen und Lebenszyklen von Komponenten optimal nutzen.   <\/p>\n\n<p id=\"block-sKgydFs8C5\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\">\u201cThe combination of precise measurement technology and intelligent data analytics opens up entirely new possibilities for maintenance,\u201d says Peter Lehofer, Head of Product Management at Hexagon. \u201cOur customers benefit from well-founded decisions based on reliable data, finally making predictive maintenance a reality.\u201d <\/p>\n\n<p id=\"block-EWhcIn553J\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\">Track Forward also sees significant potential in the partnership: \u201cWith CALIPRI, we gain access to high-quality input data that takes our analytics to a new level,\u201d adds Marc Schmerbach, Founder of Track Forward. \u201cTogether, we are creating real added value for operators and maintenance providers.\u201d<br\/>  <\/p>\n\n<p id=\"block-i1Ythfd90i\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\">The joint solution addresses some of the industry\u2019s key challenges: growing cost pressure, increasing demands for asset availability, and the need for more sustainable operating strategies. <\/p>\n\n<p id=\"block-ZtcCHYdjGC\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\">The result: maximum transparency into the condition of wheelsets and components, more accurate forecasts, and significantly more efficient maintenance processes. Rail operators benefit from reduced downtime, optimized maintenance intervals, and a sustainably extended service life of critical components.  <\/p>\n\n<p id=\"block-oVNufRgtVQ\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\">Through this partnership, Hexagon and Track Forward are paving the way for the future of the rail industry \u2013 moving from reactive maintenance to a fully connected, predictive maintenance ecosystem. <\/p>\n\n<p id=\"block-liT4qv5jce\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\"><strong>About CALIPRI<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n<p id=\"block-WfiFiume0C\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\">Hexagon is a global provider of optical measurement systems for industrial applications. With its CALIPRI technology, the company is at the forefront of innovation in the precise and efficient condition assessment of rail components.<br\/>  <\/p>\n\n<p id=\"block-UyrajHiyYI\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\"><strong>About Track Forward<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n<p id=\"block-3oHZ5Zcpmb\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\">Track Forward develops data-driven solutions for predictive maintenance in the rail industry. 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