Tools & product range.
The tools, equipment and materials the trade uses. Prices are indicative market prices with source — always check the current price with the retailer.
Safety equipment
Reflective vest, class 3 (EN ISO 20471)Always worn in the track area during shunting, inspection and preparation, so the train preparer is visible to drivers and shunting locomotives in all light and weather.
Safety shoes S3~ ~250–810 krIndicative · Lomax · 2026-06
Work gloves, nitrile-coated (EN 388)~ ~39 kr pr. par (12-par-pakke)Indicative · Lomax · 2026-06
Hearing protection (earmuffs)Protects against noise from compressed air, brake testing, shunting locomotives and train operations at servicing depots and freight terminals.
Safety glassesUsed when working under wagons, during brake and coupling work, and during cleaning/preparation, where dirt, rust or fluid can be thrown into the eyes.
Safety helmet~ ~724 krIndicative · Lomax (Kask Superplasma) · 2026-07
Belysning og signal
LED head torch, rechargeable~ ~79 krIndicative · jem & fix · 2026-06
LED torch (work light)~ ~122 krIndicative · Lomax · 2026-06
Signal lamp / signal whistle for shuntingUsed for communication and signalling between train preparers and train drivers during shunting and when preparing trains for departure.
Measuring tool
Tape measure, 5 m~ ~27–75 krIndicative · Lomax · 2026-06
Pressure gauge for brake testing~ ~1.100 krIndicative · RS Components · 2026-07
Wear gauge for brake padsUsed during the technical inspection to determine whether the brake blocks still have sufficient thickness left or whether the wagon needs new blocks before departure.
Hand tools
Screwdriver/bit set with ratchet~ ~66 krIndicative · Lomax · 2026-06
Socket/bit set (ratchet set)Used for tightening and removing bolted and nut connections on wagons, couplings and brake components during inspection and repair.
Coupling pole (coupling hook)Used for manual coupling of wagons, so the train preparer can keep clear of the crush zone between the buffers while the coupling is guided into place.
Flare nut spanner for brake hosesUsed every time brake hoses are coupled or uncoupled, so the cocks can be operated with a firm grip even when tight or dirty.
Materials
Brake block / wheel chockUsed to secure stabled wagons against unintended movement during coupling, uncoupling and shunting at servicing facilities.
Lashing strap with winch tensionerUsed to secure goods on open freight wagons against shifting in transit, often in combination with friction mats or edge protectors.
Tarpaulin for freight wagonLaid over the load and lashed under the edge of the trailer to protect the goods from rain, snow and wind during transport.
Forbrugsvarer
Marking chalk (inspector's chalk)~ ~38 kr pr. stkIndicative · Frishop (Artline EK-40) · 2026-07
Communication
Handheld radio for shunting communication~ ~799 krIndicative · Lomax (Midland XT50 Pro) · 2026-07
Beklædning
Work trousers with knee padsProtects the knees when working under wagons, during coupling and brake inspections and when working on the gravelled, ballasted track area.