locomotive & railcair Maintenance
Keeping Your Equipment Compliant, Reliable, and Ready to Move.
Prairie Rail Solutions provides professional locomotive maintenance and AAR-certified railcar inspections and minor repairs to support safe, compliant, and efficient rail operations.
Our services help customers avoid interchange rejections, reduce delays, and protect fleet availability, whether equipment is in storage or actively moving through the network.
Need railcar inspections, minor repairs, or locomotive support?
Let’s build a service plan that keeps your equipment compliant and your supply chain moving.
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Tell us what you’re dealing with, we’ll recommend the right solution and support plan.
AAR-Certified Railcar Inspections & Minor Repairs
Prairie Rail Solutions performs railcar inspections and approved minor repairs in accordance with standards established by the Association of American Railroads.
This allows customers to maintain compliance and equipment readiness while cars are in storage or between service cycles, minimizing downtime when equipment is returned to operation.
Our Inspection & Repair Capabilities
Our on-site inspection and minor repair services include:
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Visual and mechanical safety inspections
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Brake system and running gear checks
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Coupler and draft gear condition reviews
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Minor mechanical repairs (as permitted)
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Defect identification and documentation
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Coordination for major repairs when required
All work is completed by trained personnel using established safety and quality standards.
Locomotive Support & Light Maintenance
In addition to railcar services, PRS provides light locomotive maintenance and operational support to ensure dependable switching and first/last mile service.
Our locomotive support includes:
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Pre-service and safety inspections
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M92 Inspections
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Basic mechanical checks
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Operational readiness reviews
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Minor servicing and adjustments
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Coordination with third-party providers for major repairs
This helps ensure motive power is available, safe, and reliable when customers need it.
Why Equipment Inspections Matter
Uninspected or poorly maintained equipment can lead to:
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Interchange rejections
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Bad-order holds
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Delayed shipments
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Increased demurrage
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Unexpected repair costs
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Safety and compliance risks
PRS helps customers avoid these issues through proactive inspection and early intervention.
By addressing problems early, we protect your operation from unnecessary disruption.
Integrated With Storage & Switching Operations
Our inspection and maintenance services are fully integrated with our:
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Railcar storage operations
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Industrial switching services
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First- and last-mile support
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Fleet management programs
This allows customers to work with a single, accountable partner, instead of coordinating multiple providers.
We don’t just store or move your equipment. We help manage it.
Designed for Industrial and Agricultural Operators
Our services support:
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Grain elevators and terminals
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Industrial and processing facilities
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Short line railways
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Fleet and equipment owners
Whether your equipment is seasonal, surplus, or in active rotation, PRS helps keep it compliant and ready for service.
The PRS Difference
Customers choose PRS for inspection and maintenance services because we deliver:
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AAR-certified inspection capability
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Experienced, safety-focused personnel
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On-site service integration
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Practical documentation
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Responsive local support
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Partnership-driven operations
We take responsibility for the details that protect your operation.