Maintenance-of-Way Functional Group

Technical Committee 27 - Maintenance of Way Work Equipment

This committee is responsible for coordinating with the manufacturers and suppliers of work equipment to encourage the development of new machines and the improvement of those already available. They are responsible for the development and publication of recommended practices and information relating to the operation, inspection and maintenance of work equipment, including recommended specifications for new units.

Chair

Matthew Albanese

Senior Director of Track Production

Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority

Email: malbanese@mbta.com

Vice Chair

Shane Harrell

Director Work Equipment

CSX Transportation

Email: shane_harrell@csx.com

Subcommittees and Current Assignments

 

Subcommittee 1: MOW General Equipment Specifications

Subcommittee 2: Preventive Maintenance

Subcommittee 3: Hi-Rail Equipment

Subcommittee 4: Safety & Ergonomics

Subcommittee 5: Training