Wheelworx
Built on the principles of service, quality, and integrity, Wheelworx combines advanced manufacturing with a steadfast commitment to customer support. What began as a single-location operation has grown into a nationwide provider serving Class I railroads, short lines, and independent operators. Backed by the strength of Stucki, Wheelworx delivers reliable wheelset solutions that keep freight cars – and customers – moving.
Full Service Freight Car Wheelshop
Wheelworx operates as a full-service freight car wheelshop, delivering reliable, high-quality wheelset solutions designed to keep railcars moving safely and efficiently. Built on the principles of service, quality, and integrity, Wheelworx supports customers across North America with reconditioned wheelsets that meet rigorous industry and operational requirements.
With strategically located facilities and a dedicated fleet of delivery trucks, Wheelworx provides responsive, end-to-end support from inspection and reconditioning to logistics and on-time delivery. Our experienced team of engineers, technical professionals, sales specialists, and support staff works around the clock to ensure customers receive the right solution when and where it is needed.
As a Stucki brand, Wheelworx brings the scale, stability, and technical depth of a broader rail-industry platform while maintaining the hands-on service approach customers expect. With more than 100,000 wheelsets in service nationwide, Wheelworx remains focused on innovation, safety, and dependable execution – supporting freight rail operations with confidence and consistency.
Wheelworx Capabilities
Wheelworx is AAR approved to perform the
following operations:
Wheelset Services
- Freight car wheelset reprofiling
- Locomotive wheelset reprofiling up to 42 inches
Machining and Assembly
- Boring and mounting of freight car wheelsets
- Axle precision machining
- Roller bearing mounting
Inspection and Testing
- Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI)
- Wheel and axle ultrasonic testing
Quality and Customer Satisfaction
Wheelworx is structured to deliver the highest quality wheelsets, we have developed a quality assurance program that meets or exceeds Class I, customer and industry requirements. We closely work with the AAR, WABL, Class I Railroads and private car owners to assure that our products meet specifications and that we are on the cutting edge of future quality standards.
Wheelworx Certificates
AAR Quality Assurance Program Certification – Calera
Download certificateAAR Quality Assurance Program Certification – Pekin
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Wheelworx is a business built on faith, family values and unsurpassed experience. We strive to provide the customer with what they need, when they need it through integrity, honesty and unmatched customer service.
Wheelworx operates two strategically located wheelshop facilities in Calera, Alabama and Pekin, Illinois, enabling efficient service and distribution across the country. These locations allow us to respond quickly, reduce transit time, and provide dependable support wherever your fleet operates.
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