Founded in 1960, Plasser American is an ISO 9001-certified wholesaler of transportation equipment and supplies. It operates in a 150,000-plus-square-foot facility and employs more than 200 staff members. The company offers research, design, production and marketing services. Plasser American serves freight railroads and high-speed commuter systems. It offers satellites, weld heads, axles, circuit boards, electronic measuring devices and stabilizing units. The company s PTS 61 C was developed as a combination track stabilizer and catenary measuring system. Plasser American offers ballast cleaning machines that provide drained ballast sections for longer track life and extended maintenance cycles. It provides a variety of spare parts and offers technical support, contracting and training programs.