Rail & Marine Windshield Wiper Systems for OEMs

With 36 years of experience in rail and marine windshield wiper systems, LEILI supplies OEM solutions for railway rolling stock, passenger trains, locomotives, ships and offshore work vessels. We engineer 12V/24V wiper motors, linkages, arms, blades and complete assemblies for demanding visibility, corrosion-resistance and vibration-control requirements. From windshield parameter review and prototype validation to mass production, we support railway operators, shipyards and marine equipment manufacturers worldwide.

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Rail & Marine Windshield Wiper Systems for OEMs

LEILI develops complete windshield wiper systems for railway vehicles and marine vessels. Opposed, parallel, vertical and split-type vertical configurations are matched to windshield geometry, mounting space, motor voltage, wiping coverage and operating environment. Our OEM-focused solutions support safe visibility in rail transit, ship navigation and offshore operations.

Rail & Marine Windshield Wiper System Configurations

Single Vertical Rail & Marine Wiper System

Vertical Rail & Marine Windshield Wiper System

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Fit 10+ Rail & Marine Equipment Brands

Decades of specialized experience enable LEILI to manufacture OEM-grade wiper systems compatible with a wide range of railway and marine equipment brands. Solutions are matched to vehicle or vessel type, windshield geometry, mounting structure, motor voltage and component specifications.

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Automated Rail & Marine Wiper Production Lines

LEILI operates 10 automated production lines for rail and marine wiper systems, with assembly capacity for passenger trains, locomotives, cargo ships, work vessels and other specialized applications. Our manufacturing base supports dimensional consistency, electrical performance and repeatable OEM quality.

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Rail & Marine Wiper Production Capacity

LEILI rail and marine wiper systems are supplied to customers in more than 60 countries and regions across Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East and other global markets.

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Rail & Marine Wiper Engineering Team

Our independent R&D team specializes in rail and marine windshield wiper systems and works with customers on fitment, linkage geometry, motor performance, corrosion resistance and application-specific validation.

How We Design Rail & Marine Wiper Systems

1 Basic information

Basic Vehicle & Adaptation Information

Model and production year of the target vehicle (e.g., specific rail vehicle or vessel model).
Dimensions and curvature of the windshield (length × width, radius of curvature) to avoid wiping blind spots or interference between the wiper arm and glass.

2 Installation Structure Parameters

Mounting hole specifications (hole spacing, diameter, and shape of the mounting base).
Length and swing angle range of the wiper arm, as well as the connection interface standard between the wiper arm and motor.
Space limitations for motor installation (e.g., length, width and height of the reserved installation area) and motor voltage (24V is commonly used for commercial vehicles, while 12V for passenger vehicles).

3 Performance Requirements

Operating environment requirements (e.g., high and low temperature resistance range, salt spray and dust resistance, applicable altitude).
Wiping performance indicators (e.g., wiper frequency levels, noise reduction requirements, wiping cleanliness rate standards).
Special working condition requirements (e.g., whether it needs to be compatible with the camera field of view for autonomous vehicles, whether anti-freezing or anti-icing functions are required).

4 Customization Requirements

Preferred wiper type (e.g., opposed overlapping type, parallel type, vertical type, etc.).
Certification standards for the target market (e.g., CE, DOT, ISO/TS16949 and other certification requirements for international trade).
Appearance and material requirements (e.g., wiper blade rubber material, surface treatment process of wiper arms).

5 Batch & Delivery-related Information

Estimated order quantity and delivery lead time.
Compatibility requirements with the customer’s existing wiper motors/control systems.

Rail & Marine Wiper Testing and Inspection Standards

Wiping Cleanliness Rate Test: Verify that residual water marks on the glass surface comply with stringent industry standards; for railway rolling stock and marine vessels, an expanded field of view coverage is mandated to guarantee safe rail transit and marine navigation.
Durability Test: Simulate tens of thousands of wiping cycles under harsh conditions (including vibration and salt spray exposure) to validate the wear resistance of wiper blades and the long-term service life of motors.
Noise Test: Strictly control the noise level during wiper operation to improve the working comfort of train drivers and ship crews.
Motor Performance Test: Targeting 12V and 24V voltage systems commonly used in rail and marine equipment, test motor power output, rotational speed stability, and overload protection performance to adapt to complex on-board power supply environments.
Conduct precision testing on the wiper assembly’s mounting hole positions, dimensional tolerances, and interface compatibility to ensure seamless integration with the customer’s railway vehicles and

Certification and Global Support

Being in the automotive components industry for over three decades, LEILI has been a recipient of many international certifications. All products are manufactured in compliance with ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 quality system.

Here at LEILI, we treat our employees as our partners. With that, LEILI also holds the ISO 14001 environmental management system certification, which fosters a green and compliant production environment that empowers efficient and sustainable business operations.

ISO 14001

EMC Directive 108/EC

IATF 16949

ISO 9001

Rail & Marine Wiper System Applications

Now, let us delve into LEILI’s R&D prowess and explore our custom-engineered heavy-duty wiper system solutions for a complete lineup of rail and marine equipment, including railway locomotives, passenger trains, cargo ships, and offshore work vessels. Covering everything from precision mounting hole positioning and bespoke motor power tuning to enhanced resistance to extreme temperatures and salt spray corrosion, our solutions fully satisfy the specialized operational requirements of diverse rail and marine equipment types.