I few years ago I posted an article covering changes to the US&S logo over time as seen on its M3/M23 line of electric point machines. This article also covered off brand copies of the M3 from companies such as Patco Rail Services and Vossloh. CSX in particular had gone all in on the Vossloh "VSM-24" product.
Well it appears that CSX has found a new supplier, kinda. Apex Rail Automation appears to have taken over Vossloh's VSM-24 production line as the only thing that has changes is the stenciling and the lack of a cast company name on the circuit controller housing.
Of course the other news headline is that CSX is replacing its B&O era GRS Model 5F and 5H machines in B&O territory. Maybe Vossloh made CSX a offer they couldn't refuse and then realized they then couldn't make a profit. We'll see if Apex has any better luck.
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