re-tractioning

English

Etymology

From re- +‎ traction +‎ -ing.

Noun

re-tractioning (uncountable)

1. (rail transport) Renewal of traction equipment, in particular traction motors.
   • 2019 October, “'442s' withdrawn due to signal interaction issues”, in Modern Railways, page 87:

     Gemini Rail Technology has the contract for internal refurbishment and re-tractioning of the '442s', although the re-tractioning was delayed to allow procurement of new static converters due to concerns about electromagnetic compatibility.

Alternative forms

• retractioning