Built for rail, driven by innovation
Built exclusively for rail, by rail experts
Rail is unlike any other industry, and solving rail’s challenges requires more than technology expertise alone.
For more than 20 years, Wi-Tronix has focused exclusively on rail transportation. Our team includes railroad operators, engineers, software developers, product specialists, artificial intelligence experts, and industry leaders who understand the operational realities of freight railroads, passenger rail agencies, and transit systems because many have spent their careers working within them.
From locomotive control systems and onboard electronics to cloud software, video analytics, and AI-powered solutions, every Wi-Tronix innovation is developed with one goal in mind: helping railroads operate more safely, efficiently, and reliably.
A clear purpose. A bold vision.
Technology alone doesn't move rail forward. Progress happens when data becomes insight, insight becomes action, and action drives continuous improvement.
Our core values
Core values are the foundation of our culture and the compass for our decisions. They guide how we work, collaborate, and innovate.
Make it happen
Act with urgency, own the outcome, and deliver results.
Make it better
Challenge assumptions, innovate boldly, and raise the bar.
Make it rewarding
Create experiences and outcomes that benefit our team, our customers, and our future.
Our History
More than two decades of continuous innovation
Since our founding in 2004, Wi-Tronix has partnered with railroads to solve complex operational challenges through connected technology and industry-leading innovation.
Company
2004Founded in a Chicago basement
Larry Jordan and Michael Heilmann establish Wi-Tronix with a vision for connected rail technology.
- 2004
Company
Founded in a Chicago basement
Larry Jordan and Michael Heilmann establish Wi-Tronix with a vision for connected rail technology.
- 2005
Company
First product, first Class I customer
The original Wi-PU enters service with BNSF, launching Wi-Tronix into the freight rail market.
- 2006
Company
Growth requires a new home
Wi-Tronix relocates from Larry's basement to its first Bolingbrook facility.
- 2007
Technology
Real-time rail intelligence begins
Emergency Brake Alerts, Engine Fault Data, Low Fuel Alerts, and early remote diagnostics are introduced.
- 2008
Technology
Video changes the game
The Digital Video Recorder (DVR) with on-demand video and snapshots is unveiled.
- 2009
Company
Passenger rail joins the journey
Wi-Tronix ships its 1,000th Wi-PU and welcomes Amtrak as its first passenger rail customer.
- 2010
Technology
Faster access to critical information
Automatic Event Recorder and DVR downloads make remote investigations more efficient.
- 2011
Company
A larger vision calls for a larger facility
Wi-Tronix moves into its current Promenade headquarters and expands its platform capabilities.
- 2012
Company
A community takes shape
The first Wi-Tronix User Conference brings customers together to share ideas and best practices.
- 2013
Technology
Innovation gains congressional attention
Congressman Bill Foster visits Wi-Tronix as new integrations such as EOT Data Integration and DVR Download by Location are released.
- 2014
Technology
*Ringing in* ten years of innovation
In-Cab Audio, Train Trip Summary, Fleet Summary, and Auto Data Sharing are released.
- 2015
Technology
More visibility, more automation
In-Cab Audio, Train Trip Summary, Fleet Summary, and Auto Data Sharing are released.
- 2016
Technology
The Violet era begins
The Violet platform launches, establishing the foundation for the connected rail ecosystem.
- 2017
Company
Strategic investment and transit expansion
Siemens becomes a minority investor and Wi-Tronix completes its first light rail deployment.
- 2018
Technology
Scaling innovation
The business adopts SAFe while releasing Camera Obstruction, Chain of Custody, and other new safety technologies.
- 2019
Technology
Trust through security and reliability
Wi-Tronix achieves SOC 2 Type II compliance and launches Offline Viewer, Community, and mobile Live Signals.
- 2019
Technology
Innovation continues during global uncertainty
Data Sharing, One-Click Video Download, LNG Energy Monitoring, and CDS/TOD are released.
- 2020
Technology
Quality becomes a company-wide commitment
Wi-Tronix earns ISO 9001 certification and prepares customers for upcoming LVVR requirements.
- 2022
Company
Industry leadership expands
Rail industry leaders Ed Harris and DJ Stadtler join the Board of Directors as Violet is deployed on its first hydrogen locomotive.
- 2023
Technology
Expanding the connected rail ecosystem
Continued platform growth brings new capabilities across freight, passenger, transit, AI, and cloud-connected applications.
- 2024
Company
Twenty years of rail excellence
Wi-Tronix celebrates two decades of helping railroads improve safety, reliability, and efficiency while welcoming Carla Roderick to its Board of Directors, strengthening the company's rail industry expertise and strategic direction.
- 2025
Company
A new chapter in product leadership
Tim Riley joins Wi-Tronix as Chief Product Officer, Lisa Matta is promoted to Chief Innovation Officer, Eric Santa joins the Executive Leadership Team as Vice President of Product Delivery, and Cloud Connect expands how railroads integrate operational data across their organizations.
- 2026
Technology
AI-powered rail intelligence takes shape
New artificial intelligence, passenger intelligence, and real-time analytics applications accelerate the evolution of the Wi-Tronix platform, while railroad executive Kevin Kingston joins the Board of Directors to support the company's next phase of growth.
Led by rail industry innovators
The future of rail requires bold thinking, deep expertise, and a willingness to challenge conventional approaches.
Wi-Tronix leadership brings together decades of experience across railroad operations, locomotive systems, software development, artificial intelligence, transportation technology, cybersecurity, and product innovation. United by a shared commitment to improving rail safety and operational performance, our leaders continue to shape the next generation of connected rail solutions.
Helping customers turn vision into reality
Railroads depend on technology partners that understand more than just technology. From regulatory requirements and cybersecurity to project funding and deployment support, Wi-Tronix helps customers navigate the challenges of modernizing their operations with confidence.
Regulatory compliance
Supporting rail industry requirements and evolving regulatory frameworks worldwide. Wi-Tronix solutions are designed to help customers navigate complex compliance initiatives, including Transport Canada’s Locomotive Voice and Video Recorder (LVVR) regulation and the FAST Act’s CFR § 229.136 requirements for locomotive image and audio recording on passenger trains.
Our Violet Edge onboard platform supports compliance with North American and Australian event recorder requirements and is designed to meet applicable 49 CFR and IEEE standards. Whether supporting freight railroads, passenger rail operators, or transit agencies, we help customers deploy technology with confidence in highly regulated operating environments.
Quality & security
ISO 9001-certified processes and SOC 2 Type II controls designed to help protect critical rail operations and customer information.
Join the team shaping the future of rail
The challenges facing rail transportation are complex, but so are the opportunities.
At Wi-Tronix, you’ll work alongside engineers, technologists, rail experts, data scientists, and problem-solvers who are passionate about improving the movement of people and goods around the world.
If you’re excited about technology, transportation, and making a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.