Loram’s Raptor Rail Train on Union Pacific in Reniek, Mo. by Jennifer Nunez, assistant editor
proper handling for moving materials Multi-purpose and safe equipment is what the railroads want.
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ail, crossties and other materials are heavy, bulky and not easily moved from one place to another, whether crews are installing or removing. Suppliers offer trusted and safe equipment to get the job done within tight work windows.
Brandt
Brandt Rail Services says customers are seeing the benefits of concrete ties, however, the company notes installing concrete ties is a more time consuming process requiring specific technologies. Brandt recently developed a system to handle concrete ties. The company says concrete ties are shipped to customer locations by various means; once at the customer site, the concrete ties are generally loaded on to a distribution platform. “We were challenged by a client to eliminate the need to double handle the tie before it is placed at the installation location,” the company noted. “The customers have been satisfied that we have eliminated this challenge and were able to capitalize on the Brandt OTM Tracker system’s 16 Railway Track & Structures
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productivity and efficiencies. “With work windows becoming tighter and production equipment not easily available, efficiency becomes paramount,” Brandt explained. “With the industry proven OTM Tracker system, Brandt Rail Services has developed a distribution platform capable of meeting these demands.”
Dymax
Dymax Rail recently launched a few products, one of which is the Dymax Rail Trailer line, which includes improved braking performance and the all new solar-powered battery backup lighting. The red and white LED lighting system features automatic direction sensing. This product is designed for working behind hi-rail grapple trucks or other road rail vehicles, such as excavators and swing loaders. “The overall sense of the market is good,” explained Kevin Klenklen, director of rail products. “We’re seeing continued growth outside North America, as well as a steady rise of traffic from the U.S. and Canadian Markets. Southeast Asia has been particularly good for Dymax.” www.rtands.com