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Railcar Unloader Upgrades
Railcar Unloader Upgrades

Railcar Unloader Upgrades

The lifespan of a Heyl & Patterson Railcar Dumper can be measured in decades. It is not uncommon for unloading facilities to have equipment with a useful life that exceeds 30 years. To maintain the integrity of the equipment and prolong this lengthy lifespan upgrades are essential.

Mechanical Upgrades

Mechanical Upgrades

Heyl & Patterson’s mechanical upgrades increase Railcar Dumper reliability where it matters most. With machinery made tougher to withstand the rigor of processing heavier cars, Heyl & Patterson is a step ahead with the only built-in-scale earning NTEP certification. Our full line of upgrades includes:

 

  • PLATEN – Weigh scale that’s National Testing and Evaluation Program (NTEP) certified.
  • SPILL GIRDER – Provides a more even weight dispersal to protect cars and prevent damage.
  • EQUALIZED TRUNNIONS – Offer less stress, reduced wear and increased life expectancy.
  • DUST COLLECTION/SUPPRESSION – We offer a variety of systems to accommodate your individual needs.
  • BOTTOM DUMP COVERSION – When required, it provides a modified platen for bottom-dumping flexibility.
  • DUMPER OVER-TRAVEL BUMPERS – Cushion impact in over-travel situations.
  • AUTOLUBE SYSTEMS – Insures constant lubrication.
  • WHEEL CHOCK – Redesigned to fit your needs.
  • ANTI-ROTATION LOCK OUTS – Positively secures dumper against rotation during maintenance.
  • DRIVE UPGRADES- Advanced, single-reducer desging that’s simplified with fewer mover parts for greater reliability.
  • REDESIGNED HYDRAULIC CLAMPS – Increased reliability.
  • CHAIN – More robust chain, chain anchors and sprockets.
  • SPRING – Revamped to handle heavier cars.
  • RE-ENGINEERED POSITIONER HEAD – Incorporates simpler head design that is inexpensive to replace
  • DISC BRAKES – Ultramodern design allows for predictable and steadfast execution.
  • HYDRAULICS – Leading-edge technology and functionality.
Electrical Upgrades

Electrical Upgrades

Heyl & Patterson’s electrical upgrades are wired for peak Railcar Dumper performance. Providing improved multiple components for heightened throughout, smoother operation and reduced wear, with added safety features, our available components include:

  • VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE (VFD) – Increases the life-span of electrical/mechanical components to dramatically extend motor operation.
  • PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLLERS – Offers optimum precision and safety at every command phase.
  • TAGLINE SENSOR – Intuitively senses integrity of railcar clamping.
  • TAG READER – Creates a computerized manifest documenting all cars.
  • SKU SPECIFICS – Instantly detects wrong-way cars to prevent coupling breakage.
  • PLATEN WEIGH SCALE RETROFIT – Model dependent.
  • CLOSED-CIRCUIT MONITORING/HISTORIAN – Problem tracking/performance evaluation profoundly enhanced through cameras/applications that document operating adequacy and efficiency.
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    Canonsburg, PA 15317
  • Phone: 412.481.1100
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