Gen 4 Railcar Opener

Fourth-generation redesign improves ease of use and reduces workplace hazards

Gen 4 Railcar Opener 2
  • Fourth-generation redesign improves ease of use and reduces workplace hazards when opening railcar gates
  • Delivers powerful 3750 ft/lbs (5080 N-m) of non-impacting torque to safely open and close even the most difficult railcar gates without causing damage
  • Features innovative “stepped” drive tip providing more surface contact with capstans, reducing rollback and minimizing wear on both the opener and railcar components
  • Requires an air supply of 75 cfm at 100 psi (2124 L/min at 6.9 bar) to generate necessary power
  • Includes easily adjustable driveshaft height to accommodate various railcar capstan heights and unloading platform variations
  • Engineered with outriggers that expand up to 67 inches (1719 mm) for greater stability during high-torque operations
  • Designed with ergonomic adjustable handlebars to accommodate operators of different heights
  • Equipped with 10x4 inch (254 x 102 mm) “Never Flat” tires for easy maneuverability of the 305 lbs (139 kg) unit by a single worker
  • Features pivoting wheels that rotate 90 degrees with one lever, allowing the unit to roll with traveling capstans for increased unloading efficiency
  • Operates quietly at only 88 dBa, decreasing the need for ear protection while improving workplace safety and reducing operational costs
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