subject: Prefer Using Mobile Railcar Movers [print this page] Mobile railcar movers are by far the best way to move bulky freight and materials from point to point and particularly in industries where rail to road switching is involved. For businesses whose shipping logistics involve railcars, both for sending and receiving material, mobile railcar movers are the perfect fit. Not only do they help maximize productivity, but also help to minimize transportation costs.
Why mobile railcar movers are the first choice today
Railcar movers can travel on road surfaces and rough terrains as well as on railroad tracks with ease. Their ability to do this eliminates the need to clear the tracks to access the railcar you want. Railcar movers have AAR couplers that enable them shift railcars across your yard or siding. This in turn promotes the smooth flow of traffic with minimal interruptions.
Rather than invest in their own mobile railcar movers, some businesses consider going in for a switcher locomotive or use railroad services to handling the switching. But this can end up being more expensive in the long run. Businesses are always looking for ways to cut costs and maximize their return on investment. Depending on a railroad service can sometime mean delays without warning, upsetting the whole chain of events. This makes it an unreliable option especially if it is not available in an emergency. Purchasing or leasing your own mobile railcar moveris a cost-effective option as it offers full control over costs and operations, both of which are critical aspects in material handling.
The Trackmobile railcar mover is the number one choice for rail-road switching operations. They are available in three models with innovative features. Based on specific requirements, businesses can choose between the Titan, Hercules and Viking railcar movers. The top of the line model, the Titan is feature-packed with the following unique features:
A pivoting mainframe, maintaining four point rail contact
Quick mechanical response when the track is uneven, managing weight transfer among the four wheels automatically
Digital instrumentation
CAN BUS control
High visibility video display gauges
Warning and shut down alerts
Comfortable operators cab
Seat mounted coupler and train air brake controls
Video reference system
Torque converter drive and cog drive on the mobile railcar mover
100% integrated remote control
Max Trac to prevent wheel slipping
Max Tran weight transfer management with additional safety for ground staff and improved coordination between operator and ground person.
The ground control system of GCS is a special patented feature in Trackmobile railcars which allows the crew to handle critical operator controls. Routine operations involve one operator in the cab and a ground person. In certain situations, the ground person must be confident that the railcar will stay immobile when it connects to the train air slip fittings and during door inspection. The feature also allows the ground person to catch the operators attention, facilitating communication even if it is not possible to talk directly or look at each other.
Besides making it the ideal fit for material handling, Trackmobile mobile railcars are also known for their excellent parts and service support and together, this makes them the right choice.
