Product Description: The M-26 is a patented elevating platform designed for tank trucks, providing railing fall protection for all top ports. It features self-adjusting stairs for safe access and is ideal for loading operations, with the capability to mount loading arms or piping directly on the mast.
Materials of Construction: The platform is made of 1” serrated bar grating with a 6” channel framework. Stairs have 24-inch wide grip strut treads. Railings are constructed from 1 1/2” x 11 gauge steel tubing or 2 x 2x 1/4” angle for galvanized options. The mast is made from 12” steel tubing.
Finish: The standard finish is a gray shop primer, with top coat options available per customer specifications. A hot-dipped galvanized finish is also available.
Safety: The M-26 meets all OSHA requirements for tank truck platforms.
Approximate Weight: The mast, actuator, carriage, and platform weigh approximately 4,000 lbs, while the stairs weigh 820 lbs.
Mechanical Actuator: Features a 10-ton machine screw with a safety boot and high/low limit switches. It is self-locking with a travel length of 4 ft and a speed of 27 in./min, powered by a 3 HP motor with optional voltage.
Controls: Includes a push button station, automatic safety switch, and reversing combination motor starter. Push buttons are also located at platform level. NEMA 3R standard, with explosion-proof options available.
Installation: The unit is mostly shipped assembled, requiring only the stairs and platform section to be bolted on-site. Typically, two men can assemble the unit in one day after the foundation is poured.
Contact Information: G-RAFF Systems, Division of Benko Products, Inc., 5350 Evergreen Pkwy, Sheffield Village, OH 44054. Phone: (440)238-4360, Fax: (440)238-4363, Website: www.g-raffsystems.com, Email:
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