Rotary railcar dumpers and train positioners

Rotary railcar dumpers and train positioners Metso’s rotary railcar dumper and positioner systems have set the worldwide industry standard with the most technologically advanced list of standard features for system dependability, efficient operation, and long service life. With a wide choice of configurations and features, Metso can service random car and unit trains of any length, style, and varying car size. Single, tandem or triple car dumpers provide capacities from 453 to 9,072 mtph. Complete systems Metso’s capabilities in design, supply, installation, and commissioning provide complete...

Rolled “T” end rings Reduces structural stress and extends service life by utilizing a standard “T” shape to construct the flange and portion of the web. Promotes extended barrel life. A special five-year warranty is offered by Metso on rolled “T” end rings. Wheel clamps Secures railcar in place during dumper rotation. Hydraulic clamping mechanism pinches wheels, securing car for safe dumping. Also holds train in position while positioner is returning to index the next railcar. Breakaway car clamps with spring relief feature A vertical pivot allows the clamp head to rotate if struck on the side...

Double/quad wheel trunnions Excellent for heavy railcar handling. Distributes the end ring load to 8 or 16 points instead of 4. Reduces fatigue loading of each cycle on the end ring, greatly extending barrel life. Rail and trunnion wheel surface wear life is improved due to reduced stress. Blocking mechanism Maintains support of railcar sidewalls during rotation. Maximizes railcar side support and minimizes car shifting during dumper operation. Prevents damage to railcar caused by excessive side stresses. Two-position shiftable blocking can be provided to accommodate wide locomotives. Dual heavy-duty...

Metso’s basic rotary car dumper makes handling a wide variety of materials a rapid, automatic process Multiple barrel configurations dump 2, 3, or 4 railcars simultaneously to increase traditional unloading capacity Positioning systems ... to service any application Metso’s train positioner systems are designed to move individual blocks of 1-10 railcars up to unit trains in excess of 200 railcars. Most systems are computer-monitored and SCR-controlled to meet exacting dumping requirements. For high speed, high capacity requirements, Metso offers an over-the-coupler positioning arm, holding arm,...

Rotaside dumpers for random cars lift the car during dumping, therefore reducing the depth of the receiving hopper and foundation This C-frame (crescent) design allows the positioner to move through the barrel, promoting efficient handling of random cars Train simulation program Metso’s train simulation program evaluates the dynamics of the train configurations for the facility. • Calculates speeds, loads, cycle times, and in-train forces • Calculates load on coupler and positioner system arms Metso’s train simulation program calculates speeds, loads, cycle times, and in-train forces, and evaluates...

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