When a worker is on, under, or between rolling equipment, the blue flag sign is the one thing standing between them and a machine that cannot see them coming. It has to be readable across a rail yard, survive grease and crosswind, and stay exactly where it was placed until the worker who set it…
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Blue flagging protects railroad workers from being struck or crushed by moving equipment while they work on or beneath locomotives, railcars, and other rolling stock. Federal law requires it. Violations carry serious civil penalties. And the physical blue flag itself — the aluminum staff in your hand — is the last line of defense between…
Do you need access to the locomotives for service? Use this rolling ramp Aluminum work platform. Here are some concept drawings and, the finished product photos. This is an elevated rail work platform for safe and easy access to the locomotive running board. It increases access options to service locomotives on tracks without a fixed…
Locomotive Truck Coil Spring Alignment Tool When a traction motor is being set, the coil springs on the locomotive truck have to be aligned, and the natural way to do it is to reach in with your hands. If the motor shifts, that reach becomes an injury. This tool gives you the extra reach to…
End of Locomotive Repair Work Platform Revolutionize Your Maintenance Operations with the Portable Track Work Platform As a maintenance professional, you know the challenges of accessing hard-to-reach areas on locomotives or railcars. Traditional methods are often cumbersome and hazardous. These inefficiencies delay schedules and increase injury risks. Consequently, they affect productivity and profitability. The Challenge…
Mobile Supply Cart with Integrated Printer and Scanner Station Are you looking to optimize your warehouse or inventory management system? Our customized supply cart solution combines mobility with secure equipment mounting for efficient parts processing and labeling. Features and Specifications This heavy-duty steel supply cart has been field-tested and enhanced with several practical improvements to…
