They may be small, but hand held tools are responsible for accomplishing big tasks on the railroad. While users look for lighweight, adaptable and efficient tools, the one characteristic that everyone is in agreement on is that all tools used must be safe.
"This unit is ideal for derailments, new construction and tunnel work," said Al Reynolds, general sales manager at Modern Track Machinery. "Being radio-controlled, the operator does not need to be near the unit while it climbs over rail or up high shoulders of track."Mateo T ools introduces an exclusive Bust-NOut 3-Step Bolt Remo val System, Nos. ZBEC5, ZBCD5 and ZBDR4. All three items are required to properly remove broken bolts or studs without damaging the original threads. These kits feature specialty-end cutting carbide burrs to be used in succession to Step 1 of the Bust-N-Out system, to properly locate a broken bolt center point. The kit prepares broken bolt surfaces for final drilling in the center of a brok en bolt. The existing bolt hole provides a guide for burrs correct alignment to broken surface. Made for use with high-speed right angle grinders.1,000-lumen outpuThe FossForward Innovations' LLG-5 Engine Heater Tester is a two-in-one tool that tests both the engine heater and its power source extension cord. A specific amp reading removes the guesswork from deciding when to replace an engine block heater. Easy to use, the LLG-5 can significantly reduce the number of needed service calls due to cold weather starting problems. Works well for regular PMs in the shop, and portable enough for vehicle site testing.Visit www.fleetmag.com/einquiry and enter 43CembreNitrogen tire inflation serviceSocketPro, from Motionware Tools, is a :3/8"drive adjustable sock et designed to red duce the use of multiple sock ets and add ets extra functions missing from traditional sockets:* Small size ranges: 8mm13mm, 5/16''-l/2''.Kaeser introduces the redesigned SK rotary screw compressor series of 15 hp and 20 hp industrial air compressors. These units provide greater flow at 46-89 cfm with pressures from 80-217 psig. Triple vibration isolation and heavy sound-proofing result in smooth and quiet operation. A single removable panel offers easy access to all preventive maintenance components, and a four-zone air cooling design promotes longer lubricant and motor life. Available as stand-alone compressor units, with integrated dryers or as AirCenter packages, and with variable speed drive."Our new spike driver will effectively be capable of driving spikes in the toughest hardwood applications such as oak and azobe ties of which most drivers in the market place lack the power to accomplish this ability," said Steve Birkholz, president of Racine Railroad Products. "We will also be offering a new high-speed, broach-style cutting rail drill that offers a quick disconnect feature to change out the cutters and rail shoes that can be adapted to more than one rail size. These features will improve productivity and lower the operating costs for our customers."KNEELING SITTING CREEPERClore Automotive' s Solar 6V/12V 3.5-ampnp Pro-Logix Battery Maintainer, No. PL2135, is compatible with a wide variety of bat- Ml tery types, including con ventional, AGM, gel cell, spiral wound, marine and deep-cycle batteries. This fully automatic unit controlsols each phase of the charging process to ensure that each batter y serviced gets an optimal charge.* Handy control buttons and a digital displa y for pressure indication.Circle 1 1 4 on inquiry card or click E-INQUIRY at PTEN.comCircle 100 on inquiry card or click E-INQUIRY at PTEN.comQuickly repair hoses* Only requires the connection of a compressed air line.Visit www.fleetmag.com/einquiry and enter 41The BA 5000 DPF Cleaning System from Baumot works with "air nozzle" technology to direct air through one channel at a time, while the DPF substrate rotates 360 degrees during the cleaning process. The vacuum unit consists of a HEPA filter which captures 99.97 percent of particles at 0.3 microns. The total cleaning cycle from start to finish takes 30 minutes. The BA 5000 can accommodate most DPFs measuring a minimum height of 8.7'' and maximum height 20'', as well as a minimum diameter of 7.5'' and maximum diameter of 15.75''.Safe, biodegradeable formula* Handles up to 100 ft./lbs.12-IN-l E-Z WRENCH SETCircle 1 04 on inquiry card or click ?-INQUIRY at PTEN.comCircle 107 on inquiry card or click E-INQUIRY at PTEN.com* Includes 1\2'', 1\4'' and 3\8'' adapters for T-handle-style use."Cembre Impact Wrenches have been dialed-up to an industry-leading 1,844 ft-lbs. of torque. This additional power enables track workers to fasten and remove screws and bolts with a powerful portable tool," said Drew. "Cembre has developed this electric-powered equipment to supply customer demands for newer, safer and environmentally-friendly tooling. Customers are interested in lowering emissions in order to reach standards set by the transit authorities and city policies. Many transits are already purchasing this electric-powered option for use in tunnels and enclosed areas where gas-powered tools are restricted."Circle 1 1 0 on Inquiry card or click E-INQUIRY at PTEN.com* Heavy-duty pouch.Remove broken bolts or studsRacine Railroad Products is developing a new spike driver that it hopes to introduce in the second half of 2011.
Stanley Railroad Products' most recent product modification was reducing the overall weight of its weld-shears from 126 lbs. to 90 lbs. The company says it is also enhancing its new track jack with a soon-to-be-released new model that will improve durability, while enhancing the operations both in safety and ease of operation.
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