Door Demon Railcar Openers
HBI carries a wide range of Door Demon Railcar Hopper Gate and
Boxcar Door openers. The Door Demon railcar opener can be operated safely by
one person, therefore, preventing employee injury. The units are powder-coated
“safety yellow” for increased visibility and feature evenly balanced weight
distribution, which makes them safe and easy to maneuver. Because of their
construction, workers no longer have to be under the railcar when the opener is
operating. When the drive controls are released, they automatically return to
the neutral/stop position. The stable platform of the Door Demon allows for
predictable performance.
These are just two of the models
we carry:
The Double Rope Winch Boxcar Door Opener
The forklift-mounted, DC
battery-powered Double Rope Winch (DR Winch) Boxcar Door Opener features two
9,500-pound winches to open even the toughest boxcar doors.
The DR Winch meets OSHA standards
and can improve the overall safety and productivity of your operators. Boxcar
doors are not only difficult to open but also can be dangerous, especially if
the door is damaged or the load has shifted. Two powerful winches enable the door
opener to anchor itself to the boxcar while pulling the sliding door open. The
winches use synthetic rope, which is stronger than steel cable and will not
whip or backlash if cut. The long control cord or optional remote control*
allows the operator to be positioned safely out of harm’s way during the entire
opening and closing process.
*The DR Winch has the option of a
remote control that supports safety efforts while increasing productivity and
reducing downtime. Since boxcars arrive in a variety of conditions, this unit
works to eliminate any additional damage to the boxcar itself as well as
prevent operator injury.
The AC Electric Hopper Gate Door Opener
This electric powered mobile unit
with a 2 horsepower TEFC explosion-proof motor is designed to safely and
efficiently open even the toughest railcar hopper gates. The use of continuous
torque provides significant power in a very controllable manner. With a
lower noise level and the option to incorporate powered vertical lift and
powered side-shifting wheels, operators are removed from any unnecessary
strain.
This unit has a return to centre
control valve and pressure relief protection. This hopper gate door opener
comes with a 26” shaft with Door Demon bit. However, custom lengths are
available. It has a manually adjustable height from 6 to 20 inches for varying
capstan heights.
With multiple motor options and
unit configurations, this popular unit is the perfect combination of power and
mobility built to order based on your specific needs.
For more information, contact HBI.
Online Contact Form: https://hbi.ca/contact
Email: info@hbi.ca
Phone: (519)773-3100
Street Address: 730 Talbot St. West, Aylmer, ON
N5H 2V1
