Arnold Company is excited to introduce our new service-orientated company Arnco Safety that specializes in the safety services, training, and equipment necessary to keep your team protected and prepared at all times. Arnco Safety represents a new vision on the commitment to safety that has permeated the Arnold Company brand since its inception in 1985. […]
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The Evolution of the Door Buster
Learn how the need for a combination boxcar opener resulted in the launch and evolution of the Door Buster, a single unit designed to open all types of boxcar doors. The Origins of the Door Buster Unit Stored energy in the plug door handle of boxcars, as well as in the doors themselves, poses a […]
Case Study: Improve Material Flow with Railcar Vibration
Prior to using pneumatic roller railcar vibrators, railcars shipping prilled ammonium nitrate across the country faced poor material flow during the unloading process. High Heat, Humidity, and Freezing Temperatures Pose an Extreme Challenge Ammonium nitrate is a salt with strong affinity for water and is very soluble. In high humidity it will absorb moisture, and […]
How to Open Hopper Trailer Gates Safely
Learn step-by-step how using the Door Demon® Hopper Trailer Opener (HTO) not only makes the job of opening hopper trailer gates or traps safer, but easier and more efficient. Key features of the HTO The HTO motor and gear combination has been designed with the right amount of torque to open the toughest trailer gates […]
3 Things to Expect at the Upcoming GEAPS Exchange
This August, the Grain Elevator and Processing Society (GEAPS) hosts their annual grain industry event in Columbus, Ohio! The 2021 GEAPS Exchange puts the latest and greatest parts of the grain industry on full display. Attendees uncover trending industry topics and receive education on best practices for safety. Not to mention there are numerous opportunities […]
Unload Grain Trailers Safely and Efficiently During an Active Harvest
During an active harvest, speed up the unloading process while improving the safety of your operators using our air-powered Hopper Trailer Opener and Vacuum Mounted Vibrator equipment combination. Unload Grain Trailers Safer, Faster, and Easier Unload grain trailers at high-volume unloading locations with the Door Demon® HTO handheld grain trailer opener. The lightweight, portable HTO […]
As the #1 manufacturer of Hopper Gate Openers in the United States and the home of the Door Demon® Hopper Gate Opener, the Arnold Company offers custom designs to meet the specific needs of various working environments.