Prepare your operators who face repetitive, challenging unloading tasks with durable equipment that gets the job done safely and improves productivity. Using unreliable unloading equipment can make the job of material receiving much more difficult than necessary. Lack of equipment or equipment that is unsuitable for certain work environments further compromises safety and efficiency. Oftentimes, […]
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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 and Humidity 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 the small […]
New Ride-On Railcar Hopper Gate Opener Designed for High-Volume Applications
Open hopper gates safely and efficiently in high-volume railyards using the brand new and highly automated Ride-On Beam Mounted unit. The Evolution of the Multi-Position Hopper Gate Opener The original Multi-Position flagship unit includes an electric over hydraulic system with powered height adjustment, as well as powered forward and retract motion. The unit rolls easily […]
Q&A with the Cleveland Vibrator Company
Arnold Company recently uncovered the following insights on vibration solutions from Sales & Customer Service Lead Mike Stratis of the Cleveland Vibrator Company. Learn more about the history behind vibration technology and equipment, how vibration improves productivity for a variety of industries, and why the Rhino Railcar Vibrator Lifter makes the unloading process safer and […]
The Evolution of the Hopper Trailer Opener
Find out how changes in the grain industry increased demand for the Hopper Trailer Opener, the world’s first handheld, powered grain trailer opener. Introducing a Safer Solution to Help Solve Common Industry Challenges Prior to the introduction of the Hopper Trailer Opener (HTO), Arnold Company would occasionally receive inquiries about a product for opening grain […]
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 […]
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.