Discover how a San Francisco Bay Area public transportation authority transformed their maintenance crew’s access to train cars with ErectaStep’s modular solutions. Facing the challenge of replacing inefficient mobile stairs, they found an adaptable, safe, and efficient solution that could be reconfigured to meet future needs without additional parts or customization. This case study showcases ErectaStep’s versatility and its significant impact on operational safety and productivity. Dive into the details of this innovative project and see how flexibility in design can lead to substantial improvements in the public transportation maintenance sector.
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Test Stand Access Platform Installation
ErectaStep’s stair and access platform installation at a Cla-Val Valve Test Stand, illustrates a blend of safety, efficiency, and modular design in a tight space. Kinley Construction, a general contractor specializing in industrial construction in North America, spearheaded the construction of a valve Test Stand In the heart of Costa Mesa, CA, at the Cla-Val
Read moreInnovative Marine Loading Dock Installation at a Chemical Plant in Beaumont, TX
Project Profile – Replaced 12 Marine Loading Arms on 3 docks Installation and Operation The installation of all 12 DockReels was completed successfully, marking it the first of its kind in the U.S. for marine loading. The new system is now fully operational, and its effectiveness has led the company to recognize it as a
Read moreAdvanced Flatbed Fall Protection for a Leading Steel Pipe and Tube Manufacturer
Customer Overview In the dynamic and demanding world of logistics and material handling, importance is placed on the safety of operators engaged in the loading and tarping of flatbed trailers. Our customer, a manufacturer in the steel industry, excels in producing high-quality steel pipes and tubes. The customer’s commitment to safety is paramount, especially when
Read moreCustomized Gangways Installation at a Mississippi Specialty Chemical Company
SafeRack successfully completed a significant project for a specialty chemical company located along the Upper Mississippi. This company, specializing in the unloading of Phthalic and Maleic Anhydride liquid railcars and the shipping of various resin products via tank trucks, sought SafeRack’s expertise to improve the safety and efficiency of their operations. Client’s Challenge The primary
Read moreRailcar Unloading Terminal Installation in El Dorado, Kansas
In the heart of El Dorado, Kansas, we recently completed a unique project that showcases our products and consulting and installation services. This 3-spot railcar unloading terminal project was designed for a client specializing in producing petroleum performance-enhancing products. The client’s expertise lies in providing high-quality automotive maintenance services, enhancing the performance and longevity of
Read moreCustom Trolley Beam Fall Protection Solution in a Constrained Environment
SafeRack’s Customized Trolley Beam Fall Protection Solution in a Constrained Environment for Food Manufacturing Facility SafeRack, known for its innovative safety solutions, completed a critical fall protection project at a food manufacturing facility. This project was distinguished by the need to engineer and install a system in a remarkably tight space, presenting unique challenges. The
Read moreHydrochloric Acid Railcar Loading Station
This is an installation of a new Hydrochloric Acid railcar loading station. The project scope included a new galvanized access platform, flat ramp telescoping gangway, powder-coated orange four-rail elevating cage, and a new by-pass arm. Since HCI is a highly corrosive medium, a standard loading arm was not an option. The customer was using chemical
Read morePrevent soft tissue injuries by upgrading your loading terminal with a By-Pass Loading Arm
SafeRack typically recommends rigid pipe loading arms where possible for the following reasons: Balanced design throughout their range of motion Can be moved into position with ease Designed not to hit the platform – protecting assets and the operator Ergonomics – one-man operation However, not every liquid chemical can travel thru a loading arm, such
Read moreProject Profile – Lanxess Oleum Loading Facility
Location Memphis, Tennessee Project Oleum Single Spot Top Loading Rail Car Station Service Demo, Design, Foundations, Erection with SafeRack MaxRack Client LANXESS Chemical Materials/Product Oleum Materials/Product NGL components SafeRack was approached by Senior Mechanical Engineer, Richard Davenport, to provide a Turn-key offering for a single spot rail loading solution. Adamant about having one point of
Read moreCustom Alaska MarinaStep Installation
by Liam HindleyIn the high seas of remote Alaska, loading and unloading people and supplies can be treacherous. SafeRack’s MarinaStep custom marine gangway proved to be the perfect solution for a local fish processor’s safety improvements. In the case of this particular project, the berthing area was not square with the face of the dock causing the
Read moreCemex – GX Gangway with Powered RetractAlok Installation
by Liam HindleyCemex is a global building materials company headquartered in Mexico with ready-mix concrete, aggregate, and cement facilities serving more than 50 countries across the Americas, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. When their Gulf Coast cement loading plant was ready to improve efficiency and safety, our GX Gangway system with RetractAlok was the perfect
Read moreAccess to Shafer cabinets for maintenance and servicing
Beautiful West Texas!!!!! Believe it or not- SafeRack has many jobs that happen overnight and platforms are imperative before closing a job like this installation ErectaSteps modular design is patented and installations like this are simple and often can be installed in a day. We were asked for “Removable Handrails“ for easy access to the
Read moreBoiler Access Project Profile – RollaStep saves $50K from custom fabrication.
RollaStep’s mobile cantilever work platform solves boiler access problems while saving DCO Energy, a thermal power plant company, 80% of project costs, and over two months in production time. With one of the best reputations in the energy business for the gaming industry, DCO Energy is a vertically integrated company that handles engineering, construction, start-up,
Read more3D scan technology eliminates human error on complicated industrial applications
Location Glendale, AZ Project Asphalt Loading Terminal Product 720′ loading platform, tracking gangways and pivoting safety cage, vapor fans & many other terminal safety features. Client HollyFrontier Materials/Product Asphalt Retrofitting new equipment in an industrial facility can be challenging, especially with pipes, pipe bridges, and many other obstacles. SafeRack, leading the industry in innovation, manufactured
Read moreProject Profile – RollaStep as a Scaffolding Alternative
A large tire manufacturing plant had to regularly access their heat exchangers, a piece of equipment that is used in transferring heat between a solid object and a fluid, or between two or more fluids. Workers needed a work platform to access these heat exchangers for maintenance every 4-6 weeks throughout the year. Each time scaffolding was rented and
Read moreRailcar NGL Fractionation Loading Terminal
Location McPherson, Kansas Project NGL Fractionation Loading Terminal Product SafeRack gangways, loading arms, and Hemco pivot mounts retrofit Client Oneok, Natural Gas Liquids Segment Materials/Product NGL components Project Profile: Railcar NGL Fractionation Loading Terminal for ONEOK ONEOK is committed to making continuous improvements to conserve resources and protect its employees, and SafeRack was proud to
Read moreHydraulic Powered Flatbed Truck Platform Installation – Coastal Chemical
This Coastal Chemical installation in Houston, Texas, is for tying down and tarping dry bulk bags or super sacks on flatbed trailers. Installed at Coastal Chemical, this solution aids the flatbed truck operator to safely secure and tarp dry bulk bags or super sacks for transport. Using the RollaStep MP Series mobile platforms, a hydraulic
Read moreErectaStep LPG loading access platform installation in Canada
A facility with an LPG loading terminal was in a location that got slippery and muddy during the harsh Canadian winters or when it rained. The terminal also had trip hazards and was wearing out hose prematurely. Through Northern Platforms, our Canadian distributor, they were able to work with the customer’s budget and provided a
Read moreHigh-volume petroleum terminal benefits from an engineered loading arm solution
Loading Arm Upgrade Significantly Improves Operations Originally built in the 1940s, a high-volume bottom-loading petroleum terminal in Kentucky had truck-loading lanes that had undergone a patchwork of upgrades, expansions, and reconfigurations over the years. These uncoordinated improvements resulted in disorganized, inefficient loading operations over time. The hodge-podge of cumbersome components was poorly spaced. And incompatible
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