RAILCAR THAWING SYSTEMS
APEC Thermal specializes in efficient thawing solutions, minimizing energy costs while maximizing unloading speed and efficiency. With years of expertise in radiant infrared heating, we design custom systems using gas or electric heaters to keep your operations running smoothly in winter.
ELECTRIC RAILCAR THAWING
Electric systems utilize high-intensity Aitken infrared heaters to thaw railcars. These systems use solid state or mechanical contacts to vary the intensity of the electric heaters and control the temperature of the railcar. Demanding a large amount of power, a new utility service and power distribution equipment are often required at the thawing location.
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APEC has years of experience with electric railcar thawing. We offer everything needed to implement these systems including layout design, equipment, new utility service drawings, and project management.
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
Coal Unloading | Bulk Material Unloading | Port Authorities
BENEFITS
Exact heater control | Considered safer than gas systems
KEY FEATURES
Adjustable Design
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Number of heaters based on required unloading rates
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Infrared Heating
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Heat control for optimization, efficiency, and protection
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Automatic heating cycle control
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Operator Interaction
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Upstream railcars thaw while operators are unloading
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Stop lights help operator index train
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Status lights show states of operation
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Interactive display for setup, status, and maintenance
EXPERIENCE
APEC has years of experience completing projects across the United States.
EVALUATION
THAW STUDY
Evaluates the site, utilities, and required unloading rates to determine the most efficient and cost-effective thawing layout and design to meet your needs
CONCEPT SKETCH
Layout sketch of your unloading site showing thaw system layout with heaters and equipment. Incorporates utility paths and connections to give a picture of the full scope of the project.
QUOTATION
Pricing and estimates to install the designed thawing system.
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