Rail heating and clip applicator

Details Rail heating and clip applicator Rail heating and clip applicator

1997-04-14

1999-07-27

Morano, S. Joseph

Railways

Track layers

104 172, E01B 2900

Patent

active

059272090

ABSTRACT:
A track renewal machine and method provides for the fastening of rails to cross ties without any requirement for secondary destressing. Heat is applied to the rails and the clips are then fastened to secure the rails to the cross ties. The rails are heated with one end unconstrained, the heat being applied to the rails essentially simultaneously with the application of clips and insulators to the rail.

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