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Important Tips to Consider When Choosing a Good Railway Equipment Company

Vancer Hi-Rail Equipment Keeps Maintenance Operations on Target

There are billions of tons of freight moved by rail each year – and the numbers are only going up. Keeping the country’s supply chain moving is vital, which means Class 1’s, shortlines and contractors need to ensure track is maintained to deliver optimal performance.

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Your Guide to Field Service & Repair

When your equipment is stuck out on the jobsite, or you need an emergency repair outside of typical business hours, contact Vancer for field service.

Introducing the Next Generation Tie Crane

Excavators, wheel loaders, and bulldozers tend to get all the glory when it comes to MOW machinery. Still, tie cranes are the true workhorses for maintenance and transport projects for railroad material handling.

Hi-Rail Equipment for Ballast Maintenance

Vancer’s custom hi-rail excavator line provides quick access for rail crews to tackle remote ballast maintenance projects. Railroads rely on ballast to keep rail traffic moving safely by bearing the load of railroad ties while also managing drainage and vegetation around the tracks. This makes it easy to understand why maintaining ballast is the top priority for maintenance of way crews.

8 Benefits of Buying Used Railroad Equipment

The U.S. freight rail network is an essential and irreplaceable part of our economy. The nearly $80 billion industry spans over 140,000 miles of track that must remain in top condition to keep consumer and manufacturing good moving across the country. That’s why it’s vital to invest in quality equipment for maintenance of way.

Preventive Maintenance: Engine Compartment Check

Daily walk-arounds are a critical part of your preventive maintenance routine. During this inspection, you should pay careful attention to your equipment’s engine compartment. Use a detailed checklist to examine your machine and its engine component to complete the most thorough walk-around possible.

The Clear Solution for Vegetation Management

Uncontrolled vegetation can damage tracks and cars, resulting in disrupted railway service and costly repairs. Keeping trains running safely and smoothly across hundreds and thousands of miles requires proper equipment. Vancer’s hi-rail equipment product line offers the flexibility maintenance crews need to effectively manage projects like vegetation management.

The Importance of Maintenance

Everyone in the construction equipment business knows the old sayings “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” and “a dime of routine and preventive maintenance is worth a dollar in repairs.” And then there’s the adage, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” The first two are true, but the last phrase should be the furthest thing from a construction equipment service person’s mind.