This project involved the integration of a new railcar loading platform into an existing industrial building at a high-value edible oils facility serving the chocolate industry. The system was engineered to protect product integrity, support safe operations across coupled railcar strings, and meet strict environmental compliance requirements.
The client required a new railcar loading platform to be integrated into an existing facility while maintaining uninterrupted operations and absolute product integrity. Loading and unloading activities needed full weather protection to prevent any water ingress that could compromise edible oil quality. Operational constraints included permanently coupled railcar strings that could not be uncoupled, requiring continuous safe access along the entire platform length. Additionally, the presence of a nearby irrigation ditch imposed strict environmental regulations, making spill containment and controlled drainage critical to the project’s success.
Prevent falls, contamination, and spill exposure during elevated railcar loading operations
Enable uninterrupted access across multiple railcars without uncoupling or repositioning
Meet environmental, safety, and rail loading regulations with integrated protection systems
Designed for safety, operational performance, and compliance.
Weather-Protected Railcar Access
Tracked Gangway System for Coupled Railcars
Civil & Structural Spill Containment Infrastructure
Integrated Platform & Loading Equipment
Site-specific civil, structural, and loading system design coordination
Turnkey construction of platforms, canopies, gangways, and loading systems
Integrated fall protection and environmentally compliant spill containment systems
System testing, rail coordination, and operator handoff for live operations
Key moments and system details from the installation.
Trusted partners who contributed to this project.
