Rail Products

The 'Octopus' Concrete Sleeper Handler range has been designed to simplify and speed up the safe laying of concrete sleepers for rail and tram networks.
First designed in 2003 to meet a niche market it has proved itself as a reliable performer and has contributed to many hundreds of kilometres of new rail track.

The Octopus can be fitted with a 70 deg slew ring though it is recommended that this attachment be used with a Tilt Rotating Head for maximum efficiency and manoeuvrability.

The Octopus - 4 Concrete Sleeper Handler can be used with a minimum 12 ton excavator.

Specifications

WEIGHT (Tare): 900 kg

HEIGHT: 1.0 metre

WIDTH: 3.0 metres

LENGTH: 2.4 metres

MAXIMUM HYDRAULIC WORKING PRESSURE:

Clamping Cylinders: Max: 2000psi
Min: 1250psi

WARNING:
If clamping pressure drops below 1250psi sleepers may not be retained safely which may cause injury or damage.

WORKING LOAD LIMIT: 1600kg
(4 x 400kg concrete sleepers)

Note: Not to exceed the WLL of the excavator/boom the Octopus is fitted to.

WEIGHT (Gross): 2300kg

This model has proven to be the most popular. Able to lift and lay 6 sleepers it suits the mid range size of excavators above 16 ton.

It is recommended that this attachment be used with a Tilt Rotating Head (or equivalent)for maximum efficiency and manoeuvrability

Specifications:

Weight (Tare): 1500kg

Height:
Folded for transport 1.0 Metre

Unfolded for use 1.4 Metres

Width: 3.0 Metres

Length:
Folded for transport: 2.0 Metres

Extended for use: 4.2 Metres

Working Load Limit: 2400kg
(6 x 400kg concrete sleepers)

Not to exceed the WLL of the excavator/boom the Octopus is fitted to.

Weight(Gross): 3900kg

Maximum Hydraulic Working Pressure:
Clamping Cylinders: Max: 2000psi Min: 1250psi

Warning: If clamping pressure drops below 1250 psi, sleepers may not be retained safely, this may cause injury or damage.

Extension Cylinders:
Cross Line Relief Valve MUST be set to:
Max: 500psi Min: 400psi

Lifting and laying 8 sleepers at a time your choice of this specialist piece of equipment is an investment in the most cost effective method of laying high volumes of concrete sleepers accurately while minimising manual handling inputs.
It is recommended that the series III Octopus attachment be used with a minimum 30 ton excavator fitted with a tilt rotating head for maximum efficieny and manoeuvrability


Specifications

WEIGHT (Tare): 2700kg

HEIGHT:
Disassembled for transport: 1.4 Metres
Partly folded with braces fitted: 3.5 Metres

WIDTH: 3.1 Metres

LENGTH:
Partly folded with braces fitted: 2.4 Metres
Fully unfolded: 5.2 Metres

WORKING LOAD LIMIT: 3200kg
(8 x 400kg concrete sleepers)

WEIGHT (Gross): 5900kg


MAXIMUM HYDRAULIC WORKING PRESSURE:

Clamping Cylinders:
Max: 2000psi Min: 1250psi

WARNING: If clamping pressure drops below 1250psi sleepers may not be retained safely, this may cause injury or damage.

Extension Cylinders:
(Cross Line Relief Valve MUST be set to:)
Max: 500psi Min: 400psi

A general purpose grab which can be used for steel, wood or concrete sleepers or side insertion of sleepers.
Includes rubber pads which can be removed if necessary to suit individual user requirements/applications.
Suitable for excavators min 13 ton
Weight: 350kg

The Fork/Grab has been designed to facilitate the safe and efficient handling of packs of sleepers, but also has the option of picking up and positioning single sleepers as required.
The Fork/Grab attachment is particularly suitable for use on 8 to 16 ton excavators.

-Weight (Tare): 360kg
-Working Load Limit (RatedCapacity) 2500kg @0.5M
Not to exceed the WLL of the excavator / boom the Fork / Grab is fitted to.

-Height: 850mm
-Width: 1030mm
-Length: 1900mm
-Tyne Length: 1200mm

Maximum Hydraulic Working Pressure:
-Clamping Cylinder: Max: 2600psi/180bar

Caution:
Ensure operational clamping pressure is sufficient to safely retain sleeper prior to lifting. Insufficient clamping pressure when lifting sleeper may cause injury to persons or damage to equipment.

Note: It is recommended that the fork/ Grab attachment be used with a maximum 16-17 ton excavator fitted with over-centre lockout valves on all boom cylinders and coupled to a rotating head attachment.

The Platypus Concrete Sleeper Handler - Standard Blade and Grab has been designed to simplify and speed up the safe replacement of railway sleepers within the rail network of Australia. The choice of this specialist piece of equipment is an investment in the most cost effective means to replace railway sleepers with minimal manual handling input.
The grab has been designed to pick up and side insert concrete sleepers under rail line while the blade allows for the efficient removal of excess ballast for ease of sleeper insertion.

Platypus Specifications:
-Weight (Tare): 360kg
-Height: 1.1 Metres
-Width (Standard Blade): 0.63 Metres
-Length (Standard Blade) 1.2 Metres
-Working Load Limit: 400kg
(1 x 400kg Concrete Sleeper)
Note: Not to exceed the WLL of the excavator / boom the Platypus is fitted to:

Note:
IT is recommended that the Platypus attachment be used with a tilt rotating head for maximum manoeuvrability and with a minimum 12 ton excavator fitting with overcentre lock out valves on all boom cylinders.

The addition of the clip pusher in this model allows for clips on the sleeper to be fixed to the inside of the rail.
A fast and efficient method saves manual handling,time and money.

Platypus Specifications:
-Weight (Tare): 440kg
-Height: 1.1 Metres
-Width (Standard Blade): 0.63 Metres
-Length (Standard Blade) 1.2 Metres
-Working Load Limit: 400kg
(1 x 400kg Concrete Sleeper)
Note: Not to exceed the WLL of the excavator / boom the Platypus is fitted to.

Note:
It is recommended that the Platypus attachment be used with a tilt rotating head and with a minimum 12 ton excavator fitted with overcentre lock out valves on all boom cylinders.

The 1200 wide blade platypus with a 250mm cut out provides a fast and efficient method to clear ballast away from both sides of the rail with one pass. With the inclusion of the clip pusher and grab this platypus will ensure the most efficent method for the side insertion of sleepers.

Platypus Specifications:
-Weight (Tare): 560kg
-Height: 1.1 Metres
-Width (Wide Blade): 1.2 Metres
-Length (Wide Blade) 1.6 Metres
-Working Load Limit: 400kg
(1 x 400kg Concrete Sleeper)
Note: Not to exceed the WLL of the excavator / boom the Platypus is fitted to

Note:
It is recommended that the Platypus attachment be used with a tilt rotating head and with a minimum 12 ton excavator fitted with overcentre lock out valves on all boom cylinders.

Designed specifically for side insertion and handling of timber sleepers. The sliding grab provides adjustment of pressure to suit the inconsistent measurements of timber sleepers and avoid damage to the sleeper.

This grab has been designed to pick up points bearers up to 6 meters in length.

Specifications:
Tare: 370kg
WLL: 1800kg

Rail Scissors

Designed to clamp directly over the head of the rail, and is a means of lifting lengths of rail.

Rail Scissors include 2 x 4.7ton Bow shackles & 1 x 12 ton Bow Shackle + Ring


Rail Drag Block

Designed to fit over the head of the rail, and
is a means of dragging or pulling lengths of rail.

Rail Block includes 1 x 12 ton Bow Shackle

Developed by Harrybilt Engineering this piece of equipment has been specifically designed to provide an efficient method of handling rail. First designed in 2007 to meet a niche market, it has proved itself as a reliable performer and has contributed to the laying and maintenance of many hundreds of kilometres of rail track.

The grab will grip under the head of the rail for lift. The hardened point allows threader to slide under rail, even through ballast and the vertical and horizontal rollers provide low resistance support so the threader can slide along the rail providing lift of the rail on or off the sleeper.
This reduces manual handling and the O H & S issues related to moving heavy rail.

It is recommended that the Rail Threader be used with a FireAnt 360 Degree Rotating head fitted to the excavator.

This grab is designed to pick up 12 sleepers from a standard stack. Providing a fast and efficent method for unloading and moving sleeper stock.

The Tamping Head Ballast Compaction Units have been designed to efficiently compact ballast following replacement of railway sleepers on the rail networks of Australia.

The No. 1 unit (small 2 leg) is particularly suitable for use on backhoes and 2-8 ton excavators.

Specifications:

WEIGHT (Tare): 240kg
HEIGHT: 1.2 Metres
WIDTH: 0.67 Metres
LENGTH: 0.7 Metres

The No. 2 unit (medium 4 leg) is particularly suitable for use on backhoes and 4-10 ton excavators.

WEIGHT (Tare): 470kg
HEIGHT: 1.2 Metres
WIDTH: 0.6 Metres
LENGTH: 0.7 Metres

The No.3 unit (large 4 leg) is particularly suitable for use on 14-18 ton excavators.

WEIGHT (Tare): 750kg
HEIGHT: 1.45 Metres
WIDTH: 0.85 Metres
LENGTH: 0.9 Metres

We manufacture Rail Trailers to the following specifications:

• Gauge convertible undercaridge - narrow/standard/broad
• 4mt deck length. Main rails 200 x 100RHS. Width between rails 1100mm
• Twist function on one end to meet ARTC and Railcorp specifications
• 4 x 325Ø fully insulated wheels
• 4 x wheel brakes with fail safebreakaway braking system
• Ringfeder coupling 1 end to enable “Trailer to Machine” hook up with no
personnel in the crush zone
• Drawbar with Ringfeder type eyes on each end
• 4 x fold down lifting points for chain lifting attachment
• 5mm plate floor
• 6 x post pockets on out-side of chassis rails to suit 75 x 75 SHS
• 4 x posts supplied
• 2 x underfloor forklift pockets to enable lifting of trailer or storage of our Fork Grab unit.

OPTIONS

. Fixed or hooked chain sets for lifting trailer
. Bulk - Tipper Bodys
. Fold down ramps for loading machinery
. Sleeper Top
. Full Top
. Regulation Lighting (red/white - solar or trailer)
. Tow both ends