Great Northern effects substantial economies in renewing ties by equipping small district maintenance gang with special tools and machines that simplify operation; machines are light enough to be removed quickly from track to allow rail traffic to pass; equipment of gang consists of two tie cutters, tie end remover, spiking machine, push car, and various small tools. (see also Ry Age v 133 n 3 July 21 1952 p 42-3)


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    Title :

    Machines make tie renewals easier


    Additional title:

    Ry Eng Maintenance


    Published in:

    Publication date :

    1952


    Size :

    3 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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