TrainWate weighs coupled in-motion cars one axle at a time. TrainWate MDS consists of two rails, one Junction Box, one Data Taker/Junction Box, 110VAC multiple outlet, surge suppressor, temperature sensor and lightning protection. All these component together along with the proper foundation will produce axle weights with better than 1% accuracy for most cars. Installation time on this configuration is typically less than one 8 hour work day. The scale is Windows based and is absolutely the easiest scale to operate and maintain.

General

Accuracy of car weights is 0.5 % to 1.5 %

Electrical Requirements

120VAC 30 AMPS

Delivery and Installation

3 - 5 weeks (subject to prior sale)

Buyer will provide crew for all track work and concrete work if needed.

Viking Scales, Inc. will supervise installation of the scale, will calibrate the system, and train the scale operators on proper use and maintenance of the equipment.

Viking Scales to Provide the Following

One (1) Viking Scale TrainWate MDS as above F.O.B. Georgetown, Texas Including:

  • 7'8" Electronic Weigh Rails (specify size required)

  • Data Taker/Junction Box

  • Steel cover Plate

  • 50' Shielded Cable

  • Temperature Sensor

  • Lightning Protection

  • AEI Car Tag Reader (optional)

  • Buyer to Provide the Following

  • One Scale House w/HVAC to maintain temperature of 60 - 90 degrees F
  • One (1) computer system w/Windows 98 SE and a minimum 500 Mhz processor

  • Four (4) pairs of insulated joints

  • Four (4) select uniform crossties

  • Four (4) pairs Compromise Joint bars (if required) 115 # to __

  • Conduit: 1" EMT

  • Two (2) Bridge Timbers
  • Installation labor including:

  • Excavation by backhoe and/or front-end loader

  • Backhoe operator

  • Track gang
  • All tools necessary for completion of installation
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