Unloading systems
SCHERZER not only plans and delivers the railcar unloading systems, but also designs the complete unloading system including all trades including automation, loading computers, measurement recording systems, piping systems, power supply, buildings, etc.
In 1977, the first railcar unloading system was planned and delivered by SCHERZER. Since then, SCHERZER has planned, delivered and put railcar unloading systems into operation either as an individual order or in connection with a tank farm construction.
Systems for unloading railcars and the associated automation system are designed according to the respective local conditions and the corresponding customer requirements.
Steel pipe articulated loaders or hose systems with manual fittings or sensor-controlled fittings serve as transfer stations. The products are stored via a combined pipe distribution system via controlled pumps to the tanks. The corresponding distributor can be emptied after each loading process using a residual emptying system.
It is possible to equip railcar unloading systems with a low level of automation. In this case increased personnel requirements at the unloading station must be planned for.
With almost complete automation, after opening the dome cover, connecting the unloading technology, opening the bottom valve and activating a start button on the control system or on site, the unloading is controlled fully automatically and displayed on the control system.
The discharging product is recorded for calibration purposes. The measurement values can be recorded using calibrated tank level measuring devices or via built-in counters in the product line. The product flow can be determined and displayed.
The most modern system is currently located at a tank farm in Ostrow in Poland (ORLEN). This system is used almost entirely in automatic mode. The dome covers are opened and closed manually, as is the connection of the discharge pipes. The entire process up to the complete unloading of the railcars takes place in fully automatic operation. The connection points are monitored with sensors; The controlled fittings as well as the frequency-controlled pumps are regulated depending on the tank fill level.
Please take a look at our brochure on railcar unloading systems.
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On-Spot Loading Facilities Filling tube system Single- and serial loading Bottom loading
