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Geismar Modern Track Machinery Inc.
Rail Industry Component:
Geismar Modern Track Machinery Inc.: Model BR-1T Ballast Tamping Machine
Geismar Modern Track Machinery Inc.
The ballast tamping machine features a four-tool, adjustable, traversing tamping head that tamps all types of track, including switch ties, under frogs and in switch points. Features include hydraulic controls and excellent visibility. Normal production rate is 120 ties per hour. It is designed to be easily and quickly off-tracked with retractable pneumatic wheels.