Loading Racks and Platforms In Ontario & Across Canada
At Ontario Hose, we offer a comprehensive range of safety systems designed to ensure the safe and efficient loading and unloading of trucks and railcars. Our loading racks and platforms are engineered to meet the highest standards of safety and functionality, providing solutions tailored to your specific needs.
Loading Racks
What is a Loading Rack?
A loading rack is a structure that consists of a platform and a loading arm used during the loading and unloading process for trucks and railcars. It allows workers to safely access the top of a truck or train at the height needed for their application.
Loading Rack Features:
- Pre-engineered platform configurations and custom designs.
- 1-1/2 standard pipe top rail, designed to meet OSHA standards.
- Serrated bar grating or other slip-resistant walk surfaces available in stainless steel, aluminum, or fiberglass.
- Platforms designed to support one or multiple gangways as required.
- Design loads for footing requirements can be provided.
Loading Rack Designs
- Cement Loading/Unloading Rack
- Frac Sand Loading/Unloading Rack
- Asphalt Loading/Unloading Rack
- Multiple Railcar Loading Racks
Loading Rack Designs
Single Pedestal Design
Our single pedestal design requires a smaller footprint for situations where space is a concern. This design reduces the number of concrete footings required, saving time and money during installation.
Tower Support Design
Our tower support design is used when piping needs to be supported under the platform or when there are existing obstructions running down the center of the platform. This design is ideal for installations requiring a canopy or involving loading arms.
Custom Solutions for Multiple Railcar Systems
We engineer systems to provide safe access for operators, whether the railcars are coupled or uncoupled. Our solutions include tracking gangways, which eliminate railcar mis-spotting issues and ensure operator safety with OSHA-compliant fall prevention safety cages.
Portable Transloading Platforms
Our mobile loading racks provide access for loading and unloading applications in the rail, trucking, marine, and oil and gas industries. These platforms offer customized solutions and are OSHA certified.
Custom Tracking Gangways
We offer modular base treads that can be adapted from a fixed mount to a pivot mount or tracking gangway without needing to replace the entire gangway. This flexibility allows for efficient upgrades and customization based on changing needs.
Engineering Expertise
Our trained and experienced engineering staff will work with you to design and build loading racks that meet your specific requirements. From the preliminary stages to the final installation, we ensure that our systems are exactly how you envisioned them.
Example Project: Ethanol Loading System
We designed and built a platform for a customer needing to load 20 railcars concurrently within a limited space. Our custom solution included stairs, additional space under the platform for bottom loading hoses, and tracking gangways with tracking handrails to eliminate railcar mis-spotting.
Contact Us for Safety Systems
Ensure the safety and efficiency of your loading and unloading operations with our comprehensive safety systems. Contact Ontario Hose today to learn more about our products and how we can meet your specific needs.
- Phone: (905) 670-0113
- Email: webstore@ontariohose.com