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PROBLEM: |
Air Hose Supports Fail Too Frequently Leading to Hose Separations and Unnecessary Expenses |
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Failed air hose supports are the leading cause for hose separations and unplanned emergency braking. There is no questioning the expense and hardship related to these undesired brake applications . Rubber strap materials are unreliable for the railroad environment and their current metal clip designs are difficult to operate and prone to failure.
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SOLUTION: |
Greater Reliability and Unique Clip Design |
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The Pennsy Air Hose Support is made from a superior polymer material that is well suited for the long, harsh service life on today's railroads. Its resistance to permanent stretch and elongation make it less likely to fail under loading and require fewer and less frequent height adjustments over time. The unique, patented glad hand clip design resists rotation within the air hose glad hand – a leading cause of clip failure – further minimizing the risk for hose separations. All this translates to a more reliable hose support and fewer unexpected stoppage-related expenses.
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RESULTS: |
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- Fewer failed gladhand clips
- More reliable air hose supports
- Longer service life in railroad environment
- easy to grasp, install and adjust with gloved hands
- Requires fewer hose height adjustments
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- Exceeds the New AAR Standard S-4006-02. Pennsy's strap exceeds the requirements set forth by the AAR. Not only is it impervious to the ozone, it also surpasses the 120 hour load test and the 300 lb. load test with no permanent set!
- Rubber Straps Fail Due to Ozone Elements. Rubber straps fail from continued sunlight and ozone exposure. Some chemical environments are so caustic they cause almost immediate failure. Pennsy's elastomer material is impervious to such elements.
- Pennsy's Straps Are Made of Long Lasting Material. Pennsy's Air Hose Support Strap is made of a unique patented elastomer that is far superior to rubber. Pennsy's material has over 10 years of field service.
- Extreme Temperature Tested. Material operating temperature range from - 50° F to 180° F, Pennsy's strap remains unaffected by temperature lows and highs.
- Designed to provide Maintenance Free Service.
Patent Number 601,441,427
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