Customized 25 Ton Electric Rail Transfer Cart for Steel Mill Material Transportation
1.Introduction
The Customized 25-Ton Electric Rail Transfer Cart is a tailored heavy-duty solution designed for efficient and reliable material transportation in steel mills. Engineered to handle specific operational needs—such as load dimensions, track layout, and environmental conditions—it transports steel coils, slabs, billets, or raw materials between key areas like melting shops, rolling mills, and storage yards. Its electric power system ensures clean, quiet, and low-maintenance operation. With customizable features like remote control, automated positioning, and enhanced safety mechanisms, this cart streamlines logistics, minimizes manual handling, and boosts productivity in the demanding environment of a steel plant. 
2.Application
Distribution of steelmaking auxiliary materials and alloy additives
In the steelmaking area, it undertakes the task of transporting auxiliary materials from the material silo to the converter/electric furnace operation platform. Equipped with dust-proof sealing covers and anti-spillage hoppers, it ensures the cleanliness and precise delivery of powder or granular materials during transportation.
Transfer of spare parts and tools in the continuous casting area
Beside the continuous casting machine production line, be responsible for transporting heavy spare parts or maintenance tools such as molds and foot roller sections to the maintenance point. The platform can be customized with dedicated brackets or tool racks to fix spare parts of different shapes, enabling rapid response and efficient maintenance.
Turnover of small rolls and accessories in the steel rolling workshop
In the steel rolling workshop, it is used for transporting small rolls, guide guard devices and other process accessories. It adopts a low-platform design and integrates a hydraulic lifting function, facilitating rapid connection and loading/unloading with the maintenance platform or transport vehicles beside the rolling mill.
The connection between the finishing line and the finished product warehouse
Transport the small-batch finished steel products (such as small steel coils and plate bundles) that have undergone finishing treatment to the temporary storage or shipping area of the finished product warehouse. Customize V-shaped saddles or flat plates with guardrails according to the shape of the goods to ensure stability and safety during transportation.
3.Details
4. Parameter
| Model | BDG-2t | BDG-5t | BDG-10t | BDG-16t | BDG-20t | BDG-25t | BDG-30t | BDG-40t | BDG-50t | BDG-63t | BDG-80t | BDG-100t | BDG-150t | |
| Rated Load(t) | 2 | 5 | 10 | 16 | 20 | 25 | 30 | 40 | 50 | 63 | 80 | 100 | 150 | |
| Table Size (mm) | Length(L) | 2000 | 3500 | 3600 | 4000 | 4000 | 4500 | 4500 | 5000 | 5500 | 5600 | 6000 | 6500 | 10000 |
| Width(W) | 1500 | 2000 | 2000 | 2000 | 2200 | 2200 | 2200 | 2500 | 2500 | 2500 | 2600 | 2800 | 3000 | |
| Height(H) | 450 | 450 | 500 | 550 | 550 | 600 | 600 | 650 | 650 | 700 | 800 | 900 | 1200 | |
| Wheel Base(mm) | 1200 | 2500 | 2600 | 2800 | 2800 | 3200 | 3200 | 3800 | 4200 | 4300 | 4700 | 4900 | 7000 | |
| Rail Inner Gauge(mm) | 1200 | 1435 | 1435 | 1435 | 1435 | 1435 | 1435 | 1435 | 1435 | 1435 | 1800 | 2000 | 2000 | |
| Wheel Diameter (mm) | 270 | 270 | 300 | 350 | 350 | 400 | 400 | 500 | 500 | 600 | 600 | 600 | 600 | |
| Wheel Quantity | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 8 | |
| Ground Clearance(mm) | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 75 | 75 | 75 | 75 | |
| Running Speed (m/min) | 0-25 | 0-25 | 0-25 | 0-20 | 0-20 | 0-20 | 0-20 | 0-20 | 0-20 | 0-20 | 0-20 | 0-20 | 0-18 | |
| Motor Power(kw) | 0.8 | 0.8 | 1.5 | 2.2 | 2.5 | 3 | 4 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 11 | 15 | |
| Transformer Power(KVA) | 3 | 3 | 5 | 6.8 | 6.8 | 6.8 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 20 | 20 | 30 | 30 | |
| Transformer Quantity | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| Running Distance(m) | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 60 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | |
| Max Wheel Load(KN) | 14.4 | 25.8 | 42.6 | 64.5 | 77.7 | 94.5 | 110.4 | 142.8 | 174 | 221.4 | 278.4 | 343.8 | 265.2 | |
| Recommended Rail Model | P15 | P18 | P18 | P24 | P24 | P38 | P38 | P43 | P43 | P50 | P50 | QU100 | QU100 | |
5.Advantages
---- Low noise It causes low noise level.
---- Maximum safety Offers guarantee of maximum safety for operators and for the material handled. We really care about the safety of everyone involved in the job.
---- Easy for operation These vehicles are easy to drive, so as soon as you get it you will be able to use it to transport your loads. We will support you to make the best out of your heavy load transporter.
---- Easy to implement into manufacturing process Operates on standard floors; Do not require complex or permanent installation
---- Suitable for All Kinds of Weight The steering battery powered trolley is superb for handling both small and extremely huge loads for its modular fabrication and its high payloads: up to 300 ton for each trolley.
6. Factory and Transportation
7. Q&A
What Types of Transfer Carts Are There?
There are three types of transfer carts, each designed for different applications. They are:
Towed Type Carts - For loads up to 150 ton. Carts have casters or crane wheels and are manually moved on smooth to semi-smooth floors or are towed behind lift trucks or behind powered carts mounted on rail. They are an economical alternative to purchasing a second powered cart. Winches can also be used to pull carts of this type for on-rail applications. Carts can be sized according to requirements of work areas with space constraints.
On-Rail Type Carts - For loads up to 500 ton. Carts are mounted on steel rail for shuttling along a fixed path. They can be AC powered or DC battery powered. Typically used for moving materials such as steel or tanks of liquids from one location to another. Larger cart capacities and sizes are available for specific applications. Custom deck frames can be designed for specific assemblies to carry an entire shift of production and even serve as a stable moveable machine base.
Steerable Type Carts - For loads up to 120 ton. Carts have two fixed and two swivel casters and are DC battery powered (optional AC powered). Carts are designed to travel on smooth to semi-smooth level floors. Customization is available for specific applications.
What Surfaces Do Transfer Carts Travel On?
The On-rail Transfer Cart is designed with flanged wheels and travels on rail. Most applications are on level surfaces; however, it is possible for carts to travel on inclines not greater than 4°.
With steerable carts flat tread steel wheels (hardened tread surface) come standard and are fine for most concrete smooth to semi smooth floors. For non-marking epoxy floor systems, optional urethane wheels can be ordered (up to 20 ton capacity). Carts are not designed for uneven surfaces such as gravel, rough terrain, or badly cracked concrete floors.
How fast can carts travel?
Typically, carts come with drive motor speed of 50 mpm (with brake). Optional consideration can be given to ordering VFD (electric car only) for soft start/stop movement. Faster travel speeds can be ordered.
How are carts powered?
Powered AC carts have power cable connected directly to an electrical panel, typically for carts that travel along a fixed path. Cable reels can be installed for cable management.
Powered DC carts have on-board batteries that have an average running time of 16 hours. DC battery charging units can be installed on-board for convenience. Extended battery life can be accomplished by having four batteries rather than two.
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