Rails and Supports

Two high-carbon steel rails, especially rolled for monorail operations are available. A three inch "I" Beam section weighing 5.7 lbs/ft with 500 lb capacity trolleys, and a four inch "I" beam section weighing 7.7 lbs/ft is used with 1000 lb capacity trolleys.

 

Supports

Supports, thrusts and sway bracing are spaced to limit deflection and sway in accordance with Monorail Manufacturers Association specifications for overhead track systems.

 

Trolleys 

Trolleys are four-wheel type with side guide rollers. The wheels and guide rollers are ball bearing with ground hardened raceways. The body of the trolley is made of ductile iron and is equipped with double steel hook and drop-forged swivel. 500 lb or 1000 lb load capacities are available.