Boot-Lift Railcar Connectors

Railcar Vibrators & Rail Car Gate Openers

Unloading of covered railroad cars no longer has to be a time-consuming, hazardous, dirty job.

The BOOT-LIFT^® Railcar Connector installs between the rails and provides a dust-tight seal between the railcar discharge and the below-grade conveying system, including vacuum systems.

Rough spot the car, adjust the BOOT-LIFT^® Railcar Connector with either the manual or pneumatic aligner, actuate the lifting cylinders, and you’re ready for clean, pollution-free material transfer.

The air over hydraulic lifting cylinders automatically compensates for the leaning and rising of the railcar. Combine the BOOT-LIFT^® Railcar Connector with a MARTIN^® Railcar Opener and a POCKET ROCK-IT^® Vibrator for the optimum in safe, efficient railcar unloading.

BOOT-LIFT^® Railcar Connectors help to reduce material-loss, curb air pollution, reduce unloading times, cut housekeeping costs, and only 1 cfm of air is required!

BOOT-LIFT SBL Connector Dimensions
	A	B	C	D	E	F
SBL-24	57	18.5	40.63	54	29.2	22
SBL-30	57	18.5	48.6	54	37.3	30
SBL-33	57	18.5	51.4	54	40.3	33
SBL-35	57	18.5	53.9	54	42.4	35
SBLR-18	57	18.5	36.38	54	23.1	15 (dia)

BOOT-LIFT DBL Connector Dimensions
	A	B	C	D	E	F
DBL-18	57	18.5	40.63	54 - 69	29.2	22
DBL-18-GATX	57	18.5	48.6	54 - 76.6	37.3	30

Features

Replaceable Foam Seals

All BOOT-LIFT^® Railcar Connectors come with replaceable foam seals that ensure a positive seal even on vacuum systems.

Benefits

Reduce Material Loss
Curb Air Pollution
Reduce Unloading Times
Cut Housekeeping Costs!
Only 1 CFM of Air Required

Applications

Models SBL & SBLR

The MARTIN^® SBL BOOT-LIFT^® Connector provides a positive connection between the railcar and the below-grade material handling system. The large funnel opening provides full flow without plugging or interruptions. SBLR units are designed to connect to railcars with round discharges.

Models DBL-18 & DBL-18-GATX for double-pocket cars

The DBL-18 BOOT-LIFT^® Connector is the most rugged car unloader available for double-pocket cars. The two 4″ lift cylinders provide over 2,500 lbs. of sealing force. Dual spread cylinders are used to keep the funnels level. A lock bar controls the spread distance.

Bootlift Vertical Connector

The BOOT-LIFT^® Vertical Connector was designed by Martin^® engineers to provide dust-free/pollution-free unloading of trucks.

Two cylinders bring the sealing boot directly against the discharge of the truck and provide a positive connection throughout the unloading process.

BOOT-LIFT^® Railcar Connector Spec Sheet Download

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See the BOOT-LIFT^® Railcar Connectors in action!

Railcar Gate Opener

The MARTIN^® BOOT-LIFT^® Railcar Connector installs between the rails for a mess-free unloading of materials with no dust or contamination. Eliminates the need for workers to climb under the railcar, improving safety. Replaceable foam seals provide an airtight seal for a waste-free transfer.