Loading Gangways
What Is A Loading Gangway?
A gangway is a platform or walkway that is engineered to provide safe access between a tower or platform and a truck, boat, railcar or another type of platform. Safe Harbor's OSHA-certified access gangways are designed for a wide range of heights and variances. Gangways can be retrofitted to your existing structure and customized to suit your specific application; which is excellent for older platforms that were not designed for today's taller railcars.
Loading Gangway Features
- Lifting of manual units assisted by feather light spring counter-balance
- Built for harsh and high use environments
- Locks automatically in upright position with a positive foot lock mechanism
- Rugged quality bumpers on the bottom of unit for vehicle protection
- Variety of standard widths from 20" to 60" available
- 500 lbs. load capacity to accommodate potential emergency rescue efforts
- Pipe handrails standard to provide a more secure environment for truck and barge operators
- Stainless steel hardware and bronze oil impregnated bushings are provided for all pivot points to ensure long lasting performance
- Designed to meet OSHA standards
Industries That Utilize Access Gangways
Safe Harbor creates gangways for the following industries:
- Marine Gangways
- Barge Gangways
- Pharmaceutical / Pharma Gangways
- Trucking /Tanker Gangways
- Food Processing Gangways
- Mining Gangways
- Chemical / Petrochem Gangways
Materials Offered for Gangways
Safe Harbor can custom fabricate truck and railcar gangways in various materials, such as:
- Aluminum Gangways
- Stainless Steel Gangways
- Galvanized Steel Gangways
Aluminum Truck Gangways
For loading gangways in industrial and commercial marine settings, Safe Harbor recommends the use of marine-grade aluminum. Several benefits of aluminum truck access gangways include:
- Lightweight & durability
- Lower maintenance requirements
- Ideal for loading, unloading, and inspecting & repairing vessels
- Excellent corrosion resistance
What Are the Different Types of Gangways?
- Telescoping Gangways - A loading gangway with a telescoping extension
- Flat Ramp Gangways - A loading gangways with non-slip ramp
- Self Leveling Tread Gangways - A loading gangway designed for varying heights
- Custom Gangways - A loading gangway designed to your specific needs
Types of Gangways
Telescoping Gangway
Primarily used for railcar applications where vehicle height is fairly uniform. Our telescoping extension helps to close the gap for narrow railcars.
- Working range of 15 degrees below horizontal and 15 degrees above horizontal
- Equipped with our standard 22
- Self supporting with a 500lb. load capacity
Flat Ramp Gangway
Our FLT model is a flat ramp gangway. Primarily used for hopper car and hopper truck applications where vehicle height is uniform.
- Working range of 15 degrees below horizontal and 15 degrees above horizontal
- Self supporting with a 500lb. load capacity
Self Leveling Tread Gangway
Engineered with the most versatility to accommodate variations in height that typically occur while accessing liquid tank trucks.
- Working range of 45 degrees below horizontal and 50 degrees above horizontal
- Self supporting with a 500lb. load capacity
- 4 bolt nickle plated flange bearing at the main pivot point
- Double end tread for larger operator work surface
No matter your safety needs, Safe Harbor will work with you step-by-step to make sure the perfect solution is engineered. We take pride in our innovative, custom gangways.
Common Sizes for Gangways
The Safe Harbor gangways come in a variety of standard widths from 20" to 60" available. Some of the common sizes include:
| 20" Gangway | 30" Gangway | 40" Gangway |
| 50" Gangway | 60" Gangway | Custom Gangway |
Custom Gangway Features
Extended last tread for operator comfort and maneuverability- Manual, pneumatic, electrical and hydraulic operation available
- Available in aluminum, galvanized steel, safety yellow painted steel, stainless steel or can be painted to your specifications
- Slip resistant deck span walk surface standard with optional bar grating or fiberglass treads available
Photos of Safe Harbor’s Gangways
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