Covered Hoppers
Small-Cube Pressure Differential Covered Hoppers
Pressure Differential Covered Hoppers
Nonmetallic Minerals
Small cube pressure differentials are used to ship dense, dry commodities. The car is typically configured for cement and frac sand service. These cars are typically unlined and standard discharge piping is carbon steel. The cars are discharged by pumping air into the car to create interior pressure and “fluidize” the commodity.
Product Details
Nominal Capacity / Gross Rail Load
286,000 lbs
Hatches
Non-vented covers
Gates
Pressure Differential system with 5" Butterfly Valve
Carbon Steel discharge piping
Carbon Steel discharge piping
Standard Capacity (cuft)
3,200cf
Interior
Typically unlined
Commodities
Cement, Barite, Sand