The Samastipur Railway Division has successfully commissioned a state-of-the-art Gottwald DHBD crane with a lifting capacity of 140 tonnes. This technical milestone was achieved through the joint efforts of the expert team from Jamalpur and the technical staff of Samastipur. The crane is now officially declared fit for operations after passing all necessary tests.
What happened during the crane testing?
To verify its operational strength, the crane lifted an ICF coach weighing 38.03 tonnes. During the initial inspection, technical teams found minor hydraulic and pneumatic leakages, which were fixed immediately. The team also tested the modern Safe Load Indicator (SLI) system to ensure the machine operates safely under heavy loads.
How will this crane help in railway operations?
DRM Jyoti Prakash Mishra stated that this reliable machine will significantly speed up relief and rescue operations during accidents or derailments. It will help in clearing tracks faster to restore train services. Additionally, the crane will be used for the maintenance of heavy coaches and wagons. The division will also handle the annual maintenance of this crane locally in the future.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the capacity of the new crane in Samastipur Division?
The new Gottwald DHBD crane has a lifting capacity of 140 tonnes and was tested by lifting an ICF coach weighing 38.03 tonnes.
Who was involved in the commissioning of this crane?
The commissioning work was completed by a collaboration between the expert team from Jamalpur and the technical employees of the Samastipur Division.
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