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Our leading edge, high quality flat rail heater is the new standard of railroad track switch heating. Its flat profile gives you greater contact with the rail, and therefore thermal transfer is significantly improved over the round rod technology.
Standard Features
SnapTite Rail Clip
Easy Installation– No special tools required, snaps onto base of rail with simple hand pressure or hammer. Typically installed on the outside of the rail.
Safety First– Greatly reduces the possibility of a pinch point and flying metal.
Bolt-On Rail Clip
Installation– Typically installed on the inside of the rail when solid braces prevent the installation on the outside of the rail or if the preference is to install the flat-jacket snow melter on the inside. Clip can also be welded on.
Crib heaters are designed to sit between the ties and keep the switch machine control rods or push rods free of ice and snow. Our heater has a low profile making it easy to install and remove, and its water-tight seal ensures proper operation in ice and snow.
Standard Features
Crib Heater Bracket: Part No. SHBC-TIE-BRACKET
New Design: 1” wider than previous version. Standard: 2 Brackets per crib heater. Secures the crib heater in place.
Crib Heater Bracket: Part No. SHBC-CEB
New Design for use with element only. Standard: 2 brackets per element. Optional: 3 brackets per element.