SafeRack PRODUCTS 207-292-7318 (843) 264-8096 Products About Us Industries Contact Loading Arm Systems and Components SafeRack supplies more OPW and Emco Wheaton loading arm systems than anyone in North America. HOME >> PRODUCTS >> LOADING ARM SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS WE CAN HELP Loading Arm Systems and Components QUESTION, GET A QUOTE, LIVE DEMO OR REQUEST AN ON-SITE VISIT OUR EXPERTS SIMPLIFY THE COMPLEX ORDER NOW REQUEST ON-SITE VISIT SafeRack is not only the largest supplier of truck loading platforms and railcar loading systems in North America but also the largest loading arm distributor for both OPW and Emco Wheaton. Loading arm projects go faster and more smoothly with SafeRack because we coordinate with pipe, electrical and civil engineers to help resolve any variables with vehicles. In addition, SafeRack offers the most extensive selection of swivel joints for the most challenging liquid handling applications. Simply put, your railcar loading systems are more productive with SafeRack. SafeRack’s experienced loading arms experts walk clients through every step of the design process from swing arm style to dimensions and materials. This ensures your loading arm is designed and built to specifications and delivered on schedule, the first time. Designed for ease of operation and handling, each loading arm creates a faster, safer loading operation. The rugged construction of these loading arms makes downtime and maintenance issues virtually non-existent. Coordinating loading arms with gangways, fall protection, and all the vehicle variables in truck loading racks or railcar loading platforms can be very complicated. SafeRack, however, has the experience, technology, and dedication to safety and productivity to help businesses navigate those complexities. By providing options such as overfill protection, vapor recovery, tracking, and insulation SafeRack helps customers meet any requirement or regulation. Loading Arms TOP LOADING ARMS SafeRack is the #1 supplier of Top Loading Arms In North America. Coordination with Local Engineering, Vehicle Variables, Gangway and Fall Protection Ergonomic Designs and Innovative... VIEW BOTTOM LOADING ARMS SafeRack is the #1 supplier of Bottom Loading Arms In North America. #1 Supplier of Emco Wheaton and OPW Loading Arms Ergonomically Designed Systems Wide... VIEW SPECIALTY LOADING ARMS SafeRack is the #1 supplier of Specialty Loading Arms In North America. Solutions for Any Application Collaborative Approach Ensures Success Designs That Boost Productivity and... VIEW LOADING ARM ACCESSORIES SafeRack is the #1 supplier of Loading Arms In North America. SafeRack offers a wide array of accessories designed to improve the safety of your... VIEW Fluid Handling Products SWIVEL JOINTS Swivel joints prevent bends in loading hoses that can reduce flow or even tear or rip, releasing harmful chemicals into the air. VIEW COUPLERS & ADAPTERS Connect to Leak-Free Loading. Trusted Brands Like OPW, TODO and Emco Wheaton Products Designed Specifically for Handling Hazardous Materials Expertise to Ensure You Get the... VIEW ISO-RING GAUGE ISOLATION RING & GAUGING PRODUCTS Out With the Old. In With the New. OPW’s ISO-Ring® prevents solids within the process flow from plugging the pressure-sensing mechanism. And, unlike traditional diaphragm seals, it... VIEW CUSTODY TRANSFER Systems that provide custody transfer liquid flow meters and associated equipment for the Petroleum Upstream, Midstream, and Downstream markets as well as other industrial markets.... VIEW BREAK AWAY SMART-HOSE SAFETY SYSTEM Smart-Hose™ Break-Away Safety System (LL3-B) can help protect your facility from the potentially devastating consequences associated with pull-away incidents. During a pull-away incident, a 2”... VIEW OVERFILL PROTECTION Overfill protection monitors are designed to detect spillage immediately and shut off flow, preventing the costly loss of product. Monitors are ideal for bottom-loading applications... VIEW SIGHT FLOW INDICATORS OPW Visi-Flo Sight Flow Indicators Visi-Flo® sight flow indicators by OPW provide a quick, reliable and economical way to verify flow in process lines. They... VIEW DRY DISCONNECT SYSTEMS Protect Your Employees and the Environment. For hazardous materials, extreme pressures or temperatures, it’s important to have fittings designed to withstand tough conditions. SafeRack’s line of... VIEW FLOATING SUCTION ASSEMBLIES SafeRack offers a complete line of floating suction assemblies that help boost your efficiency. They’re engineered to extract the cleanest product from the surface while avoiding contaminants found in lower levels. VIEW Loading Arm Design Considerations LOADING ARMS VS HOSES Hoses Loading Arms Hoses require annual pressure tests Are difficult to stow neatly when not in use Can be driven over Can be dropped Are very heavy to use if fitted with a valve at the tanker connection point Cannot be easily heated or have vent/purge valves fitted to it Prone to catastrophic failure Balanced and easy to move throughout the movement envelope Designed not to hit the ground – protecting the valves and couplers Allows for a one-person operation Fitted with manual or actuated liquid valves. Fitted with optional purge/vent facilities Can be moved into position with ease and left hanging in the air while the operator prepares the tanker connection Parked neatly LOADING ARM DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS Goal: To move bulk product safely and efficiently from the riser to vehicle/vessel. Applications Best Suited for Arms Ergonomic Issues Safety issues Difficult Riser Location Difficult Hook-up Heavyweight or equipment required (hatch Plate etc.) Suitability Application Review Fluid review Cost Advantages Hard Pipe Long Life Ease of operation Safety and Ergonomic Disadvantages Cost Support Piping TOP LOADING ARM DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS Sufficient vertical and horizontal travel Designed for easy operation and storage Integrate with new/existing safety access equipment Splash-load, tight-fill and vapor-recovery configurations Top loading arm solutions BOTTOM LOADING ARM DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS Worker safety; the operator remains on the ground, not on top Connections are made more quickly Bottom-loading systems create less turbulence Bottom-loading reduces vapors Bottom loading arm solutions LOADING ARM SWIVEL JOINTS OPW SwivelJoint 30F Swivel joints allow axial rotation of piping components relative to each other and remain leak-free under both mechanical and pressure loads. They meet special requirements when used in specific applications (high temperature, cryogenic, toxic, PTFE lined, pigable systems, etc.) By using several swivel joints and elbow combinations, multi-planes of rotation can be accomplished quickly, easily, and efficiently. While different manufacturers use different terminology, the basic styles are basically the same. LOADING ARM COUPLINGS 5-Cam design Easy Alignment Tight connection Fully interlocked – Dual interlocks ensure security High-performance seals Easy maintenance No pins No special tools Can be re-built in minutes Spring Loaded Sleeve – Automatically ‘jumps’ onto API adaptor Coordination is Key Coordinating loading arms with gangways, fall protection and all the vehicle variables in truck loading racks or railcar loading platforms is very complex. The experience, user familiarity, technology and dedication to safety and productivity are reasons why users from all over North America are coming to SafeRack. Loading arm projects go faster and more smoothly with SafeRack, because we coordinate with pipe, electrical and civil engineers to help resolve any variables with vehicles. In addition, we offer the widest selection of swivel joints for the most difficult liquid handling applications. Simply put, your railcar loading systems are more productive with SafeRack. SafeRack’s experienced loading arms experts allow us to walk clients through every step of the design process from swing arm style to dimensions and materials. We ensure your loading arm is designed and built to specifications and delivered on schedule, the first time. Each loading arm is designed for ease of operation and handling, which creates a faster, safer loading operation. The rugged construction of these loading arms makes downtime and maintenance issues virtually non-existent. We routinely provide options such as overfill protection, vapor recovery, tracking and insulation to meet any requirement or regulation. OPW is a global leader in fluid handling, management, monitoring and control solutions for the safe and efficient handling of fluids from the refinery to the commercial and retail points of consumption. More on OPW With more than 100 years’ experience working within the fluid transfer industry, Emco Wheaton has the pedigree and knowledge, along with the innovative attitude and skills required to produce world leading equipment. More on Emco Wheaton Customer Reviews 5 5 SafeRack is a quality vendor that always meets our requirements. By Thomas Hopkins from NuStar Logistics on 11/19/10 5 5 The quality of workmanship is excellent. By Kevin Roberts from Momentive Performance Materials, Inc. on 2/24/17 5 5 Service, quality and ease of use… By Dua Thor from Sanimax ATO Inc. on 6/6/17 5 5 Great experience and we will absolutely use you guys in the future! By Jordon Elbert from Cody Group Inc. on 5/31/12 4 5 SafeRack is a major player in this market. By Dorin Marian from The International Group on 10/7/13 4 5 I had no discrepancies or expediting issues. By Denise Vaught from Intrepid Potash - New Mexico LLC on 3/20/12 MORE REVIEWS SAFERACK SafeRack is the recognized industry leader in truck and railcar loading platform systems, maintenance work platforms, rolling platforms and related safety and fall protection products. 219 SAFETY AVENUE, ANDREWS, SC 29510 207-292-7318 USA (843) 264-8096 CANADA REQUEST A CATALOG RECEIVE BY MAIL DOWNLOAD CATALOG ORANGE. SAFETY HAS A NEW COLOR. 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