Patents Assigned to Transit Products Company, Inc.
  • Patent number: 4062490
    Abstract: A rail fastening clip which secures a rail to a mounting or support structure which allows some flexing of the rail. The clip is constructed of a hard durable material and is provided with a fulcrum point to permit a small amount of longitudinal flexion of the rail. The clip is also provided with resilient inserts to permit the fastening clip to allow the rail to expand, thus compensating for longitudinal forces. The fastening clip is constructed for use with existing rail fastening base assemblies.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 21, 1976
    Date of Patent: December 13, 1977
    Assignee: Transit Products Company, Inc.
    Inventor: Richard M. Hixson
  • Patent number: 4061269
    Abstract: A restraining rail mounting assembly which supports a rail adjacent to a track for maintaining the wheels of railroad cars on the track while traversing dangerous curves or any area where derailing is a potential hazard. The mounting system is comprised of a support having a tongue and oblique slot for mounting a railroad track on its side and permitting adjustment on the space between the track and the restraining rail. The mounting assembly is comprised of a plate embedded in a cement pedestal with a second support plate for locking the rail support bracket also secured in the cement pedestal. The base of the rail support bracket has diagonally opposite extensions with the extension furthest from the rail having a serrated surface and matching lock washer to securely hold the restraining rail mounting bracket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 1976
    Date of Patent: December 6, 1977
    Assignee: Transit Products Company, Inc.
    Inventor: Richard M. Hixson