Abstract: The embodiments are directed to tie plate distribution systems and methods including a vehicle including a motion mechanism and a floor, a movable arm positioned on the vehicle, and a vision sensor positioned on the vehicle or the movable arm. The movable arm has a plurality of degrees of freedom and has a retaining mechanism at an end of the movable arm. The vehicle is configured to move along a path including multiple ties. The vision sensor is configured to detect a target tie plate along the path and an empty tie of the multiple ties, the empty tie missing at least one tie plate thereon. The movable arm is configured to lift the target tie plate and place the target tie plate in association with the empty tie.

Abstract: Present embodiments relate to a tie plate dispenser which selectively changes the orientation of the tie plates being ejected, if needed. An actuator is used to flip the tie plate as it falls from an ejection location of the dispenser.

Abstract: Present embodiments relate to a tie plate dispenser which aligns tie plates for dispensing based on rail base rather than outer edges of the tie plate. Thus tie plates are aligned and located in a differing manner than prior art systems. Further, the tie plate dispenser includes an opening over which a magnet is disposed to retain a tie plate over the opening. The tie plate over the opening may be selectively released by disengaging the tie plate from the magnet.

Abstract: Present embodiments relate to an apparatus and method which separates tie plates. More specifically, and without limitation, present embodiments relate to a tie plate separator which can retrieve tie plates from a pile and separates such for placement on a feeder, such as a conveyor for sequential feeding of the tie plates.

Abstract: Present embodiments relate to an apparatus and method which separates tie plates. More specifically, and without limitation, present embodiments relate to a tie plate separator which can retrieve tie plates from a pile and separates such for placement on a feeder, such as a conveyor for sequential feeding of the tie plates.

Abstract: Various embodiments provide devices and methods for separating other track material (OTM) which is generated during railroad maintenance or replacement procedures. More specifically, but without limitation, embodiments provide devices and methods for separation of materials to desired groups of specific materials.

Abstract: Present embodiments relate to a tie plate dispenser which selectively changes the orientation of the tie plates being ejected, if needed. An actuator is used to flip the tie plate as it falls from an ejection location of the dispenser.

Abstract: Present embodiments relate to a tie plate orientation device. More specifically, but without limitation present embodiments relate to a tie plate orientation device that orients tie plates in a desired orientation for subsequent feeding, including an optional handheld magnetic device for manual assisted manipulation of the tie plates.

Abstract: Present embodiments relate to a tie plate dispenser which aligns tie plates for dispensing based on rail base rather than outer edges of the tie plate. Thus tie plates are aligned and located in a differing manner than prior art systems. Further, the tie plate dispenser includes an opening over which a magnet is disposed to retain a tie plate over the opening. The tie plate over the opening may be selectively released by disengaging the tie plate from the magnet.

Abstract: Present embodiments relate to a railroad tie plate distribution apparatus and method therefore. The tie plate distribution apparatus which may be used in manual or automatic distribution modes in order to place tie plates on a railroad tie in a spaced apart sequence as the apparatus moves over a track being serviced. The tie plate distributor includes an actuator to feed tie plates on to a railroad track system being serviced.

Abstract: Present embodiments relate to a tie plate orientation device. More specifically, but without limitation present embodiments relate to a tie plate orientation device that orients tie plates in a desired orientation for subsequent feeding, including an optional handheld magnetic device for manual assisted manipulation of the tie plates.

Abstract: Present embodiments relate to a tie plate dispenser which selectively changes the orientation of the tie plates being ejected, if needed. An actuator is used to flip the tie plate as it falls from an ejection location of the dispenser.

Abstract: Present embodiments relate to a tie plate dispenser which aligns tie plates for dispensing based on rail base rather than outer edges of the tie plate. Thus tie plates are aligned and located in a differing manner than prior art systems. Further, the tie plate dispenser includes an opening over which a magnet is disposed to retain a tie plate over the opening. The tie plate over the opening may be selectively released by disengaging the tie plate from the magnet.

Abstract: Present embodiments relate to a tie plate orientation device. More specifically, but without limitation present embodiments relate to a tie plate orientation device that orients tie plates in a desired orientation for subsequent feeding, including an optional handheld magnetic device for manual assisted manipulation of the tie plates.

Abstract: Present embodiments relate to a tie plate dispenser which selectively changes the orientation of the tie plates being ejected, if needed. An actuator is used to flip the tie plate as it falls from an ejection location of the dispenser.

Abstract: A tie plate collection and deposit machine collects tie plates from a railway and sorts the tie plates sequentially. The sorted tie plates are then deposited on the railway for re-installation during the maintenance procedure being performed.

Abstract: Present embodiments relate to a tie plate dispenser which selectively changes the orientation of the tie plates being ejected, if needed. An actuator is used to flip the tie plate as it falls from an ejection location of the dispenser.

Abstract: Present embodiments relate to a tie plate orientation device. More specifically, but without limitation present embodiments relate to a tie plate orientation device that orients tie plates in a desired orientation for subsequent feeding, including an optional handheld magnetic device for manual assisted manipulation of the tie plates.

Abstract: Present embodiments relate to a tie plate dispenser which aligns tie plates for dispensing based on rail base rather than outer edges of the tie plate. Thus tie plates are aligned and located in a differing manner than prior art systems. Further, the tie plate dispenser includes an opening over which a magnet is disposed to retain a tie plate over the opening. The tie plate over the opening may be selectively released by disengaging the tie plate from the magnet.

Abstract: Present embodiments relate to one or more apparatus and method of handling tie plates for proper orientation. More specifically, but without limitation, the present embodiments relate to a method of handling tie plates, determining an orientation of the tie plate, and re-orienting the tie plate during the feeding process, if necessary.