Abstract: A profile monitoring system for a railroad car is provided. The profile monitoring system includes a fixture element configured to be coupled to a frame member at a predetermined location. The profile monitoring system also includes a tensioning device associated with the fixture element. The tensioning device is configured to be coupled to one end of a wire or cable, wherein the tensioning device is configured to maintain a predetermined tension in the wire or cable. The profile monitoring system further includes a sensing device coupled to the tensioning device, the sensing device is configured to sense a change in a tension in the wire or cable. The profile monitoring system includes a triggering module communicably coupled to the sensing device, the triggering module is configured to trigger an alarm based on the change in the tension in the wire or cable.

Abstract: A signal structure is disclosed. The signal structure may include a housing and a light head disposed within the housing. The light head may include at least one signal light mounted thereto. The signal structure may also include at least one actuator operatively coupled to the light head and configured to move the light head within the housing.

Abstract: A profile monitoring system for a railroad car is provided. The profile monitoring system includes a fixture element configured to be coupled to a frame member at a predetermined location. The profile monitoring system also includes a tensioning device associated with the fixture element. The tensioning device is configured to be coupled to one end of a wire or cable, wherein the tensioning device is configured to maintain a predetermined tension in the wire or cable. The profile monitoring system further includes a sensing device coupled to the tensioning device, the sensing device is configured to sense a change in a tension in the wire or cable. The profile monitoring system includes a triggering module communicably coupled to the sensing device, the triggering module is configured to trigger an alarm based on the change in the tension in the wire or cable.

Abstract: A platform is disclosed. The platform includes a body having at least one piece. The platform also includes an indent portion formed at an attachment face of the body of the platform. The indent portion is configured to at least partly surround the mast. The platform further includes a coupling mechanism provided on at least a portion of the body. The coupling mechanism is configured to selectively allow the platform to be attached to and detached from the mast without removal of the mast.