Omaha Track Inc. uses Liebherr A 924 Rail excavator for efficient railroad track collection and recycling, enhancing rail infrastructure sustainability. Liebherr's reliable machines aid in maintaining and repurposing materials, ensuring project success and timeliness for the company.
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With more than 40 years of experience, Omaha Track Inc. relies on Liebherr USA Co. to deliver the ideal rail machine for its Lexington, Ky., project.
With more than 40 years of experience, Omaha Track Inc., a leading rail supply company, relies on Liebherr USA Co. to deliver the ideal rail machine for its Lexington, Ky., project. This partnership ensures that Omaha Track can maintain its high standards and keep the project on schedule, due to the dependable equipment and support provided by Liebherr, according to the company.
Following the recent acquisition of a Liebherr A 924 Rail excavator, Omaha Track uses this advanced equipment on Class 1 railroad's to efficiently collect and transport older tracks. These tracks are then stockpiled and prepared for recycling later. This process not only helps in maintaining the rail infrastructure but also supports sustainable practices by ensuring that the materials are reused and repurposed effectively. The reliability and performance of the Liebherr A 924 Rail play a crucial role in the success of these operations.
"We are incredibly excited to add the Liebherr A 924 Rail to our fleet and look forward to watching its progress and performance on our Lexington project site," said Jeff Peterson, president of Omaha Track.
Setting Standard
Established in 1983 as a growing business repurposing used railroad ties to landscape contractors, Omaha Track has evolved into one of the top railroad material supply companies in North America by providing a variety of services and recycled railroad products to Class 1 and short-line railroads, rail contractors and industries in the United States. With approximately 70 pieces of heavy equipment, Omaha Track has used multiple Liebherr machines to expand its fleet, including the A 924 Rail.
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Omaha Track railroad services operate nationwide on both active and abandoned tracks with service to include railroad infrastructure reclamation, abandoned track removal, new construction, track expansion, track maintenance, track inspections and track repair. The Liebherr A 924 will serve as a crucial asset in delivering these services.
"With more than 40 years of industry experience, our biggest challenge remains securing sufficient track time," said Peterson, "We need a reliable machine and support team. We greatly value the support Liebherr provides, both here in the United States and at its factory in Europe."
In addition to its core rail offerings, Omaha Track supplies a range of steel products, including both new and reclaimed rail materials. They also offer sales and rental equipment, as well as terminal services, with facilities strategically positioned throughout the country to ensure comprehensive coverage and accessibility.
"Our partnership with Omaha Track has demonstrated that a Liebherr railroad excavator is capable of far more than standard railroad track maintenance," said Marcus Barnes, senior product manager, Liebherr USA, Co. "It also can play a crucial role in removing old rail track and other track materials such as anchors, plates and spikes, ensuring these components are recycled rather than discarded. The rail gear on our dedicated machine provides stability on the tracks, while its hydraulic performance enables the use of multiple tools, enhancing efficiency and versatility in rail construction projects."
Construction Machines
Liebherr has developed rail-road excavators since 1967. As an OEM manufacturer, Liebherr leads the global market for these machines, including the A 924 Rail excavator. All Liebherr rail excavators are adapted to country-specific specifications (e.g. track width) so that they comply with local conditions and safety regulations.
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Equipped with a powerful engine, this excavator offers full power both on the road and on railway tracks, according to the company. The A 924 Rail also is equipped with in-house hydraulic components offering maximum precision and efficiency even under the most challenging operating conditions, according to Liebherr.
Safety systems also play a major role in rail machines. Slew limits, rear and side cameras and rollover protection are all integrated as important features.
Liebherr offers a wide variety of small and large excavators for many applications. A wide range
of attachments also are available for Liebherr machines including buckets, shovels, vibrators and hammers, as well as grabs to allow customized solutions for each customer's individualized needs.
For more information, visit Liebherr.com.
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