Chicago Transit Authority – Railcar Maintenance Facility
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Reduced Maintenance Bottlenecks with Automated Material Handling
Location: Chicago, Illinois
The Chicago Transit Authority required a solution to move debris and maintenance materials efficiently within its railcar repair facilities. Serpentix conveyors provided a compact, continuous-path system capable of operating on multiple levels and around tight turns. The conveyors streamlined maintenance operations, minimized downtime, and improved the overall workflow of the facility.
Challenges
Serpentix Solutions
Conveyor hauled ~15 tons/hour of screened gypsum waste via 40° incline and 90° helical turn into elevated processing building
Belt pans reinforced with stainless steel for magnet use and durability
Convoluted belt flattened at discharge for even feed into mixing and drying stages
Self-cleaning design ensured minimal residue and maintenance
Results
~100% recovery of original waste pile + reuse of rejected products
Reduced environmental footprint and restored local industrial site
Created a $2M round-the-clock recycling operation for ongoing gypsum recovery
Helped transition from high-maintenance, multi-conveyor design to compact, versatile conveying
Proudly Made in the USA –
Compliant with BABA Regulations
Serpentix is fully compliant with the Build America, Buy America Act—ensuring high-quality, American-made materials for federally funded projects.
