Railcar Unloading / Vacuum Systems
Efficient, high-capacity systems for transferring bulk materials from railcars to storage silos.
IMS railcar unloading systems use advanced vacuum conveying technology to deliver fast, clean, and reliable material transfer.
Efficient Bulk Material Transfer
IMS railcar unloading systems are designed to efficiently transfer bulk materials—such as plastic resin pellets—from railcars to on-site storage silos.
Using advanced vacuum conveying technology, these systems support fast unloading, reduced dust, and reliable product transfer into your facility.
Ideal for
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Plastic resin pellets
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Granules and powders
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Bulk raw materials
How It Works
IMS systems use a pull-push conveying method to move material efficiently from railcars into storage silos
1
Connect
Connect the railcar to the unloading system.
2
Vacuum Pull
Vacuum pressure pulls material from the railcar.
3
Convey
Material moves through enclosed conveying lines.
4
Discharge
A rotary valve releases material into the silo.
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Automatic Shutoff
Level sensors stop the system when the silo is full.
Key Benefits
Faster Unloading
High-capacity material transfer helps reduce railcar dwell time and improve plant efficiency.
Cleaner Operation
Enclosed conveying reduces dust, contamination, and product loss during unloading.
Automated Performance
Automatic controls support consistent unloading with less manual intervention.
Scalable Design
Systems can be configured for multiple silos and multiple unloading destinations.
Improved Safety
Reduced manual handling and enclosed transfer help create a safer operating environment.
Reliable Material Flow
Designed for consistent transfer of resin pellets and other bulk materials.
System Features
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Pull-push vacuum conveying technology
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Multi-line conveying capability
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Cyclone receiver for material separation
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Rotary airlock valve for controlled discharge
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High-efficiency blowers for reliable performance
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Self-cleaning filtration system
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Dust control for cleaner unloading
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Optional outdoor enclosure configurations
Engineered for Your Facility
Every railcar unloading system is designed around your operation’s throughput, layout, and material requirements. IMS works with you to configure the right solution for your unloading points, conveying distances, and silo arrangement.
System Design Factors
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Throughput & performance requirements
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Facility layout and conveying distance
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Railcar unloading capacity (number of spots)
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Material type and flow characteristics
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Silo configuration and storage capacity
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Automation level and control requirements