Transporting scrap metal places extreme demands on railcar equipment. High point loads, heavy bulk commodities, and dynamic impact during loading can significantly stress railcar structures, especially the floor of the railcars.

Engineered for High-Impact Scrap Operations
That is why we decided to put our GATX Eamnos 9158 railcar to the test under real operating conditions with compacted scrap cubes weighing up to 320 kg. To simulate standard scrap handling processes, we loaded scrap cubes by wheel loader and unloaded them by excavator. To replicate worst-case impact scenarios, individual cubes were dropped from heights of up to two meters directly into the railcar body.

8 mm Hardox Steel Floor: Impact Resistance Confirmed
The result: No dents. No deformation. No coating damage. During the simulation, the 8 mm Hardox steel floor absorbed the impact of the scrap cubes without structural compromise, confirming its high impact resistance and suitability for demanding scrap transport and steel logistics applications.

“This test confirms that the Eamnos 9158 delivers the durability required for heavy scrap operations,” says Elisabeth Jilli, Head of Sales & Service at GATX Rail Europe. “For our customers in the steel and recycling industries, equipment reliability directly impacts efficiency and lifecycle cost.”

The GATX Eamnos railcars are designed for heavy-duty bulk transportation, engineered for long-term asset protection, and built to perform in scrap and steel logistics. Learn more about this Eamnos railcar or request a quote.