Rail Welding Equipment

Weld Shear (05100A)

The Pandrol Weld Shear is designed to make it easier and more efficient to remove excess weld metal. With self-locking adjustable hold downs, it’s easy to get a clean safe cut every time. The spring-centred flow control valve allows safe and precision-timed shearing of aluminothermic welds.

Product overview

Designed for precision and safety, this shear features self-locking adjustable hold downs and a flow control valve for timed, controlled cutting of aluminothermic welds. Its light weight and robust design make it easy to transport and operate on site while minimizing rail damage risks.

  • Lightweight and portable with adjustable rollers for a secure fit on various rail sizes.
  • Durable cast-tipped shear blades and protective shielding ensure reliable performance and equipment safety.
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Benefits of Weld Shear (05100A)

01

Safer Alternative to Traditional Methods

The hydraulic shearing machine is much safer to use than the traditional hammer and chisel method of reducing excess metal, which is hard work and exposes workers to projecting metal.

02

Protects the Rail from Damage

The machine-based process eliminates the risk of damaging the rail.

03

Lightweight and Easy to Transport

The lightweight design of the weld shear makes it easily transportable – also promoting safe lifting practices.

Technical features of Weld Shear (05100A)

01

Lightweight

Carrying this weld shear is easy thanks to its lightweight design.

02

High-quality shear blades

Equipped with Pandrol full cast tipped shear blades ready for going to work. Replacement shear blades are readily available and easily changed.

03

Adjustable bearing rollers

During the process, the shear is held to the rail with bearing rollers that are fully adjustable to fit the industry’s varying rail sizes.

04

Protected Design

In-built shield offers total protection for the fittings and hoses.

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