Overhead Monorail (HTC)

Overhead Monorail (HTC)​​​ ​​| Wheelabrator

The HTC Overhead Monorailis a continuously operating blast cleaning system engineered for high-speed, inline processing of steel structures, welded components, flame-cut parts, and castings. Its fixed-hook configuration and constant-speed monorail conveyor make it ideal for integration into automated production lines.

Equipped with diagonally aligned TITAN blast wheelsin an “X” configuration, the HTC delivers maximum surface coverage, even on leading edges and irregular geometries—achieving consistent, high-quality surface preparation at fast cycle rates.

Application | Wheelabrator

Applications

  • Sand removal from castings and fabricated parts
  • Rust, scale, and oxide removal from forged and flame-cut components
  • Surface preparation before painting, coating, or galvanizing
  • Burr and flash removal from welded or processed parts
  • Pre-treatment of structural steel and large assemblies

Key benefits

Continuous Flow Processing

Fixed-hook system with constant transport speed for uninterrupted production

Full Surface Coverage

Diagonal “X” blast wheel layout ensures even treatment of complex shapes and edges

Compact and Scalable

Modular design suits a wide range of part sizes and throughput requirements

Efficient Media Use

TITAN blast wheels reduce abrasive consumption while maintaining high cleaning performance

Robust Construction

Fully manganese steel cabinet with overlapping wear plates for extended machine life

Inline Integration

Seamlessly connects to pre- and post-blast operations via Power & Free or continuous overhead conveyor

Industries

  • Structural steel and fabrication
  • Heavy engineering and construction
  • Foundry and casting
  • Automotive and truck
  • Rail, marine, and energy sectors
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Configurations / Options

Workpiece Capacity

  • Carrier widths: 500–3,000 mm
  • Heights: up to 4,000 mm

Blast Wheels

  • 4 to 20 wheels
  • Power: 7.5–18.5 kW per wheel
  • Adjustable speed: 0.5–2.5 m/min to meet ISO 8501 B Sa 2.5 surface spec

Conveyor Options

  • Continuous overhead rail
  • Power & Free conveyor for multi-line integration

Media Recovery & Dust Collection

  • Screw or vibro conveyors
  • Magnetic separation, vibro sieve, and airwash units
  • ATEX-compliant cartridge or wet filter systems

Blast room Add-On

  • Optional post-blast manual chamber for touch-ups and blow-off cleaning