Overhead Monorails

The Overhead Monorails range from Wheelabrator offers a robust and flexible solution for high-efficiency blast cleaning across a wide variety of components and production environments. These systems combine powerful surface treatment capabilities with integrated materials handling, improving throughput, consistency, and process control.

Available in multiple configuration - including straight-through, loop, and Y-track systems. Overhead Monorails can be set up for batch or continuous operation.

Components are transported on rotating or oscillating hooks and exposed to high-performance blast wheels, ensuring complete and uniform coverage in every cycle.

Why Overhead Monorails?

Overhead Monorails don’t just clean — they streamline production. By integrating transport and blast cleaning into one continuous flow, they reduce manual handling, improve consistency, and deliver
operational efficiency.

From light alloy components to heavy castings, the range offers a scalable solution to meet today’s manufacturing demands.

Overhead Monorails

Overhead Monorail (HB)

The HB Overhead Monorail is a compact, flexible shot blast solution designed for the efficient cleaning, descaling, and peening of components in a wide range of sizes and shapes.

Overhead Monorail (HTS)

The HTS Overhead Monorail is a powerful and versatile blast cleaning system designed for foundries and forges handling medium to heavy-duty components.

Overhead Monorail (HT)

The HT Overhead Monorail system is a high-performance blast cleaning solution engineered for flexibility, durability, and integration into demanding production environments.

Overhead Monorail (DHB)

The DHB Overhead Monorail system is a high-throughput, closed-loop blast cleaning solution designed for continuous processing of large, heavy, or high-volume workpieces.

Applications

Sand and core removal from castings
Descaling of forged and heat-treated parts
Deburring of welded or die-cast components
Surface preparation before coating
Shot peening for fatigue resistance
Corrosion and scale removal

Key Features

Straight,loop, and Y-track monorails with manual or automatic operation

Manual hooks, motorised drives, chain conveyors, and crane or robotic loading

Rotating and oscillating motion eliminates blast shadows and ensures consistent coverage

Manganese or hardened steel linings and wear-resistant components for long service life

High abrasive recovery rates, magnetic + air-wash separation, and integrated dust collection

Easily integrated into existing production lines with options for expansion and automation

Configuration / Options

Batch Systems

Rubber Belt: For small parts and alloys (e.g. MB100G–MB400G)
Steel Slat Belt: For heavy or abrasive parts (e.g. MB500S–MB1200S)
Inclined Belt: For delicate, small components
Rocker Barrel: Polygonal tumbling drum for uniform blasting

Continuous Systems

Rocker Drum Continuous (DTC): Automatic tumbling and unloading
Apron Conveyor Continuous (CT): Ideal for high-throughput castings and forgings