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Custom
Sled
In the spring of 2001, we took
on a new, challenging and fun project for Veco Polar
Resources, a subcontractor for the National Science
Foundation in Greenland.
This project was the complete fabrication of
a special cargo offload sled for use with the massive
cargo planes, LC-130. The NSF uses the LC-130 to deliver
scientific research supplies to the arctic-like regions
of Greenland. The sled allows safe and reliable off
loading.
As you will see, this sled is no “Flexible
Flyer”. Typical of all of our projects,
American Boiler offered superior craftsmanship, the very
best in fabrication equipment and processes, a large
facility, our “can-do” attitude and outstanding
value.
We let all of these qualities shine on this
project.
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One of our Journeyman
Boilermakers fitting up supports between the sled
deck and skis. Notice how the sled dwarfs him.
American Boiler handles the big projects.
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Sled fabrication and painting is
complete. The sled is in our shop yard and awaits
delivery to Greenland. American Boiler is
conveniently located close to major highways,
railways, rivers and airports.
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From
the warm spring air of Albany, NY to the harsh frozen
tundra of Greenland, the sled performs flawlessly.
American Boiler quality means the sled will be safe
and reliable for years to come
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The sled in action....After being placed
behind the aircraft with a height matching the floor
of the plane, cargo is pulled from the plane onto the
sled, and then the sled is pulled away from the
plane....... Simple, massive and elegant.
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