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Plastic Pellet Containment

A Resource by UltraTech International, Inc.

Ultra-Pellet Pan - Composite Model®

20' containment pans provide large targets for resin spills

The Ultra-Pellet Pan – Composite Model captures plastic pellet spills from railroad hoppers, just like the polyethylene Ultra-Pellet Pan. It is longer, though, and pans can be connected to form just about any length. Each large 20-foot pan presents a big target for escaping pellets. Built-in drains let rainwater flow out while pellets stay contained.

The composite system can be designed to almost any length to suit each site. Installation needs minimal site preparation, and no excavation is required.

Please note: The Ultra-Pellet Pan is built for pellets and will not contain liquids of any kind.

Key Features

Any length

Large 20-foot pans connect to form almost any length your site requires.

1mm pellet capture

Captures pellets 1mm in diameter or larger. Each composite pan has three 3-inch drains that release rainwater and keep pellets in.

Sealed system

Rail-side gasket sealing system keeps pellets from escaping between the pans and rails.

Fiberglass composite

High-strength, nonporous, corrosion-resistant fiberglass for years of reliable service.

Low profile

20' long x 4 7/8" high.

Pandrol compatible

Easy installation

Minimal site preparation and no excavation.

Optional grating

Optional polyethylene (LLDPE) grating package for safer foot traffic.

Where to Use It

High-volume railcar hopper unloading operations
Rail yards and transloading facilities where long runs of track need protection
Plastics manufacturing and distribution facilities with rail service

Product Options

Part # / Model
Image
Size (in.)
Weight (lbs.)
#7246
Center Pan
UPC 808416101614
Center Pan, part #7246
255 x 57.3 x 4.5
6477 x 1454.2 x 114.3 mm
177
80 kg
#7247
Side Pan
UPC 808416101621
Side Pan, part #7247
255 x 36 x 4.5
6477 x 914.4 x 114.3 mm
100
45 kg
#7570
Pellet Deflector, 5-pack
UPC 808416101638
Pellet Deflector, 5-pack, part #7570
16 x 48
406 x 1219 mm
5
2.27 kg
#7250
20' Center Pan System
Includes 1 Center Pan (#7246), 4 Rail Gaskets (#7225), 20 Grating Support Pedestals (#7235), 10 Grates (#0420)
UPC 808416103267
—
255 x 57.3 x 4.5
6477 x 1454.2 x 114.3 mm
403
183 kg
#7251
20' Side Pan System
Includes 1 Side Pan (#7247), 2 Rail Gaskets (#7225), 2 Rail Clips (#7230), 5 Grates (#0420)
UPC 808416103274
—
255 x 36 x 4.5
6477 x 914.4 x 114.3 mm
218
99 kg
#7252
20' Center & Side Pans System
Includes 1 Center Pan (#7246), 2 Side Pans (#7247), 8 Rail Gaskets (#7225), 4 Rail Clips (#7230), 20 Grating Support Pedestals (#7235), 10 Grates (#0420)
UPC 808416103281
—
255 x 129.3 x 4.5
6477 x 3283 x 114.3 mm
839
381 kg

More Options

Part # / Model
Image
Size (in.)
Weight (lbs.)
#0420
Grating
UPC 808416004205
Grating, part #0420
48 x 24 x 2.75
1219.2 x 609.6 x 70 mm
20
9.1 kg
#7235
Grating Support Pedestal
UPC 808416072358
—
4.5 x 2.5 x 2.5
114.3 x 63.5 x 63.5 mm
0.2
0.1 kg
#7225
Rail Gaskets
UPC 808416072259
Rail Gaskets, part #7225
120 x 3 x 3.5
3048 x 76.2 x 88.9 mm
4
1.8 kg
#7230
Side Pan Rail Clips
UPC 808416072303
Side Pan Rail Clips, part #7230
36 x 3 x 4.5
914.4 x 76.2 x 114.3 mm
5
2.3 kg
#7232
Adhesive
UPC 808416072327
Adhesive, part #7232
9 x 4 x 2
228.6 x 101.6 x 50.8 mm
1.2
0.5 kg
#7233
Adhesive Dispenser
UPC 808416072334
Adhesive Dispenser, part #7233
14 x 4 x 10
355.6 x 101.6 x 254 mm
4.5
2 kg

Product Documentation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the smallest pellet the pans can capture?
The drains in the Ultra-Pellet Pans are designed to capture pellets 1mm in diameter or larger.

How does rainwater exit the pellet pan?
Each pan is fitted with a number of 3-inch drains: two in each standard pan and three in each composite pan.

Can pellets clog the drain system?
No. Water will drain regardless of how many pellets are contained. However, any pellets captured by the pans should be removed as soon as possible, and not just for proper drainage.

Are the deflector shields necessary?
They are not necessary but are HIGHLY recommended. Without them, pellets are very likely to bounce out of the pans and into the surrounding environment.

Is the grating necessary?
The grating is required in the standard pans. It is recommended, but not necessary, for the composite pans.

How are the pans installed?
Installation for either pan is relatively simple and requires only basic hand tools. See the Installation Instructions above. Our product specialists and technical team can also help; call 904-292-1611 or 800-353-1611.

What tools are needed to install the pans?
Basic tools found in almost any workshop are all that is required. Some slightly more specialized tools may be needed for site preparation. The Installation Instructions include a complete list.

Can the pans be removed for cleaning or inspection once they are installed?
Yes. The Ultra-Pellet Pans are designed for long-term installation, but they can be removed if necessary.

Are the drains a requirement?
Yes. Without drains, they are not pellet pans. UltraTech’s Ultra-Track Pans are essentially the same pans without drains, so they can contain liquid leaks and spills.

How do the pans ship?
Because of their length, Ultra-Pellet Pans must be side-loaded onto a dedicated flatbed or conestoga truck, even for a single pan. Center pans stack 6 high and side pans ship 12 high.

How many pans fit on a truck?
One 48′ flatbed holds 12 center pans and 24 side pans. Shipped alone, 12 center pans fit on one truck, or 48 side pans fit on one truck.

20' containment pans provide large targets for resin spills

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