Midland Manufacturing, based in Skokie, IL, and a leading provider of safety, reliability, and efficiency solutions for the railcar industry, has launched its new Gauge Device Online Tool. As a product brand of OPW Fluid Transfer Solutions, the company continues to enhance operational performance by introducing innovative digital solutions.

Gauge devices play a critical role in railcar loading, particularly for transporting high-value and hazardous liquids. These devices feature color-coded gauge rods, helping operators determine when a tank is full to prevent overfilling and potential spills. Previously, ordering a new gauge device or requesting repairs required tank-car manufacturers and repair shops to complete multiple forms manually and submit them via email. The new Gauge Device Online Tool significantly simplifies this process, enabling users to complete it in just minutes using a desktop or mobile device.

The online tool is designed with an intuitive interface that guides users through each stage of the ordering process, ensuring accuracy while reducing frustration and potential errors. Additionally, the tool allows users to look up serial numbers for existing gauge devices. This feature enables modifications to specific-gravity markings on gauge rods when railcars are assigned to transport different commodities. While the gauge rod remains geometrically unchanged, the scale affixed to the rod is updated to meet the handling requirements of the new cargo.

“The new Gauge Device Online Tool is a game-changer for our customers,” said Don Olson, product manager for Midland Manufacturing. “By streamlining the ordering and repair process, it saves valuable time and reduces the risk of errors, making the entire experience more efficient and stress-free. The ability to look up serial numbers and adjust specific-gravity markings ensures that our customers can easily adapt to changing commodity requirements, improving both accuracy and flexibility in their operations.”

With this latest innovation, Midland Manufacturing continues to provide solutions that enhance safety, efficiency, and adaptability within the railcar industry.

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