That's what I said when I saw the recording of my ex cheating on me in our bedroom back in 2011 lol Everytime someone says "Great footage" It takes me right back to nostalgia territory. and the flames emoticons just really emphasizes the mood I was in at the time 👍👍
Thank you for documenting the firefighting capabilities of the LORAM rail grinder train and its extra fire "engine" in the form of the hirail water pumper truck! That was neat to watch the the LORAM people put out the fires that were created by the sparks from the rail grinder. The rapid expansion of the first in the dry grass along the railroad right of way is a small version of the wildfires that had been plaguing the western states the last few years.
I had an office overlooking the raillines that lead through Alexandria Virginia and watched one day as a couple of men inadvertently started a small fire that very rapidly became a large fire along exactly the same lines. Took longer for the FD to show up naturally…not clear when those boys realized it was more than they could handle.
Nice catch!! One of these visited the Reading and Northern two weeks ago, and it started a couple brush fires here as well. Glad to see that LORAM and the railroad make sure to stop them before they become a serious issue
@Jeff C ik what your tryna say but it's up for interpretation. like i(and 2 ppl around me I asked for input) think both of those ways of saying it both sound equally bad
Great video Rowan and thankfully that fire wasn't in a wooded area bcuz that could've been bad! It definitely started spreading quickly w the breezy conditions. LORAM was definitely on top of it to get it extinguished quickly. Thanks again for sharing your videos with us along with your time and effort!
Hey Double "R". You probably knew that LORAM stood for " long-range Mannix" a company that used to clean ballast along the track for railroads. Founded by a Canadian, Fred Mannix around 1954. I know, TMI. Lol. Great vid as usual. Great catch!
Bahahahahaha. True professionals. No. When I worked on RG 108(think that was the number)it was a bunch of drunks with a few good people trying to support a family far away usually in another state for 12$ an hr. That was one of the dirtiest jobs I have worked. Changing grind stones in the middle of the night under the mods was risky business for a man's eyes. Shavings everywhere
You know what Rowan? This situation is a PERFECT example of mistakes, even if it’s a bad mistake, as long as you have a friend who will help, you’ll be ok!
I used to work for the company that makes Loram's grinding wheels. The Loram folks were always great to work with. One of my all time favorite customers.
I'm an old man. I NEVER knew they ground rails. The more I learn about trains, the more I get why people are so fascinated. Absolutely enthralled by the maintenance and repair equipment. SO cool. Imagine that fire with a gentle breeze behind it. Yep, that's how fast it goes.
@@dmvrailroadproductions4144 We SAW those private cars! Me, the wife, and our Basset Hound! Quite a thrill for the wife and me. Winston (the Basset) didn't say much about it.
I’ve seen you in Strasberg before with the 611 when it was in reverse going through that crossing and I saw you down the line I was stupid not to say hi to my favorite railroad TH-camr but anyway always love your vids
I was pondering the same thing - if they could try to plan these jobs in fire-prone area for times of lowest fire risk, either winter when everything is covered in snow or spring when plants are usually lush and green. Though I could imagine in some cases they can't wait long enough, or - like where I live in Colorado - there isn't really such a thing as a low-fire-risk season anymore.
I would think these machines have so much work to do in USA and Canada that they cannot just do it when the weather is right. They prolly work year round to keep up.
Definitely a thumbs up approval here! I didn't know there was a rail company that tried to fix their own mistakes! Maybe they can make recommendations to the others to be more safety conscious! East Palestine would appreciate it!
Really cool coverage Rowan! You certainly lucked out getting to see all of that action unfold right in front of your eyes! I wonder how often those little fires start from the grinder, even with the water as a precaution?
Spent 6 yrs on 1 all over north America. Grind rail, make dust, start fires, go places without roads, park on wrong side town, meet all kinds people. See places you never see without on train, to long miss out on rest of life.
Hey Rowan, I missed the live stream yesterday, but I’ll be here for this one. Also I have a video coming out tomorrow of me seeing CN 3008! God bless man!
I have seen you in Strasberg with 611 before in person when it was going through that crossing in reverse I saw down the line I was stupid not to say hi so anyway always love your vids
when I lived out in utah, UP would come through grinding and would have 4 tankers behind them with a dedicated water team, it gets crazy with even a single spark..
Cool Catch. I remember seeing the LORAM rail grinder for the first time a few years ago I didn't know what it was at the time made me think of some kind of fire truck train cool to see it put out a fire
Wow… it’s like LORAM knew they would be starting these fires!!! If only fire departments were able to carry this much water and engine power to pump the water!!
We keep telling them don’t grind on our territory during the hot and dry months for years because of the fire risks, they finally got some common sense to listen and have started to grind early spring when there’s lots of moisture on the ground.
Railroad maintenance crews have to do the rail grinding whenever it's needed because if they leave the rails go then that can lead to derails due to the misshaped rails and it will lead to extremely noisy trains.
@@josephbennett3482 Our track inspectors and roadmasters determines the intervals of the rail grinding, we get our mainline grinding every 5 years on average
I conducted the LORAM several times and those crewmen are on the ball. Fortunately all the times I conducted were on rainy days; not much dust or smokies. Your videos are instructional, most fans never view a grinder in action, good job. How's things going on NS? Are you getting out a lot?
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Great footage! 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Didnt expect to see you here!
Gonna come.visit one day I love your museum
That's what I said when I saw the recording of my ex cheating on me in our bedroom back in 2011 lol
Everytime someone says "Great footage" It takes me right back to nostalgia territory. and the flames emoticons just really emphasizes the mood I was in at the time 👍👍
Thank you for documenting the firefighting capabilities of the LORAM rail grinder train and its extra fire "engine" in the form of the hirail water pumper truck! That was neat to watch the the LORAM people put out the fires that were created by the sparks from the rail grinder. The rapid expansion of the first in the dry grass along the railroad right of way is a small version of the wildfires that had been plaguing the western states the last few years.
Thanks Thomas, TGBTG
I had an office overlooking the raillines that lead through Alexandria Virginia and watched one day as a couple of men inadvertently started a small fire that very rapidly became a large fire along exactly the same lines. Took longer for the FD to show up naturally…not clear when those boys realized it was more than they could handle.
@@RailfanRowan Saves them a call for the fire department.
Why don't they have a curtain to contain the sparks, maybe some fireplace chain screen?
i love the way the guy sits on top of that goofy little pump truck in his little chair putting out the fire like its an every day thing
Nice catch!! One of these visited the Reading and Northern two weeks ago, and it started a couple brush fires here as well. Glad to see that LORAM and the railroad make sure to stop them before they become a serious issue
I wondered if Reading and Northern might use this service!
@Jeff C ik what your tryna say but it's up for interpretation. like i(and 2 ppl around me I asked for input) think both of those ways of saying it both sound equally bad
@Jeff C its clearly a situation
Great video Rowan and thankfully that fire wasn't in a wooded area bcuz that could've been bad! It definitely started spreading quickly w the breezy conditions. LORAM was definitely on top of it to get it extinguished quickly. Thanks again for sharing your videos with us along with your time and effort!
Always enjoy watching the LORAM GRINDER,it’s even better at night! Good catch RR
Hey Double "R". You probably knew that LORAM stood for " long-range Mannix" a company that used to clean ballast along the track for railroads. Founded by a Canadian, Fred Mannix around 1954. I know, TMI. Lol. Great vid as usual. Great catch!
🇨🇦 🇨🇦 🇨🇦. :)
They still do clean ballast. Also tamping.
Always killing it with the videos man!! I never have the time anymore it seems to go spotting so I live vicariously through you so thanks!
Glad I can help!!
@@RailfanRowan You are the man! Thanks for the reply?
There are a Lot of Sparks Flying but these men and women are true professionals and keep things under control. 👍
Bahahahahaha. True professionals. No. When I worked on RG 108(think that was the number)it was a bunch of drunks with a few good people trying to support a family far away usually in another state for 12$ an hr. That was one of the dirtiest jobs I have worked. Changing grind stones in the middle of the night under the mods was risky business for a man's eyes. Shavings everywhere
You know what Rowan? This situation is a PERFECT example of mistakes, even if it’s a bad mistake, as long as you have a friend who will help, you’ll be ok!
I used to work for the company that makes Loram's grinding wheels. The Loram folks were always great to work with. One of my all time favorite customers.
*nice job loram first you start a fire in Grover NC and now here*
As always another awesome video Rowan.
Thanks David!
Thank you for making a great video that isn't stretched to 20 minutes long by telling the history of the train!
Thanks for loading this. I was unaware of all of this, and I love learning new and interesting things.
Never knew rail grinding was a thing. Thank you TH-cam recommended and thank you for sharing.👍🏻
I'm always amazed at how quickly LORAM gets the job done here. In, out and they're done.
Wow that's amazing. The stuff nobody gets to see except the people who do it. Thank you for sharing.
Wow, that was really cool! They got it knocked down pretty quick. Good thing is that it was in a contained area. Nice catch!
Thanks Jaw! Was pretty wild to see!n
I've seen these on the tracks at night, and it gives the phrase, "Something evil this way comes" a whole new meaning!
They should check the prostate on that water truck.
This train starts fires then puts them out - how liberating 😄
I'm an old man. I NEVER knew they ground rails. The more I learn about trains, the more I get why people are so fascinated.
Absolutely enthralled by the maintenance and repair equipment. SO cool.
Imagine that fire with a gentle breeze behind it. Yep, that's how fast it goes.
Railfan Rowan, you have a very cool video here! Railroad firefighting basically. As always God bless you friend and continue to keep safe. ☝🏼
Excellent coverage!! Didn't know how this sort of stuff would be taken care of.
That was neat to see, great catch!
Thank you!
Awesome. I'll hope to talk to your during virtually during the Ashland Railfan rally
That would be cool, unfortunately I won't be there...
@@RailfanRowan Oh that is unfortunate. 3 private cars are on 92 today
@@dmvrailroadproductions4144 We SAW those private cars! Me, the wife, and our Basset Hound! Quite a thrill for the wife and me. Winston (the Basset) didn't say much about it.
Rail grinders are always an interesting thing to see I chased one in my area a month or so ago
Glad to see you back, love. Great videoing as always
*chef’s 💋
Nice. Saw one of these back in April 2021 at Mableton.
I’ve seen you in Strasberg before with the 611 when it was in reverse going through that crossing and I saw you down the line I was stupid not to say hi to my favorite railroad TH-camr but anyway always love your vids
You posting some killer content Mr rowan! I used to want to work for loram.
I have never seen this before. Thanks for sharing
Wow! The whole process is just crazy!
We didn't start the fire 🎶 yes you did, Loram
LOL That song is going to be in my head all day. Those were fun times!
We call them "smokers" ... "fire" is reserved for when the machine is on fire :)
That is something you don't catch everyday. Really interesting to see it being done
Awesome video of the LORAM!!
Thank Bryan, more to come!
@@RailfanRowan Will be looking forward to them!
Now I know I need one these for the backyard.
Hi Railfan Rowan I saw that Loram grinder after Easter Sunday going by my house just the couple of times
I've missed it my area never seen it unless posted video . Great job !
That was pretty cool! Thanks!
This is why the CP often does it in the winter… Not as spectacular but much safer.
Yes, a rainy day is the perfect day according to the fire crew.
I was pondering the same thing - if they could try to plan these jobs in fire-prone area for times of lowest fire risk, either winter when everything is covered in snow or spring when plants are usually lush and green. Though I could imagine in some cases they can't wait long enough, or - like where I live in Colorado - there isn't really such a thing as a low-fire-risk season anymore.
@@quillmaurer6563 I think they may have to do it multiple times a year on more active lines.
I would think these machines have so much work to do in USA and Canada that they cannot just do it when the weather is right. They prolly work year round to keep up.
I wanna be the guy playing with the fire nozzle! ;-))
Great vid sir!!
Same, but I wouldn't want to breathe that metal dust all day.... Job smells worse than most people could handle too!
I have never a lorry on railway tracks.
Great footage 👏 👍
loram is now my spirit train
Excellent vid. Now I know what a Loram grinder is and what it does. I guess you can teach an old dog new tricks.
Nice footage. Glad they were responsive.
Ok wow how that is scary glad it didn't spread so fast
Great action coverage Rowan
Within a matter of minutes, it could have been a disaster. Thank for the quick action 🙂
You're welcome
Definitely a thumbs up approval here! I didn't know there was a rail company that tried to fix their own mistakes! Maybe they can make recommendations to the others to be more safety conscious! East Palestine would appreciate it!
today i learned what a LORAM is. awesome thx for the upload 😂😜
Cool catch Rowan, very exciting to see I bet
Thanks Michael
@@RailfanRowan thank you for sharing with us
That is super cool, I've never seen anything quite like that!
Awesome video, Rowan!
I like seeing the driver of the HiRail pumper holding onto the steering wheel .... like he's steering the beast! Lol!
The engineers don't wave from the trains anymore, not like they did back in 1954, I still get a tear in my eye when I hear an old train in.the night
There's a song there somewhere.
Paul, you're right it is a song from tom t hall the storyteller
@@christopherdibble5872 thanks Chris I'm going to look it up now and give a listen.
Great my friend thanks a lit chris
Paul that tom t hall was a he'll of a storyteller and writer. He knew what he wrote about.
i see why they have the tanks now, pretty cool!
Cool stuff!!!!! Thanks!
Thanks Dave!
Really cool coverage Rowan! You certainly lucked out getting to see all of that action unfold right in front of your eyes! I wonder how often those little fires start from the grinder, even with the water as a precaution?
Very often on dry days, several fires per mile!
Spent 6 yrs on 1 all over north America. Grind rail, make dust, start fires, go places without roads, park on wrong side town, meet all kinds people. See places you never see without on train, to long miss out on rest of life.
Great video. I've always wondered what the protections were against fires that could start by rail grinding. Or even if there were any... lol
What a cool machine. I wonder if ole Shoestring ever rode one of these puppies...😆
Hey Rowan, I missed the live stream yesterday, but I’ll be here for this one. Also I have a video coming out tomorrow of me seeing CN 3008! God bless man!
Thats awesome, first!
Thanks man it comes out tomorrow at 12:30 ET
Awesome catch. I always see these things around but never seen one in action.
Wow! I'm so glad I subscribed to your channel, Fascinating and amazing video's
Thanks! :)
Great example of people taking responsibility for their actiond, or in this case, their work.
I have seen you in Strasberg with 611 before in person when it was going through that crossing in reverse I saw down the line I was stupid not to say hi so anyway always love your vids
I’ve been a flagman that protected a Loram water truck. Fun stuff.
Lots of fun for sure!
That was a random recommendation from you tube.
Enjoyed watching it.
You're welcome!!
when I lived out in utah, UP would come through grinding and would have 4 tankers behind them with a dedicated water team, it gets crazy with even a single spark..
Cool Catch. I remember seeing the LORAM rail grinder for the first time a few years ago I didn't know what it was at the time made me think of some kind of fire truck train cool to see it put out a fire
Excellent work!!!!!
Thank you!
ARFF trunk for train track. Learn something new every day
Now I know what I want to be when I grow up !
The Jake brake around 1:50 sounded nice
Extremely interesting and great video. Thanks
Awesome grab dude! Lucky ha!
Awesome piece of equipment
I worked for a company in Minnesota that builds Implements for Loram...we built several Railvacs and a prototype snow smelter..
What a cool job !!
Cool, thanks for sharing
Awesome 👏 video!
I saw that exact rail grinder north of baltimore on the csx like 3 days before this
They started a fire here in Wv and a tie smoldered for a day and the next day the mountain caught fire.
Oh my!!
Awesome how they have all those water gun mounts.
Sir Topham Hatt endorses this video👍
Wow that was pretty awesome
Used to build the PLC panels for these Loram rail grinders. Overall, I probably built around 60 of them. I miss working on them.
Something I've never seen before 😊
Wow… it’s like LORAM knew they would be starting these fires!!!
If only fire departments were able to carry this much water and engine power to pump the water!!
Dang that's pretty wild
That’s awesome
Thanks brother, greetings from India
This is badass
What is the purpose/reason for rail grinding?
Its a lot of reasons one So the trains can have more grip on the tracks and Prevent the tracks from rusting
It smoothes the rails which reduces wear and tear on the trains and increases fuel efficiency.
We keep telling them don’t grind on our territory during the hot and dry months for years because of the fire risks, they finally got some common sense to listen and have started to grind early spring when there’s lots of moisture on the ground.
Railroad maintenance crews have to do the rail grinding whenever it's needed because if they leave the rails go then that can lead to derails due to the misshaped rails and it will lead to extremely noisy trains.
@@josephbennett3482 Our track inspectors and roadmasters determines the intervals of the rail grinding, we get our mainline grinding every 5 years on average
I'd like to see the rail before and after grinding. Cool vid.
I conducted the LORAM several times and those crewmen are on the ball. Fortunately all the times I conducted were on rainy days; not much dust or smokies. Your videos are instructional, most fans never view a grinder in action, good job. How's things going on NS? Are you getting out a lot?
Getting out a fair amount, could be more, (and less lol) but yes, I have a better video coming out about the grinder!
Very cool.
I appreciate them not just spraying chemicals to deal with the vegetation.