The Walhalla Goldfields Railway is a 2 ft 6 in (762 mm) narrow gauge tourist railway located in the Thomson River and Stringers Creek valleys in Gippsland, Victoria, Australia, near the former gold-mining town and tourist destination of Walhalla.
The Challenge
Walhalla Goldfields Railway keeps a working fleet of diesel locomotives and passenger carriages clean, maintained and ready for service.
The railway has around three to four diesel engines in various stages of operation and refurbishment, along with three to four carriages.
Equipment is cleaned before heading out on customer runs, with additional cleaning carried out on engines and components before repair or refurbishment work begins.
A site assessment performed by a SPITWATER solutions specialist identified two key challenges:
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Heavy grease and grime on locomotives, engine components and railway equipment made cleaning difficult, especially before refurbishment and repair work.
- The railway needed a mobile hot water solution with high flow, simple operation and no reliance on a separate hot water supply, so multiple operators could use the machine across the site.
The Solution
Their choice was the SPITWATER SW2021 21LPM Hot Water Pressure Cleaner.
Its combination of hot water and high flow helps soften and shift heavy grease and grime from engines, components and railway equipment. Built-in hot water also supports mobile use across the site, without relying on a separate hot water supply.
With multiple operators, simple operation was equally important. The SW2021 offers straightforward controls without unnecessary electronics.
The package also included:
- Turbo Lance for concentrated cleaning pressure when tackling stubborn build-up.
- FlowRPM Premium Truck Wash provides the general cleaning solution for locomotives, carriages and equipment.
- FlowRPM Heavy Duty Engine and Chassis Cleaner targets heavier grease, oil and grime around engine components and mechanical areas.
- On-site Training covered machine operation, correct handling and the safety requirements involved in using a large commercial pressure cleaner.
The Results
“Walhalla Goldfields Railway recently took delivery of a SPITWATER hot water pressure cleaner for use on our railway equipment. Lou from SPITWATER provided excellent support, personally delivering the unit and demonstrating how to use it.
The unit will greatly assist the railway to keep locomotives and other equipment looking clean and well cared for. We would highly recommend this Australian company for service and support.”
Graeme Skinner | Walhalla Goldfields Railway
Why it works
The SPITWATER SW2021 Hot Water 21LPM Pressure Cleaner is a heavy-duty unit built for industrial use with 21LPM 30% faster cleaning when compared to 15LPM machine.
Key Benefits
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Reliable Interpump: Ensures longer pump life with reduced maintenance.
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Cooling Tank: Prevents pump overheating, enhancing durability.
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Diesel Burner: Provides instant hot water for effective cleaning.
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In-line Filter: Protects pistons and seals from scoring for consistent performance.
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Thermostat Control: Allows precise temperature adjustment for versatile applications.
Clean, Ready and Back on Track
For Walhalla Goldfields Railway, the SW2021 provides the hot water, water flow and straightforward operation needed to handle regular cleaning, workshop maintenance and refurbishment work.
Backed by the right accessories, FlowRPM chemicals and local training, the railway has a complete cleaning setup ready for the work ahead.
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