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Thermite Welding

Backtrack supplies thermite welding equipment and consumables for railway rail joining and repair operations. Our range includes thermite welding kits, molds, igniters, and accessories for Maintenance of Way crews performing continuous welded rail operations across Canada.

Crucible Fork

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Crucible fork for the Thermite QP/LP/AP welding process.

Universal Demolder

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Universal Demolder for the Thermite QP/LP/AP welding process.

Steel Alignment Wedge

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Steel wedge used by Thermite gangs to manually align joints.

3 Piece Metal Mold Frame

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Thermite 3-piece metal mold frame. QP/AP/LP

Multi-Position Precision Torch Stand

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Used during the preheating process to finely tune the torch position while preheating rail ends. The 2 adjustment knobs on the upper portion of the...

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Slag Pot

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Slag box used to collect slag during the thermite welding process. AP/ LP/QP 

Thermite Ignitor Fuse

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Package of 10 high heat ignitor fuses for Thermite applications.

Base Rail Template With Grinder

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Includes Template and heavy duty FEIN® 110v hand held grinder. Everything required to mount the template and start grinding welds under the base of...

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HABCO 3/16" Railspec Welding Rod (10lb)

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Micro dense coated electrode for build-up of carbon steels. Deposits are tough, medium hard and easily machinable. Railroad approved for build-up o...

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Habco FROGSPEC 3/16" Welding Rod (10lb)

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Build-up and joining electrode for manganese steels. High resistance to impact and abrasion. Railroad approved for the repair and build-up of manga...

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Welding Chaps

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Protection for welding and torch cutting operations. 

6' x 6' Welding Blanket

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6' x 6' welding blanket made from 24oz yellow acrylic-coated fiberglass. Provides excellent spark and temperature protection for chipping, grinding...

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Tiger Torch

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This propane torch kit includes a propane torch measuring 26.5 inches in length, a gas regulator, 15 foot hose, and fittings. It features a cast-ir...

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Rail Aligner

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Remove twist at rail joint during welding. Can be used on both sides of the rail. Specializing at joints near frogs and switches. Move head of rail...

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Propane Hose (50', 3/8"ID)

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50' 3/8" ID Propane Hose with 9/16" female fittings on both ends.

Carbon Block

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Carbon Block for flangeway welding applications.

Cooling Hood

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For cooling Thermite Welds. QP/AP/LP

Thermite Torch

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Air/propane burner. AP/LP/QP

Fire Stick

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Safely lights Fire Snake keeping the operator a safe distance from the flame.Holds a standard railway fusie, not included.

Fusel Paste

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Used for packing/sealing any potential leaks during the Thermite welding procedure.