Hillside Trolleys
Hillside Trolleys are a great alternative to stairs to access your waterfront or hillside site.
- Marine-grade aluminum track & trolley car with stainless steel fasteners.
- Low-voltage DC wiring at control stations along track.
- Easily installed on ledge & all types of soil.
- Push-Pull for a Smooth Ride.
- Pre-assembled & tested. Easy to Service.
Overview
When site conditions or physical restrictions create a challenge in accessing your waterfront, our Hillside Trolley (also called a Hillside Tram) will open up new possibilities for your waterfront living. Also known as a hillside trolley, hillside lift, funicular, hillside tram, cliff tram, a hillside trolley by The Dock Doctors will safely and easily transport you up and down your waterfront or hillside site.
Details
Hillside Trolley Features
- Marine-grade aluminum track & trolley car with stainless steel fasteners.
- Trolley car frame & enclosure, including doors, is heavy duty aluminum with a powder coated finish. WearDeck composite decking on trolley bench & trolley floor.
- Custom aluminum track extrusion captures & facilitates the car wheels, track supports, splice connections, electrical & safety components.
- Control box at top and bottom of track with security lock. High quality wireless controller for trolley car with easy-to-use push button controls.
- Low voltage DC wiring at control stations along track.
- Fully automatic stop feature using proximity switches.
- Hot dipped galvanized adjustable ground supports.
- Easily installed on ledge & all types of soil.
- Push-Pull for a Smooth Ride. Pre-assembled & tested. Easy to Service.
Hillside Trolley Specifications
Standard Specifications on Track System & General Materials:
- Marine-grade aluminum alloy.
- One piece extrusion design captures & facilitates splice connections, ground support mounts & track cross supports.
- Track has lower flanges to allow for wiring attachment to be clean & neat.
- Aluminum tracks: lighter for installation and better corrosion resistance than steel.
Electric Motor & Drive System:
- Electric Direct Drive Motor & Gear Reducer with Brake.
- Friction Drive System with Oversized Bearings & Shafts.
- Push-Pull for a Smooth Ride.
UL Listed Controls:
- NEMA 4 Enclosures for Wet Environments.
- PLC Controlled for Soft Starts & Stops with Override Safety Stops.
- Proximity Switches provide non-mechanical method to control the cars auto-stop system.
- Proximity switches are mounted on a slide along the main track allowing for easy adjustment without the need for drilling.
- Key Switch for Lock Out Ability.
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The Dock Doctors offer custom docks, boat lifts, and waterfront structures designed for any site. With a diverse range of products and expert installation, we provide durable, high-quality solutions for residential, commercial, and municipal needs.
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Our expert team, backed by years of experience and equipped with specialized tools, is ready to tackle even the most challenging waterfront site installation and maintenance projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you control the trolley?
There are control boxes at the top and bottom of the track, as well as a remote.
How do I get an estimate or proposal?
The best way to start is to complete our Quote Request (yellow button on the top right of our website), which will give us the basic information to start an estimate for your project. Or, you can call us at 800-870-6756 during business hours (or stop by!) and talk with one of our Sales Staff, who can help get the information needed to provide a quote.
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