Top Loading Arms for Trucks, Railcars, and Totes
Built for Speed, Safety, and Versatility
Looking for the most efficient way to load or unload gas and liquid into trucks, railcars, or totes? Excel Loading Systems manufactures high-performance top loading arms engineered for durability, safety, and fast delivery.
What Is a Top Loading Arm?
A top loading arm is an articulated pipe system used to transfer liquids or gases into tanks, tankers, or railcars from the top. It’s a critical tool in bulk loading applications, especially in industries such as petroleum, chemical, food-grade, and cryogenics.
Why Choose Excel Top Loading Arms?
- Excel's top loading arms are designed to provide:
- Maximum reach for varied vehicle sizes
- Swivel joint flexibility for easier maneuvering
- Compatibility with tight-fill and closed systems
- Options for cryogenic and Teflon-lined configurations
- Fastest delivery times in the loading arm industry
- Standard and custom models for domestic or global use
- Optional upgrades for safety, automation, and containment
Applications
- Petroleum and chemical truck loading
- Railcar top-loading operations
- Tote and IBC filling stations
- Cryogenic product transfer
- Food-grade and sanitary processing
Applications Across Multiple Industries
Excel top loading arms are used in:
- Chemical processing
- Petroleum and refinery transfer
- Food and beverage production
- Dry bulk and powder systems
- Wastewater and environmental handling
Our liquid top loading arms are engineered to support both toxic and non-toxic material transfer with an emphasis on safety, containment, and compliance.
Customizable Top Loading Arm Systems for Safe and Efficient Liquid Transfer
An effective top loading system must offer a wide horizontal range to reach the furthest tank compartment without repositioning the truck or railcar. It also needs flexible vertical movement and drop pipe options to accommodate vehicles of various heights. At Excel Loading Systems, we solve these challenges by offering fully customizable top loading arms designed for performance and adaptability.
Built to Fit Your Process
Every top loading arm we produce can be configured for your specific needs. We offer:
- Pipe sizes from 2" to 6"
- Multiple materials based on your application and environment
Available construction materials include:
- Carbon Steel (sourced exclusively from domestic suppliers)
- Stainless Steel
- Aluminum
- Alloy 20
- Hastelloy 276
- Other Materials upon request.
Whether you’re working with corrosive chemicals, food-grade liquids, or dry bulk fluids, our systems are designed to meet the demands of your operation.
Explore Our Top Loading Arm Options
At Excel, we understand that no two loading situations are the same. That’s why we offer a variety of top loading arm configurations, including specialty designs for vapor recovery, tight-fill systems, cryogenic handling, and more.
Fixed Reach (TL-54)
Fixed Reach (TL-54)
TL-54 top loading arms are used for loading product into trucks, rail-cars, or totes.
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Variable Reach (TL-544)
Variable Reach (TL-544)
TL-544 top loading arms are used for loading and unloading product into trucks, rail-cars, or totes. It is often referred to as a scissor style loading arm.
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Unsupported Boom (TLB-374)
Unsupported Boom (TLB-374)
The TLB-374 unsupported boom offers an additional pipe section and swivel to provide extreme flexibility at the loading position.
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Supported Boom (TLBS-374)
Supported Boom (TLBS-374)
TLBS-374 top loading arms are designed for loading and unloading product into tank trucks and rail-cars. They are excellent for variable reach applications and can aid in maximizing reach and weight capabilities.
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Bullhorn Arm (TLBS-375BH)
Bullhorn Arm (TLBS-375BH)
TLBS-375BH top loading arms are designed for loading and unloading product into rail-cars. They are excellent for variable reach applications and can aid in maximizing reach and weight capabilities.
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Contact Excel Loading Systems to speak with an expert and get your custom quote today. We provide industry-leading lead times and personalized support for all top-loading arm systems.
