In 2022, R. J. Corman Railroad Switching Company, LLC, a subsidiary of R. J. Corman Railroad Group, was awarded a contract to provide a chemical company with switching services for its operations in Westlake, Louisiana.
R. J. Corman Railroad Company Pennsylvania Lines (RJCP) continues to be a major player in the region's rail industry, driving growth and fostering strong customer relationships. This past year saw significant achievements fueled by strategic planning, capital investments, and dedication to operational excellence. The RJCP's commitment to customer success is evident in its partnerships with Rosebud Mining Company and RES Coal. For Rosebud Mining Company, through a strategic investment in a new siding and operational adjustments, the RJCP streamlined loading times for Rosebud's high-quality metallurgical coal. This resulted in a 20% increase in carloads and a significant reduction in online time.
R. J. Corman Railroad Company Pennsylvania Lines (RJCP) continues to be a major player in the region's rail industry, driving growth and fostering strong customer relationships. This past year saw significant achievements fueled by strategic planning, capital investments, and dedication to operational excellence. The RJCP's commitment to customer success is evident in its partnerships with Rosebud Mining Company and RES Coal. For Rosebud Mining Company, through a strategic investment in a new siding and operational adjustments, the RJCP streamlined loading times for Rosebud's high-quality metallurgical coal. This resulted in a 20% increase in carloads and a significant reduction in online time.
Nestled in Woodburn, Kentucky, the R. J. Corman South Union Distribution Center stands apart from the typical multi-client facility. Here, a unique and dedicated service model thrives, catering exclusively to the needs of a single client through a full-facility consignment model with our customers: Logan Aluminum. This strong partnership allows R. J. Corman's Distribution Center's team to tailor its operations entirely to Logan Aluminum's requirements, fostering a seamless flow of materials that keeps its production line going.
Throughout 2022 and 2023, R. J. Corman Railroad Services successfully constructed two different test loops for MxV Rail in its testing facilities at PuebloPlex in Colorado. The first phase of this project was to construct a High-Speed Test Loop. The 5.8-mile loop (30,527 track feet) is designed to replicate real-world scenarios and was built using the Federal Railroad Administration’s (FRA) Class Six track safety standards. This means a track for freight trains and passenger trains traveling up to 110 mph. The loop has curves ranging from 2.4 degrees to three degrees. On the curves, the maximum achievable test speeds are 62 and 70 miles per hour and 110 miles per hour on the straight portion of the track.
R. J. Corman Railroad Services has almost completed the first phase of their project for Heartwell Renewables, a joint venture between Cargill and Musket, in their renewable diesel production facility in Hastings, Nebraska. R. J. Corman employees successfully cleared 40 acres of vegetation and moved and placed 177,000 cubic yards of dirt. The grade work also included erosion control, placement of drainage pipes, and encasement of utility lines. Moreover, 100,000 sq. yards of geogrid and 35,000 tons of sub-ballast were placed. In the next phase of the project, the company will construct 30,000 ft. of new track and 17 turnouts, perform crossing work, and ground and bond the track.
In early to mid-July 2023, Vermont and neighboring states experienced a devastating natural disaster known now by the National Weather Service as the Great Vermont Floods. The most widespread and significant flood damage occurred because of prolonged heavy rainfall of 3 to 9 inches within 48 hours on July 10th-11th on top of already-saturated ground from previous storms.Rivers and streams overflowed their banks, causing extensive damage to homes, infrastructure, and agricultural lands. The floods resulted in road closures, bridges being washed away, and communication disruptions in various parts of the state.
On Friday, June 23, a major storm system was moving across Nebraska and Wyoming. The Cheyenne Office of the National Weather Service said that eight tornadoes of varied intensity hit Wyoming and the western Nebraska Panhandle. One of these tornadoes caused a derailment near Wright, Wyoming, on a Class I line. They called R. J. Corman Railroad Service’s Emergency team to respond to the derailment of 25 cars.
After multiple years of arduous work, the R. J. Corman Signaling wiring shop has completed an impressive project. They have diligently wired 185 cases for the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) through JJD Electric. SEPTA is the regional public transportation authority that operates services for nearly 4 million people in five counties in and around Philadelphia, PA. This large project is just one example of the significant work that R. J. Corman Signaling does for its customers. This project shows R. J. Corman’s commitment to providing services for different segments of the railroad market.
R. J. Corman is committed to providing continued growth and improvement for its customers. Seeing a great opportunity, R. J. Corman presented an idea to L&W Supply in Myrtle Beach, SC, to build a 520 feet rail spur connecting its facilities to R. J. Corman’s Carolina Lines (RJCS.) These facilities are only a few of the 200+ branches L&W Supply has nationwide. L&W is the nation’s largest distributor of wallboard, suspended ceiling systems, steel studs, joint treatment, insulation, fasteners, and other building products.
R. J. Corman is committed to providing continued growth and improvement for its customers. Seeing a great opportunity, R. J. Corman presented an idea to L&W Supply in Myrtle Beach, SC, to build a 520 feet rail spur connecting its facilities to R. J. Corman’s Carolina Lines (RJCS.) These facilities are only a few of the 200+ branches L&W Supply has nationwide. L&W is the nation’s largest distributor of wallboard, suspended ceiling systems, steel studs, joint treatment, insulation, fasteners, and other building products.
R. J. Corman Railroad Services Construction and Signaling Teams Improving Commuters Lives in Vermont
Over the last couple of months, Construction Divisions of R. J. Corman Railroad Services have been working on Phase 1 of the Village of Essex Junction’s Crescent Connector Road project.