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Griswold
When the time came to replace aging wigwags at railway crossings, the Canadian Pacific Railway favored using the Griswold (or EM) Pedestal style grade crossing gate mechanism. The unique style and counterweights offered for an unmistakable and iconic look. Safetran also offered a near identical Pedestal EM mechanism. The vast majority of these vintage crossing mechanisms have since been replaced by modern equipment, however a few crossings here and there still sport these classic warning devices. Notably, Operation Lifesaver used the silhouette of a Griswold crossing gate mechanism in its original logo. In this photo, Ottawa Valley Rail Link 431 is seen heading westbound towards Sudbury through Sturgeon Falls at Coursol Road.
July 17, 2024.
Griswold
When the time came to replace aging wigwags at railway crossings, the Canadian Pacific Railway favored using the Griswold (or EM) Pedestal style grade crossing gate mechanism. The unique style and counterweights offered for an unmistakable and iconic look. Safetran also offered a near identical Pedestal EM mechanism. The vast majority of these vintage crossing mechanisms have since been replaced by modern equipment, however a few crossings here and there still sport these classic warning devices. Notably, Operation Lifesaver used the silhouette of a Griswold crossing gate mechanism in its original logo. In this photo, Ottawa Valley Rail Link 431 is seen heading westbound towards Sudbury through Sturgeon Falls at Coursol Road.
July 17, 2024.