- ECOTRAX™ Railroad Ties
- Key Features
- Mechanical Properties
- Tests/Reports
- Image Gallery
- Purchase ECOTRAX™
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ECOTRAX™ Composite Railroad Ties
AXION International's ECOTRAX™ Composite Railroad Ties are of the highest quality, made using our patented formula - an industrial grade, Recycled Structural Composite (RSC). ECOTRAX™ ties currently meet and exceed all AREMA standards. They resist plate wear, hold spikes, and maintain gauge – after more than ten years at the TTCI HTL test track, accumulating over 1,800 MGT of 39-ton axle loads.
ECOTRAX™ simply outperform traditional railroad ties. They are virtually impervious to the elements; will not rust, splinter, crumble, rot, absorb moisture or leach toxic chemicals into the environment; and are completely impervious to infestation by insects. ECOTRAX™ ties offer a lower lifetime cost than traditional materials. Installing ECOTRAX™ requires no special tools or training.
Produced from 100% recycled material, each mile of our ECOTRAX™ ties keeps tons of plastic bottles and waste from sitting in landfills and filling our oceans - making ECOTRAX™ Composite Railroad Ties a smart choice environmentally. And, because ECOTRAX™ ties feature longer life cycles, are extremely strong, durable, and low maintenance - they are also a highly cost-effective choice.

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For Additional Information, please do not hesitate to contact AXION International or download our ECOTRAX™ Brochure. |
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ECOTRAX™ Composite Railroad Ties: Key Features
EASY TO INSTALL
ECOTRAX™ ties can be installed using traditional wood-tie equipment. No special training or equipment is needed
To learn more about installing ECOTRAX™, view our "ECOTRAX™ Installation Guide" (English) (French).
ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFER & CLEANER
Axion's proprietary Recycled Structural Composite (RSC) material is inert, contains no toxic materials, and is non-corrosive
MORE DURABLE
Impervious to rot, fungus, insects, and moisture
MORE RELIABLE
A zero-percent (0%) failure rating
GREENER
Made from 100% recycled materials and are 100% recyclable at the end of their long, functional life
MEET AND EXCEED ALL AREMA STANDARDS
Axion's Recycled Structural Composite (RSC) ECOTRAX™ Railroad ties meet and exceed all AREMA standards. They resist plate wear, hold spikes, and maintain gauge – after more than ten years at the TTCI HTL test track, accumulating over 1,800 MGT of 39-ton axle loads. ECOTRAX™ ties can be used in: Heavy Axle Load Freight, Transit Lines, Open & Closed Deck Bridges, Crossings, and Switch Ties.
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For Additional Information, please do not hesitate to contact AXION International or download our ECOTRAX™ Brochure.
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ECOTRAX™ Composite Railroad Ties: Mechanical Properties
Mechanical Properties for AXION's ECOTRAX Composite Railroad Ties. Click to Link to a Test and view details in a new window.
| TEST / TEST NAME | PROPERTY | TYPICAL VALUE |
| Specific Gravity | Specific Gravity | 0.85 – 0.90 |
| ASTM D6111-97 | Density | 53 – 56 lb/ft3 |
| Thermal Expansion | Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 0.000041 in/in/°F |
| ASTM D696-91 | ||
| Compression | Compressive Strength (Parallel to Grain) | 3,081 psi |
| ASTM D6108-97 | Compressive Strength (Perpendicular to Grain) | 1,240 psi |
| Permanent Deformation Under Load (Perpendicular to Grain) | 0.013 in | |
| Modulus of Elasticity (Average) | 177,937 psi | |
| Flexural | Flexural Strength | 3,000 psi |
| ASTM D6109-97 | Modulus of Elasticity (Average) | 314,059 psi |
| Shear Strength (Calculated) | 1,500 psi | |
| Modulus of Rupture (Bending) | 3,954 psi | |
| Plate Compression (MOE) | 25,600 psi | |
| Screw Spike Pullout | Modulus of Mechanical Fastener Screw Spike Pullout* | 7,103 lb |
| ASTM D6117-97 | *using 11/16" screw, 14mm nominal diameter hole, 97 mm clip | |
| Single Tie Push Test | Single Tie Push (Newly Installed) | 2,750 lb |
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| Cyclic Load Tie Wear |
4 Million Cycle Test 20,000 lb. (Vertical Load) & 3,750–7500 (Lateral Load) |
No Tie Plate Cutting Damage or Cracks |
| TTCI | ||
For Additional Information, please do not hesitate to contact AXION International or download our ECOTRAX™ Brochure.
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ECOTRAX™ Composite Railroad Ties: Tests and Reports
Tests and Reports for AXION's ECOTRAX™ Composite Railroad Ties.
Please contact AXION to request technical test and report data.
For Additional Information, please do not hesitate to contact AXION International or download our ECOTRAX™ Brochure.
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ECOTRAX™ Composite Railroad Ties: Image Gallery
Images of installed AXION's ECOTRAX™ Composite Railroad Ties. (click image to enlarge)
For Additional Information, please do not hesitate to contact AXION International or download our ECOTRAX™ Brochure.
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ECOTRAX™ Composite Railroad Ties: Purchase
Size and Specifications for AXION's ECOTRAX Composite Railroad Ties.
Custom Lengths available. Also available with smooth surface.
Please call AXION International to discuss your project: (908) 542-0888.
| ECOTRAX™ Composite Railroad Tie (7" x 9") | SKU # | DIMENSIONS | LENGTH | WEIGHT/PIECE | PRICE |
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RT709085 - RT709016 | 7" (H) x 9" (W) | 8.5-17 FOOT (LENGTHS) | 180 Lbs. - 360 Lbs. | CALL for PRICING |
| 7" (H) x 9" (W) | CUSTOM LENGTHS AVAILABLE | CALL for WEIGHTS | CALL for PRICING | ||
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| ECOTRAX™ Composite Railroad Tie (6" x 10") | SKU # | DIMENSIONS | LENGTH | WEIGHT/PIECE | PRICE |
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RT709085 - RT709016 | 6" (H) x 10" (W) | 8.5-20 FOOT (LENGTHS) | CALL for WEIGHTS | CALL for PRICING |
| 6" (H) x 10" (W) | CUSTOM LENGTHS AVAILABLE | CALL for WEIGHTS | CALL for PRICING | ||
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| ECOTRAX™ Composite Railroad Tie (5.5" x 9") | SKU # | DIMENSIONS | LENGTH | WEIGHT/PIECE | PRICE |
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RT559086 - RT559014 | 5.5" (H) x 9" (W) | 8.5-14 FOOT (LENGTH) | 155 Lbs. - 255Lbs. | CALL for PRICING |
| 5.5" (H) x 9" (W) | CUSTOM LENGTHS AVAILABLE | CALL for WEIGHTS | CALL for PRICING | ||
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| ECOTRAX™ Composite Railroad Tie (10" x 10") | SKU # | DIMENSIONS | LENGTH | WEIGHT/PIECE | PRICE |
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RT101010 | 10" (H) x 10" (W) | 10-15 FOOT (LENGTH) | 350-525 Lbs. | CALL for PRICING |
| 10" (H) x 10" (W) | CUSTOM LENGTHS AVAILABLE | CALL for WEIGHTS | CALL for PRICING | ||
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