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.

For Additional Information, please do not hesitate to contact AXION International or download our ECOTRAX™ Brochure.

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.

For Additional Information, please do not hesitate to contact AXION International or download our ECOTRAX™ Brochure.

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
TTCI
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.

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.

ECOTRAX™ Composite Railroad Ties: Image Gallery

Images of installed AXION's ECOTRAX™ Composite Railroad Ties. (click image to enlarge)

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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
	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
	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
	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
	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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For Additional Information, please do not hesitate to contact AXION International or download our ECOTRAX™ Brochure.