Evertrak manufactures composite railroad ties made from glass‑fiber‑reinforced polymer recycled from plastic. Their Evertrak 7000 ties match the strength and stiffness of traditional wood ties while delivering up to a 50‑year service life, eliminating creosote and reducing deforestation. Certified to AREMA, Union Pacific and AAR M‑1003 standards, the ties help rail operators extend replacement intervals, lower total cost of ownership, and improve track reliability.
Funding
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Product
Problem
Railroad networks rely on wood ties that rot due to moisture, insects, and wear, requiring the replacement of roughly 20 million ties each year. This process consumes millions of trees, uses creosote‑treated wood, and incurs high labor and material costs for rail operators.
Solution
Evertrak supplies composite railroad ties made from glass‑fiber‑reinforced polymer (GFRP) manufactured from recycled plastic. The Evertrak 7000 ties match the strength and stiffness of traditional wood ties while offering a service life of up to 50 years, even in high‑rot zones. By eliminating creosote and using a recyclable material, the ties reduce environmental impact and deforestation. Their consistent performance meets AREMA and Union Pacific specifications, allowing railroads to extend replacement intervals, lower total cost of ownership, and improve track reliability. The product is certified under AAR M‑1003, and over 100,000 ties have been installed with no performance claims.
Target Audience
Primary customers are Class I and regional railroad operators, as well as track maintenance contractors responsible for long‑term infrastructure planning and cost management.
Features
- Glass‑fiber‑reinforced polymer construction from recycled plastic, providing wood‑equivalent strength and stiffness
- Certified to AREMA and Union Pacific standards; the only AAR M‑1003 approved composite tie
- Designed for a 50‑year in‑track lifespan, delivering up to a 2× advantage over wood ties in high‑rot regions
- Eliminates creosote and other hazardous chemicals, reducing health and environmental risks
- Fully recyclable at end‑of‑life, enabling carbon sequestration and circular material use
- Proven field performance with over 100,000 installed ties and zero warranty claims