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Tie Economics 

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Economic Impact Studies (2018)

Class 1 Wood Crosstie Insertions in the US - 1921 to 2013

Life Cycle Analysis of Creosote Treated Ties in the US Comparison Paper (2013)

Determination of Effect of Dual Treatment on Average Tie Life & Wood Tie Life Cycle Costs (2011)

Assessment of Concrete Tie Life on U.S. Freight Railroads (2010)

Wood vs. Steel Report (2009)

Track/Traffic Density Study (2008)

TieInspect Tool (2008)

Forest Products Life Curve Update (2008) 

Electrical Impedance Study (2007) 

Comparative Crosstie Unit Value and Costs (2005)

Comparative Analysis of 6"x8" vs. 7"x9" Timber Crossties (2005)

Field Tests of Air Dried and Boultonized Crossties to Compare In-Service Performance (2002) 

Development of a Tie Usage Index for Matching Wood Performance and Operating Conditions (2002)

An Examination and Interpretation of Tie Market Data (2000)

Enhanced Tie Condition Inspection (1998)

Performance Prediction and Specification of Wood Ties for Revenue Service (1996)

Concrete vs. Wood Ties (1993)

FAST/Heavy Axle Load Study (1990)

Major Findings of Wood Tie and Fastener Performance (1988-1999)

Extending the Service Life of Wood Crossties (1987-2002)

Analysis of Wood Crosstie Price Sensitivities (1985-2000)




 







 

 

 

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