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Rail Components Catalog Track Products Ties, Wood

Rail Industry Component:
Arch Wood Protection - a Lonza Company: Chemonite® ACZA-Treated Crossties

Arch Wood Protection - a Lonza Company


As a developer and supplier of wood preservatives, the company offers Chemonite® ACZA-Treated Crossties through a network of licensed producers. Chemonite-treated ties offer long-term protection, economy, plus advantageous environmental and handling features. Many are warranted for 25 years against fungal decay and termites, subject to meeting certain requirements. Treatment of Chemonite crossties meets AWPA Standards and AREMA requirements. Borates can be added in an efficient one-step process for preservative enhancement; the company is also a supplier of borate additives.