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Equipment & Materials Guide International Track Systems, Inc.— Full-length 3⁄16- x 8-in. x 8-ft, 6-in. rubber tie pads are designed to improve ride quality and reduce grade-crossing maintenance when used on each tie in the crossing. Phone: 440-992-9206. Lewis Bolt & Nut Co.—Washerhead timber drive spikes are single-forged, which eliminates both the need for a separate washer and the corrosion that occurs between washer and head. The spikes can be driven with a maul or pneumatic spike driver, and can be removed with hand or power tools. The threads have excellent holding power, and the spikes are easily and quickly installed and removed. They are used in highwaycrossing planks and other timber structures. Phone: 800-328-3480. FAB-RA-CAST®—FAB-RA-FILLER™ bonds completely to the rail steel and to the panel regardless of its composition and retains its elasticity permanently. Because it is mixed on-site and poured in place, the material can be molded to provide a totally-flat running surface between the approach panel and rail head. FAB-RA-FILLER is a non-conductor, making it safe for use in signal territory to help isolate the rails. Phone: 248-354-7185. International Track Systems, Inc.— Flangeway filler strip: Eliminates the Flangeway Gap so industrial trucks can cross smoothly and prohibits bicycle tires, shoes and debris from being caught in the rail flange. Compresses under the wheels of rail traffic and then returns to its original shape. Available for all rail sizes and any type of crossing material. Phone: 440-992-9206. Lewis Bolt & Nut Co.—Sealtite Dome Head Drive Spikes have a thin domeshaped head that eliminates counterboring, thus preventing excessive timber decay and rust, and reduces maintenance. Low profile adds to worker safety. The large-diameter head seals moisture away from spike shank and prevents rust, and the extra-large bearing surface holds tight. Installed with a pneumatic air tool or with a maul, the spikes are used to fasten highway-crossing planks. Phone: 800-328-3480. tween road surface and the railtrack structure. The rubber inserts are engineered to dampen vehicle loading and absorb energy at the rail interface. The profiles are manufactured from specially-formulated rubber compounds designed specifically to provide outstanding performance and durability in the railroad crossing environment. Products are available in all rail sizes and fastening configurations or can be custom designed for specific requirements. Phone: 888-222-5968. GKI Cutting Tools—Distributor of carbide bits for rail drilling tools. Repair of bit holders at a savings of 50% or more over cost of new holders. Phone: 815-459-2330. Magnum Manufacturing Corp.— Rubber flange filler is a durable rubber placed in the flange to prevent dirt and debris from filling the crossing. The filler completely surrounds the flange with a thick rubber section and prevents rocks and other obstacles from being pressed into the flange area under train traffic. Fillers can be used on wood or concrete ties and on all rail sizes from 90 lbs to 136 lbs. These reusable flange fillers are designed for easy installation. Phone: 801-785-9700. HiRAIL Corp.—RS is a rubber rail seal product designed to protect the rail and to provide a pre-formed flangeway throughout the crossing surface. Fitting snugly against the rail on both gauge and field sides, it provides a buffer between the asphalt and the rail. Its rubber composition can flex with heavy rail traffic. Two people can install the rail seal that comes in 6-ft-long, 55-lb sections. The rubber flexes with changing temperatures and repels road chemicals. Phone: 800-274-7245. International Track Systems, Inc.—Flangeway rubber inserts eliminate the flangeway gap on industrial crossings. Manufactured from 70-durometer EPDM synthetic rubber, the inserts provide a smooth crossing surface that compresses under the wheels of railway traffic. The inserts have excellent weathering properties and are available for wood, concrete, asphalt or rubber crossings. Phone: 440-992-9206. www.rtands.com Phoenix DT GmbH—The Phoenix continuous resilient rail seating also used in sleeper tracks has many advantages as electrical insulation, high damping of structure-borne noise and adjustable rail deflection due to different base profiles. It can be combined with various surface materials such as concrete, asphalt, cobblestone or grass. The installation is very easy and efficient, prefabricated or on construction site even under operating conditions and available for turnouts or crossings. Phone: +49-3622 633 423. Lewis Bolt & Nut Co.—Speciallycoated, 5/8-in.- and 3⁄4-in.-diameter, Recessed-Head Timber Screws for crossing planks allow quick installation with standard tools. Pre-boring is recommended, but is not necessary, and the screws are available in various lengths with either round or square heads. Forged one-piece washerhead eliminates the need for separate washer and seals out moisture to prevent rust and wood decay. Phone: 800-328-3480. OMNI Products, Inc.—OMNI Virgin Rubber RailGuard™ (VRA) is made from 100% virgin rubber. RailGuard is used in combination with asphalt or precast concrete panels. VRA protects the track structure by absorbing traffic impact loads, and provides a positive flangeway, which controls surface water runoff and prevents breakup of the asphalt or concrete at the rail interface. RailGuard can be produced for 90-lb to 141-lb rail sizes. RailGuard can be installed on either timber or concrete ties. Phone: 815-344-3100. Performance Polymers Inc.—PPI Railseal profiles have been designed to provide a smooth transition be- Polycorp Ltd. —ISO 9001 Registered, Epflex® Railseal Interface and Eplock II have revolutionized the asphalt crossing. Our patented Eplock II clips mean fast, safe, longlasting crossings with increased structural integrity. Our broad product line allows for custom solutions for embedded rail problems. Extruded from virgin materials, Epflex Railseal Interface is available in all sizes and unconditionally guaranteed. Phone: 800-265-2710. June 2008 37 Railway Track & Structures http://www.rtands.com

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