Axion receives Class 1 railroad order for composite crossties

Axion International said one of the largest railroads in North America has placed the first purchase order under a letter of intent for the ongoing purchase of Recycled Structural Composite (RSC) railroad ties.

"We’re thrilled to receive
this initial order from such a respected customer," stated Jim Kerstein, Axion
CEO. "Without question this is further validation that the Class 1 railroad
market is looking for longer-lasting, more long-term economical alternatives to
wood and concrete.

"Per the American
Association of Railways the U.S. rail industry spent  $7.7 billion on
maintaining roadway and structures in 2008," added Kerstein. "That number is
increasing annually and we believe suppliers, like Axion, who deliver more
durable, environmentally-friendly products with a lower cost of lifetime
ownership will increase their share of that pie."

Developed in conjunction
with Rutgers University’s Materials Sciences and Engineering Department, Axion’s
RSC is inert and contains no toxic materials. It will never leach, warp and is
impervious to insect infestation. In addition, RSC is completely recyclable at
the end of its functional life.