Progress Rail Partners With Triton Group to Supply Composite Ties
Written by Jennifer McLawhorn, Managing Editor
Triton Group
ALBERTAVILLE, Ala. - Progress Rail announced it has entered into a sales and marketing agreement with Triton Group to supply composite railroad ties.
According to Progress Rail, it will become the “exclusive seller and marketer of Triton’s composite tie technology, combining Triton’s materials expertise with Progress Rail’s engineering capabilities and global reach.” Triton ties are incorporate with 160 pounds of recycled plastic, thereby keeping plastic waste out of landfills. It provides an alternative to creosote-treated wood, Progress Rail says, and supports circularity through Triton’s engineered feedstocks. These preserve glass fiber for improved strength. These composite ties are compatible with existing track installation and maintenance equipment, says Progress Rail.
The company evaluated composite tie options by observing performance in the field, ease of installation, stress behavior, and manufacturing readiness. Triton’s ties deliver a longer service life in wet, warm, and termite-prone environments. Each will support railroads through site evaluations, engineering reviews, pilot installations, and deployment strategies. By doing so, the placement of composite ties will offer a measurable return on investment.
Progress Rail executive vice president of infrastructure Sam Doerr said, “Our customers count on us to deliver infrastructure solutions that lower total cost of ownership. . . Triton offers a leading composite tie backed by strong performance, predictable installation, and cost advantages. Adding this solution to our portfolio helps our rail customers extend maintenance cycles, improve network reliability, and advance long-term sustainability commitments.”
Triton Group CEO Greg Janson said, “We are honored that Progress Rail has chosen to represent the Triton tie. . . Progress Rail’s technical credibility and global footprint will accelerate the adoption of composite infrastructure solutions that are stronger, cleaner, and built for long-term value.”
