Article: Equipment & materials guide: grade-crossing surfaces, communications and signaling equipment, fillers and housings.

Grade-crossing surfaces

A&K Railroad Materials, Inc.--Full-depth rubber grade crossings are comprised of interlocking tongue and groove panels providing a continuous surface. The 100% rubber panels fit tightly to the rail and are impervious to salt, ice and moisture. No lag bolts are required, eliminating potential failure points. Fits rail sections 100 lb. and up on 8-ft, 6-in. or 9-ft ties on 18-in. centers. Will accommodate up to 23 degrees of curve. Panels can be modified to fit concrete ties. Phone: 800-453-8812.

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American Concrete Products Co., Inc.--A structural-steel-framed, test-proven, shunt-resistant, full-depth ...

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