Railway Tie Association

Railway Tie Association Since 1919, RTA has advocated for wood crosstie lifecycle sustainability.

We promote research, forest management, timber conservation, processing, wood preservation, safety, sustainability, and tie recycling to strengthen the wood tie market.

It’s Wood is Good Friday! 🌳🪵Did you know forests cover 14 million acres, or 52 percent of Tennessee, and approximately 8...
09/04/2026

It’s Wood is Good Friday! 🌳🪵

Did you know forests cover 14 million acres, or 52 percent of Tennessee, and approximately 89 percent of the trees in those forests are hardwoods? Tennessee also ranks among the top three hardwood lumber-producing states.

That made Tennessee the perfect place for RTA Executive Director Dr. Nate Irby to share the wood tie story this week with the Tennessee Forestry Association and talk about the important role wood ties play in the forest products industry. Nate also enjoyed catching up with a few RTA members in attendance.

We appreciate every opportunity to tell the wood tie story.

A Friend of RTA, and a new mug to prove it! ☕️American Wood Technology’s Claus Staalner, left, shows off his new Friend ...
09/03/2026

A Friend of RTA, and a new mug to prove it! ☕️

American Wood Technology’s Claus Staalner, left, shows off his new Friend of RTA mug with RTA Executive Director Dr. Nate Irby during the 2026 RTA Member Field Trip.

Claus was a Friend of RTA sponsor for the Field Trip and is always willing to step up in support of RTA and our events. We’re incredibly grateful for our Friends of RTA and ALL of our sponsors.

We simply couldn’t put on the quality events we do without their support. Thank you, Claus, and to all who support RTA throughout the year!

🐦 Early Bird RTA Conference Savings Have Been Extended! 🎉RTA members now have through Sept. 9 to save on registration fo...
09/02/2026

🐦 Early Bird RTA Conference Savings Have Been Extended! 🎉

RTA members now have through Sept. 9 to save on registration for the 2026 RTA Annual Conference, Oct. 19-22 in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

A few extra days to save—and one less reason to wait. We hope to see ALL RTA members in Fort Lauderdale!

➡️ Register: https://members.rta.org/ap/Events/Register/8EF7nGnSOCRC7

A big sponsor shoutout to our friends at Nisus Corporation for their continued support of the RTA Annual Conference as a...
09/01/2026

A big sponsor shoutout to our friends at Nisus Corporation for their continued support of the RTA Annual Conference as a Diamond-Level Sponsor! 💎

Pictured here at our 2025 Conference in San Antonio are Jeff Thomas (right), Director of Industrial Sales, and Dr. Jeff Lloyd (left), Senior Vice President, Innovation and Sustainability, representing Nisus in the exhibit hall.

We appreciate their longtime support of RTA and look forward to seeing Jeff and Jeff again beginning Oct. 19 at The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, where they’ll be ready to visit with attendees at the Nisus booth.

Thank you, Nisus, for always showing up for RTA and the wood tie industry!

There are a handful of booth spaces remaining. Contact Dr. Nate Irby at [email protected] for info.

Need to register before Early Bird rates fly away? Here's the link: https://members.rta.org/ap/Events/Register/8EF7nGnSOCRC7

08/31/2026

Only 5 exhibit booth spots remain for the 2026 RTA Conference!

Want some great exposure for your company? RTA Executive Director Dr. Nate Irby has a quick update on exhibit opportunities in Fort Lauderdale and why you'll want to grab one of the remaining spots.

With meals and networking breaks taking place in the exhibit area and attendees passing through the exhibits to reach the meeting space, there will be plenty of opportunities to get noticed and talk with attendees.

Booths are only $995, but only 5 of 20 spots are left. Contact Nate at [email protected] to secure your spot.

🗓️ Oct. 19-22, 202
📍 Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort / Fort Lauderdale, FL

Take it away, Nate...

🌳 Wood is Good Friday: It’s time to flip the script.For decades, generations grew up hearing that cutting trees is bad f...
08/28/2026

🌳 Wood is Good Friday: It’s time to flip the script.

For decades, generations grew up hearing that cutting trees is bad for forests. The North American Forest Foundation (NAFF) is working to change that outdated narrative with the facts about sustainable forestry, renewable forests and the important role wood plays in our everyday lives.

Through its Back-to-School with NAFF campaign, NAFF is helping the next generation learn the Truth About Trees—and you can be part of the solution by sponsoring a Truth About Trees education kit for students.

RTA is proud to help spread the word about this campaign. And help flip the script.

🌲 Learn more: https://buff.ly/Ajw6maL

Conference goodies are starting to arrive! 👀Attendees at the 2026 RTA Annual Conference can look forward to some great t...
08/28/2026

Conference goodies are starting to arrive! 👀

Attendees at the 2026 RTA Annual Conference can look forward to some great takeaways, including these awesome stickers. A special shoutout to RTA Executive Committee member Michael Skeen of Progress Rail, who designed the America 250 sticker!

We’re looking forward to seeing everyone Oct. 19-22 at The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort.

Haven’t registered yet? Early Bird savings end Sept. 1! Register now and join us in Fort Lauderdale.

🔗 https://members.rta.org/ap/Events/Register/8EF7nGnSOCRC7

RTA Executive Director Dr. Nate Irby and fellow RTA Tie Grading Seminar instructor Brad Crawford were invited to help co...
08/26/2026

RTA Executive Director Dr. Nate Irby and fellow RTA Tie Grading Seminar instructor Brad Crawford were invited to help conduct wood tie training at Beale Air Force base in California.

This is the most recent installment of similar training events conducted at Naval and Army bases over the last two years.

RTA is proud to be part of continuing education, workforce development, and raising awareness to users for all railroad track applications!

⏰ One week left to take advantage of early bird rates for RTA's 2026 Conference in Fort Lauderdale!Join the wood tie com...
08/25/2026

⏰ One week left to take advantage of early bird rates for RTA's 2026 Conference in Fort Lauderdale!

Join the wood tie community Oct. 19-22 at the Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort for education, industry insights, networking, and a little fun—including optional events on the water and the always-popular Annual RTA Golf Tournament.

🔗 Register here: https://railwaytieassociation.growthzoneapp.com/ap/r/e33466d5e098426aab0ac5fe53f40fcf

08/24/2026

We’re kicking off the week with a conversation about the value of becoming a Friend of RTA sponsor!

RTA Executive Director Dr. Nate Irby has the details on this opportunity to support RTA while gaining some extra visibility for your company.

Interested? Sign up by contacting Nate at [email protected] or add your sponsorship when you register for the RTA Annual Conference, Oct. 19-22, Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Nate, tell us more about being a Friend of RTA sponsor...

➡️ Register: https://buff.ly/M13UpQF

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