October 31, 2025
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Bigger Cartridges. Better Efficiency. Same Proven Results: Introducing XL cartridges for SpikeFast® ES-50 and SpikeFast® CTR-100

Written by WVCO Railroad Solutions

For years, maintenance crews across the railroad industry have trusted WVCO Railroad Solutions SpikeFast® tie remediation products to extend the life of wooden, composite and concrete ties while improving track performance and reliability. Built on years of field success, our regular cartridges (450 ml) have been the go-to solution for precise, high-strength repair applications for smaller applications. Now that same trusted formula is available in XL cartridges (1,500 ml) for larger projects, to keep crews working longer with fewer interruptions—delivering more productivity, less waste and the same industry-leading performance.

More Time Tie Plugging, Less Time Changing

Every minute on track matters. With the XL cartridge, crews can repair more than three times as many holes per cartridge on larger stretches of track repairs compared to the regular cartridges. Fewer changeouts mean smoother workflow, faster completion times, and less downtime spent swapping cartridges or handling packaging. The result: more holes repaired per shift and greater efficiency across the board.

Less Waste, More Value

Beyond increased productivity, the larger cartridge supports sustainability and cost savings. Using fewer cartridges per project translates into:

Reduced packaging waste and disposal costs
Simplified logistics and storage
Less time managing empty containers

It’s a cleaner, more efficient approach that helps railroads and contractors meet environmental and operational goals simultaneously.

A Smarter Way to Work

As rail maintenance operations look for ways to do more with fewer resources, innovations like the SpikeFast® XL cartridges make a measurable difference. It’s the same trusted product—just re-engineered to maximize uptime, minimize waste, and keep crews focused on what matters most: getting the job done.