Train passing over RailPile reinforced track with helical piles visible below

RailPile™ is a patent-pending ground stabilization system, developed in partnership with MAGNUM® Piering, designed to permanently solve soft subgrade issues—without shutting down your railroad.

For decades, railroads have relied on outdated corduroy construction to support track over weak soils. As these buried wood layers deteriorate, they create settlement, slow orders, and ongoing maintenance headaches.

RailPile™ replaces that failing foundation with specially designed galvanized steel helical screws, specifically engineered for railroad stabilization, installed directly through the ballast—no track removal required.

Using a proven crisscross installation pattern, RailPile™ reinforces the subgrade by transferring loads deeper into stable soils. The result is a stronger track structure, reduced deflection, and long-term performance you can count on.

RailPile™ isn’t just a repair—it’s a long-term upgrade to your track’s performance and your railroad’s bottom line.

Why RailPile™?

Stronger Track. Proven Performance.

RailPile™ delivers immediate structural improvement where it matters most—beneath your track.

  • Increases subgrade stiffness for a more stable foundation
  • Reduces deflection under load to protect track integrity
  • Maintains alignment and geometry for longer-lasting performance

Keep Trains Moving. Eliminate Downtime.

Traditional repair methods can sideline your track for days. RailPile™ doesn’t.

  • No track panel removal required
  • No extended out-of-service windows
  • Install directly under active track with minimal disruption
  • Maintain operations while improvements are made

Install Faster. Return to Service Immediately.

RailPile™ is built for speed and efficiency in live rail environments.

  • Installed in short, controlled work blocks
  • No curing time—unlike other stabilization methods
  • Helical piles driven through ballast between ties
  • Track is ready for traffic immediately after installation

Maximize ROI. Minimize Cost.

Less downtime means more productivity—and lower total cost.

  • Reduce labor, equipment, and outage-related expenses
  • Avoid costly, multi-day track outages
  • Reduce slow orders caused by settling and soft track conditions—keeping trains moving at optimal speeds
  • Improve overall rail line efficiency and throughput
  • Extend maintenance cycles and deliver long-term, reliable performance
Cross-section showing RailPile helical screws installed beneath railroad track

Stabilize Your Track — Without Stopping Your Railroad

RailPile™ is the proven, patent-pending solution for soft subgrade problems. Stronger track. Less downtime. Lower cost.

Contact North Shore Track to find out how RailPile™ can work for your railroad.

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