• Largest independent supplier and shipper of untreated crossties
  • Delivering a dependable supply of quality crossties
  • Leading the industry in 'greener', longer-lasting crossties at lower cost
  • Creating a new industry standard for borate pre-treated crossties
  • Growing through sales, service, acquisition and joint venture

The Process Begins:

Logs Become Ties:

Machines Incising and End-plating the Ties:

Ties Loaded onto Rail Spur:


Since 1920, Gross & Janes Co has been a leader in supplying quality wood crossties to the railroad industry.
Today we are leading the way in providing environmentally safe products to the industry. At Gross & Janes Co, we take pride in wise use of resource conservation. We select-cut only mature trees and focus on salvageable timber. Our foresters are trained in the best land management practices and harvesting techniques.