Pyrolysis and Torrefaction—Thermal Treatment of Creosote-Impregnated Railroad Ties as a Method of Utilization

A fundamental issue of waste management and the rail transport industry is the problem of utilizing used railroad ties. Wooden railroad ties are treated with a preservative, usually creosote. Due to their high toxicity, railroad ties are considered hazardous waste and must be utilized under various...

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Main Authors: Paweł Kazimierski, Paulina Kosmela, Piotr Piersa, Szymon Szufa
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-03-01
Series:Materials
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1944/16/7/2704