Teräsratapölkkyjä
Teräsratapölkkyjä, which translates to "steel railway sleepers" or "steel railway ties" in English, are a type of railway sleeper manufactured from steel. Unlike traditional wooden or concrete sleepers, steel sleepers offer a distinct set of characteristics and applications within railway infrastructure.
Historically, steel sleepers were employed in various railway systems, particularly in regions where wood was scarce
The advantages of steel sleepers include their inherent strength and durability, making them resistant to decay,
In modern railway construction, the use of steel sleepers is less common compared to concrete sleepers, which