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Intermodal Railroading by Brian Solomon w/ dust jacket
Intermodal Railroading by Brian Solomon
Intermodal Railroading
Brian Solomon
Hard Cover w/dust jacket
192 Pages
Copyright 2007
Contents
Dedication6
Acknowledgments7
Introduction10
Chapter 1The Pig Is Born17
Chapter 2Containers, Staggers, and Stacks59
Chapter 3Equipment92
Chapter 4Intermodal Power128
Chapter 5RoadRailer144
Chapter 6Growth156
Glossary188
Bibliography190
Index192
INTERMODAL RAILROADING, which started out as a way for railroads to better serve customers without sidings, has grown into one of the most significant aspects of modern railroading and, indeed, international shipping. For the first time, this portion of the railroad industry that has flourished beyond all expectations is examined in a concisely written and completely illustrated history showcasing 200 vintage and modern photographs. Author Brian Solomon looks at intermodal railroading's personalities, technology, infrastructure, and operations, with special emphases on the evolution of technologies, the effects of global economies and federal deregulation, pioneering players such as TTX and Sea-Land, and modern innovations like articulated spine cars and double-stack well cars. Rounded out by a glossary of terms, this wonderfully illustrated layman's guide to the world of intermodal will prove indispensable to anyone interested in modern railroad operations.
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