KYPEL Product Details

This product has been reviewed by Division of Materials, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. As date of Jun 29, 2010, its status is phase 4.

Notes:

Begin review 4/23/09

Trade Name: High Friction Surface


Attached Files for This Product

File Name	Type	Size (KB)	Uploaded By	Organization	Date	Agency Only	Accept	Delete
EP7.pdf	application/pdf	120	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	Feb 16, 2011	1520	Yes
EP8.pdf	application/pdf	93	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	Feb 16, 2011	1521	Yes
HFS AppInst.pdf	application/pdf	58	32 David Quarles	KYTC	Apr 23, 2009	224	Yes
HFS Brochure_B.pdf	application/pdf	908	32 David Quarles	KYTC	Apr 23, 2009	225	Yes
HFS Installation.pdf	application/pdf	279	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	Nov 08, 2010	1386	Yes
HFS_Binder_A_Crafco_MSDS1.pdf	application/pdf	41	32 David Quarles	KYTC	Apr 23, 2009	226	Yes
HFS_Binder_B_Crafco_MSDS1.pdf	application/pdf	43	32 David Quarles	KYTC	Apr 23, 2009	227	Yes
High Friction Surface PDS2.pdf	application/pdf	652	32 David Quarles	KYTC	Apr 23, 2009	228	Yes

Division	Reviewer	Recommendation	Comment	Date	Delete
Recommendations and Comments

KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	U Undecided		Apr 09, 2010	389
Construction	77 Rachel Mills Agency	Y Approve	Product seems very similiar to TyreGrip and PolyCarb which we have experimented with on a couple of projects throughout the state.	Aug 21, 2009	306
Maintenance	36 Wayne Simpson Agency	U Undecided		Aug 21, 2009	302
Maintenance	111 Rusty Wallace Agency	U Undecided	The material looks promising. Would like to see this product in the field, maybe as a demo project.	Aug 05, 2009	296
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	U Undecided		Apr 24, 2009	242

NEW PRODUCTS EXPLANATION OF PHASES
Phase 1		Product has been submitted and is pending initial review by the chairman of the committee.
Phase 2		The product is under preliminary review by appropriate sections(s)/Division(s) and awaiting recommendations(s) to the chair from the appropriate section(s)/division(s). Minimal study of available literature is necessary at this stage.
Phase 3		Product is under detailed laboratory and/or literature review by the New Product Review Committee.
Phase 4		Product has been approved for experimental use by the New Product Review Committee. The product may be used on a limited basis; however, change orders must be submitted and approved prior to use of the product. The product will be monitored for performance for two years, but the performance period may be changed depending on the type of product and susceptibility to weathering. If the product performs poorly and poses a safety risk, the product may be removed before scheduled replacement.
Phase 5		The product has been approved for use by the New Products Review Committee. The contractor must have the product approved by the KYTC and the Federal Highway Administration (if applicable) prior to use of the product on a project. Standard Specifications or Special Notes are being developed for this type of material/product.
Phase 6		Current specifications exist for this type of product. It may be requested that the manufacturer submit samples, NTPEP test data, and/or provide requested information to have the product approved and placed on the List of Approved Materials (if applicable).
Phase 7		Product has been sent the New Product Review Committee for final approval consideration.
Phase 8		Not a product to be evaluated by the New Products Review Committee.
Phase 9		Specifications exist for product however, there is no List of Approved Materials for this type of product at this time. Product may be used provided it meets the required specification or special condition(s) listed.
Phase 10		Product has been approved and specifications or special note exists.
Phase 11		Product is approved for use however there is no KYTC specification or special note. Product must meet manufacturer specifications and must have KYTC approval before use.
Phase 12		Product has been experimentally approved previously and is currently under evaluation on select projects. Not permitted on future projects until field evaluations are complete.
Phase 13		Product not approved for use in Kentucky highway or bridge construction.


Generic Name:
This product is Not Patented

Manufacturer: Crafco
Address: 6165 W. Detroit St.
	Chandler, AZ 85226

Background description of company and its products:
	Crafco is a manufacturer of pavement maintenance products. Producing sealants, patching materials, fabrics and high friction surface treatments.
Recommended Uses-Primary: Skid Control Systems
Recommended Uses-Alternate: Miscellaneous
Outstanding Features or Advantages Claimed:
	Enhanced skid resistance of surface, excellent durability and good color retention. Safety also increased since color enhancement and delineation improves driver and other road user awareness.
General Composition of Material:
	2 part epoxy resin with Bauxite, Granite and Quartz aggregate.
Date introduced on Market:
Alternate for Following Existing Product: No exisiting equivalent.
Cost Per Unit Material (F.O.B.): $3.38
Royalty Cost: $0.00
Cost Per Unit in Place: $5.50

Material Specifications Furnished by Manufacturer? To Be Mailed
Product Availability: Non-Seasonal , Delivery at Site Within 21 Days after Receipt of Order
Can Samples Be Provided? No. Samples can not be provided
At Cost $0.00 for Laboratory Testing
Free for Field Testing

This product meets requirements of following specifications:
	AASHTO: N/A ASTM: N/A Fed. Spec.: N/A KY: N/A Others: N/A
This product has/is being evaluated by following Highway authorities or agencies:
	Connecticut Kevin Burnham Colorado John Polhemus Massachusetts Duarte Andrade
This product is approved for use by other highway authorities or other agencies:
	Tennessee Rick Winters 615-350-4177
Another office of the Kentucky Department of Highways has been contacted.
	Contacted Office: Contact Date:

Product Web Page: http://highfriction.com/

This information is filed by Angie Hoaglin on Apr 23, 2009
Contact Information:
	Crafco
	6165 W. Detroit St.
	Chandler, AZ 85226
	Phone: 602-276-0406
	Email: angie.hoaglin@crafco.com


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