KYPEL Product Details

This product has been reviewed by Division of Materials, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. As date of May 23, 2011, its status is phase 4.

Notes:

Product is approved for experimental use on 5/20/11.

Trade Name: Plastic Solutions Inc.


Attached Files for This Product

File Name	Type	Size (KB)	Uploaded By	Organization	Date	Agency Only	Accept	Delete
BMP Trash Rack.pdf	application/pdf	88	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	Jun 06, 2011	1674	Yes
BMP Trash Rack.pdf	application/pdf	88	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	Jun 06, 2011	1678	Yes
Contact Us.docx	application/docx	10	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	Jun 06, 2011	1670	Yes
Culvert End Grate.pdf	application/pdf	19	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	Jun 06, 2011	1675	Yes
Culvert End Grate.pdf	application/pdf	19	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	Jun 06, 2011	1679	Yes
Debris Cage.pdf	application/pdf	81	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	Jun 06, 2011	1673	Yes
Flat Roof Trash Rack.pdf	application/pdf	134	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	Jun 06, 2011	1676	Yes
Flat Roof Trash Rack.pdf	application/pdf	134	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	Jun 06, 2011	1680	Yes
Peak Roof Trash Rack.pdf	application/pdf	217	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	Jun 06, 2011	1677	Yes
Peak Roof Trash Rack.pdf	application/pdf	217	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	Jun 06, 2011	1681	Yes
PSI Engineer presentation.pdf	application/pdf	1063	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	Jun 06, 2011	1683	Yes
PSI Engineer presentation.ppt	application/vnd.ms-p	4342	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	Jun 06, 2011	1682	Yes
PSI_Catalog_2011_01.pdf	application/pdf	2818	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	Mar 18, 2011	1584	Yes
StormRax FAQSheet.doc	application/msword	32	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	Jun 06, 2011	1671	Yes
Structural Plastic Trash Rack Specification.doc	application/msword	26	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	Jun 06, 2011	1672	Yes

Division	Reviewer	Recommendation	Comment	Date	Delete
Recommendations and Comments

KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	U Undecided		Jun 02, 2011	861
Ky Assoc. of Hwy Contractors	47 Michael LaRue Agency	Y Approve		May 24, 2011	849
Ky Transportation Cabinet	92 Allen Myers Agency	U Undecided	This product may be susceptible to fire and ultraviolet degradation. Skeptical about its use in slope box outlet applications due to strength and toughness concerns.	May 18, 2011	843
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	U Undecided	The strenght and durable is a concern. I was on a study when we looked into used of fiber reinforced steel reinforcement and the results were unconclusive.	May 03, 2011	828
Kentucky Concrete Pavement Association	320 Barry Sanders Agency	Y Approve	Considering it is lighter than metal, one person could handle it. Would like to see it used on a project.	May 03, 2011	826
Kentucky Concrete Pavement Association	320 Barry Sanders Agency	Y Approve	Considering it is lighter than metal, one person could handle it. Would like to see it used on a project.	May 03, 2011	825
Traffic Operations	118 Jeff Wolfe Agency	U Undecided	We do not see any applications related to Traffic Operations. We would defer to the opinions of subject matter exeperts in the Cabinet.	May 03, 2011	818

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: StormRax
This product is Not Patented

Manufacturer: Plastic Solutions Inc.
Address: 240 McGhee Road
	Winchester, Virginia 22603

Background description of company and its products:
	Plastic Solutions Inc. began 1997 with the vision to supply structural plastic trash racks to the storm water management industry. Since then, a significant amount of R&D and product testing has been accomplished including loading, UV resistance, flammabi
Recommended Uses-Primary: Culverts and Drainage Structures
Recommended Uses-Alternate: Barriers, Fencing and Roadside Structures
Outstanding Features or Advantages Claimed:
	Our line of fiberglass reinforced, UV stabilized HDPE trash racks will never rust, are a fraction of the weight of re-bar racks, cost less and are covered by a limited one year warranty.
General Composition of Material:
	Fiberglass reinforced, UV stabilized HDPE trash racks
Date introduced on Market:
Alternate for Following Existing Product: CMP Trash Rack
Cost Per Unit Material (F.O.B.): $1250.00
Royalty Cost: $0.00
Cost Per Unit in Place: $200.00

Material Specifications Furnished by Manufacturer? To Be Mailed
Product Availability: Non-Seasonal , Delivery at Site Within 3 Days after Receipt of Order
Can Samples Be Provided? Yes. Samples can be provided
At Cost $0.00 for Laboratory Testing
Free for Field Testing

This product meets requirements of following specifications:
	AASHTO: M306-89 ASTM: D2565 Fed. Spec.: KY: Others:
This product has/is being evaluated by following Highway authorities or agencies:
	State of Washington
This product is approved for use by other highway authorities or other agencies:
	VA DOT, MDSHA, USDA, Delaware Sediment and Stormwater Program
Another office of the Kentucky Department of Highways has been contacted.
	Contacted Office: Central Office, Division of Materials Contact Date: June 19, 2009

Product Web Page: http://www.plastic-solution.com/

This information is filed by Jonathan Larrick on Jun 22, 2009
Contact Information:
	MANUFACTURER
	240 MCGHEE ROAD
	WINCHESTER, VA 22603
	Phone: 540-722-4694
	Email: j.larrick@plastic-solution.com


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