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This product has been reviewed by Division of Materials, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. As date of Apr 13, 2010, its status is phase 4.

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The product has been approved for experimental use by the NPRC thorugh section 5 of KM 64-003-10. There have been three votes cast to fast track this product.

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Trade Name: Rapid Set Cement

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Filling Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2010 11:03:27 -0400

Organization: CTS Cement Manufacturing Corp.

Address: 9156 Gilmore Lake Road, Columbia, IL 62236

Telephone Number: 618-670-1153

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Manufacturer: CTS Cement Manufacturing Corp.
Address: 9156 Gilmore Lake Road
	Columbia, IL 62236

Background description of company and its products:
	CTS Cement Manufacturing is a specialty cement producer since 1963. The primary chemistry of our cements are based on CSA technology. We operate two cement plants, 200 rail cars, own a number of terminals and bagging operations throughout the USA. Because
Recommended Uses-Primary: Structural Materials and Components
Recommended Uses-Alternate: Concrete Patching Material
Outstanding Features or Advantages Claimed:
	Rapid Set Cement by its own chemistry generates very fast setting and strength gain characteristics. This cement is sulfate resistant (no c3a), low shrinkage, low porosity, high tensile strength, high shear strength. Requires a .45 w/c ratio for hyradtion, which in turn allows for a workable plastic consistancy.
General Composition of Material:
	Rapid Set Cement is not a portland cement. Rapid Set Cement is a calcium sulfoaluminate dicalcium silicate cement (CSA).
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Cost Per Unit Material (F.O.B.): $365.00
Royalty Cost: $0.00
Cost Per Unit in Place: $0.00

Material Specifications Furnished by Manufacturer? To Be Mailed
Product Availability: Non-Seasonal , Delivery at Site Within 2 Days after Receipt of Order
Can Samples Be Provided? Yes. Samples can be provided
At Cost $0.00 for Laboratory Testing
At Cost $0.00 for Field Testing

This product meets requirements of following specifications:
	AASHTO: ASTM: 1600 Fed. Spec.: KY: Others:
This product has/is being evaluated by following Highway authorities or agencies:
	Kentucky DOT has been using Rapid Set Cement with latex for bridge deck wearing surface overlays for 15 years with proven success. PA, VR, WVR, MO, NY, NJ, LA, MA, MR, SC, NC, OK, KS have all been using Rapid Set Cement with latex as an approved system for many years, most states have special provuisions for this application.
This product is approved for use by other highway authorities or other agencies:
	Approved for use with latex for wearing surface overlays in VR, WVR, MO, KS, OK, NY, NJ, LA,
Another office of the Kentucky Department of Highways has been contacted.
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Product Web Page: www.ctscement.com

This information is filed by Edwin McLean on Apr 13, 2010
Contact Information:
	CTS Cement Manufacturing Corp.
	9156 Gilmore Lake Road
	Columbia, IL 62236
	Phone: 618-670-1153
	Email: emclean@ctscement.com


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311-ROCKCASTLE-10-2906.zip	application/x-zip-co	2820	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	Apr 14, 2010	706	Yes
ASTM C1600 Rapid Hardening Hydraulic Cement.pdf	application/pdf	2234	301 Edwin McLean	CTS Cement Manufacturing Corp.	Apr 13, 2010	700	Yes
EP3.pdf	application/pdf	150	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	Feb 16, 2011	1519	Yes
Rapid Set Cement ASTM C1600.pdf	application/pdf	500	301 Edwin McLean	CTS Cement Manufacturing Corp.	Apr 13, 2010	701	Yes
Rapid Set Cement.pdf	application/pdf	754	301 Edwin McLean	CTS Cement Manufacturing Corp.	Apr 13, 2010	702	Yes
Rapid Set_Rockcastle_7_29_10.pdf	application/pdf	273	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	Aug 06, 2010	1056	Yes
Rapid Set_Rockcastle_Pics_7_29_10.pdf	application/pdf	1611	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	Aug 06, 2010	1057	Yes

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Division	Reviewer	Recommendation	Comment	Date	Delete
Recommendations and Comments

KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	Y Approve		Jun 02, 2011	872
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	Y Approve		May 06, 2010	452
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	Y Approve		Apr 30, 2010	428
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	Y Approve		Apr 30, 2010	427
Traffic Operations	118 Jeff Wolfe Agency	U Undecided	I am not really sure of any Traffic-related criteria/uses as a basis for comments or a recommendation. I would defer to the material/construction experts in the Cabinet.	Apr 26, 2010	411
Traffic Operations	118 Jeff Wolfe Agency	U Undecided	I am not really sure of any Traffic-related criteria/uses as a basis for comments or a recommendation. I would defer to the material/construction experts in the Cabinet.	Apr 26, 2010	407
Ky Assoc. of Hwy Contractors	47 Michael LaRue Agency	Y Approve		Apr 15, 2010	399
Ky Assoc. of Hwy Contractors	47 Michael LaRue Agency	Y Approve		Apr 15, 2010	398
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	Y Approve		Apr 14, 2010	397
University of Kentucky	45 Clark Graves Agency	Y Approve		Apr 13, 2010	396
University of Kentucky	45 Clark Graves Agency	Y Approve		Apr 13, 2010	395
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	Y Approve		Apr 13, 2010	394
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	Y Approve		Apr 13, 2010	393
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	Y Approve		Apr 13, 2010	392

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.


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