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This product has been reviewed by Division of Materials, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. As date of May 05, 2015, its status is phase 9.

Notes:

Product has been approved for fast track by the NPRC. Product has been moved to Phase IX, approved with specifications, no LAM (5/5/15).

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Trade Name: BX1300

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Filling Date: Thu, 06 May 2010 12:01:09 -0400

Organization: Tensar International Corporation

Address: 5001 West Bay Court, Plainfield, IN 46168

Telephone Number: (317)268-3075

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Generic Name: BX1300
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Manufacturer: Tensar International Corporation
Address: 1210 Citizens Parkway
	Morrow, GA 30260

Background description of company and its products:
	Tensar International Corporation, Inc., headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, is a full-service provider of specialty products and engineering services. Our products and services are used in the cost-effective development of commercial, residential, industri
Recommended Uses-Primary: Miscellaneous
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Outstanding Features or Advantages Claimed:
	The Spectra System improves roadways, highways and other heavily trafficked surfaces by: â€¢ Reducing required materials â€¢ Simplifying construction â€¢ Increasing pavement life â€¢ Reducing future road maintenance
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	Refer to MPDS - advise if additional information is required
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Alternate for Following Existing Product:
Cost Per Unit Material (F.O.B.): $0.00
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 0 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:

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Product Web Page: www.tensarcorp.com

This information is filed by Kevin McIlvaine on May 06, 2010
Contact Information:
	Tensar International Corporation
	5001 West Bay Court
	Plainfield, IN 46168
	Phone: (317)268-3075
	Email: kmcilvaine@tensarcorp.com


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BX1300 MPDS.pdf	application/pdf	89	318 Kevin McIlvaine	Tensar International Corporation	May 06, 2010	805	Yes
Geotech Email.pdf	application/pdf	65	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	May 06, 2010	811	Yes
SPECTRA_BRO_7.06.pdf	application/pdf	3315	318 Kevin McIlvaine	Tensar International Corporation	May 06, 2010	806	Yes
Tensar BX1300 FT.pdf	application/pdf	131	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	May 07, 2010	816	Yes

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Division	Reviewer	Recommendation	Comment	Date	Delete
Recommendations and Comments

KYTC	528 Wesley Glass Agency	Y Approve	Already addressed. Already addressed.	Sep 22, 2016	1874
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	Y Approve		Jun 03, 2010	509
Traffic Operations	118 Jeff Wolfe Agency	U Undecided	We do not foresee any Traffic-related applications for this product.	May 18, 2010	492
Ky Assoc. of Hwy Contractors	47 Michael LaRue Agency	Y Approve		May 13, 2010	477
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	Y Approve		May 07, 2010	455
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	Y Approve		May 06, 2010	454
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	Y Approve		May 06, 2010	453
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	Y Approve	This is something out of the realm of Highway Design, however with being on the "fast track" and agreement of Geotech and Materials I vote for Approval.	May 06, 2010	451
University of Kentucky	45 Clark Graves Agency	Y Approve	I would recommend that it be approved, I am aware of some of the other applications. Tensar is also starting to promote their new TriAX grid as well as a replacement for BX1300 I believe.	May 06, 2010	450
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	Y Approve		May 06, 2010	449

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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