KYPEL Product Details

This product has been reviewed by Division of Materials, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. As date of Sep 10, 2010, its status is phase 4.

Notes:

Approved for experimental use by NPRC on 09/09/10.

Trade Name: TraffikDrain / TD100


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File Name	Type	Size (KB)	Uploaded By	Organization	Date	Agency Only	Accept

Attached Files for This Product

2-Road catalog - TraffikDrain.pdf	application/pdf	512	348 mark vargovich	ACO Polymer Products	Jul 13, 2010	951	Yes
4-Road catalog - trench drain install.pdf	application/pdf	236	348 mark vargovich	ACO Polymer Products	Jul 13, 2010	952	Yes

Division	Reviewer	Recommendation	Comment	Date	Delete
Recommendations and Comments

KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	U Undecided	Like for Highway Design/Drainage input Like for Highway Design/Drainage input	Jun 02, 2011	869
Ky Assoc. of Hwy Contractors	47 Michael LaRue Agency	Y Approve		Sep 16, 2010	683
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	U Undecided		Sep 09, 2010	672
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	U Undecided		Sep 09, 2010	671
Traffic Operations	118 Jeff Wolfe Agency	U Undecided	This product does not appear to be traffic-related. We would defer to the opinions of subject matter experts in the Cabinet.	Sep 08, 2010	661
Traffic Operations	118 Jeff Wolfe Agency	U Undecided	This product does not appear to be traffic-related. We would defer to the opinions of subject matter experts in the Cabinet.	Sep 08, 2010	660
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	U Undecided		Sep 08, 2010	658

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: Grated line drain, modular
This product is Not Patented

Manufacturer: ACO Polymer Products
Address: 12080 Ravenna Rd
	Chardon, OH 44024

Background description of company and its products:
	ACO has been in business in the USA since 1978 and is the world leader in polymer concrete manufacturing. Specializing in pre-cast polymer concrete modular trench drain, ACO manufactures pre-sloped drainage channels often used on highways rangin in diame
Recommended Uses-Primary: Culverts and Drainage Structures
Recommended Uses-Alternate: Culverts and Drainage Structures
Outstanding Features or Advantages Claimed:
	Allowing a total continuous sloping system of 60 meters, this polymer concrete body with integral cast in ductile iron frame and grate offers the security of a non-removable grate as well as removeable grates. Load tested to greater HS25 load requirements this product offers a solution to drainage issues in a retrofit as well as new installation. Able to be hung and encased in concrete, this product has advantage over competition by allowing project cost savings due to ability to quickly install and complete a project. Offering a high intake grate, this product will allow quick drainage of the roadway as well as allow some of the smaller debris to fall into the trench drain and be swept into a catch basing allowing for a near fail-safe application.
General Composition of Material:
	The body of the modular trench drain is 100% virgin polymer concrete. Polymer concrete consists aggregates and mixed with a polymer. The resulting product offers superior wear resistance, strenght with lower mannings than cementuous concrete products. Modular design offers project savings and extended service life.
Date introduced on Market:
Alternate for Following Existing Product: Cast in place trench drain and other non-hangable modular sy
Cost Per Unit Material (F.O.B.): $24.00
Royalty Cost: $0.00
Cost Per Unit in Place: $35.00

Material Specifications Furnished by Manufacturer? To Be Mailed
Product Availability: Non-Seasonal , Delivery at Site Within 10 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: HS25 ASTM: Many Materials Fed. Spec.: None KY: Others:
This product has/is being evaluated by following Highway authorities or agencies:
	DOTs in the following states: New York, Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Maryland, Michigan, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington State, Wyoming
This product is approved for use by other highway authorities or other agencies:
	Note above list, all have evaluated this product and approved.
Another office of the Kentucky Department of Highways has been contacted.
	Contacted Office: Contact Date:

Product Web Page: www.acousa.com

This information is filed by mark vargovich on Jul 13, 2010
Contact Information:
	ACO Polymer Products
	12080 Ravenna Rd
	Chardon, OH 44024
	Phone: 5202334332
	Email: mvargovich@aco-online.com


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