KYPEL Product Details

This product has been reviewed by Division of Materials, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. As date of Jul 22, 2010, its status is phase 4.

Notes:

Approved for Experimental Use on 7/22/10

Trade Name: WaboFlex SR


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

Attached Files for This Product

WaboFlex Submittal Package.pdf	application/pdf	1087	296 Christopher Overby	Watson Bowman Acme Corp	Jul 16, 2010	971	Yes

Division	Reviewer	Recommendation	Comment	Date	Delete
Recommendations and Comments

Ky Assoc. of Hwy Contractors	47 Michael LaRue Agency	Y Approve		Jul 27, 2010	608
Traffic Operations	118 Jeff Wolfe Agency	U Undecided	Product does not appear to have applications that are related to Traffic Operations. We would defer to subject matter experts in the Cabinet.	Jul 22, 2010	598
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	Y Approve		Jul 22, 2010	596
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	Y Approve	I know we have had issues in the past with this type of design but I am hopefully that improvements have been made. Recommed approval to gain some experience.	Jul 21, 2010	595
Structural Design	130 James Miracle Agency	Y Approve	This appears to be a worthwhile product that deserves some experimental use. From the information found in the product submittal, its features seem favorable.	Jul 21, 2010	594
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	Y Approve		Jul 21, 2010	589
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	Y Approve		Jul 21, 2010	586

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: Steel Reinforced Elastomeric Expansion Joint System
This product is Not Patented

Manufacturer: Watson Bowman Acme Corp
Address: 95 Pineview Drive
	Amherst, New York 14228

Background description of company and its products:
	Watson Bowman Acme Corp has been in business for over 50 years, and specializes in manufacturing and supplying expansion control systems for the Bridge and Highway, Architectural, and Parking and Open Air Structure markets. Our manufacturing and business
Recommended Uses-Primary: Structural Materials and Components
Recommended Uses-Alternate: Joint Sealers, Healers and Fillers
Outstanding Features or Advantages Claimed:
	The WaboFlex SR expansion joint system provides the strength and durability of a steel reinforcement, while allowing flexibility to accommodate structural movements. The profile design eliminates debris accumulation, and offers smooth joint transitions for superb rideability.
General Composition of Material:
	Steel reinforced neoprene.
Date introduced on Market:
Alternate for Following Existing Product: N/A
Cost Per Unit Material (F.O.B.): $200.00
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 28 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:

This product has/is being evaluated by following Highway authorities or agencies:
	N/A
This product is approved for use by other highway authorities or other agencies:
	Routine use by: ALDOT, AKDOT, CalTrans, ConnDOT, CDOT, CTDOT, DelDOT, FDOT, GADOT, IDOT, IL DOT, IN DOT, KDOT, LADoTD, MEDOT, MDSHA, MIDOT, NDOR, NJDOT, NYSDOT, NM DOT, NCDOT, OHDOT, RIDOT, SCDOT, TxDOT, VDOT, WASHDOT, WVDOT, WIDOT, and WYDOT
Another office of the Kentucky Department of Highways has been contacted.
	Contacted Office: Contact Date:

Product Web Page: http://wbacorp.com/Products/ViewProductLine.aspx?ProductLineID=43

This information is filed by Christopher Overby on Jul 16, 2010
Contact Information:
	Watson Bowman Acme Corp
	95 Pineview Drive
	Amherst, New York 14228
	Phone: 716-817-5458
	Email: christopher.overby@basf.com


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