KYPEL Product Details

This product has been reviewed by Division of Materials, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. As date of Aug 17, 2010, its status is phase 4.

Notes:

Approved for experimental use by NPRC on 8/16/10.

Trade Name: FLEXSTORM Inlet Filter


Attached Files for This Product

File Name	Type	Size (KB)	Uploaded By	Organization	Date	Agency Only	Accept	Delete
ADS-FlexstormProductGuide2010.pdf	application/pdf	2504	177 Jamie Ringenbach	Inlet and Pipe Protection, Inc	Jul 27, 2010	1018	Yes
FLEXSTORM 2010 OPN & MAINT PLAN.pdf	application/pdf	3004	177 Jamie Ringenbach	Inlet and Pipe Protection, Inc	Jul 27, 2010	1024	Yes
FLEXSTORM 2010 SUBMITTAL DWG.pdf	application/pdf	837	177 Jamie Ringenbach	Inlet and Pipe Protection, Inc	Jul 27, 2010	1025	Yes
FLEXSTORM FX _ ASTM D 7351 Removal Eff 3rd Party.pdf	application/pdf	409	177 Jamie Ringenbach	Inlet and Pipe Protection, Inc	Jul 27, 2010	1019	Yes
FLEXSTORM PC _ TPH Removal 3rd Party.pdf	application/pdf	432	177 Jamie Ringenbach	Inlet and Pipe Protection, Inc	Jul 27, 2010	1022	Yes
FLEXSTORM PC _ TPH Removal In House Testing.pdf	application/pdf	307	177 Jamie Ringenbach	Inlet and Pipe Protection, Inc	Jul 27, 2010	1023	Yes
FLEXSTORM PC _ TSS OK-110 silica 3rd Party.pdf	application/pdf	718	177 Jamie Ringenbach	Inlet and Pipe Protection, Inc	Jul 27, 2010	1021	Yes
FLEXSTORM PC _ TSS Street Sweep Simulation 3rd Party.pdf	application/pdf	328	177 Jamie Ringenbach	Inlet and Pipe Protection, Inc	Jul 27, 2010	1020	Yes
FLEXSTORM Specs and Work Instructions - Dec 09.pdf	application/pdf	3639	177 Jamie Ringenbach	Inlet and Pipe Protection, Inc	Jul 27, 2010	1026	Yes

Division	Reviewer	Recommendation	Comment	Date	Delete
Recommendations and Comments

KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	Y Approve	For field testing For field testing	Sep 08, 2010	654
Ky Assoc. of Hwy Contractors	47 Michael LaRue Agency	Y Approve	ADS is a supplier of this product. They have evaluated this product and found it to be a good product, although it has not yet been used in our area	Aug 17, 2010	633
Ky Assoc. of Hwy Contractors	47 Michael LaRue Agency	Y Approve	ADS is a supplier of this product. They have evaluated this product and found it to be a good product, although it has not yet been used in our area	Aug 17, 2010	632
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	Y Approve	Would like to see it field tested. Would like to see it field tested.	Aug 11, 2010	624
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	Y Approve	Would like to see it tested in the field.	Aug 09, 2010	621
Kentucky Concrete Pavement Association	320 Barry Sanders Agency	Y Approve	A product that is needed as long as it is installed properly and MAINTAINED. It would be good to see how it functions.	Aug 04, 2010	620
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 30, 2010	611

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:
This product is Patented

Manufacturer: Inlet and Pipe Protection, Inc
Address: 24137 W. 111th St., Unit A
	Naperville, IL 60564

Background description of company and its products:
	Our team is comprised of veterans from the sewer & water industry along with experts in manufacturing, metal fabrication, and engineering. Our experience has enabled us to develop the most robust Inlet Protection available. Our understanding of core munic
Recommended Uses-Primary: Culverts and Drainage Structures
Recommended Uses-Alternate: Please Select ...
Outstanding Features or Advantages Claimed:
	For use in protecting storm drains from construction site contaminants, trash, silt and sediment that are carried to inlets from surface strom water runoff. May also be used as a permanent measure against pollutants, including heavy metals and hydrocarbons, from oil laden runoff in parking lots, maintenance facilities and factories with high risk strom drains.
General Composition of Material:
	The FLEXSTORM Inlet Filter system is comprised of a corrosion resistant steel frame and a replaceable geotextile sediment bag attached to the frame with a stainless steel locking band. The sediment bag hangs suspended from the rigid frame at a distance below the grated that shall allow full water flow into the drainage structure if the bag is completely filled with sediment. The FLEXSTROM Inlet Filter frame includes lifting handles in addition to the standard overflow feature. The frame suspension system is adjustable in 1/2" increments up to 5" per side on rectangular designs should the casting or drainage structure have imperfections.
Date introduced on Market:
Alternate for Following Existing Product: KriStar's Flo-Gard, Dandy Bags
Cost Per Unit Material (F.O.B.): $120.00
Royalty Cost: $0.00
Cost Per Unit in Place: $125.00

Material Specifications Furnished by Manufacturer? To Be Mailed
Product Availability: Non-Seasonal , Delivery at Site Within 1 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: ASTM: ASTM D 7351 Fed. Spec.: KY: Others:
This product has/is being evaluated by following Highway authorities or agencies:
	Currently being evaluated by all US states including Puerto Rico and Canada
This product is approved for use by other highway authorities or other agencies:
	Product is approved and being used the the following states, Illinois, Wisconsin, Tennessee, New Mexico, Colorado, Vermont, Idaho,Nevada, Minnesota, Michigan, Nebraska, Oregon, Washington
Another office of the Kentucky Department of Highways has been contacted.
	Contacted Office: Contact Date:

Product Web Page: www.inletfilters.com

This information is filed by Jamie Ringenbach on Jul 27, 2010
Contact Information:
	Inlet and Pipe Protection, Inc
	24137 W. 111th St., Unit A
	Naperville, IL 60564
	Phone: 866-287-8655
	Email: jr@inletfilters.net


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