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This product has been reviewed by Division of Materials, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. As date of Apr 23, 2012, its status is phase 4.

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Product is approved for experimental use. Prior approval by the Geotechnical Branch is required before use.

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Trade Name: Foundry Byproduct Fill and Sub-base Material

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Filling Date: Tue, 02 Aug 2011 22:00:00 -0400

Organization: Beneficial Reuse Management

Address: 5545 West Raymond Street, Indianapolis, IN 46241

Telephone Number: 317-374-7470

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Generic Name: Fill and Sub-base
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Manufacturer: Beneficial Reuse Management LLC and Thyssenkrupp Waupaca Fou
Address: 5545 West Raymond Street
	Indianapolis, IN 46241

Background description of company and its products:
	Beneficial Reuse Management finds beneficial uses for foundry byproducts such as structural fill and sub-base projects. These byproducts are produced regularly by foundries and have superior engineering properties but often times are taken to landfills w
Recommended Uses-Primary: Structural Materials and Components
Recommended Uses-Alternate: Please Select ...
Outstanding Features or Advantages Claimed:
	Alternate fill and sub-base material with superior engineering properties at a significantly reduced price compared to native soils or aggregates.
General Composition of Material:
	Lab Reports to be submitted including moisture testing, proctors and sieve analysis.
Date introduced on Market:
Alternate for Following Existing Product: Native soils and aggregates mined from quarries.
Cost Per Unit Material (F.O.B.): $0.00
Royalty Cost: $0.00
Cost Per Unit in Place: $2.00

Material Specifications Furnished by Manufacturer? To Be Mailed
Product Availability: Non-Seasonal , Delivery at Site Within 15 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: ASTM: Yes Fed. Spec.: KY: Others:
This product has/is being evaluated by following Highway authorities or agencies:
	Yes. Foundry byproducts have been approved as fill and sub-base material in Indiana, Ohio, and Wisconsin. The Federal EPA agency has also endorsed this material for this use (see attached).
This product is approved for use by other highway authorities or other agencies:
	Foundry byproducts have been approved by the environmental agencies and department of transportation agencies in Indiana, Ohio, and Wisconsin. The Federal EPA has also endorsed this material for this use (see attached).
Another office of the Kentucky Department of Highways has been contacted.
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Product Web Page: www.beneficialreuse.com

This information is filed by Ryan Thomas on Aug 02, 2011
Contact Information:
	Beneficial Reuse Management
	5545 West Raymond Street
	Indianapolis, IN 46241
	Phone: 317-374-7470
	Email: rthomas@beneficialreuse.com


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Beneficial Reuse Management Letter to KDEP - Foundry Byprodu	application/pdf	38	462 Ryan Thomas	Beneficial Reuse Management	Nov 02, 2011	1931	Yes
EPA Environmental Study of Foundry Sand Fact Sheet, July 201	application/pdf	2658	462 Ryan Thomas	Beneficial Reuse Management	Aug 03, 2011	1786	Yes
Foundry Sand Facts for Civil Engineers.pdf	application/pdf	271	462 Ryan Thomas	Beneficial Reuse Management	Aug 03, 2011	1787	Yes
FoundrySand_EA.pdf	application/pdf	54	275 Scott Phelps	KYTC	Mar 12, 2012	2144	Yes
KY - System Dust Recommendation from Koziar Consulting.pdf	application/pdf	21	462 Ryan Thomas	Beneficial Reuse Management	Nov 02, 2011	1927	Yes
Plant 5 NR538 ASTM Leach, 121510.xls	application/vnd.ms-e	29	462 Ryan Thomas	Beneficial Reuse Management	Nov 02, 2011	1928	Yes
Plant 5 NR538 ASTM Leach, 121510.xls	application/vnd.ms-e	29	462 Ryan Thomas	Beneficial Reuse Management	Nov 02, 2011	1932	Yes
Plant 5 TKW ASTM Leach Bulk - IN IL WI Comparison.xls	application/vnd.ms-e	28	462 Ryan Thomas	Beneficial Reuse Management	Nov 02, 2011	1930	Yes
TKW Green Foundry Sand MSDS 07 08 10.doc	application/msword	63	462 Ryan Thomas	Beneficial Reuse Management	Aug 03, 2011	1788	Yes
TKW Plant 5 Proctors and Sieve Analysis - 11.22.2010.pdf	application/pdf	96	462 Ryan Thomas	Beneficial Reuse Management	Aug 03, 2011	1789	Yes
TKW Plant 5 Proctors and Sieve Analysis - 11.22.2010.pdf	application/pdf	96	462 Ryan Thomas	Beneficial Reuse Management	Nov 02, 2011	1929	Yes

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Division	Reviewer	Recommendation	Comment	Date	Delete
Recommendations and Comments

PAIKY	459 Brian Wood Agency	U Undecided		Sep 23, 2013	1260
KYTC Div. of Structural Design	383 Kong Ee Agency	U Undecided		Jul 09, 2012	1083
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	U Undecided		May 29, 2012	1049
Maintenance	36 Wayne Simpson Agency	U Undecided	I defer to the subject matter experts in the Cabinet.	May 18, 2012	1036
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	Y Approve	We recommend this prodcut be moved to Phase IV. It should be used on an experimental basis.	Apr 19, 2012	1015
Ky Transportation Cabinet	92 Allen Myers Agency	U Undecided	We are generally agreeable to the use of foundry sand as a fill material as outlined in the information provided. However, the material should be tested for general quality and chemical contamination prior to use. The provided information includes the endorsement of the EPA and Geotechnical’s recommended use of the material after testing. We have concerns regarding the metallic pieces observed in the sample tested at Geotech. Is it possible to further minimize this occurrence?	Apr 09, 2012	1013
Ky Assoc. of Hwy Contractors	47 Michael LaRue Agency	U Undecided	The industry does not have enough experience with this product to make an educated decision.	Mar 27, 2012	1010
KYTC	32 David Quarles Agency	U Undecided	I would defer to the Division of Structural Design, Geotechnical Branch.	Mar 21, 2012	999
Traffic Operations	118 Jeff Wolfe Agency	U Undecided	Product does not appear to have applications related to Traffic Operations. We would defer to the subject-matter experts in the Cabinet.	Mar 21, 2012	995
KYTC	432 Tony Beckham Agency	Y Approve	Based on laboratory testing and information provided the Foundry Sand (not Plant Dust) can be used for embankment(less than 15 feet height with minimum 2.5 H to 1 V slopes. Measures to prevent erosion and establish vegetation on exposed slopes will be required. Use is contingent upon the Cabinet's Division of Environmental Analysis approval.	Oct 31, 2011	936
KYTC	432 Tony Beckham Agency	U Undecided	Is bentonite used for a binder? If so what percent?	Sep 27, 2011	927
KYTC	432 Tony Beckham Agency	N/A		Sep 19, 2011	911
KYTC	432 Tony Beckham Agency	U Undecided	Scott; We would need to receive samples to perform basic engineering tests or have a KYTC pre qualified geotechnical consultant perform the tests. Also, if this is a byproduct Environmental Analysis would have to approve.	Sep 19, 2011	910
KYTC	432 Tony Beckham Agency	U Undecided	Scott; There are no attachments to review. We would need to receive samples to perform basic engineering tests or have a KYTC pre qualified geotechnical consultant perform the tests. Also, if this is a byproduct Environmental Analysis would have to approve.	Sep 15, 2011	908

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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