KYPEL Product Details

This product has been reviewed by Division of Materials, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. As date of Feb 23, 2015, its status is phase 4.

Notes:

Same as previously approved product only with hinged application in lieu of connecting tabs.

Trade Name: RoadQuake 2F Temporary Portable Rumble Strip


Generic Name: Temporary Portable Rumble Strip
This product is Patented

Manufacturer: Plastic Safety Systems Inc.
Address: 2444 Baldwin Rd.
	Cleveland, OH 44104

Background description of company and its products:
	RoadQuake 2F, a folding temporary portable rumble strip (TPRS), was introduced on the market on February 20th, 2014. PSS Product line includes TPRS, ADA-compliant pedestrian barricades, sand barrels, drums, channelizers, Type I/II and Type III barricades,
Recommended Uses-Primary: Miscellaneous
Recommended Uses-Alternate: Miscellaneous
Outstanding Features or Advantages Claimed:
	RoadQuake 2F's (RQ2F) primary purpose is to alert drivers of approaching work zones on streets and highways. RQ2F delivers effective sounds and vibration alerts to the driver equal to or greater than milled in rumble strips. RoadQuake 2F is 11 feet long x 3/4 inches thick x 13 inches wide and weighs 110 pounds. It folds in half for transport and storage. 1 strip is 11 feet long with beveled edges on both sides, to traverse an entire lane. It remains in place without use of adhesive or fasteners. A 1 to 2 man crews can deploy an array of strips in minutes. RQ2F has a 3-5 year life expectancy and suitable for use in inclement weather.
General Composition of Material:
	Engineered polymers with ballast by iron bars.
Date introduced on Market: 2014-02-20
Alternate for Following Existing Product: RoadQuake 2
Cost Per Unit Material (F.O.B.): $1795.00
Royalty Cost: $0.00
Cost Per Unit in Place: $1795.00

Material Specifications Furnished by Manufacturer? To Be Mailed
Product Availability: Non-Seasonal , Delivery at Site Within 14 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: no spec exists ASTM: no spec exists Fed. Spec.: Yes; specifies only KY: no spec exists Others:
This product has/is being evaluated by following Highway authorities or agencies:
	Texas DOT, Kansas DOT, Iowa DOT, Caltrans, Florida DOT, Ohio DOT, Utah DOT, Colorado DOT, MT DOT, etc.
This product is approved for use by other highway authorities or other agencies:
	Texas DOT(routine), Kansas DOT(routine), Iowa DOT(experimental), Caltrans(experimental), Florida DOT(experimental), Ohio DOT(experimental), Utah DOT(routine), Colorado DOT(experimental), MT DOT(routine), etc.
Another office of the Kentucky Department of Highways has been contacted.
	Contacted Office: Contact Date:

Product Web Page: http://plasticsafety.com/Products/Rumble-Strips/RoadQuake-2F-Rumble-Strip.aspx

This information is filed by Benjamin Gascoigne on Aug 14, 2014
Contact Information:
	Plastic Safety Systems Inc.
	2444 Baldwin Rd.
	Cleveland, OH 44104
	Phone: 8006626338
	Email: bwgascoigne@plasticsafety.com

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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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