KYPEL Product Details

This product has been reviewed by Division of Materials, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. As date of Jul 22, 2020, its status is phase 4.

Notes:

This product was submitted in 2014 but the previous attachments and comments were lost probably with the KyPEL system upgrade several years ago. Only the product information tab was recovered from the archives. From information received from KYTC personnel this product was in Phase 4, Experimental at the time. This entry is being reconstructed due to inquiries regarding the product. (7/22/2020) - BSMITH

Trade Name: Tuff Curb XLP


Attached Files for This Product

File Name	Type	Size (KB)	Uploaded By	Organization	Date	Agency Only	Accept	Delete
Impact_Recovery_Systems_Maintenance_Procedure.pdf	application/pdf	154	978 Buan Smith	KYTC Division of Materials	Jul 22, 2020	5500	Yes
TM-IRS6-curbs.pdf	application/pdf	2832	978 Buan Smith	KYTC Division of Materials	Jul 22, 2020	5501	Yes
Tuff_Curb_Aug_2017_Digital-2.pdf	application/pdf	642	978 Buan Smith	KYTC Division of Materials	Jul 22, 2020	5502	Yes
Tuff_Curb_XLP_Aug_2017_Digital.pdf	application/pdf	497	978 Buan Smith	KYTC Division of Materials	Jul 22, 2020	5503	Yes
Tuff_Curb_XLP_Installation_Instructions.pdf	application/pdf	2595	978 Buan Smith	KYTC Division of Materials	Jul 22, 2020	5504	Yes
WZ-317_Tuff_Curb_XLP.pdf	application/pdf	2973	978 Buan Smith	KYTC Division of Materials	Jul 22, 2020	5506	Yes
WZ304_Tuff_Curb_XLP.pdf	application/pdf	3196	978 Buan Smith	KYTC Division of Materials	Jul 22, 2020	5505	Yes

Division	Reviewer	Recommendation	Comment	Date	Delete
Recommendations and Comments

KYTC Division of Materials	978 Buan Smith Agency	Y Approve	Product was previously approved as Experimental (Phase 4) but the information was apparently lost with KyPEL systems update. I reconstructed by adding attachments to what was retrieved from archives. However, previous comments were lost. I know this product has been used on US 60 in Woodford County at the Huntertown Road intersection. It was placed there in 2014.	Jul 22, 2020	2721

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: Lane separator or curbing
This product is Patented

Manufacturer: Impact Recovery Systems
Address: 4955 Stout Drive
	San Antonio, Texas 78219

Background description of company and its products:
	Impact Recovery Systems has manufactured a line of flexible posts and curbing since 1991. All of our post and sign panel products have incorporated a mechanical reactive spring and cable at the base which provides significant durability and translates in
Recommended Uses-Primary: Please Select ...
Recommended Uses-Alternate: Miscellaneous
Outstanding Features or Advantages Claimed:
	Tuff Curb XLP was designed to withstand the effects of high speed, high impact applications XLPâ€™s durable low profile design (8â€W x 2â€H x 40â€L) was made to withstand 20,000 lbs. of static force from a single wheel, and has been tested by the Texas Transportation Institute to 2009 MASH standards. XLPâ€™s bright solid coloring and glass-element technology reflectors supply maximum visibility both day and night. It is FHWA approved for epoxy installation on bridges and to perform well large refelctive panels attached.
General Composition of Material:
	High Density Polyethylene
Date introduced on Market: 2011-06-01
Alternate for Following Existing Product: Qwick Kurb
Cost Per Unit Material (F.O.B.): $70.00
Royalty Cost: $0.00
Cost Per Unit in Place: $75.00

Material Specifications Furnished by Manufacturer? To Be Mailed
Product Availability: Non-Seasonal , Delivery at Site Within 30 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: Fed. Spec.: MASH 2009, NCHRP350 KY: Others:
This product has/is being evaluated by following Highway authorities or agencies:
	Indiana
This product is approved for use by other highway authorities or other agencies:
	FHWA- MASH Approval Numbesr: WZ-304, WZ-317. Approved in AL, CO, CA FL, MN, PA, TN, TX and others for routine use.
Another office of the Kentucky Department of Highways has been contacted.
	Contacted Office: District 7 and 9 Contact Date: August 27, 2014

Product Web Page: http://www.impactrecovery.com/products/product-tuff-curb-xlp/

This information is filed by Bill Ward on Sep 04, 2014
Contact Information:
	Impact Recovery Systems
	4955 Stout Drive
	San Antonio, Texas 78219
	Phone: 813-774-2161
	Email: bward@impactrecovery.com


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