KYPEL Product Details

This product has been reviewed by Division of Materials, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. As date of May 23, 2017, its status is phase 10.

Notes:

Updated to Phase II on 1/10/17. a sample of the product has been requested for us to test. WPS Updated to Phase 13 on 5-10-2017 based on test results showing to much Fe(2.5%). WPS Product has been updated to Phase 13. Product has not been approved for use in Kentucky highway or bridge construction. (5/10/17) WPS Phase updated on 5/23/2017. Updated Phase to Phase 10 as per following reason: The failure and rejection of this product was in error. The product DOES meet requirements for non-shrink. Recommend the phase be changed from Phase XIII to Phase X. This product will be added to the List of Approved Materials.

Trade Name: RA Grout


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

Attached Files for This Product

RA Grout.pdf	application/pdf	264	631 Andrew Beaty	US Mix Co.	Jan 09, 2017	4018	Yes
SDS - RA Grout.pdf	application/pdf	227	631 Andrew Beaty	US Mix Co.	Jan 09, 2017	4019	Yes

Division	Reviewer	Recommendation	Comment	Date	Delete
Recommendations and Comments

KYTC	528 Wesley Glass Agency	Y Approve	Specifications do exit. Approval will be based on results obtained from sample testing. Testing complete on sample submitted. Results indicate excessive iron content which was confirmed on retest. This sample fails specifications. Recommend status be revised to Phase XIII. (WCG-05/10/17) The failure and rejection of this product was in error. The product does meet requirements for non-shrink. Recommend the phase be changed from Phase XIII to Phase X. This product will be added to the List of Approved Materials.	May 18, 2017	1932
KYTC	528 Wesley Glass Agency	N Disapprove	Specifications do exit. Approval will be based on results obtained from sample testing. Testing complete on sample submitted. Results indicate excessive iron content which was confirmed on retest. This sample fails specifications. Recommend status be revised to Phase XIII. (WCG-05/10/17)	May 10, 2017	1926
KYTC	528 Wesley Glass Agency	U Undecided	Specifications do exit. Approval will be based on results obtained from sample testing.	Jan 11, 2017	1899

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 Not Patented

Manufacturer: US Mix Co.
Address: 112 South Santa Fe Drive
	Denver, Colorado 80223

Background description of company and its products:
	US SPEC is the concrete construction chemicals division of US MIX Co. a 47 year old, American owned and operated, cementitious products manufacturer with manufacturing facilities in Denver, CO.
Recommended Uses-Primary: Structural Materials and Components
Recommended Uses-Alternate: Structural Materials and Components
Outstanding Features or Advantages Claimed:
	RA Grout is designed to provide maximum flow, shrinkage compensation and extended working times in an aggregate free formulation where clearances are minimal. RA Grout is non-metallic and non-corrosive.
General Composition of Material:
	Specialty cements and proprietary admixtures.
Date introduced on Market:
Alternate for Following Existing Product:
Cost Per Unit Material (F.O.B.): $0.00
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 5 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: CRD C621 ASTM: C1107 Fed. Spec.: KY: Others:
This product has/is being evaluated by following Highway authorities or agencies:
	Colorado DOT, North Carolina DOT, and Oregon DOT.
This product is approved for use by other highway authorities or other agencies:
	Colorado DOT, North Carolina DOT, and Oregon DOT.
Another office of the Kentucky Department of Highways has been contacted.
	Contacted Office: Contact Date:

Product Web Page: https://www.usspec.com/products/product/ra-grout/

This information is filed by Andrew Beaty on Jan 10, 2017
Contact Information:
	US Mix Co.
	112 South Santa Fe Drive
	Denver, Colorado 80223
	Phone: 3034891083
	Email: andrew.beaty@oldcastle.com


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