KYPEL Product Details

This product has been reviewed by Division of Materials, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. As date of Apr 16, 2018, its status is phase 10.

Notes:

Product has been sent to the New Products Review Committee (3/29/18) - MBLACK. Meets Specification for Type 1, 2, and 3 TRM. Approved, moved to Phase 10 and added to LAM (4/16/18) - MBLACK.

Trade Name: Fortrac 3D 30


Generic Name:
This product is Not Patented

Manufacturer: HUESKER, Inc
Address: P.O. Box 411529
	Charlotte, NC 28241

Background description of company and its products:
	HUESKER has operated as a family-owned, geosynthetics manufacturer. The company is known for its system solutions that provide long-term design strength and durability. HUESKER offers the most complete line of geogrids, geocomposites, and geotextiles.
Recommended Uses-Primary: Erosion Control Products*
Recommended Uses-Alternate: Geosynthetic Reinforcement
Outstanding Features or Advantages Claimed:
	Fortrac® 3D is comprised of high tenacity polyester yarns, crafted into a stable, interlocking pattern and then coated for protection from installation damage. Fortrac® 3D is easy to install, unaffected by freeze-thaw conditions, and resistant to chemical, biological and ultra-violet exposure. Fortrac® 3D geogrids are designed with yarns woven into a three-dimensional pattern that provides an efficient reinforcement for soils and root vegetation. Fortrac® 3D geogrids are produced at Huesker’s manufacturing facility that has achieved ISO 9001 certification.
General Composition of Material:
	High Tenacity Polyester.
Date introduced on Market: 2005-01-01
Alternate for Following Existing Product: Turf Reinforcement Mat
Cost Per Unit Material (F.O.B.):
Royalty Cost:
Cost Per Unit in Place:

Material Specifications Furnished by Manufacturer? No
Product Availability: Non-Seasonal , Delivery at Site Within 2 Days after Receipt of Order
Can Samples Be Provided? Yes. Samples can be provided
Free for Laboratory Testing
Free for Field Testing

This product meets requirements of following specifications:
	AASHTO: ASTM: 5261, 6818, 6567, 4355, 7322, 646 Fed. Spec.: KY: Others:
This product has/is being evaluated by following Highway authorities or agencies:

This product is approved for use by other highway authorities or other agencies:
	Yes,ODOT
No office of the Kentucky Department of Highways has been contacted yet.
	Contacted Office: Contact Date:

Product Web Page: https://www.huesker.us/products/geosynthetics/grids/fortrac-3d.html

This information is filed by Ben Cross on Mar 26, 2018
Contact Information:
	HUESKER, Inc
	P.O. Box 411529
	Charlotte, NC 28241
	Phone: 3175038027
	Email: bcross@huesker.com

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Division	Reviewer	Recommendation	Comment	Date	Delete
Recommendations and Comments

KYTC	313 Michael T. Black, P.E. Agency	Y Approve	Meets Specification for Type 1, 2, and 3 TRM. Approved, moved to Phase 10 and added to LAM (4/16/18) - MBLACK.	Apr 16, 2018	2066
KYTC	741 Samuel Collins Agency	Y Approve	Appears to meet the requirements for the Special Note for Turf Reinforcing Mat	Mar 30, 2018	2048

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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