KYPEL Product Details

This product has been reviewed by Division of Materials, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. As date of Apr 24, 2023, its status is phase 9.

Notes:

Product needs additional uploaded information such as product specifications, third party testing... (11/18/19) - BSMITH The product has been approved for use and is moved to Phase 9 Approval. There is a Special Note that will be part of a project using this type of material with the required specifications. (4/24/2023) - BSMITH

Trade Name: Mirafi MPG100


Attached Files for This Product

File Name	Type	Size (KB)	Uploaded By	Organization	Date	Agency Only	Accept	Delete
231019 Scott - TenCate Mirafi MPG100 Application.mov	video/quicktime	2635	978 Buan Smith	KYTC Division of Materials	Jun 16, 2023	6416	Yes
Interstate I75 Georgetown Slides.pdf	application/pdf	11457	978 Buan Smith	KYTC Division of Materials	Apr 24, 2023	6364	Yes
Mirafi MPG100 Spec Sheet.pdf	application/pdf	1691	978 Buan Smith	KYTC Division of Materials	Apr 24, 2023	6366	Yes
SDS Letter 20190528.pdf	application/pdf	75	1074 Kelly Little	TenCate Geosynthetics	Nov 15, 2019	5233	Yes
TenCate_MPG 100 aperture size Letter.pdf	application/pdf	237	978 Buan Smith	KYTC Division of Materials	Apr 24, 2023	6362	Yes

Division	Reviewer	Recommendation	Comment	Date	Delete
Recommendations and Comments

KYTC D7	97 Skylar Hopper Agency	Y Approve	This product has been used on several projects in District 7. I recommend approval based on product literature and proper application. Only issues that I have seen were caused by improper application (i.e. not releasing wrinkles).	Jun 16, 2023	3241
KYTC	528 Wesley Glass Agency	Y Approve	There has been experience with this product and a sample was received in the Materials lab in 2019 and results verified. Recommend acceptance.	Apr 24, 2023	3214
KYTC	687 Adam Ross Agency	Y Approve	Product literature provides prof this product provides the strength parameters required by the special note for Geocomposite reinforcement for asphalt pavements. The additional information provided on a project submittal shows that the aperture opening for the grid meets the special note requirements.	Apr 24, 2023	3213

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: Mirafi MPG100
This product is Not Patented

Manufacturer: TenCate Geosynthetics
Address: 365 South Holland Drive
	Pendergrass, GA 30567

Background description of company and its products:
	TenCate Geosynthetics is the world leader in the production and marketing of geosynthetic products. TenCate Geosynthetics has been producing geosynthetics since the early 1950s.
Recommended Uses-Primary: Geotextiles and Geosynthetics*
Recommended Uses-Alternate: Please Select ...
Outstanding Features or Advantages Claimed:
	• Reinforcement: High load-properties at low strain (<3%) appropriate for heavy loaded pavements. • Cost Effectiveness: Suitable for full width overlay, local patch and joint repair. • Sealing: Moisture cannot penetrate into the road structure. • Longevity: Maintenance intervals are considerably extended.
General Composition of Material:
	Mirafi® MPG is a glass filament reinforced paving composite comprised of fiberglass filament yarn incorporated into a nonwoven polypropylene paving fabric.
Date introduced on Market: 2008-05-28
Alternate for Following Existing Product:
Cost Per Unit Material (F.O.B.):
Royalty Cost:
Cost Per Unit in Place:

Material Specifications Furnished by Manufacturer? Yes
Product Availability: Non-Seasonal , Delivery at Site Within 7 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: Paving Mat per M288 ASTM: D6637, D276, D5261, D6140 Fed. Spec.: KY: STP0321(02) 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:

No office of the Kentucky Department of Highways has been contacted yet.
	Contacted Office: Contact Date:

Product Web Page: www.tencategeo.us

This information is filed by Kelly Little on Nov 15, 2019
Contact Information:
	TenCate Geosynthetics
	365 South Holland Drive
	Pendergrass, GA 30567
	Phone: 706-693-1777
	Email: spec@tencategeo.com


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