KYPEL Product Details

This product has been reviewed by Division of Materials, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. As date of Jan 27, 2020, its status is phase 1.

Notes:

Additional information about the product should be added to the submittal as attachments for a proper review. Information such as technical data, msds any third party testing that has been conducted.... (1/27/2020) - BSMITH

Trade Name: Firmmarker


Generic Name:
This product is Not Patented

Manufacturer: Forrest Paint Co. dba FORREST Technical Coatings
Address: 1011 McKinley St
	Eugene, OR 97402

Background description of company and its products:
	FIRMmarker® adhesive is designed to affix traffic markers (RPM’s), surface mount traffic indicators, and safety posts to concrete, but can also be used to bond concrete to a variety of other materials such as concrete, wood, or asphalt.
Recommended Uses-Primary: Epoxy and Resin Based Adhesive Bonding Systems
Recommended Uses-Alternate: Raised Pavement Markers
Outstanding Features or Advantages Claimed:
	Cartridge mixes and dispenses at time of use Reseals for storage Quick-release applicator tips Precision application Meets AASHTO M237 certification criteria
General Composition of Material:
	SDS can be provided
Date introduced on Market: 2015-12-15
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 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: M237 ASTM: 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:
	California Oregon Washington
No office of the Kentucky Department of Highways has been contacted yet.
	Contacted Office: Contact Date:

Product Web Page: www.forrestpaint.com

This information is filed by Brenda Williams on Jan 24, 2020
Contact Information:
	Forrest Paint Co. dba FORREST Technical Coatings
	1011 McKinley St
	Eugene, OR 97402
	Phone: 541-868-1211
	Email: bwilliams@forrestpaint.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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