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This product has been reviewed by Division of Materials, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. As date of Jul 14, 2022, its status is phase 10.

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Based on the Committees comments from review of the product literature this product does not completely meet the specifications for this type of product. Therefore, this product will not be approved for use by the Department. Please review the comments within this KyPEL submittal. (10/2/2020) - BSMITH Additional information has been emailed and added to the Attachments regarding the Carbon Black content of the product. The attachments are dated 10/27/2020. Please review and comment. (10/27/2020) - BSMITH Samples have bee requested for further evaluation. Please send sample to; Buan Smith Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Division of Materials 1227 Wilkinson Blvd Frankfort, KY 40601 Please also send a certification for the product. (12/16/2020) - BSMITH Sample of the Product has been received. (12/23/2020) - BSMITH The product has been moved to Phase 10 Approval. It will be added to the List of Approved Materials for that type of product. (3/15/2021) - BSMITH

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Trade Name: 8in King MASH16 Composite Block

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Filling Date: Fri, 10 Jul 2020 13:05:03 GMT

Organization: Valtir, LLC

Address: 3617 Cincinnati Avenue, Rocklin, CA 95765

Telephone Number: 916-644-9102

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Manufacturer: Valtir, LLC
Address: 15601 Dallas Parkway, Suite 525
	Addison, TX 75001

Background description of company and its products:
	Trinity Highway Products, LLC., headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is a manufacturer of highway guardrail, guardrail blocks, end treatments, crash cushions, truck-mounted attenuators and cable barrier systems.
Recommended Uses-Primary: Guardrail/Guiderail
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Outstanding Features or Advantages Claimed:
	MASH 2016 (TL-3) tested block for use in non-proprietary w-beam guardrail systems. FHWA Letter B-342. - Self-hanging fingers - Self-aligning side rails - Lightweight (~4.6 lbs) - Bottom tab supports rail during installation - Minimal expansion/contraction to minimize maintenance - Weather, UV and chemical resistant
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	99% HDPE with Blowing Agent + 1% Black Color Concentrate
Date introduced on Market: 2020-06-03
Alternate for Following Existing Product: all NCHRP 350 or MASH wood/composite blocks
Cost Per Unit Material (F.O.B.): $5.00
Royalty Cost: $0.00
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Material Specifications Furnished by Manufacturer? Yes
Product Availability: Non-Seasonal , Delivery at Site Within 15 Days after Receipt of Order
Can Samples Be Provided? Yes. Samples can be provided
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	AASHTO: MASH 2016 ASTM: Fed. Spec.: KY: 814.05 Others:
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Product Web Page: https://trinityhighway.com/product-category/guardrail/post-block-options/

This information is filed by Paul Kruse on Jul 10, 2020
Contact Information:
	Valtir, LLC
	3617 Cincinnati Avenue
	Rocklin, CA 95765
	Phone: 916-644-9102
	Email: paul.kruse@valtir.com

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Division	Reviewer	Recommendation	Comment	Date	Delete
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KYTC	313 Michael T. Black, P.E. Agency	Y Approve		Oct 01, 2021	3019
KYTC	528 Wesley Glass Agency	Y Approve	Documentation supplied would indicate this does not fully comply with Section 814.05 which requires a minimum of 2% carbon black for UV protection. Provided information indicates product contains 1% carbon black. Information has been provided by the manufacturer concerning the raw recycle stream used to manufacture the blocks and we have tested a sample. These all indicated the 2% carbon black is being achieved.	Mar 15, 2021	2901
KyTC-Design	1108 Wendy Southworth Agency	U Undecided	Even though documentation indicates that this composite offset block meets KY SPEC 814.05 according to 814.05.02 it does not meet the minimum requirement of at least 2% carbon black. As far as crash testing, it tested well, but because doesn't actually meet KY SPEC will disapprove. (10/2/2020) After receiving and reviewing letter dated 10/27/2020 concerning the % carbon black for this composite block, will have to defer to Materials subject matter experts to evaluate the results as explained in the letter.	Nov 12, 2020	2807
KyTC-Design	1108 Wendy Southworth Agency	N Disapprove	Even though documentation indicates that this composite offset block meets KY SPEC 814.05 according to 814.05.02 it does not meet the minimum requirement of at least 2% carbon black. As far as crash testing, it tested well, but because doesn't actually meet KY SPEC will disapprove. (10/2/2020) After receiving and reviewing letter dated 10/27/2020 concerning the % carbon black for this composite block, will have to defer to Materials subject matter experts to evaluate the results as explained in the letter.	Nov 12, 2020	2806
KYTC	313 Michael T. Black, P.E. Agency	N Disapprove	Material does not meet current specifications as currently submitted.	Oct 15, 2020	2779
KyTC Construction	1092 Matt Simpson Agency	N Disapprove		Oct 14, 2020	2773
KyTC-Design	1108 Wendy Southworth Agency	N Disapprove	Even though documentation indicates that this composite offset block meets KY SPEC 814.05 according to 814.05.02 it does not meet the minimum requirement of at least 2% carbon black. As far as crash testing, it tested well, but because doesn't actually meet KY SPEC will disapprove.	Oct 02, 2020	2763
KYTC	528 Wesley Glass Agency	N Disapprove	Documentation supplied would indicate this does not fully comply with Section 814.05 which requires a minimum of 2% carbon black for UV protection. Provided information indicates product contains 1% carbon black.	Sep 30, 2020	2759
KYTC	903 Gary Newton Agency	Y Approve		Sep 29, 2020	2753
KYTC	904 Kevin Rust Agency	Y Approve		Jul 10, 2020	2720

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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