KYPEL Product Details

This product has been reviewed by Division of Materials, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. As date of Mar 01, 2021, its status is phase 4.

Notes:

This product has been elevated to Phase 4 (Experimental) please review the definition of Phase 4 under the Phase Explanation located at the top of the KyPEL webpage. (3/1/2021) BSMITH

Trade Name: Retem 3D Steel Grid


Attached Files for This Product

File Name	Type	Size (KB)	Uploaded By	Organization	Date	Agency Only	Accept	Delete
Design Drawings (2-8-2018).pdf	application/pdf	411	1140 Robert Taylor	Taylor Consulting Group, LLC	Mar 24, 2021	5743	Yes
How to Install RETEM 3D Steel Grid video link.pdf	application/pdf	86	978 Buan Smith	KYTC Division of Materials	Feb 05, 2021	5637	Yes
MSDS of S350GD.pdf	application/pdf	103	1140 Robert Taylor	Taylor Consulting Group, LLC	Mar 24, 2021	5744	Yes
Retem 3D Steel Grid Specifications (Metric English).pdf	application/pdf	814	978 Buan Smith	KYTC Division of Materials	Feb 05, 2021	5636	Yes
RETEM US Brochure.pdf	application/pdf	1066	1140 Robert Taylor	Taylor Consulting Group, LLC	Jan 25, 2021	5625	Yes
Specifications (Metric & English) (1).pdf	application/pdf	819	1140 Robert Taylor	Taylor Consulting Group, LLC	Mar 24, 2021	5745	Yes

Division	Reviewer	Recommendation	Comment	Date	Delete
Recommendations and Comments

KyTC Construction	1092 Matt Simpson Agency	Y Approve	Agree with Wesley, need more info. Seems like an extreme alternative to welded wire fabric.	Aug 23, 2021	2991
KyTC-Design	1108 Wendy Southworth Agency	U Undecided	Agree that need more info, with this product being in the experimental phase, I'm anxious to see how it does. The video was most informative but still don't know the cost of the material. The literature noted improved hydraulics when using this product. I would like to have the Drainage TEBM review as well to provide any insight.	Jun 23, 2021	2945
KyTC-Design	1108 Wendy Southworth Agency	U Undecided	Agree that need more info, with this product being in the experimental phase, I'm anxious to see how it does. The video was most informative but still don't know the cost of the material. The literature noted improved hydraulics when using this product. I would like to have the Drainage TEBM review as well to provide any insight.	Jun 23, 2021	2944
KYTC	528 Wesley Glass Agency	Y Approve	Sorely lacking any supporting information. Submittal indicates no manufacturer specs so no supplied tech data. Also indication is that product meets ASTM and AASHTO specs (which ones??). Request more details concerning specifics of the product is needed. Additional info has been reviewed. Recommend approval for experimental but will defer to Construction as erosion control applications.	Feb 08, 2021	2872
KYTC	904 Kevin Rust Agency	Y Approve	Would be interested in trying. Sounds interesting.	Feb 05, 2021	2869
KyTC Construction	1092 Matt Simpson Agency	U Undecided	Agree with Wesley, need more info. Seems like an extreme alternative to welded wire fabric.	Feb 01, 2021	2867
KYTC	904 Kevin Rust Agency	Y Approve	Would be interested in trying. Would be interested in trying.	Jan 26, 2021	2864
KYTC	528 Wesley Glass Agency	U Undecided	Sorely lacking any supporting information. Submittal indicates no manufacturer specs so no supplied tech data. Also indication is that product meets ASTM and AASHTO specs (which ones??). Request more details concerning specifics of the product is needed.	Jan 26, 2021	2863

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: Retem 3D Steel Grid
This product is Applied for Patent

Manufacturer: Taylor Consulting Group LLC
Address: 2477 Glenn Brooke Drive
	Auburn, AL 36830

Background description of company and its products:
	The RETEM 3D Steel Grid is a three dimensional web manufactured from galvanized steel deployed on two levels of parallel steel strips linked by oblique ribs without welding points.
Recommended Uses-Primary: Culverts and Drainage Structures
Recommended Uses-Alternate: Concrete Finishing Products
Outstanding Features or Advantages Claimed:
	RETEM eliminates the challenges of an ever-changing and less skilled workforce through simplicity and speed. With RETEM you only need shovels and rakes. There are no joints, no finishing and no forming! The raked concrete surface actually improves hydraulics. 2-3 Faster than traditional concrete construction.
General Composition of Material:
	The RETEM 3D Steel Grid is a three dimensional web manufactured from galvanized steel deployed on two levels of parallel steel strips linked by oblique ribs without welding points. The product is light and easily handled.RETEM is manufactured from galvanized steel. Traditional 2,500 psi or 3,000 psi concrete is then inlaid for permanent erosion control.
Date introduced on Market: 2018-01-02
Alternate for Following Existing Product: Rebar/Riprap
Cost Per Unit Material (F.O.B.):
Royalty Cost: $0.00
Cost Per Unit in Place:

Material Specifications Furnished by Manufacturer? No
Product Availability: Non-Seasonal , Delivery at Site Within 30 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:

This product has/is being evaluated by following Highway authorities or agencies:
	Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Texas, North Carolina
This product is approved for use by other highway authorities or other agencies:
	Alabama, Florida, Georgia
No office of the Kentucky Department of Highways has been contacted yet.
	Contacted Office: Contact Date:

Product Web Page: https://www.retemsteel.com/objDoc.asp?PID=580930&OID=739623

This information is filed by Robert Taylor on Jan 25, 2021
Contact Information:
	Taylor Consulting Group, LLC
	2477 Glenn Brooke Drive
	Auburn, AL 36830
	Phone: 3347509648
	Email: melissataylor1004@knology.net


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