PAVEMENT MARKINGS, COATINGS , AND RECYCLED MATERIAL (MISCELLANEOUS) MATERIALS FOR R AISED PAVEMENT MARKERS AND ADHESIVE
970-1 Raised Pavement Markers (RPMs).
Manufacturers seeking evaluation of their product for the Approved Product List (APL) must submit an application in accordance with Section 6 and provide documentation showing the product is in conformance with this section. RPMs shall be classified in ac cordance with the following chart: Table 970-1 RPM Class Class Description Usage Expected Normal Service ASTM D4280 Surface Designation B Retroreflective Temporary/Permanent Long life H, hard abrasion -resistant lens D Retroreflective Temporary One month None F Internally Illuminated Permanent Long life H, hard abrasion -resistant lens
970-2 Performance Requirements.
970-2.1 Class B RPMs: The RPMs shall meet the performance requirements specified in
ASTM D4280, Section 6.2, for luminous intensity, flexural strength, compressive strength, resistance to cracking, and thermal cycling, as modified herein. Submit product photo, product data sheet, and documentation from the National Transportation Product Evaluation Program (NTPEP) showing that the RPMs meet the requirements of this Section.
970-2.1 1 Composition: The RPM shall consist of materials conforming to
ASTM D4280.
970-2.1 2 Physical Requirements: The physical size of the RPM shall conform
to the requirements of ASTM D4280. Laboratory an d field samples for RPMs and bituminous adhesives shall meet the requirements of ASTM D4280 and include the following requirements: The minimum area of each retroreflective face shall be 2.5 square inches. The minimum base size shall be 12 square inches .
970-2.1 3 Abrasion Resistant: Meet the coefficient of luminous intensity
requirements of ASTM D4280 after abrasion.
970-2.1 4 In-Service Minimum Retroreflective Intensity: Class B RPMs shall
retain a minimum coefficient of luminous intensity for 18 months of not less than 30% of the values shown in Table 1 of ASTM D4280, and a minimum luminous intensity of 0.2 cd/fc at the end of two years. FY 2023-24 Return to Table of Contents
970-2.2 Class D RPMs: Submit product photo, product data sheet, and certified test
reports from an independent laboratory showing that the RPMs meet the requirements of this Section.
970-2.2 1 Body Requirements: Provide RPMs made of nonferrous material.
RPM dimensions are based on an x and y axis where the y dimension is parallel to the centerline and the x axis is 90° to the y axis. The base must be approximately 4 inches along the x axis and approximately 1 inch along the y axis. The vertical wall must be a minimum of 4 inches long with a minimum height of 2 inches and a maximum height of 3 inches with retroreflective sheeting affixed to the upper portion of the vertical wall. The retroreflective sheeting must be a minimum of 0.25 inch in width and extend the full length of the vertical wall.
970-2.2 2 Color Requirements: The color of the body and the retroreflective
strips must be yellow.
970-2.2 3 Flexibility and Deformation Resistance: The vertical wall of the tabs
must be flexible to bend under normal traffic and resistant to permanent deformation for a minimum of one month.
970-2.2 4 Adhes ion: Provide tabs that adhere to the pavement such that no tab
dislodges.
970-2.2 5 Retroreflective Sheeting: Provide retroreflective sheeting of Type IV
or greater and meet the requirements of Section 994.
970-2.2 6 Removability: Ensure the entire RPM is removable without damaging
the asphalt surface.
970-2.3 Class F RPMs: Submit product photo, product data sheet, and certified test
reports from an independent laboratory showing that the RPMs meet the requirements of this Section.
970-2.3 1 Functional Requirements: RPMs must be steadily -illuminated.
970-2.3 2 Electrical Requirements: Electrical power for the RPM m ust be
provided by solar power. RPMs must meet the performance requirements for at least 16 hours of continuous duty witho ut sunlight. Charging time must be less than 3 hours during sunny conditions and less than 8 hours during cl oudy conditions. Operation must be controlled by a photoreceptor located insid e the RPM.
970-2.3 3 Physical Requirements: RPMs must have a maximum width of eight
inches. The depth of embedment of the RPM housing into pavement must be 2.5 inches or less, and the housing must project 0.75 inches or less above the pavement surface. RPMs must have a compressive strength of 20,000 pounds. RPMs must have an IP 68 rating.
970-2.3 4 Performance Requirements: The light source for RPMs must be light -
emitting diodes (LEDs). The light produced by the RPM must only be visible from th e direction of traffic that it is intended to guide. No light produced by the RPM should be visible when viewed from a height of 3.5 feet above the pavement at a distance of 20 feet from the opposite quadrant or side quadrants of the RPM’s LED projection q uadrant. RPMs must be capable of producing the following luminance values when measured at the LED source: FY 2023-24 Return to Table of Contents Table 970-2 RPM Color and Luminance Color Luminance (Foot -candle) White 5.00 Yellow 1.00 Red 1.50 Blue 0.10 The RPM lenses must meet the abrasion -resistant requirements of ASTM D4280. After abrading the RPM, the luminance produced by the RPM must be 50% or greater than the values in the above table.
970-2.3 5 Warranty: The manufacturer must provide a five-year, non-prorated
warranty on all components for five years from the date of final acceptance in accordance with Section 706.
970-3 Adhesive for Class B and F Raised Pavement Markers.
970-3.1 General: Adhesive as recommended by the RPM manufactur er shall be used for
bonding the RPM to the pavement. Manufacturers seeking evaluation of their product for the APL must submit an application in accordance with Section 6 and provide documentation showing the product is in conformance with this Section.
970-3.2 Specific Requirements for Bituminous Adhesives: The bituminous adhesive
shall meet the properties of adhesives per ASTM D4280 Section A1, including filler -free and filler alone properties.
970-3.3 Specific Requirements for Epoxy Adhesives: The epoxy adhesive shall
conform to the following requirements of AASHTO M 237 for types I and II (Table 970-3). FY 2023-24 Return to Table of Contents Table 970-3 Type I Type II Property Test Method Min. Max. Min. Max. Viscosity: Component A (Resin) TD Spindle at 5 rev/min, poises Viscosity: Component B (Hardener) TD Spindle at 5 rev/min, poises Shear Ratio (Each Component) AASHTO T 237 3,500 3,500 2.0 5,000 5,000 1,000 1,000 2.0 3,000 3,000 Gel Time, Minutes AASHTO T 237 6 10 6 10 Bond Strength to Concrete, max. time, minutes to reach 200 psi AASHTO T 237 35 210 Density lbs/gal. Component A (Resin) Component B (Hardener) AASHTO T 237 11.7 11.7 12.2 12.2 10.6 11.3 10.9 11.6 Slant Shear Strength (Dry) 24 hr, psi Slant Shear Strength (Wet) 24 hr, psi AASHTO T 237 1,000 2,000 1,500
970-4 Packaging and Labeling.
970-4.1 Raised Pavement Markers: Shipment shall be made in containers which are
acceptable to common carriers and packaged in a manner which ensures delivery in perfect condition. Each package shall be clearly marked with the APL number, name of the manufacturer, type, color, quantity enclosed and date of manufacture. Show the designation of the Class B marker in accordance with ASTM D4280.
970-4.2 Adhesives: Each package shall be clearly marked with the product name, name
of the manufacturer, LOT number, adhesive type, quantity enclosed, and date of manufacture.
970-5 Product Acceptance on the Project.
Acceptance will be made in accordance with the requirements of Sections 102 and 706. FY 2023-24 Return to Table of Contents SECTION 971 PAVEMENT MARKING MATERIALS
971-1 General Requirements.
971-1.1 Packaging and Labeling: The name and address of the manufacturer shall be
shown on the label. The label must also show the color, date of manufacturer, lot number and APL number. The label shall warn the user of any special handling or precautions of the material, as recommended by the manufacturer. Any packaging and labeling not so marked will not be accepted.
971-1.2 Storage: All materials must have a container storage life of one year from date
of manufacture. Any pavement marking materials, which although inspected and appro ved at the point of manufacture, hardens or livers in the containers will be rejected even though it conforms to these Specifications in all other respects.
971-1.3 Mixing: All paints shall be delivered to the project completely mixed, and ready
to be used without additional oil or thinner. Thinners shall not be used under any circumstances.
971-1.4 Approved Product List (APL): All pavement marking materials shall be one of
the products listed on the Department’s Approved Product List (APL). Manufacturers seeking evaluation of their product shall submit an application in accordance with Section 6 and the infrared identification curve (2.5 to 15 µm) for the vehicle component. The Department will test hot-applied standard thermoplastic and profiled thermopla stic pavement marking materials in accordance with FM 5-541, Part B. The Department will test preformed thermoplastic and hot - applied high friction thermoplastic pavement marking materials in accordance with FM 5 -622, Part A. For standard paint, durable p aint, two reactive component material , and permanent tape, manufacturers shall provide National Transportation Product Evaluation Program (NTPEP) field test data meeting FDOT Specification requirements . A notation of the number of coats and the thickness of each coat at which the product passes testing may be placed on the APL. When listed, this will be the minimum criteria for application of the pavement marking material.
971-1.5 Samples: Field samples will be obtained in accordance with the Department’s
Sampling, Testing and Reporting Guide Schedule.
971-1.6 Color: Materials other than yellow shall meet the color requirements as
identified in 23 CFR 665 Table 5 Appendix to Part 655, Subpa rt F. Yellow materials for pavement markings shall meet the following performance requirements. The initial daytime chromaticity for yellow materials shall fall within the box created by the following coordinates: Table 971-1 Initial Daytime Chromaticity Coordinates (Corner Points) 1 2 3 4 x 0.530 0.510 0.455 0.472 y 0.456 0.485 0.444 0.400 The nighttime chromaticity for yellow materials shall fall within the box created by the following coordinates: FY 2023-24 Return to Table of Contents