895.1 General Description
This section covers the use of anionic Polyacrylamide (PAM) as a floculant on construction projects.
895.1.01 Related References
A. Standard Specifications Section 700—Grassing B. Referenced Documents QPL 84
895.2 Materials
A. Requirements Use only Polyacrylamide (PAM) products listed on the Qualified Products List (QPL 84). Ensure Polyacrylamide (PAM) emulsions and powders are of the anionic type only and meet the following requirements: 1. Meets the EPA and FDA acrylamide monomer limits of equal to or less than 0.05% acrylamide monomer. 2. Has a density of 10% to 55% by weight and a molecular weight of 6 to 24 Mg/mole. 3. Mixture is non-combustible. 4. Contains only manufacturer recommended additives. B. Fabrication General Provisions 101 through 150. C. Acceptance 1. Polyacrylamide (PAM) products must meet the requirements of Section 895 and be listed on QPL 84. 2. Provide manufacturer’s data on charge density and molecular weight. D. Materials Warranty General Provisions 101 through 150.
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