SECTION 717 - CONCRETE PROTECTIVE COATINGS (Last Revised January, 2020)
717-01 for Site Manager Use
717-02 Waterproofing Membranes
SCOPE. This specification covers the material requirements for waterproofing membranes. MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS. Waterproofing membranes shall be spray applied, hot-applied, or sheet applied. All materials used shall be as per each manufacturer’s recommendations. Approved Materials Details will be available on the Department’s Approved List. BASIS OF APPROVAL. Manufacturers shall submit their product(s) for evaluation to the Director, Materials Bureau. All components of the membrane system shall be clearly identified in the Materials Details submitted to the Department for approval. The Details shall also contain all the preparation requirements and installation instructions. The membrane system will be approved based on successful field performance evaluations at two (2) approved sites for 2 years. BASIS OF ACCEPTANCE. Waterproofing membranes will be accepted on the basis of the manufacturer and the product appearing on the Approved List and a material certification.
717-03 Penetrating Type Protective Sealers
SCOPE. This specification covers the material requirements of penetrating type protective sealers for use on Portland cement concrete. GENERAL. The material shall be a one component material consisting of a penetrating sealer which does not alter the color or texture of Portland cement concrete. MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS. Penetrating sealers shall be a one-part liquid, composed of a minimum of 40% silane or siloxane material, with no petroleum distillates, and containing a fugitive dye
717-04 Coating Type Protective Sealers
NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Section 700 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (USC) January 1, 2026 VOLUME 4 that will fade uniformly. The Department will test the sealers as delivered, in accordance with NY 717-01 E, to ensure that the following properties are attainable. If the material attains these properties, the Department will place the material on its Approved List. The properties are:
A.Water Absorption. The final average percent water absorbed, for concrete coated with the protective sealer, shall not be greater than 20.0% of the final average percent water absorbed by the uncoated reference concrete.
B.Moisture Vapor Transmission. The final average percent moisture loss, for concrete coated with the protective sealer, shall not be less than 75.0% of its final average percent water absorption.
C.Chloride Ion Penetration. The final average absorbed chloride ion content, for concrete coated with the protective sealer, shall not be greater than 15.0% of the final average absorbed chloride ion content of the uncoated reference concrete.
D.Durability. The protective sealer shall not show any signs of weathering, discoloration, or deterioration after 6 months of exposure to atmospheric conditions.
E.Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC). The protective sealer shall meet the VOC requirements of NYCRR part 205.
F.Fugitive Dye. The protective sealer with fugitive dye shall be readily distinguishable upon the concrete surface for at least 4 hours after application but shall become inconspicuous within 7 days after application. PACKAGING. All materials shall be packaged in strong, substantial containers. Each container shall be plainly marked with the following information: name of the product; name and address of Manufacturer; application instructions; lot/batch number; date of manufacture; quantity of material; and date of expiration or shelf life. BASIS OF APPROVAL. The approval of the penetrating type protective sealer shall be based upon the submitted information by the manufacturer and tests and evaluation performed by the Materials Bureau. Upon approval by the Materials Bureau, the name of the product will be placed on the Approved List BASIS OF ACCEPTANCE. Acceptance of penetrating type protective sealer will be based upon the product appearing on the Department's Approved List, and the Manufacturer's certification that the material meets the requirements of this section. The shelf life of this material shall not exceed one year from the date of manufacture printed on the product label. The Department reserves the right to sample and test the material at its discretion.
717-04 Coating Type Protective Sealers
SCOPE. This specification covers the material requirements of coating type protective sealers for use on portland cement concrete. GENERAL. The coating system shall be either a single coating material or a primer coat followed by a top coat. After application, the sealer shall be opaque and uniform in color. MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS. The Department will test the sealers as delivered, in accordance with Department written instructions, to ensure that the following properties are attainable. If the material attains these properties, the Department will place the material on its Approved List. The properties are:
717-05 High Molecular Weight Methacrylate Crack Sealer
NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Section 700 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (USC) January 1, 2026 VOLUME 4
A.Water Absorption. The final average percent water absorbed, for concrete coated with the protective sealer, shall not be greater than 25.0% of the final average percent water absorbed by the uncoated reference concrete.
B.Moisture Vapor Transmission. The final average percent moisture loss, for concrete coated with the protective sealer, shall not be less than 50.0% of its final average percent water absorption.
C.Chloride Ion Penetration. The final average absorbed chloride ion content, for concrete coated with the protective sealer, shall not be greater than 25.0% of the final average absorbed chloride ion content of the uncoated reference concrete.
D.Durability. The protective sealer shall not show any signs of weathering, discoloration, or deterioration after 6 months of exposure to atmospheric conditions. PACKAGING. All materials shall be packaged in strong, substantial containers. Each container shall be plainly marked with the following information: name of the product; name and address of Manufacturer; mix proportions(if applicable) and application instructions; lot/batch number; date of manufacture; quantity of material; and date of expiration or shelf life. The printed shelf life shall not exceed one year from the date of manufacture. BASIS OF APPROVAL . The approval of the coating type protective sealer s shall be based upon the submitted information by the manufacturer and tests and evaluation performed by the Materials Bureau. Upon approval by the Materials Bureau, the name of the product will be placed on the Approved List BASIS OF ACCEPTANCE. Acceptance of coating type sealers will be based upon the product appearing on the Department's Approved List, and the Manufacturer's certification that the material meets the requirements of this section. The shelf life of this material shall not exceed one year from the date of manufacture printed on the product label. The Department reserves the right to sample and test the material at its discretion.
717-05 High Molecular Weight Methacrylate Crack Sealer
SCOPE. This specification covers the material requirements of High Molecular Weight Methacrylate (HMWM) Crack Sealer for use in structural concrete repairs. GENERAL. The High Molecular Weight Methacrylate (HMWM) resin shall be low viscosity and non- fuming. The manufacturer shall provide written instructions for use which shall include but are not limited to requirements for existing substrate preparation, material mixing & proportioning, field placement conditions, application rate & procedure, broadcast of aggregate (as applicable), and curing. MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS. Acceptance is based on the manufacturer certifying that the High Molecular Weight Methacrylate (HMWM) Crack Sealer conforms to the following material requirements: Volatile Content. 30% maximum (ASTM D 2369) Viscosity. 25 cps, maximum (ASTM D 2196) Specific Gravity. 0.90, minimum, at 77º F. (ASTM D 1475) Flash Point. 180º F, minimum (ASTM D 3278)
717-99 for Site Manager Use
NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Section 700 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (USC) January 1, 2026 VOLUME 4 Vapor Pressure. 0.04 inches Hg, maximum at 77º F. (ASTM D 323) Percent Solids. 100 % by weight Slant Shear Bond Strength. Greater than 1500 psi (ASTM C882) PACKAGING. All materials shall be packaged in strong, substantial containers. Each container shall be plainly marked with the following information: name of the product; name and address of Manufacturer; application/mixing instructions; lot/batch number; date of manufacture; quantity of material; and date of expiration or shelf life. BASIS OF APPROVAL. The approval of High Molecular Weight Methacrylate (HMWM) Crack Sealer material shall be based upon the submitted information by the manufacturer certifying that it conforms to the specification requirements. Upon review and approval by the Materials Bureau, the name of the product will be placed on the Approved List. BASIS OF ACCEPTANCE. The acceptance of High Molecular Weight Methacrylate (HMWM) Crack Sealer material will be based upon the product appearing on the Department's Approved List, and the Manufacturer's certification that the material meets the requirements of this section. The Department reserves the right to sample and test the material at its discretion.
717-99 for Site Manager Use
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Source: Standard Specifications (US Customary Units), 2026 (Jan) Edition. Pages 1301–1304 of 1,489. View official source ↗