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961COLD PLASTIC PAVEMENT MARKINGS OR LEGENDS

PA · 2026 Standard SpecificationsBook pages 971975View official source ↗

963.1 963.4(b)

963.1DESCRIPTION —This work is the removal of pavement markings and legends .

963.3CONSTRUCTION —Remove existing pavement markings, as indicated, immediately before any

change in traffic patterns or before the application of final markings. Remove markings that conflict with revised traffic patterns and may confuse motorists. Do not paint over existing lines with black paint. Remove markings for restriping to the extent that 90% of the material is removed without materially damaging or grooving the pavement surface more than 1/32 inch. For all other marking removal, eliminate the markings to the extent that the marking is not v isible to motorists when viewed from a distance of 50 feet. Grinding is acceptable only for the removal of thermoplastic, cold plastic, or epoxy marking materials. Obtain approval from the Representative for the proposed removal method before beginning work. Vacuum or collect residue, including sand, dust, and marking material, concurrently with the removal operation unless alternate procedure is submitted and accepted. Clean the area to completely remove loose debris . Perform this work only in the area where the markings are to be applied. Do not allow sand, dust, or other residual material, which may interfere with drainage or constitute a traffic hazard, to accumulate. Dispose of all residue in an acceptable manner. Repair any pavement or surface damage caused during the removal process. Prevent damage to transverse and longitudinal joint sealers, and repair any damage as specified in

963.4MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT —

(a)Lines.
1.Linear Foot
2.Square Foot
(b)Legends.
1.Each
2.Square Foot

964.1 964.3(a)

964.1DESCRIPTION —This work is the furnishing and installation of reflectorized, two -component epoxy

resin pavement markings of the color indicated, with glass beads, at the locations indicated.

964.2MATERIAL —

(a)General. Provide materials approved by the Department, from a source listed in Bulletin 15 . Certify

materials as specified in Section 106.03(b)3.

(b)Epoxy Resin. Provide only those epoxy materials listed in Bulletin 15 . Do not use polluting solvents

or fillers.

1.Color. Furnish white and yellow pavement markings that satisfy the following chromaticity coordinates:

1 2 3 4 x y x y x y x y White 0.330 0.370 0.355 0.345 0.310 0.300 0.285 0.325 Yellow 0.515 0.465 0.505 0.430 0.440 0.415 0.420 0.443

Furnish black epoxy that satisfies color chip 37038 of Federal Standard 595B and is equal to the quality of the white epoxy being used.

2.No Track Time. Dry to a no -track condition in 10 minutes or less when tested
Source: Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Specifications, 2026 Edition. Pages 971975 of 1,522.