ELASTOMERIC CONCRETE FOR CONCRETE REPAIR
Elastomeric concrete used for concrete repair shall meet the requirements of applicable Iowa Department of Transportation Specifications. Acceptance of elastomeric concrete for use in Department of Transportation projects will be on the basis of approved manufacturer and brand name. Approved manufacturers and brand names of elastomeric concretes are listed in the Materials Approved Products Listing Enterprise (MAPLE).
To obtain approval for elastomeric concrete, the manufacturer shall submit the following items to the Construction and Materials Bureau in Ames, Iowa:
1 Product identification including brand name and product number
2 Complete manufacturer recommendations for usage
3 Current Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
4 Independent laboratory test report indicating compliance with the following requirements.
Property |
Test Method |
Requirement |
Compressive Strength |
ASTM C579 or D695 |
2000 psi, minimum |
Resilience |
ASTM D695 |
70%, minimum |
Durometer Hardness |
ASTM D2240 |
50%, minimum |
Bond to Concrete |
ASTM C882 |
350 psi, minimum |
Tensile Strength |
ASTM D638 |
500 psi, minimum |
The manufacturer shall file a certification with the Construction and Materials Bureau at the beginning of each calendar year stating that the material supplied during that year is identical with the formulation previously tested and approved.