Elastomeric drainage troughs and side curtains shall be durometer (50 to 60) and synthetic fabric reinforced. Thickness of the side curtains and the reinforced neoprene trough should be 1/4-inch. The elastomeric compound for trough and curtains shall be in accordance with Table 4195.02-2 of Article 4195.02 of the Standard Specifications, except the tensile strength shall be 1500 psi (10.3 MPa) minimum or it shall be Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM) (ASTM D 2000, Line call outs 3BA, 515, A14, B13, F17, C12, and K21). The troughs and curtains shall meet the requirements of applicable Iowa Department of Transportation Specifications. Approved sources are listed in the Materials Approved Products Listing Enterprise (MAPLE).
Acceptance of elastomeric drainage troughs and side curtains for use on Iowa Department of Transportation projects is based on approved manufacturers. The material delivery invoice to the project must identify the manufacturer of the product being used.
Approved manufacturers are listed in Appendix A.
To obtain approval, the manufacturer shall submit the following to the Construction and Materials Bureau in Ames, Iowa:
1. Product identification
2. Technical information on the use of the product
3. A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
4. A representative sample of the material approximately 3 square feet (0.3 square meter) in area
5. Manufacturers must submit certification confirming compliance to Specifications.
The manufacturer shall notify the construction and materials bureau of any changes made to the product timely. Failure to inform the construction and materials bureau may result in removal of the product from approved sources.
The materials may be sampled at the job site, supplier, or source and tested to verify compliance with the specifications. The Construction and Materials Bureau will notify the appropriate District Materials Office when samples are to be obtained.