B R I D G E Preservation & Performance Solutions
• FLEXOGRIDTM Bridge Deck Overlay System
• UREGRIDTM Monolithic Waterproofing System
•SAFE-T-GRIDTM High Friction Surfacing System
So many factors impact our quality of life. That’s why Dow creates real and diverse solutions in transportation,
infrastructure, construction and water for individuals, businesses and communities around the world. Dow’s material
science and chemistry experts collaborate with you to address these tough challenges and to construct industry-
leading, customized solutions of the highest and safest standard.
Dow POLY-CARB Bridge Preservation and Performance Solutions
• FLEXOGRIDTMBridgeDeckOverlaySystem
• UREGRIDTM Monolithic Waterproofing System
• SAFE-T-GRIDTMHighFrictionSurfacingSystem
• HighPerformanceLiquidSystemsforBridgeDeckandMaintenanceApplications
• AssetPreservation‘Performance-basedSolutions’
DowPOLY-CARBbringstoeverycustomerrelationshipaspiritofinnovationandaheartforcreatingeffective,long-
lastingsolutions.Sinceitsfoundingin1973,DowPOLY-CARBhasrepresentedtheideathatthecreativeapplication
ofchemistryispartoftheanswer.Andthroughouttheirhistory,DowPOLY-CARBhasputtheirchemistrytowork
and built a track record for meeting a wide range of infrastructure needs that combat infrastructure erosion and
offerperformanceandsafetyenhancements.Aspartofthe114-yearDowChemicalCompany,DowPOLY-CARB
continues to make even greater breakthroughs to help address the most challenging infrastructure needs.
POLY-CARBMARK-155UREGRIDisanadvancedpolymermonolithic waterproofing system for conventional andreinforcedconcrete,box-beamandmetalbridgedecksthathaveanasphaltwearingsurface.Itoffers long-term protection from corrosion caused by the ingress of water, de-icing chemicals and other contaminants.
Due to the intrinsic characteristics of the two-component formulation, the elastomer system cures rapidly and shows a high levelofresistancetotemperatureandhumidityduringapplication.DowPOLY-CARButilizes specialized spray-applied robotic technologyfortheapplicationofUREGRID.Themechanizedequipmentcontrolsthecriticalelementsoftheinstallation for uniform and seamless distribution of properly mixed material. Consistentqualityintheformulation,materialsandinstallationoftheUREGRIDSystemdeliverahigh-performancewaterproofing membrane that effectively helps extend the life of bridge assets.
Forover3decades,DowPOLY-CARBhasset the standard for bridge deck protection.
FLEXOGRIDisathin(1/4"-3/8”) co-polymer overlay system that is twice as strong as concrete and impermeable to water and sodium chloride.Additionally,FLEXOGRIDmaintainsskid numbers above 50*, even after multiple years of service. This system can be customized to meet specific performance and budgetary requirements over varying climatic conditions.
Inordertomix,meteranddispensematerialat controlled temperatures with precise application,DowPOLY-CARBengineeredtheFLEXOGRIDMachine.
• Optimizedqualitycontrol • Acceleratedinstallationspeed • DowPOLY-CARBistheonlymaterialmanufacturer that owns and operate its own specialized application equipment for thin co-polymer overlays
FEATURES: • Effectivesolutiontoreplaceunderperforming rolled membrane systems • Fastsetspray-appliedmonolithicmembrane • Strongadhesiontoconcreteandmetalsurfaces • Controlledinstallationwithrobotictechnology
BENEFITS: • Costeffectivesolutionthatminimizesfutureexpenditures and maximizes current budgets • Minimaltrafficinconvenience with accelerated back to service time • Long-lastingwaterproofingprotection • Asphaltreplacementwithoutremovalofthemembrane
UREGRIDTM Monolithic Waterproofing MembraneFLEXOGRIDTM BridgeDeckOverlaySystem
FEATURES: • Thinandlightweight,yettoughandflexible • Impervioustomoistureandchloridecontamination • Lowtemperaturecoldweatherformulationsavailable • Idealfornewconstructionandbridgerestoration/preservation • Precisemechanizedinstallation • Strongadhesiontoconcreteandmetalsurfaces • Varietyofaggregatesavailable
BENEFITS: • Provenlong-termperformance • Skid-resistantsurfaceprovidessafetyenhancements • Protectionhelpspreserveunderlyinginfrastructure • Rapidassetreturntoservice • Extendedconstructionseason
Properties Unit Typical Value Test Methods
TensileStrength psi >2,000 ASTMD638Elongation % >150 ASTMD638PunctureResistance G >2,000 ASTMD1709CrackBridgingAbility Pass@10cycles ASTMC836WaterVaporTransmission grains/ft2/hr 0.1 ASTME96AdhesiontoConcrete psi >400 ACI503Hardness ShoreD 50 ASTMD2240Tear pli 383 ASTMD624CTackFree sec 15-20 Sprayed
Properties Unit Typical Value Test Methods
TensileStrength psi 2,200 ASTMD638Elongation % 30 ASTMD638CompressiveStrength psi 8000 ASTMC109AdhesiontoConcrete psi >400 ACI503ChlorideIonPermeability coulombs 0 ASTMC1202Weight(finishedsystem) lbs 2-3/ft2 -Hardness ShoreD 70 ASTMD2240Returntotraffic(2-layer) hr 4-6hoursafterinstallation
UREGRID Application Process:
Shotblasting Sealer, Rolled UREGRID, Robot UREGRID, Sprayed Tack Coat, Squeegeed Asphalt Wear Surface
Deck Patching: POLY-CARBMARK-120
Penetrating Crack Treatment: POLY-CARBMARK-135
Thin Co-polymer Aggregate Overlay: POLY-CARBMARK-163FLEXOGRID
Surface Preparation
SAFE-T-GRIDisathin(1/8”-1/4"),flexiblepolymer-aggregate high friction surfacing system. The single-coat system adds increased skid resistance and roadway identification to help improve visibility and safety. It is more cost effective than concrete overlays and other competitive offerings.Asecondlayercanbeappliedforadded durability and for open-grade asphalt applications.
Based on proven technology,SAFE-T-GRIDisable to deliver skid resistance and excellent color demarcation even after years of wear and tear from weather, traffic andsnow-plows.Avariety of aggregates can be utilized to meet specific performance, color and budgetary requirements, as well as weather conditions.
SAFE-T-GRIDisafast-curingsystemthatallowsfortrafficservice to be restored within hours of the application.
SAFE-T-GRIDTM HighFrictionSurfacingSystem
Properties Unit Typical Value Test Methods
TensileStrength psi 2,800 ASTMD638Elongation % 45 ASTMD638CompressiveStrength(3hr) psi 2,500 ASTMC109CompressiveStrength(24hr) psi 7,500 ASTMC109AdhesiontoConcrete psi >400 ACI503Returntotraffic(1-layer) hr 2-4hoursafterinstallation
FEATURES: • Thin,yettoughandflexible • Strong adhesion to concrete, asphalt and metal surfaces • Fast-curingformulation • Precisemechanizedinstallationavailable • Varietyofaggregatecolors,sizesandtexturesavailable
BENEFITS: • Skid-resistantsurfaceprovidessafetyenhancements • Provenaccidentratereduction • Installationwithminimaltrafficcongestion • Rapidassetreturntoservice • Supportspreservationofunderlyinginfrastructure • Colorandaudibledifferentiationalertsdrivers • Lowlife-cyclecosts
APPLICATIONS:
• Roadswithhazardouscurves • Buslanesandstops • Bicycleorpedestrianpaths • Tollauthoritylanes • School&hospitalspeedzones • Intersections&crashproneareas • Highway&parkingaccessramps • Airportaccesslanes
*ASTME303
UREGRIDTM Monolithic Waterproofing SystemFLEXOGRIDTM BridgeDeckOverlaySystem SAFE-T-GRIDTM HighFrictionSurfacingSystem
Interactive Links
•Technical Data Sheet
•FLEXOGRIDenablessmoothbridge deckconstruction–California
•LighterandStronger–NewYork
•PreventandPreserve–Idaho
Interactive Links
•Technical Data Sheet
•Safe&Sound–UREGRID OffersAdvancedWaterproofing for215BridgeDecks–Missouri
•ABC–BetterTransportation forTomorrowutilizesUREGRID– Utah
Interactive Links
•Technical Data Sheet
•FirstControlledHFSSide-by-SideEvaluation–Alabama
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AwhollyownedsubsidiaryofTheDowChemicalCompany,DowPOLY-CARBistheleaderindevelopinganddelivering
innovative infrastructure preservation and road safety solutions that offer unparalleled performance, quality, safety and service.
Bridge Preservation and Performance
• FLEXOGRIDTMBridgeDeckOverlaySystem
• UREGRIDTM Monolithic Waterproofing System
• SAFE-T-GRIDTMHighFrictionSurfacingSystem
• HighPerformanceLiquidSystemsforBridgeDeckandMaintenanceApplications
• AssetPreservation‘Performance-basedSolutions’
Road Safety
• PavementMarkings
• MarkerAdhesives
• Long-lifeWarrantyStriping
Parking Preservation and Waterproofing, Sealers and Coatings.
• DowENDURATRUSTTM‘Performance-basedSolutions’
• FLEXODECKTMParkingDeckOverlaySystem
• StructuralCoatings
• AdhesivesandGrouts
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