Self-Consolidating Concrete - Applications for Slip Form Paving

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General Information
Solicitation Number: 838
Former Study Number:
Status: End Solicitation Phase
Date Posted: Jan 09, 2004
Last Updated: Jun 27, 2013
Solicitation Expires: Sep 30, 2004
Partners: FHWA, IADOT, KS, NY, WA
Lead Organization: Iowa Department of Transportation
Financial Summary
Suggested Contribution:
Commitment Start Year: 2004
Commitment End Year: 2005
100% SP&R Approval: Approved
Commitments Required: $135,000.00
Commitments Received: $155,000.00
Estimated Duration Month: 12
Waiver Requested: No
Contact Information
Lead Study Contact(s): Khyle Clute
Khyle.Clute@iowadot.us
FHWA Technical Liaison(s): Chris Dumas
Phone: 410-962-0096
Organization Year Commitments Technical Contact Name Funding Contact Name Contact Number Email Address
Federal Highway Administration 2004 $100,000.00 Suneel Vanikar Sharon Smith 202-366-1553 sharon.r.smith@dot.gov
Iowa Department of Transportation 2004 $5,000.00 Jim Berger Linda Narigon Linda.Narigon@iowadot.us
Kansas Department of Transportation 2004 $5,000.00 January Corn Rodney Montney 785-291-3844 rodney@ksdot.org
New York State Department of Transportation 2004 $40,000.00 Julian Bendana Gary Frederick 518-457-4645 gary.frederick@dot.ny.gov
Washington State Department of Transportation 2005 $5,000.00 Jeff Uhlmeyer Leni Oman 360-705-7974 OmanL@wsdot.wa.gov

Background

In finished PCC pavements, over-consolidation may occur if the mix is not properly designed. Over-consolidation is noted when longitudinal trails can be visually observed in the surface. These "vibrator trails" run parallel to each other with spacing similar to that of the vibrators on pavers. Cores taken from vibrator trails have revealed many instances where the hardened concrete contains less than 3% air, rather than 6%-7% as designed, thus significantly reducing concrete freeze-thaw durability. Although measures can be taken to monitor the frequency of vibrations, vibrations are still inevitable. It would be a revolutionary advancement in paving technology if the vibration of pavement concrete could be eliminated.

Objectives

The goal of the proposed research is to develop a new type of self-consolidating concrete (SCC) for slip form paving. It is envisioned that SCC will produce more workable concrete and smoother pavements, better consolidation of the plastic concrete, and higher rates of production.

Scope of Work

The project will begin with a feasibility study to determine whether subsequent phases will be conducted. A technical advisory committee (TAC) will be formed from participants on the project. The TAC will guide the project and make the decision whether or not to proceed past the feasibility phase. The proposed research will have four phases: (1) feasibility study, (2) lab study on mix design of slip form SCC, (3) field investigation of slip form SCC paving and final project report preparation, and (4) performance monitoring.

Comments

Phase I - $5,000 by 5 states This project will also include industry and FHWA participation.

Documents Attached
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Self-Consolidating Concrete - Applications for Slip Form Paving 838.pdf TPF Study Documentation Solicitation Public 2011-09-25

Self-Consolidating Concrete - Applications for Slip Form Paving

General Information
Solicitation Number: 838
Status: End Solicitation Phase
Date Posted: Jan 09, 2004
Last Updated: Jun 27, 2013
Solicitation Expires: Sep 30, 2004
Partners: FHWA, IADOT, KS, NY, WA
Lead Organization: Iowa Department of Transportation
Financial Summary
Suggested Contribution:
Commitment Start Year: 2004
Commitment End Year: 2005
100% SP&R Approval: Approved
Commitments Required: $135,000.00
Commitments Received: $155,000.00
Contact Information
Lead Study Contact(s): Khyle Clute
Khyle.Clute@iowadot.us
FHWA Technical Liaison(s): Chris Dumas
Phone: 410-962-0096
Commitments by Organizations
Agency Year Commitments Technical Contact Name Funding Contact Name Contact Number Email Address
Federal Highway Administration 2004 $100,000.00 Suneel Vanikar Sharon Smith 202-366-1553 sharon.r.smith@dot.gov
Iowa Department of Transportation 2004 $5,000.00 Jim Berger Linda Narigon Linda.Narigon@iowadot.us
Kansas Department of Transportation 2004 $5,000.00 January Corn Rodney Montney 785-291-3844 rodney@ksdot.org
New York State Department of Transportation 2004 $40,000.00 Julian Bendana Gary Frederick 518-457-4645 gary.frederick@dot.ny.gov
Washington State Department of Transportation 2005 $5,000.00 Jeff Uhlmeyer Leni Oman 360-705-7974 OmanL@wsdot.wa.gov

Background

In finished PCC pavements, over-consolidation may occur if the mix is not properly designed. Over-consolidation is noted when longitudinal trails can be visually observed in the surface. These "vibrator trails" run parallel to each other with spacing similar to that of the vibrators on pavers. Cores taken from vibrator trails have revealed many instances where the hardened concrete contains less than 3% air, rather than 6%-7% as designed, thus significantly reducing concrete freeze-thaw durability. Although measures can be taken to monitor the frequency of vibrations, vibrations are still inevitable. It would be a revolutionary advancement in paving technology if the vibration of pavement concrete could be eliminated.

Objectives

The goal of the proposed research is to develop a new type of self-consolidating concrete (SCC) for slip form paving. It is envisioned that SCC will produce more workable concrete and smoother pavements, better consolidation of the plastic concrete, and higher rates of production.

Scope of Work

The project will begin with a feasibility study to determine whether subsequent phases will be conducted. A technical advisory committee (TAC) will be formed from participants on the project. The TAC will guide the project and make the decision whether or not to proceed past the feasibility phase. The proposed research will have four phases: (1) feasibility study, (2) lab study on mix design of slip form SCC, (3) field investigation of slip form SCC paving and final project report preparation, and (4) performance monitoring.

Comments

Phase I - $5,000 by 5 states This project will also include industry and FHWA participation.

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Self-Consolidating Concrete - Applications for Slip Form Paving TPF Study Documentation N

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