Prevent and Preserve
"Another Bridge Protected.
Over 20 Million Sq. Ft. and Counting..."
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| The FLEXOGRID Machine mixes, meters and dispenses material at controlled temperatures for highly predictable mass application of over 10,000 Sq. Ft. per hour. |
After decades of extreme exposure to the elements, the bridge deck in Sandpoint, Idaho, started to show signs of wear, cracking and damage induced by de-icing chemicals.
Spanning the Pend Oreille Lake, this 5,900-foot long bridge sees a continuous flow of traffic. Therefore, the solution not only required special attention to minimize disruption, especially during the summer travel season, it also required a unique polymer that could be installed with a superior quality-control system.
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Cross-section of the Sandpoint, Idaho bridge showing 4” topping over pre-cast deck panels. |
A thorough two-year planning and selection process by the State of Idaho determined that the installation of FLEXOGRID, a “state of the art” polymer technology monitored by POLY-CARB engineers, was the solution.
What is FLEXOGRID?
It is a thin (1/4”), yet flexible, overlay system, with performance proven up to 15 years. The hybrid nature of this patented system, including the unique, stable nature of the copolymer, provides the molecular stability necessary for low-temperature flexibility and long-term performance. Engineers have reported skid numbers for FLEXOGRID as high as 70 when new, and as high as 55 even after eight or nine years of service.
FLEXOGRID is:
- Thin and lightweight, yet tough and flexible
- Designed for long-term performance
- The most cost-effective solution in terms of life-cycle costs
- Impervious to moisture or chloride
- Free from hydrogen ions
- Safe; free of toxic solvents
- Quick and predictable
To learn more about this project and how FLEXOGRID can protect your bridge decks, contact POLY-CARB at 1.800.CALL.MIX or flexogrid@poly-carb.com.
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POLY-CARB, now part of Dow Epoxy Systems, provides epoxy products and systems in the following industries: highway bridge restoration and waterproofing, parking structures restoration and waterproofing, pavement striping and delineation, industrial floor surfacing and maintenance, corrosion control and tank linings, structural adhesives, and coatings and grouts.
Over the last 34 years, POLY-CARB has become a leader in the industry by manufacturing premium quality systems and materials that result in unparalleled value, performance and service. More information about POLY-CARB is available at www.poly-carb.com.
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Location:
Sandpoint, ID
Bridge Type:
4” topping over pre-cast deck panels
Size:
230,100 Sq. Ft.
Ready for Traffic:
This installation was performed in stages so that service was never suspended. |
