Abstract
The objective of the study was to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of available marking materials by means of field tests and to make recommendations concerning the optimum lane delineation materials based on these tests. Materials tested include 100-percent solid epoxy paint, polyester paint, extruded thermoplastic, 3M Stamark tape, 3M Bisymmetric tape, EPOFLEX, solvent epoxy paint, chlorinated rubber traffic paint, and alkyd traffic paint. The test installations have been in place up to four years. The evaluation concerned the durability, reflectivity, and appearance of the materials. Based on current data, expanded use is warranted for 1) polyester paint on lower-volume asphaltic concrete surfaces, 2) extruded thermoplastic on higher-volume asphaltic concrete highways with lighting or snowplowable markers, and 3) extruded thermoplastic on open-graded asphaltic surfaces.
Report Date
5-1986
Report Number
UKTRP-86-15
Digital Object Identifier
http://dx.doi.org/10.13023/KTC.RR.1986.15
Repository Citation
Agent, Kenneth R. and Pigman, Jerry G., "Evaluation of Durable Lane Delineation Materials" (1986). Kentucky Transportation Center Research Report. 560.
https://uknowledge.uky.edu/ktc_researchreports/560
Notes
The contents of this report reflect the views of the authors who are responsible for the facts and accuracy of the data presented herein. The contents do not necessarily reflect the official views or policies of the University of Kentucky, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, nor the Federal Highway Administration. This report does not constitute a standard, specification, or regulation. The inclusion of manufacturer names and tradenames are for identification purposes and are not to be considered as endorsements.