The following describes parameters for the manufacture, supply, and installation of Poly-Flex High Density Polyethylene Embed Channel (PEC). All procedures, operations, and methods shall be in strict accordance with the Engineer's specifications and drawings.

1.2 References

American Society for Testing and Materials.

1.3 Submittals

1. The manufacturer shall maintain test records of the resins used to manufacture the PEC. This record shall be made available to the Engineer upon request.
   
2. The contractor shall submit shop drawings showing the exact location and installation procedures.
   
3. At the Engineers request sample(s) of PEC shall be submitted.

1.4 Manufacturer's Quality Control Testing

All resins for use in PEC must pass the Poly-Flex raw material specifications before being eligible for use. Each lot shall be sampled and tested in the Poly-Flex, Inc. laboratory. The tests shall include density, melt index, and carbon black content. All additives and concentrates must pass Poly-Flex specifications.

PRODUCT

2.1 Product

The PEC shall be manufactured by Poly-Flex, Inc. The raw material shall be made of polyethylene resins manufactured in the United States. Carbon black shall be added to the resin if the resin is not precompounded for ultra-violet resistance. The final product shall meet the following values:

Density:		ASTM D1505		0.940 g/cc
Melt Index:		ASTM D1238-E		0.4 g/10 minutes
Carbon Black Content:		ASTM D1603		2% - 3%
Tensile Strength at Yield:		ASTM D638		2,500 lb/in2
Dimensions:		As shown on the drawing
Weigth:		0.45 lb/ft
Length:		5 ft and 10 ft

2.2 Shipment and Storage

PEC shall be shipped in a manner not to be damaged by packaging or handling and shall be stored in a clean environment.