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Soiltac successfully passed Caltrans 18-1.02(B) testing, confirming its compliance with California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) specifications for synthetic polymer emulsions. The laboratory evaluation, conducted by PRI Construction Materials Technologies, LLC, verified that Soiltac meets all performance and chemical requirements, including viscosity, tensile strength, pH balance, and coagulum content. Testing was performed in accordance with ASTM standards, ensuring Soiltac’s suitability for transportation and infrastructure applications.
For state-approved dust suppression, soil stabilization, and transportation infrastructure projects, Soiltac delivers a proven, regulatory-compliant solution. Contact Soilworks for technical specifications and application guidance.
Subject: Evaluate SoilWorks’ Soiltac in accordance to CalTrans 18-1.02(B): Synthetic Polymer Emulsion Requirements
Test Methods: Testing was completed as described in CalTrans Standard Specification 18- 1.02(B): Synthetic Polymer Emulsion Requirements. Test methods assigned for reference include ASTM D 2834 – Standard Test Method for Nonvolatile Matter (Total Solids) in Water-Emulsion Floor Polishes, Solvent-Based Floor Polishes, and Polymer-Emulsion Floor Polishes; ASTM D 1293 – Standard Test Methods for pH of Water ; ASTM D 2196 – Standard Test Methods for Rheological Properties of Non-Newtonian Materials by Rotational Viscometer; ASTM D 412 – Standard Test Methods for Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Elastomers—Tension; ASTM D 1417 – Standard Test Methods for Rubber Latices—Synthetic, Section 9 Coagulum Content; ASTM D 5040 – Standard Test Methods for Ash Content of Adhesives.
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Statement of Attestation: Testing above was performed in accordance with CalTrans 18-1.02(B):
Synthetic Polymer Emulsion Requirements; equipment utilized was in accordance with ASTM D 2834 – Standard Test Method for Nonvolatile Matter (Total Solids) in Water-Emulsion Floor Polishes, Solvent-Based Floor Polishes, and Polymer-Emulsion Floor Polishes; ASTM D 1293 – Standard Test Methods for pH of Water ; ASTM D 2196 – Standard Test Methods for Rheological Properties of Non-Newtonian Materials by Rotational Viscometer; ASTM D 412 – Standard Test Methods for Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Elastomers—Tension; ASTM D 1417 – Standard Test Methods for Rubber Latices—Synthetic, Section 9 Coagulum Content; ASTM D 5040 – Standard Test Methods for Ash Content of Adhesives. The laboratory test results presented in this report are representative of the materials supplied.
