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QCML Criteria for Epoxy Coating for Rebar

This criteria was qualified by MassDOT as of the date posted: January 3, 2025

For Epoxy Coating for Rebar to be listed on the Qualified Construction Materials List (QCML), products must meet the requirements of Subsection M8.01.7 of MassDOT’s Standard Specifications including all Material and Testing Requirements outlined herein. 

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Material Properties

Epoxy Coating for Rebar must meet the requirements of Subsection M8.01.7 as well as the following properties:

  • ASTM A775/A775M and the testing outlined within
  • AASHTO T 285 and the testing outlined within

Submittal and Testing Requirements

A manufacturer requesting approval of Epoxy Coating for Rebar shall furnish to MassDOT RMS the following:

  • If required, the material specifications and performance data for their product as specified under the MassDOT Testing Requirements sections shown below.
  • Epoxy Coated Rebar products must meet the additional independent testing requirements as specified by the Independent Testing Requirements shown below.

All submittals shall be certified to be in conformance with the manufacturer's instructions. Epoxy Coating for Rebar qualified by MassDOT per the performance criteria shall be considered for placement on the MassDOT QCML.

MassDOT Testing Requirements:

The following criteria must be met, for epoxy coating products, as part of the product submission:

  • The manufacturer must certify that the product is in accordance with M8.01.07.
  • Mill certifications associated with each rebar submitted.
  • The manufacturer must certify that the product is in accordance with ASTM A775/A775M
  • A 1-lb sample, or a 1 qt sample of patching material, of the coating shall be sent for FTIR testing and Lab testing to: MassDOT Research and Materials

ATTN: QCML

5 Macadam Rd.

Hopkinton, MA 01748

Independent Testing Requirements:

All submitted independent test results shall meet the following requirements:

  • The Certified independent test reports submitted must demonstrate conformance to M8.01.7 and ASTM A775/A775M
  • The Independent Lab must be recognized by the National Cooperation for Laboratory Accreditation (NACLA) in Construction Materials Engineering and Testing (CMET) or an equal program approved by Research and Materials.
  • All testing shall be performed by one Independent Lab unless approved by the Engineer.
  • Independent Test Reports must be dated within 2 years from the initial submission
  • Samples for all required testing shall be fabricated at the same time. Test reports shall denote the lot of material as well as the sample fabrication and testing dates.

Product Listing, Expiration, and Re-Approval

Once approved, the Epoxy Coating for Rebar product will be listed on the MassDOT QCML. The product shall remain on the approved list for five (5) years unless one of the following occurs:

  • MassDOT RMS determines that the Manufacturer or their products no longer meet the minimum requirements of the Standard Specifications.

A written request for re-approval must be submitted to the Department at least 60 days prior to the expiration date for the product to remain on the QCML. The manufacturer will be required to submit certified test reports demonstrating conformance to the specification.

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