Publications

National Safety Code (NSC) auditor contact information

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Listing of certified third party auditors authorized to conduct National Safety Code audits on behalf of the Government of Alberta.

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Performance of waterborne, low temperature, low VOC traffic paint (Environment Canada’s VOC limits for traffic markings, effective October 2012)

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A proposal by Environment Canada to mandate a maximum Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) content for traffic markings prompted Alberta Transportation to investigate new paint formulations. The... More ≫

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A proposal by Environment Canada to mandate a maximum Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) content for traffic markings prompted Alberta Transportation to investigate new paint formulations. The purpose of this evaluation was to determine the effectiveness of six low-temperature, low-VOC traffic paint formulations during cold weather application.

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Study of snowplowable raised pavement markers

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Traffic markings used in Alberta consist primarily of alkyd and waterborne paint. Supplemental delineation such as Snowplowable Raised Pavement Markers (SRPM) may improve driver preview distances... More ≫

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Traffic markings used in Alberta consist primarily of alkyd and waterborne paint. Supplemental delineation such as Snowplowable Raised Pavement Markers (SRPM) may improve driver preview distances at night and in adverse weather conditions in high collision rate areas. A study of SRPM’s was undertaken to determine the effectiveness and durability of two types of markers.

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Intelligent transportation systems study for the Edmonton and Calgary ring roads : terms of reference

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Lays out the terms of reference developed by Alberta Transportation in retaining a consultant to review opportunities for Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) applications on the existing and... More ≫

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Lays out the terms of reference developed by Alberta Transportation in retaining a consultant to review opportunities for Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) applications on the existing and future sections of the Edmonton and Calgary ring roads, including major highway penetrators. This ITS study will identify immediate and long-term needs, explore ITS solutions, and integrate ITS in the design of future ring road development.

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Study of waterborne highway traffic paint

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The study of waterborne painted roadway lines was undertaken to quantify the effect various paint types, glass bead types and wet film thickness rates have on retro-reflectivity and durability.

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Study of crack sealant products (routing and sealing)

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In 1994, the department established a large scale Rout and Seal crack seal evaluation program to assess the field performance of eight different sealant products. The products evaluated include... More ≫

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In 1994, the department established a large scale Rout and Seal crack seal evaluation program to assess the field performance of eight different sealant products. The products evaluated include the following: Beram 195, Elsro 1191, Bakor 590-13A, Koch 9030, Hydrotech 6160, Crafco 522, Husky 1611, and Super­ Flex 100. Evaluations of the various sealant products commenced in 1994/95 and were finalized in 2002.

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Validation and revision of asphalt concrete mix type selection and characteristics study

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Asphalt concrete pavement mix type selection protocols were developed by Alberta Transportation in the late 1980s. Several significant developments in pavements engineering occurred subsequent to... More ≫

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Asphalt concrete pavement mix type selection protocols were developed by Alberta Transportation in the late 1980s. Several significant developments in pavements engineering occurred subsequent to the initial development and implementation of these protocols. This report presents the results of a research study carried out to validate the current mix type selection criteria. The results of this study were used by Alberta Transportation to produce a Design Bulletin in July 2003 titled Revisions to Pavement Design Manual for the Selection of ACP Mix Types and Asphalt Binders.

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Study of durable message markings

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Paint is the most common material used for transverse pavement markings (crosswalks, stop bars, traffic arrows, etc.), as it is relatively inexpensive, easy to apply and dries quickly after... More ≫

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Paint is the most common material used for transverse pavement markings (crosswalks, stop bars, traffic arrows, etc.), as it is relatively inexpensive, easy to apply and dries quickly after application. However, it requires periodic remarking due to the deterioration caused by traffic, snow removal equipment and environmental forces. A project was conducted to determine the effectiveness of two types of alternative pavement marking materials (System 400 & PolyCarb Mark-55.4) to find more durable pavement marking materials.

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Advanced traveller information and traffic management systems blueprint for HWY-2 between Edmonton and Calgary : terms of reference

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Terms of reference of the Advanced traveller information and traffic management systems blueprint for HWY-2 between Edmonton and Calgary.

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Harmonization of spring weight restrictions and winter weight premiums for roads in the Prairie region

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The main purpose of this study was to document the current policies and practices of the three Prairie provinces (Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba) in setting seasonal truck road weight... More ≫

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The main purpose of this study was to document the current policies and practices of the three Prairie provinces (Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba) in setting seasonal truck road weight restrictions. Researchers were to also identify opportunities to support a science-based framework for rationalizing and harmonizing the three provinces' regulations and enforcement rules. Key findings from the study were presented in detail in four separate task reports. This executive summary summarizes the results reported in each of the final reports for the project.

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