3M Stamark™ High Performance Tape Series 380AW Operating instructions

Brand: 3M

Model: Stamark™ High Performance Tape Series 380AW

Type: Operating instructions

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Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................................................................2

Product Application Requirements ................................................................................................................................................3

Adhesive Series of Stamark Tapes ..................................................................................................................................................3

Hot Inlay Application of Long Lines ................................................................................................................................................4

Hot Inlay Application of Transverse Markings ............................................................................................................................7

Overlay Application of Long Lines ............................................................................................................................................... 9

Overlay Application of Transverse Markings ............................................................................................................................. 13

Storage .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 16

Removal .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 16

Health and Safety ............................................................................................................................................................................ 16

Caution ...............................................................................................................................................................................................16

Appendix A. Pavement Surface Types ........................................................................................................................................ 17

Appendix B. Surface Preparation Adhesives ...............................................................................................................................18

Appendix C. Road Type Surface Preparation Adhesive Application Recommendations .................................................19

Literature Reference .........................................................................................................................................................................19

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This information folder contains pavement surface preparation requirements and application

procedures for 3M

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Stamark

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Pavement Marking Tapes. It is important that users be

completely knowledgeable of all application requirements and procedures prior to product

application. Instructions contained in this folder must be followed for material replacement

provisions to be considered valid. Material replacement provisions are described in the

appropriate product bulletins.

It is the responsibility of the installer to contact the 3M sales representative or 3M

technical service representative whenever there is a question regarding application procedures

or conditions.

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concrete surfaces. Stamark tape is available in white or yellow, standard widths and roll

sizes, and Adhesive A series (unlinered), L series (linered) or N series (no liner and no adhesive).

Custom sizes are available upon request. It is also available in legend and symbol patterns.

Below is a summary of each series of Stamark tape along with recommendations for

appropriate uses.*

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under both wet and dry conditions. Series 380AW tape utilizes specially designed optics to

provide wet and dry performance. Series 380AW tape can be used as a hot inlay marking

on new asphalt or as an overlay marking on most asphalt and concrete pavement surfaces in

good condition. Series 380AW-5 consists of standard white pavement marking tape with

a 1.5 inch wide black edge to provide contrast on light colored asphalt or portland cement

concrete surfaces.

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Stamark high performance tape is a durable, conformable pavement marking providing a

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for a wide variety of uses including long line, gore areas, and intersections (low to medium

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380I-5 ES consists of standard white pavement marking tape with a 1.5 inch wide black edge to

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including intersection and longitudinal markings.

*See Information Folder 3.2 for information on 3M

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Stamark

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Removable Pavement

Marking Tapes.

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The following general requirements apply to all Stamark tape applications:

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Air and Surface Temperature: Minimum 40°F (4°C) and rising

Overnight Air Temperature: Minimum 40°F (4°C) the night before

tape application is recommended. If the temperature falls below

40º F, inspect the pavement surface for visible signs of moisture

(dew, frost, etc.).

• Overlay applications must be completed within the seasonal start and

end dates for a particular region as indicated in the 3M Climate Guide

for 3M

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Stamark

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Pavement Marking Tapes.

• If outside your seasonal start or end date, you must use 3M

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Low

VOC Surface Preparation Adhesive SPA60 or 3M

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Stamark

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Surface

Preparation Adhesive P-50 when air and surface temperature is 40°F

and rising.

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preparation adhesive prior to tape application. Minimize debris (dirt and

excess dust) as much as possible.

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“A” Series tapes are shipped on a roll with a release agent top coating

on the pavement marking surface. The adhesive on the back of the

tape is ready for placement on the road surface once the tape is peeled

from the roll.

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“L” Series tapes are available in both long line pavement markings as

well as all symbols and legends. “L” Series tapes are shipped with a liner

on the adhesive backing of the tape to allow for ease of handling prior to

placement on the road surface. The liner is removed just before placement

on the pavement.

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with no liner and no pressure

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“N” Series tapes are manufactured

with no adhesive backing on the tape.

“N” Series tapes must be applied with

surface preparation adhesive SPA60

by using the SPA60 cylinder, hose

and spray gun. (See Appendix B for

more information.)

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Stamark tapes can be applied by

a hot inlay application (embedding

pavement marking tape into fresh

asphalt) or by an overlay application

(applying tape on existing surface).

The tapes can also be recessed

into a grooved surface. Refer to IF

5.18 for more information about a

grooved application.

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Including edge, lane and channelizing lines

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process of embedding pavement marking tape into the road surface. This is

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the asphalt is still warm. (See Figure 1.)

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approximately 12 inches (30.5 cm) short of center (for example, a 12-foot

[3.7 m] wide lane should be paved at 11 feet [3.3 m] wide). The second pass

will then be paved 13 feet (4.0 m) wide, for a total road width of 24 feet

(7.3 m). Center line markings will then be applied on a fresh, warm mat

during paving of the adjacent lane, at least four inches (10 cm) from the

asphalt seam.

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for long line applications or snap chalk lines on the asphalt. For skip line

application, mark the skip sequence on a sash chain or with chalk or paint to

be followed by the pointer on a tape applicator. (See Figure 2.)

Example: A sash chain marked to the proper skip sequence with one-inch

(2.5 cm) spiral key rings.

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Generally, the desired surface temperature will be between 130°F (54°C)

and 160°F (71°C). Using a surface thermometer, test the temperature of the

asphalt surface. There is no minimum air temperature requirement for a hot

inlay tape application; however, be advised that cooler air temperatures will

result in faster cooling of the asphalt reducing the application window.

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Prepare the tape applicator for use. Spray the rear rubber wheels, front

wheel, and pivot points of the tape applicator with 3M

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5-way Penetrant,

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or equivalent light oil spray. The rear wheels and pointer wheel

should be sprayed regularly to avoid asphalt build-up.

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Load the tape and thread over the two-inch (5.08 cm) diameter roll,

adhesive side up. (Figure 3) Feed the tape in between the side frame

connecting rod and the two-inch aluminum roller, then through the CLAMP

to the CUTTER PLATE. Adjust the GUIDE BARS at the sides of the tape rolls

to hold them securely in position.

$ thread tape over the half inch diameter side frame connecting rod.

This will create excessive unwind tension and stretching of the tape.

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Do not activate the cutting knife with the foot pedal while threading tape!

For any other equipment questions, contact technical service at

1-800-553-1380.

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Apply the tape using the tape

applicator. Make sure you do not apply

the tape any closer than four inches

(10.16 cm) from the asphalt seam. (See

Figure 4.)

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If pavement markings are applied using

a tape applicator, the weight of the

tape applicator roller will be adequate

to cause the adhesive to tack with the

fresh asphalt prior to rolling with the

steel-drum roller. If pavement markings

are placed by hand (i.e., shorter,

individual skip marks), walk on the tape

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and then roll the tape using one pass

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What you’ll need:

• The width of the roller in inches as shown

• The total weight of the machine in pounds

• The number of rollers on the machine (usually two)

Weight of machine

Number of Rollers x Width of roller

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that has two rollers that are each 60 inches wide:

10,000lb

2 × 60in

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wide roller will apply over 140 PLI.

Under normal conditions, a minimum

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is required to hot inlay the tape. >

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CEB6135 (See Figure 1 on page 4.) To

test for embedment use a 40 mil depth

gauge or a bridge micrometer. For more

information on embedment, contact

technical service at 1-800-553-1380.

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25D??8?D?BD85B?<<5BC@554=1I25D??61CD

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9C6E<<I=1B;54

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As soon as the hot inlay operations are

complete and the asphalt has cooled

to temperatures that support vehicles

without surface damage, the road may

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PLI=

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Including crosswalks, stopbars, gore markings, symbols and legends

Stamark tapes with pressure sensitive adhesive (Adhesive A Series [no

liner] and Adhesive L Series [with liner; also includes precut symbols and

legends known as SMS-L Series]) can be applied on fresh asphalt before the

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embedding the pavement marking tape into the road surface. This is done

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warm. (See Figure 6.)

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ǧ 1F51<1>5(See Step 1 on Page 4.)

Ǩ ?=@13DD856B5C81C@81<DG9D813?=@13D9?>B?<<5B

ǩ B5=1B;D85B?14

Using chalk, outline the area where the marking will be applied.

Ǫ $5CDD851C@81<DCEB6135

The pavement surface must be soft enough to allow the marking to be hot

9><1942ID85CD55<4BE=ɥ>9C89>7B?<<5B

Generally, the desired surface temperature will be between 130°F (54°C)

and 160°F (71°C). Using a surface thermometer, test the temperature of the

asphalt surface. There is no minimum air temperature requirement for a hot

inlay tape application; however, be advised that cooler air temperatures will

result in faster cooling of the asphalt reducing the application window.

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@5>B145B93D9?>?EBC5?B##D?>51DB9HC@81<DI?E=1I>554D?

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ǫ @@<ID85D1@5

Apply the tape by hand. Cut the tape

approximately 12 inches (30.5 cm) short

of the asphalt seam or edge. Once the

adjacent lane is paved, the tape should

meet the end of the tape placed in the

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material. Use butt splices.

(See Figure 7.)

After the next length of tape is placed

and buttspliced with the tape placed

4EB9>7@1F9>7?6D85ɥBCD<1>5D85

tape will not be inlaid through the 12-

inch wide area between the seam and

butt splice. To prevent tape loss in

snowplow regions from this small area

of tape overlay, use a utility knife to

score a relief cut across the width of the

tape just outside the seam and into the

hot inlay area. (See Figure 7.)

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For material with liner (Adhesive L

Series), including legends and symbols:

Position the marking and peel back

the liner. Refer to IF 5.8 for liner

removal techniques. Press the exposed

tape down. Slowly remove the rest of

the liner as the tape is carefully guided

into place.

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Ǭ $1=@D85D1@5

Use a Roller Tamper Cart RTC-2 loaded with ǧǦǦ@?E>4CǪǫ;7(two

standard 50-pound weights) to get initial tack of the tape to the asphalt.

This tamping of the tape should always be done in the same direction as

the marking was applied (lengthwise, not crosswise). #D1BD9>D8535>D5B?6

D85=1B;9>7, then work toward the edges of the tape to remove trapped air.

Make sure all the edges of the tape are thoroughly tamped. Do not twist or

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Figure 8.) If the tape folds or distorts in front of tamper center, remove one 50

lb weight and continue tamping.

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over the tape to press (inlay) it into the warm pavement surface. Roll back

and forth in a straight line over the same section of tape before moving

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a minimum (between two and three mph [3 and 5 kph]) when rolling over

the tape. %C51=9>9=E=1=?E>D?6G1D5BD?3<51>1>4<E2B931D5D85CD55<

4BE=C4EB9>7D859><1I?@5B1D9?>(See Figure 9.)

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1<3E<1D9?>

What you’ll need:

• The width of the roller in inches as shown

• The total weight of the machine in pounds

• The number of rollers on the machine (usually two)

Weight of machine

Number of Rollers x Width of roller

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has two rollers that are each 60 inches wide:

10,000lb

2 × 60in

$I@931<<I1D8B55D?ɥF5D?>ǪǨ9>38

wide roller will apply over 140 PLI.

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intersection markings if one is available.

Smaller rollers are generally more

maneuverable and allow the markings

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be possible to hot inlay intersection

markings in a longitudinal direction to

the markings if the roller is small and

the operator is experienced.

Under normal conditions, a minimum

of three passes back and forth of the

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inlay the tape. >9><1I9C3?>C945B54

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25<?GD851C@81<DCEB6135(See Figure

1 on page 4). $?D5CD6?B5=254=5>D

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PLI=

PLI= 83.3

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ǯ @5>D85B?14D?DB1ɣ3

As soon as the hot inlay operations are complete and the asphalt has cooled to temperatures

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Including edge, lane and channelizing lines

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This procedure explains how to apply tape to a concrete or asphalt surface in the form of

edge, lane, and channelizing lines. Before you begin, make sure your environment meets all the

product application requirements on page 3.

Surface preparation adhesive SPA60 and P-50 are generally the recommended surface

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applications.

Use this chart to determine the proper tape and type of surface preparation adhesive to use.

(See Appendix B for application coverage guidelines)

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C@81<D

ǪǧǦ41IC?<4

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Edge Line A None SPA60 or P-50 SPA60 or P-50 SPA60 or P-50

Center or Lane

Line

A None SPA60 or P-50 SPA60 or P-50 SPA60 or P-50

Channelization

Line

A None SPA60 or P-50 SPA60 or P-50 SPA60 or P-50

Edge Line at High

Vehicle Crossover

Location (a)

A None None SPA60 or P-50 (c) SPA60 or P-50 (c)

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ǧ 5D5B=9>5B?14CEB61353?>49D9?>C

a. 6CEB61359C>5G3?>3B5D5?@5>D?DB1ɣ3<5CCD81>ǯǦ41ICB5=?F5

curing compound by sandblasting, shotblasting, light grinding, or

hydroblasting.*

b. If markings exist on the roadway, remove markings from the surface by

sandblasting, grinding shotblasting or hydroblasting.*A minimum of 90

percent of the road surface under the existing markings must be exposed

prior to tape application.

c. Applying Stamark tape over longitudinal joints is not recommended.

Premature tape failure can occur as joints can shift and degrade over

time. Transverse joints or cracks that are wider or deeper than normal

can prevent the tape from conforming to the road surface. As joint

maintenance is required, the markings can be damaged by maintenance

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the tape one inch (2.54cm) away from the joint on both sides.

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Clean the surface of the road where the tape will be applied. Clean the

surface using a high pressure, high velocity compressed air blower with

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more than 50 feet of 3/4-inch ID hose from the compressor to the air nozzle

and the air nozzle should be no less than 1/2-inch ID. The compressor should

also be equipped with a moisture and oil trap. It is recommended that the

air nozzle be no more than two feet from the ground. A street sweeper or

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surface. The road surface must be dry.

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a. If no adhesive is required, go to Step 7.

b. If adhesive is required, go to Step 5.

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Using a Spray Applicator PS-14, apply a thin, uniform coat of SPA60 or P-50

adhesive to the pavement. The adhesive should extend at least one inch (2.5

cm) beyond the premarked area where the edges of the tape will be applied.

(See Figure 10.) The PS-14 applicator is designed to spray a six inch (15.2 cm)

wide pattern for application of four inch (10.2 cm) wide tape. The typical wet

thickness is 6-7 mil.

Stamark Surface

Preparation

Adhesive

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Adjust the arm of the PS-14 applicator

up or down so that the spray pattern is

six inches (15.2 cm) wide.

(See Figure 11.)

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a. Allow the P-50 to set. P-50 is set when it feels tacky but is no longer in

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P-50 dries quickly (to a set state) under most circumstances. Typical time

for P-50 to set is two to three minutes under optimal conditions of 70°F

(21°C) and medium to low humidity levels. For more information on P-50

application procedures see Information Folder 5.17. See Figure 17 on

page 14.

b. Allow SPA60 to dry. SPA60 is dry when it no longer feels tacky. Dry time

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will increase dry times. For more information on SPA60 application

procedures see Information Folder 5.21.

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Load the tape and thread over the two-inch (5.08 cm) diameter roll,

adhesive side up. (Figure 12) Feed the tape in between the side frame

connecting rod and the two inch aluminum roller, then through the CLAMP

to the CUTTER PLATE. Adjust the GUIDE BARS at the sides of the tape rolls

to hold them securely in position.

$ thread tape over the half inch diameter side frame connecting rod.

This will create excessive unwind tension and stretching of the tape.

1ED9?> Do not activate the cutting knife with the foot pedal while

threading tape!

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Apply the tape using the tape

applicator. Make sure the tape is not

applied any closer than four inches

(10.16 cm) from longitudinal seam.

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If pavement markings are placed

by hand (i.e. shorter, individual skip

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adhesive on the pavement surface.

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Tamp the tape thoroughly with the RTC-2 tamper cart with a minimum ǨǦǦ@?E>4ǯǦ;7 load

making a minimum of six passes, or slowly drive over the tape for a total of six tire hits with a

vehicle. The vehicle must be equipped with a pointing device to aid in keeping the vehicle on

the tape, making six passes forward over the tape. Use a vehicle tire on long line markings only.

When using the RTC-2 tamper cart (See Figure 8, Page 8):

• Do not twist or turn the tamper cart on the tape.

• Make a minimum of six tamping hits all forward passing. Tire strikes from front and rear

wheels when aligned with the aid of a pointer can be completed in 3 passes.

• If tape is wider than the roller or vehicle tire, more passes will be needed to make sure the

entire width of the tape has received the required tamping treatment. $ #$

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Including crosswalks, stopbars, gore markings, symbols and legends

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This procedure explains how to apply tape to a concrete or asphalt surface in the form of

crosswalks, stopbars, gore markings, symbols and legends. Before you begin, make sure your

environment meets all the product application requirements on page 3.

Use this chart to determine the proper tape and type of surface preparation adhesive to use. (See

Appendix B for application coverage guidelines).

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Crosswalks A, L or N* None None

SPA60 (b) or

P-50 (f)

SPA60 (b) or P-50 (f)

Stop Bars A, L or N* None None

SPA60 (b) or

P-50 (f)

SPA60 (b) or P-50 (f)

Symbols & Legends L or N* None

SPA60 (b) or

P-50 (f)

SPA60 (b) or

P-50 (f)

SPA60 (b) or P-50 (f)

Gore Markings in Minimal

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A or N* None

SPA60 or

P-50 (e)

SPA60 (b) or

P-50 (f)

SPA60 (b) or P-50 (f)

Gore Markings in Heavy

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A or N* None

SPA60 or

P-50 (e)

SPA60 (b) or

P-50 (f)

SPA60 (b) or P-50 (f)

*Use only SPA60 for Adhesive Series “N” tapes.

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removed prior to application of surface preparation adhesive and pavement markings.

b. “N” Series tape application requires four passes of SPA60 to the road surface and four passes to

the back of the tape.

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f. SPA60 or P-50 are the only surface preparation adhesives recommended for use with Series

380AW, 390, 380I ES and 270 ES tapes for transverse marking application.

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grinding, sandblasting, shotblasting or hydroblasting.*

b. If markings exist on the roadway, remove markings from the surface by grinding, sandblasting,

shotblasting or hydroblasting.* A minimum of 90 percent of the road surface under the existing

markings must be exposed prior to tape application.

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Clean the surface of the road where the tape will be applied. Clean the

road surface using high velocity, high pressure compressed air blower with

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road surface must be dry.

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Layout the area where the marking will be applied.

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a. If no adhesive is required, go to Step 11.

b. If adhesive is required, go to Step 5.

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Stir and thoroughly mix the SPA60 or P-50 adhesive with a wide wooden

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and forth several times until adhesive is thoroughly mixed. 1;5CEB51>I

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9>D?13?>C9CD5>DC?<ED9?> (See Figure 15.)

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a. If using SPA60 or P-50 adhesive on asphalt four to ten days old, see Step

5 on Page 10.

b. If using SPA60 or P-50 for an intersection or transverse maBking -

including legends and symbols - evenly apply one coat of adhesive to

the road surface using a solvent-resistant roller with a minimum 3/8-

inch nap to a maximum 3/4-inch nap. The coating on the pavement

must extend at least one inch (2.5 cm) beyond the premarked area. (See

Figure 16.)

SPA60 or

P-50 adhesive

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a. Allow the P-50 to set. P-50 is set

when it feels tacky but is no longer

9><9AE946?B=1>481C1=1DD5ɥ>9C8

rather than a glossy wet appearance.

P-50 dries quickly (to a set state)

under most circumstances. Typical

time for P-50 to set is two to three

minutes under optimal conditions

of 70°F (21°C) and medium to

low humidity levels. For more

information on P-50 application

procedures see Information Folder

5.17. (See Figure 17.)

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b. Allow SPA60 to dry. SPA60 is

dry when it no longer feels tacky.

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minutes. Lower temperatures and

higher humidity will increase dry

times. For more information on

SPA60 application procedures see

Information Folder 5.21.

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a. If tape is Adhesive Series A (with adhesive), go to Step 11.

b. If tape is Adhesive Series L (with adhesive and a liner), then go to Step 11.

c. If tape is Adhesive Series N (no adhesive and no liner), go to Step 10.

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SPA60 to the road surface and apply four passes to the back of the tape with the SPA60

spray cylinder.

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Apply the tape by hand. When splicing is required, do not overlap the material. Use butt splices.

(See Figure 18.)

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Use this same technique on concrete when the transverse marking is applied over a joint: Cut

the tape one inch back from each side of the joint.

For material with liner (Adhesive L Series): Refer to IF 5.8 for liner removal techniques.

Position the marking and peel back the liner. Press the exposed tape down. Slowly remove the

rest of the liner as the tape is carefully guided into place. Refer to IF 5.8 for liner removal.

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Tamp the tape thoroughly with the RTC-2 tamper cart with a minimum 200-

lb. (90-kg) load making a minium of six passes. (See Figure 20.)

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• Do not twist or turn the tamper cart on the tape.

• Make a minimum of six passes (three passes back and forth) over each

part of the tape.

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sure the entire width of the tape has received the required tamping

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Surface preparation adhesive SPA60 and P-50 must be stored in a cool,

dry area indoors. A storage temperature of 40-100ºF (4-38ºC) is

recommended. Use all tape products within one year of receipt. Unopened

containers of SPA60 or P-50 must be used within two years of receipt.

Check lable for expiration date of receipt.

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Stamark durable tapes are designed for permanent, non-removal

applications. Contact your 3M representative for guidance concerning

removal of Stamark tapes.

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• Gloves should be worn when using

any Stamark tapes to prevent injury

to hands.

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remove Stamark tapes. Burning may

violate local, state or federal air

quality regulations. Also, exposing

the tape to very high temperatures

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could generate emissions that

may be harmful to skin, eyes and

respiratory system.

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The pavement surface type and age determine which application

procedures should be used for Stamark tapes. For pavement types not

covered, contact your 3M representative.

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aggregate with an asphalt cement binder. Stamark tapes can be inlaid or

overlaid on this surface.

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An open grade friction course mix consists of only large aggregate, up to

3/4 inches (19 mm), with an asphalt cement binder. Stamark tapes can be

inlaid or overlaid on this surface. Refer to the inlay application section of this

folder for further explanation, beginning on page 4.

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A chip seal is achieved by spraying a hot asphalt emulsion onto an existing

surface and then covering it with a 1/4-inch (6.4-mm) aggregate. Excess

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tapes can be overlaid on this surface after the loose aggregate is removed

and the surface has cured.

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A slurry seal is a hot asphalt emulsion that is sprayed onto an existing

surface, as a top coat dressing only. No aggregate is added. Stamark tape

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three days.

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This road surface consists of an existing asphalt that is removed through

milling or grinding, reprocessed and then reapplied. Stamark tape can be

inlaid or overlaid on this surface.

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Rubberized asphalt mixes contain additives designed to increase durability.

The mix can be either a “standard mix” or an “open grade friction course”

mix. Stamark tape can be applied as noted under the appropriate headings

in this information folder.

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During construction, the new surface is often brushed or grooved (tined).

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curing compound removed before applying Stamark tapes or surface

preparation adhesive. Sandblasting is

the method commonly used to remove

curing compound from new concrete.

Other methods, such as shotblasting or

hydroblasting, can also be used. In the

case of hydroblasting, the pavement

must be allowed to dry before the

surface preparation adhesive and tape

are applied.

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Old concrete is a PCC surface that

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one year and is showing signs of wear.

Often this surface is smooth with

large amounts of exposed, polished

aggregate. Stamark tape can be

overlaid using a surface preparation

adhesive. The old concrete surface

may require texturing prior to surface

preparation adhesive and tape

application. Contact a technical service

representative at 1-800-553-1380 for

additional information.

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Two surface preparation adhesives are commonly available for application of Stamark pavement

marking tapes: surface preparation adhesive SPA60 and P-50.

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applications. SPA60 can be applied using a spray or roller method.

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P-50 sprayable adhesive is applied using the PS-14 spray applicator. It is designed to be used as

a surface preparation adhesive for long-line applications. It is also applied using a long-handled,

thick (3/8 inch [0.95cm]) nap paint roller with a solvent resistant core.

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SPA60 Roller

Application

SPA60 roller application recommends one even coat on the road surface of adhesive series A series

tapes. Please calculate the square footage per road surface and back of the tape.

SPA60 Coverage of 1500 sq. ft. per cylinder (mini 26 lbs). 3000 linear feet per cylinder for 4-inch tape

(spraying 6” wide SPA60).

Coverage of 225 sq. ft. per gallon. 450 lineal feet per gallon for 4-inch tape (spraying 6 inches wide

SPA60). 337.5 lineal feet per gallon for 6-inch tape (spraying 8 inches wide SPA60.)

P-50 Surface

Preparation

Adhesive Spray

Application

P-50 Coverage of 225 sq. ft. per gallon. 450 lineal feet per gallon for 4-inch tape (spraying 6 inches

wide P-50). 337.5 lineal feet per gallon for 6 inch tape (spraying 8 inches wide P-50.)

P-50 Roll

Application

75 sq. ft/gallon (1.8 sq. m/liter)

(3/8 inch Nap) metric

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exposed to a high frequency of high shear turning; especially by trucks and other large vehicles

require use of surface preparation adhesive SPA60 or P-50 for application of Stamark pavement

marking tapes. The following table summarizes the product and surface preparation adhesive

application recommendations by shear condition:

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Very High Shear

Stamark Tape “N” Series

Using the SPA60 spray cylinder

High Shear

Stamark Tape Adhesive Series “A” and “L” Stamark Series

Use One Coat of SPA60 or P50

Moderate Shear

Stamark Tape “A” and “L” Stamark Series

Use SPA60 or P-50

Low Shear

Stamark Tape “A” and “L” Series

No surface preparation adhesive required unless

otherwise directed by 3M technical service.

Within the Climate Guide and road condition recommendations

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Product Bulletin 380AW 3M

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Stamark

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High Performance All Weather Tape Series 380AW

Product Bulletin 380I ES 3M

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Stamark

™

High Performance Tape Series 380IES

Product Bulletin 380I-5ES 3M

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Stamark

™

High Performance Tape Series 380I-5ES

Product Bulletin 270 ES 3M

™

Stamark

™

Pavement Marking Tape 270ES

Product Bulletin 390 3M

™

Stamark

™

High Performance Tape Series 390

Product Bulletin 390-5 3M

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Stamark

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High Performance Contrast Marking Tape

Information Folder 5.2 Highway Tape Applicator (HTA)

Information Folder 5.8 Application of 3M

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Stamark

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Precut Symbols and Legends

IInformation Folder 5.17 3M

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Stamark

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Surface Preparation Adhesive P-50

Information Folder 5.18 Guidelines for Pavement Marking Applications in Grooved

Information Folder 5.21

3M Climate Guide

3M Road Surface Guide

Pavement Surfaces

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3M Stamark™ High Performance Tape Series 380AW Operating instructions

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