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    This document provides specifications for filling abandoned pipes and structures with a low density cellular concrete (LDCC) called Geofill LD. The specifications cover the materials and properties of the LDCC, submittal requirements, production and installation procedures, and quality control testing. The LDCC must have a cast density between 24-30 PCF, a minimum compressive strength of 40 PSI at 28 days, and flow consistency greater than 7 inches. Installation involves pumping the LDCC through injection ports to completely fill the abandonment. Quality control includes compressive strength testing of cylinders, measuring wet cast density and flow consistency, and ensuring the contractor has experience with at least five similar projects in the last 12 months.

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    This document provides specifications for filling abandoned pipes and structures with a low density cellular concrete (LDCC) called Geofill LD. The specifications cover the materials and properties of the LDCC, submittal requirements, production and installation procedures, and quality control testing. The LDCC must have a cast density between 24-30 PCF, a minimum compressive strength of 40 PSI at 28 days, and flow consistency greater than 7 inches. Installation involves pumping the LDCC through injection ports to completely fill the abandonment. Quality control includes compressive strength testing of cylinders, measuring wet cast density and flow consistency, and ensuring the contractor has experience with at least five similar projects in the last 12 months.

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    Geofill LD Abandonment Spec

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    Merluza, Ullys M.
    This document provides specifications for filling abandoned pipes and structures with a low density cellular concrete (LDCC) called Geofill LD. The specifications cover the materials and properties of the LDCC, submittal requirements, production and installation procedures, and quality control testing. The LDCC must have a cast density between 24-30 PCF, a minimum compressive strength of 40 PSI at 28 days, and flow consistency greater than 7 inches. Installation involves pumping the LDCC through injection ports to completely fill the abandonment. Quality control includes compressive strength testing of cylinders, measuring wet cast density and flow consistency, and ensuring the contractor has experience with at least five similar projects in the last 12 months.

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    Specification for Geofill LD

    Low Density Cellular Concrete


    For Filling Abandoned Pipes & Structures

    I – SCOPE OF WORK
    This work consists of providing Geofill LD, a non-pervious, Low Density Cellular
    Concrete (LDCC) to fill abandoned pipes or other structures at the location shown in the
    plans in accordance with the details in the plans and these specifications.

    II – MATERIALS
    A. Portland cement shall comply with ASTM C150 (Type I, II or III).
    B. Fly ash shall be Class C or Class F and compatible with foaming agent.
    C. Water shall be free from deleterious substances.
    D. Foaming agent shall be Geofill Concentrate (Phone #888-820-3455) conforming
    to ASTM C796.
    E. Admixtures for water reducing, retarding, accelerating, and other specific
    properties may be used when recommended by the manufacturer of the foaming
    agent.
    F. Geofill LD shall have the following properties:

    Range of Cast Density, PCF 24-30


    Minimum Compressive Strength (28 Days), PSI 40
    Flow Consistency per ASTM D6107 Greater than 7”

    III – SUBMITTALS
    A. Mix design for LDCC, including materials to be used and their sources.
    B. Resume of contractor showing experience as specified below, including
    qualifications of contractor’s superintendent and/or foreman.
    C. Description of equipment and placement methods to verify compliance with
    specifications.

    IV – PRODUCTION
    A. Foam generating equipment shall be used to produce a predetermined quantity
    of pre-formed foam which shall be mixed and blended with cementitious slurry.
    Equipment shall be calibrated to produce consistent foam with stable, uniform
    cellular structure.
    B. LDCC shall be produced utilizing specialized automated proportioning, mixing,
    and foam producing equipment, which is capable of meeting the specified
    properties.
    C. Avoid excessive handling of the material. After sufficient mixing of the foam
    with slurry, the material shall be conveyed promptly in its final location.
    D. All equipment used must be approved by the foam manufacturer.

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    V – INSTALLATION
    A. Contractor must fill the existing abandonment as indicated in the plans or as
    directed by project engineer.
    B. LDCC shall be pumped through injection ports located at bulkhead to allow
    abandonment to be completely filled.
    C. All bulkheads and injection ports installed shall be capable of withstanding a
    minimum of 30 PSI or the allowable maximum pressure, whichever is greater and
    shall be water tight.
    D. Injection and vent ports and pipes must be securely installed and be able to
    receive a minimum 3” male threaded NPT.
    E. Space injection points at intervals that allow material to be forced from one
    injection point to the next at pressures below maximum allowable pressure.
    F. All water and other residual materials must be removed from pipe prior to
    initiating filling procedure. If required, dewatering shall be continuous during
    installation.
    G. If pipe cannot be dewatered, Geofill LD Hybrid, with a density greater than 65
    pcf, is recommended.
    H. LDCC shall be placed in a manner so as not to cause collapsing of material, which
    may require multiple lifts depending upon length and diameter of pipe being
    abandoned.

    VI – QUALITY CONTROL AND QUALITY ASSURANCE


    A. Contractor shall have a record of experience and quality of work placing foam
    concrete that is satisfactory to the Engineer. Including the following:
    1. Shall be capable of developing a mix design, batching, mixing, handling,
    and placing LDCC.
    2. Shall be regularly engaged in the production and pumping of LDCC for
    filling abandoned pipes or other structures.
    3. Shall have satisfactory completed at least five (5) similar LDCC projects
    during the last twelve (12) months.
    4. Workers included the contractor’s superintendent and /or foreman, shall
    be fully qualified to perform the work and have had previous experience
    in production and pumping of LDCC under similar conditions.

    B. TESTING
    1. Testing to be performed by the Owner or approved agency.
    1. A minimum of four (4) 3”x 6” cylinders shall be molded for each shift
    of operation.
    2. LDCC to be tested at any age after three (3) days for compressive
    strength. At least two (2) specimens from each set should be tested at 28
    days in accordance with ASTM C-495 unless otherwise approved by
    engineer.

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    3. Contractor shall record and measure wet cast densities at the point of
    placement regularly. Mix shall be adjusted as required to obtain the
    specified cast density at the point of placement.
    4. Contractor shall record and measure flow consistency regularly in
    accordance with ASTM D6107.

    VII – MEASURMENT AND PAYMENT


    A. Geofill LD shall be paid for at the contract unit price per cubic yard for
    materials produced based on theoretical volume of pipe or other method
    acceptable to engineer.

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