Development of Standardized Test Procedures for Evaluating Deicing Chemicals


Project Number: Clear Roads 07-02/WisDOT 0092-08-32
Start Date: November 2007
End Date: April 2009
Investigator: Western Transportation Institute

Problem
Every year manufacturers introduce new deicing chemicals, additives or mixtures for use in snow and ice operations. Users do not currently have a comprehensive methodology for evaluating the performance of these new products prior to purchasing.

Objective
The goal of this project is to establish laboratory tests that can be applied to all deicing chemicals, additives and mixtures to measure performance. Manufacturers would then be required to have the tests run at independent laboratories before they can be marketed or used by Clear Roads states.

Expected Results
A standard set of performance tests for deicing chemicals, additives and mixtures that will help agencies anticipate how products may work in their specific environment.

Status Reports
September 30, 2008 (207 KB)
June 30, 2008 (56 KB)
March 31, 2008 (84 KB)
December 31, 2007 (56 KB)