Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1.1 This specification describes ready-mixed, low VOC, fast drying, white and yellow waterborne traffic paint that shall be used as a binder for reflective beads, or for use as a plain non-reflective paint. The paint shall be suitable for either asphalt or concrete pavement surfaces. When applied at a wet-film thickness of 15 mils, the paint shall be suitable for application on all types of paved roadway surfaces. 1.2 The paint shall be formulated and processed specifically for service as a binder for reflective beads, in such a manner as to produce maximum adhesion, refraction and retro reflection. Any capillary action of the paint shall not be such as to cause complete coverage of the beads. 1.3 The paint shall be well mixed in the manufacturing process and shall be properly ground when incorporating the pigments in order to conform to the requirements as specified. 1.4 The paint shall not liver, thicken, curdle, gel, settle excessively, or otherwise show any objectionable properties during storage and shall be readily remixed manually to a smooth uniform consistency throughout. 1.5 The paint shall NOT be set, stored, staged anywhere in direct sunlight within an indoor and/or outdoor location prior to shipping. 1.6 The paint shall be fully emulsified/mixed prior to shipment so as to remain homogenous for a thirty (30) day time period after delivery. If necessary, vendor shall mix or otherwise process the product prior to shipment. 1.7 The paint shall dry on a road surface to a strongly adherent uniform noncracking film that will not turn dark in sunlight or show considerable discoloration with age. It shall be easily and uniformly applicable with mechanical linemarking equipment and shall have excellent covering properties. The paint shall be suitable for binding glass beads so as to produce a highly weather resistant traffic line.
