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Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications for Materials
(2009 DPWH Road Signs and Pavement Markings Manual)
A. 10. Materials for Sign Face
Any materials used for the sign face, and not otherwise described in this specification, shall be
in accordance with the approved standard specifications as described in the following sub-
sections:
A. 10.1. Retro-Reflective Materials
Where reflectorization is required the retro-reflecting materials shall comply with the
established standards for retro-reflective materials and devices for road traffic
control purposes.
The reflective sheeting shall be weather resistant and show no appreciable, cracking,
blistering, crazing or dimensional change after two (2) years of unprotected outdoor
exposure.
The reflective sheeting shall have high reflectivity normal to vehicle headlight
dependent on the angle of incidence. The reflective material shall be sharp, no glare
and directed towards the light source of approved angle of incidence.
The reflective sheeting shall perform effectively for a minimum of seven (7) years
from date of fabrication.
The reflective sheeting must retain at least 70% (Type 1) & 50% (Type 2) of its
original brightness for regular and fluorescent sheeting respectively at the end of
seven (7) years. All signs used for road projects should be warranted by the sheeting
manufacturer for above- stated performance.
Signs must be dated at the time of delivery in order to initiate the 7-year
performance warranty. A sign dating sticker that indicates the manufacturers name,
material type/brand name with the month and year of delivery should be placed at
the back of the sign face.




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The reflective sheeting to be used maybe of two (2) types:
Type 1- High Performance Reflective Sheeting
Type 1 materials to be used for all overhead signs, signs related to movement of
pedestrians, chevron alignment signs and signs identified as black spot areas. The
reflective sheeting shall consist of full cube micro-prismatic lens sheeting with an
interlocking diamond seal pattern with pre-coated adhesive backing protected by a
removable liner. The minimum reflective brightness value of reflective sheeting
shall be in accordance with the following table:


















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Type 2 Medium Performance Reflective Sheeting
Type 2 materials to be used as minimum standards for all other types of signs not
qualified for use under Type 1. The reflective sheeting shall consist of non-
metalized micro-prismatic lens in an interlocking diamond pattern encapsulated by
a flexible transparent plastic film that has a smooth outer surface. The sheeting
shall have a pre-coated adhesive protected by an easily removable liner. The
adhesive shall have a pressure-sensitive adhesive of the aggressive tack type
requiring no heat , solvent or other preparation for adhesion to surfaces.
The minimum reflective brightness of reflective sheeting shall be in accordance with
the following table:

















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A. 10.2. Fluorescent Reflective Sheeting
The fluorescent reflective sheeting shall consist of a visible-activated fluorescent
materials and full cube micro-prismatic lens sheeting with an interlocking diamond seal
pattern with pre-coated adhesive backing protected by a removable liner. The minimum
reflective brightness shall be in accordance with the following table:














A. 11. Materials for Construction
Standard Road signs shall be constructed with metal. The signs may have a dished,
rolled or beaded edge for additional rigidity. In order to stiffen larger signs and prevent damage
by bending, horizontal battens or bars should be fixed to the rear of the signs as supports, and
may be utilized to provide mounting to posts.
Metal Signs
Metal signs shall be of 2.00 mm thick aluminum substrate materials with stiffening as
provided.

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A. 12. Post and Attachments
Post required for the erection of signs shall be made of galvanized steel pipes not less
than 48.8 mm (outside diameter) x 3.25 mm thick, or other section of equivalent strength.
Wide flange posts and frames shall be fabricated from structural steel conforming to
ASTM A 283 Grade D. In lieu of wide flange steel posts, the Contractor may use tubular steel
posts conforming to ASTM A 501. All posts shall be thoroughly cleaned, free from grease, scale,
rusts and shall be given one coat of rust-inhibiting priming paint and two (2) coats of gray paint
in accordance with Item 411, Paint DPWH Standard Specification.
Selection of non-frangible signpost lengths based on sign panel sizes and post diameters
is given in Figure A.6. of the latest edition of the DPWH Road Signs and Pavement Markings
Manual.
Attachments shall provide for the positive and robust connection of signs to their
mounting posts. Consideration shall be given to distributing attachment loads, e.g., by the
provision of a suitably shaped saddles and clamps or brackets for a round post. Detailed shop
drawings for the said illustrations shall be provided by the Supplier for approval of CDC.
For the larger signs, the design of the sign support system as a whole shall take into
account possible wind loadings and the criteria specified in appropriate Philippine Code for
Structural Designs. A typical mounting sign is shown in Figure A.7.











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A. 13. Protective Treatment
All materials used for signs and sign supports shall be either resistant to, or protected
against deterioration under exposed paint system.
Where corrosion protection is destroyed or damaged in the manufacturing or fixing
process, steps shall be taken to restore protection by appropriate after-treatment.
Where different metals are in contact, appropriate action shall be taken to prevent
galvanic action and resultant corrosion.
Approval of Prototype
The supplier shall submit within Fifteen (15) calendar days upon effectivity of contract a sample
prototype of the said signage for approval of CDC for each type of typical signage (Sign Face
only). No fabrication of the said signage would be undertaken unless said sample signage had
been approved for fabrication. The said prototype should be included in the bid cost.










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