U.S. Department of Transportation
Federal Highway Administration
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U.S. Department of Transportation
Federal Highway Administration
1200 New Jersey Ave. S.E.
Washington, D.C. 20590
February 12, 2014
In Reply Refer To:
HSST/WZ-325
Ms. Kathleen A. Bacik
Osprey Southwest LLC
10105 E. Via Linda, Suite 103-302
Scottsdale, Arizona 85258
Dear Ms. Bacik:
This letter is in response to your request for the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to review a roadside safety system for eligibility for reimbursement under the Federal-aid highway program.
| Name of system: | Osprey Southwest LLC Safety Umbrella Sign System and Safety Umbrella Sign System with Rolling Base Structure |
|---|---|
| Type of system: | Portable work zone flagger sign stand |
| Test Level: | MASH Test Level 3 |
| Testing conducted by: | KARCO Engineering |
| Date of request: | August 13, 2013 |
| Complete package | January 7, 2014 |
Decision:
The following device is eligible, with details provided in the form which is attached as an integral part of this letter:
Based on a review of crash test results submitted by the manufacturer certifying the device described herein meets the crash test and evaluation criteria of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials' Manual for Assessing Safety Hardware (MASH), the device is eligible for reimbursement under the Federal-aid highway program. Eligibility for reimbursement under the Federal-aid highway program does not establish approval or endorsement by the FHW A for any particular purpose or use.
The FHWA, the Department of Transportation, and the United States Government do not endorse products or services and the issuance of a reimbursement eligibility letter is not an endorsement of any product or service.
Requirements
To be found eligible for Federal-aid funding, roadside safety devices should meet the crash test and evaluation criteria contained in the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials' Manual for Assessing Safety Hardware (MASH).
Description
The device and supporting documentation are described in the attached form.
Summary and Standard Provisions
Therefore, the system described and detailed in the attached form is eligible for reimbursement and may be installed under the range of conditions tested.
Please note the following standard provisions that apply to FHW A eligibility letters::
Sincerely yours, /* Signature of Michael S. Griffith*/ Michael S. Griffith |
Enclosures
| Submitter | Date of Request: | August 13, 2013 |  New  Resubmission |
| Name: | Steven Matsusaka | Signature: /s/ | |
| Company: | KARCO Engineering, LLC. | ||
| Address: | 9270 Holly Road, Adelanto, CA 92301 | ||
| Country: | United States of America | ||
| To: | Michael S. Griffith, Director FHWA, Office of Safety Technologies |
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I request the following devices be considered eligible for reimbursement under the Federal-aid highway program.
| System Type | Submission Type | Device Name/Variant | Testing Criterion | Test Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 'WZ': Crash Worthy Work Zone Traffic Control Devices | Physical Crash Testing FEA & V&V Analysis |
Osprey Southwest LLC Safety Umbrella Sign System |
AASHTO MASH | TL3 |
By submitting this request for review and evaluation by the Federal Highway Administration, I certify that the product(s) was (were) tested in conformity with the AASHTO Manual for Assessing Safety Hardware and that the evaluation results meet the appropriate evaluation criteria in the MASH.
Identification of the individual or organization responsible for the product:
| Contact Name: | Kathleen A. Bacik | Same as Submitter ☐ |
| Company Name: | Osprey Southwest LLC | Same as Submitter ☐ |
| Address: | 101 OS E Via Linda, Suite 103-302, Scottsdale, AZ 85258 | Same as Submitter ☐ |
| Country: | United States of America | Same as Submitter ☐ |
| New Hardware |
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The Osprey Southwest Safety Umbrella Sign System is a work-zone traffic control device. The device consists of a base structure, a two (2) piece mast, an umbrella canopy, two (2) vinyl flags, and two (2) aluminum signs. The base structure consists of a PVC pipe mounted on a 21.0 in. (533 mm) by 24.0 in. (610 mm) rubber pad. The base structure has a break away feature located 4.0 in. (102 mm) from the bottom of the base. The mast consists of two (2) 1.5 in. (38 mm) diameter aluminum tubes with 0.1 in. (2 mm) wall thickness. Two (2) 24.0 in. (61 0 mm) aluminum signs are attached to the mast assembly via a swiveling mount. The aluminum signs are mounted 84.0 in (2.1 m) from the ground. The umbrella canopy mounts to the top of the mast assembly and measures 65.5 in. (1.7 m) by 65.5 in. (1.7 m). Two (2) 24.0 in. (610 mm) vinyl flags are mounted to the top of the umbrella canopy. When assembled, the Safety Umbrella Sign System stands 125.0 in. (3.2 m) tall from the ground to the top of the vinyl flags. The Safety Umbrella Sign System weighs 59.0 lbs (26.8 kg). Forth is test, one (1) 22.0 lb. (10.0 kg) sandbag was placed on top of the device's base structure. The total weight of the as-tested test article including the sandbag is 81 .0 lbs (36.7 kg). |
A brief description of each crash test and its result:
| Required Test Number | Narrative Description | Evaluation Results |
|---|---|---|
| 3-70 (1100C) | Test 3-70 was not performed due to the work-zone traffic control device weighing less than 220 lb (100 kg). | PASS |
| 3-71 (1100C) | The impact with the Safety Umbrella Sign System did not cause any significant damage to the vehicle and did not create a hazard to the driver. Upon impact, the test article yielded and the breakaway was activated. Test article debris was contained within the vicinity of the impact area. The test vehicle remained upright and did not leave its lane. | PASS |
| 3-72 (2270P) | The impact with the Safety Umbrella Sign System did not cause any significant damage to the vehicle and did not create a hazard to the driver. Upon impact, the test article yielded and the breakaway was activated. Test article debris was contained within the vicinity of the impact area. The test vehicle remained upright and did not leave its lane. | PASS |
Full Scale Crash Testing was done in compliance with MASH by the following accredited crash test laboratory (cite the laboratory's accreditation status as noted in the crash test reports.):
| Laboratory Name: | KARCO Engineering, INC | |
| Laboratory Contact: | Steven Matsusaka | Same as Submitter ☒ |
| Address: | 9270 Holly Road, Adelanto, CA 92301 | Same as Submitter ☒ |
| Country: | United States of America | Same as Submitter ☒ |
| Accreditation Certificate Number and Date: | TL-371 , November29, 2011 | |
Attach to this form:
1) A copy of the full test report, video, and a Test Data Summary Sheet for each test conducted in support of this request.
2) A drawing or drawings of the device(s) that conform to the Task Force-13 Drawing Specifications [Hardware Guide Drawing Standards]. For proprietary products, a single isometric line drawing is usually acceptable to illustrate the product, with detailed specifications, intended use, and contact information provided on the reverse. Additional drawings (not in TF-13 format) showing details that are key to understanding the performance of the device should also be submitted to facilitate our review.
FHWA Official Business Only:
| Eligibility Letter | AASHTO TF13 | Key Words | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number | Date | Designator | |
| Submitter | Date of Request: | August 13, 2013 | New Resubmission |
| Name: | Kathleen A Bacik | Signature: | |
| Company: | Osprey Southwest LLC | ||
| Address: | 101 OS E Via Linda- Suite 103-302, Scottsdale, AZ 85258 | ||
| Country: | USA | ||
| To: | Michael S. Griffith, Director FHWA, Office of Safety Technologies |
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I request the following devices be considered eligible for reimbursement under the Federal-aid highway program.
| System Type | Submission Type | Device Name/Variant | Testing Criterion | Test Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 'WZ': Crash Worthy Work Zone Traffic Control Devices | Physical Crash Testing FEA & V&V Analysis |
Osprey Southwest LLC Safety Umbrella Rolling Base Structure |
AASHTO MASH | TL3 |
By submitting this request for review and evaluation by the Federal Highway Administration, I certify that the product(s) was (were) tested in conformity with the AASHTO Manual for Assessing Safety Hardware and that the evaluation results meet the appropriate evaluation criteria in the MASH.
Identification of the individual or organization responsible for the product:
| Contact Name: | Kathleen A. Bacik | Same as Submitter ☒ |
| Company Name: | Osprey Southwest LLC | Same as Submitter ☒ |
| Address: | 101 OS E Via Linda, Suite 103-302, Scottsdale, AZ 85258 | Same as Submitter ☒ |
| Country: | USA | Same as Submitter ☒ |
| Modification to Existing Hardware Non-Significant-Effect is positive or Inconsequential |
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The Osprey Southwest Safety Umbrella Rolling Base Structure is a work zone device to assist in keeping our Safety Umbrella in the upright position when in use and will allow the Safety Umbrella to be moved around the work zone without having to lift the umbrella and carry it to a new location. The device measures w: 24" × d: 27.5" × h: 4" and weighs 211bs with 2 wheels that sit ½" off the ground and are mounted to the end of the structure. Material: Steel. The center of the device has a 4" high round post (Breakaway Feature) that will allow for a 2" diameter PVC post that the safety umbrella slides into. Welded on to the side of the 4" high center post is a threaded knob that screws through the PVC post and applies pressure to the umbrella pole to stabilize. Variations to the successfully crash tested Rubber Base would be that the crash tested base weighed 561bs which included a 20ib sand bag and was made out of a rubber mold with a metal center post almost identical to the 211b Rolling Base Structure. Also, the rubber base had a slide through pin that ran through the entire PVC post to keep in place. The Rolling Base Structure is actually designed better so that if it is ever run over the PVC will breakaway at the same location as the Rubber Base but in an easier, faster motion. The Rolling Base Structure does require a 40ib sand bag for added support and "Likeness". To note, when analyzing both bases they are almost identical in design at the breakaway point where they should react in the same manner. KARCO ENGINEERING ANALYSIS: We spoke about the new design here and we think that the changes should not affect the way the sign reacts to an impact as long as the base is still weighed down with sandbags. We used a 20 lb bag for the rubber base, making the base plus sandbag approximately 56lbs. For the lighter weight rolling base I would actually suggest using a heavier sand bag; maybe a 40 lb bag. This would also increase the "likeness" between the two designs. |
A brief description of each crash test and its result:
| Required Test Number | Narrative Description | Evaluation Results |
|---|---|---|
| 3-70 (1100C) | ||
| 3-71 (1100C) | ||
| 3-72 (2270P) |
Full Scale Crash Testing was done in compliance with MASH by the following accredited crash test laboratory (cite the laboratory's accreditation status as noted in the crash test reports.):
| Laboratory Name: | ||
| Laboratory Contact: | Same as Submitter ☐ | |
| Address: | Same as Submitter ☐ | |
| Country: | Same as Submitter ☐ | |
| Accreditation Certificate Number and Date: | ||
Attach to this form:
1) A copy of the full test report, video, and a Test Data Summary Sheet for each test conducted in support of this request.
2) A drawing or drawings of the device(s) that conform to the Task Force-13 Drawing Specifications [Hardware Guide Drawing Standards]. For proprietary products, a single isometric line drawing is usually acceptable to illustrate the product, with detailed specifications, intended use, and contact information provided on the reverse. Additional drawings (not in TF-13 format) showing details that are key to understanding the performance of the device should also be submitted to facilitate our review.
FHWA Official Business Only:
| Eligibility Letter | AASHTO TF13 | Key Words | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number | Date | Designator | |
| WZ-325 | 2/6/2013 | Osprey Flagger umbrella stand | |
