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Traffic Controller Testing 

A full suite of tests are performed on each traffic controller assembly submitted to confirm quality and that the equipment meets the requirements of the WSDOT Specification.

WSDOT test methods used for testing (Materials Manual):

  • T421 Traffic Controller Inspection and Test Procedure

  • T422 Traffic Controller Transient Voltage Test Procedure

  • T423 Traffic Controller Conflict Monitor Test Procedure

  • T424 Traffic Controller Power Interruption Test Procedure

  • T425 Environmental Chamber Test Procedure

Major Equipment used:

  • Russells Environmental Chamber (-34 C to + 74C)

  • ATSI Tester PCMT 2500

  • ATSI Tester PCMT 2000 (upgraded to 2500)

  • Beckman 3020 Power Line Noise Generator

  • Bemar Model PLM 103P Power Line Interrupter

Traffic Controller Supplier QC Program

WSDOT requires an approved Supplier QC program (Standard Specification 9-29.13) to be eligible to supply Traffic-Actuated Controllers to State Construction Projects.  In addition, the State purchase contract also requires an approved QC program.  The current suppliers with approved QC programs are listed on the Qualified Products List.

Raised Lane Marker Testing

Accelerated Weather Testing

Sign Sheeting Testing

Electrical Conductor Testing

For more information regarding electrical testing of construction materials please contact:

Dwight Carlson
    Electrical Materials Manager
360-709-5436
carlsdw@wsdot.wa.gov
Dan Heryford
    Transportation Technician
360-709-5435
heryfod@wsdot,wa,gov
John Gaasland
    Transportation Engineer
360-709-5434
gaaslaj@wsdot.wa.gov


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