Trinity's ADIEM II web site. Plan sheets of ADEIM II Intended Use ADIEM (Advanced Dynamic Impact Extension Module) is a high-performance, redirecting, energy-absorbing crash cushion and end treatment for portable and permanent protection of concrete barriers, bridge parapet rail, bridge piers and other hazards. It is simply installed with pins on a smooth surface in the same plane as the barrier on soil, asphalt or concrete (ADIEM does not require any jobsite forming or pouring of a concrete pad). For temporary or construction zone applications, the system may be easily relocated as the work zone changes, and from project to project. The energy absorption elements of the ADIEM are lightly reinforced, ultra low strength perlite concrete modules. The ADIEM dissipates the energy of an impact as the light-weight modules are crushed. Clean up and restoration of the system into full service are quick and easy. Simply replace the damaged modules and minor sweep up of debris. The redirection element of the system is a heavily reinforced concrete, variable height curb with automobile hub-height tube rails.   TL-3 TL-2 Length 9145 mm 5485 mm Max. width 710 mm 710 mm Height Varies (sloped base) Design speed All NHS 75 km/h ADIEM Base Repair Procedures Tools required: Normal concrete or masonry tools (trowels, brushes, forms, etc..) If needed specific tools can be listed, depending on severity of damage. A helpful hint: for most minor chips or damages try using Styrofoam forming which can be easily torn away after drying. Material required: Any standard highway concrete epoxy (10,000 psi or greater). Dry cement (for aesthetics only, brand and strength not critical). Clean cool water. Sand ADIEM base features The ADIEM base unit has #6 reinforcing bars running longitudinally continuous from the front to the rear of the unit. The unit has #4 reinforcing bars running laterally placed every 6" on centers. The track in the center of the unit is made of 3/16" continuous material with 1/2" x 4" studs approximately every 6" on centers. There are redirecting bumpers on each side of the unit made of 3/16" material with 1/2" x 4" studs approximately every 6" on centers. The base is firmly held together with a concrete mixture of 4,500 psi or greater. ADIEM base utility The ADIEM base serves the purpose of providing a secure holding line for the energy absorbing ADIEM modules. The unit is designed with the intent of having performance features based on specific angles and dimensions being held constant. In repairing the unit it is important to realize that minor chips and cracks, though aesthetically displeasing, should not affect the performance of the system. If the damage is greater than 2" deep or 6" long, a Syro technical representative should be contacted for assistance. ADIEM base repair Use a brush to remove all loose material. Dampen area with sponge or cloth prior to application. If needed create a form to hold the mixture constant while drying occurs. Mix the highway concrete epoxy according to the directions given from the manufacturer. Apply mixture to damaged area and allow drying to occur per the manufacturers recommendations. Upon drying use a hammer or other rigid device to firmly strike the patched area, checking the are to be sure that proper bonding has occurred. After satisfactory testing is complete, mix the cement, sand, and water to create a "slurry," which can be applied with a brush and blend with existing concrete on the ADIEM base. ADIEM Module Repair Procedures Tools required 4" to 6" putty knife (to spread repair mixture) Small 1 to 2 gallon bucket or pan (to mix repair mixture) 3 to 5 gallon bucket (to mix the finish coat) Paint Roller (to apply the finish coat) Material required ADIEMcrete mixture Perlite Granules ADIEMcoat Clean cool water Surface preparation Remove loose material. Dampen area with sponge or cloth prior to application. ADIEMcrete mixture Mix approximately 1 pound of "ADIEMcrete" with approximately 6 ounces of clean cool water. Mix thoroughly until "ADIEMcrete" mixture reaches a stiff paste consistency. ADIEMcrete application Using putty knife or similar tool pack the "ADIEMcrete" mixture the damaged area bringing the mixture to a smooth level finish with surrounding area. If the damage penetrates past the reinforcing cage or is no longer than six inches, a Syro technical representative should be contacted for assistance.  "ADIEMcrete" mixture will set in approximately 45 minutes. ADIEMcoat application Insure that the "ADIEMcrete" mixture has set prior to applying the "ADIEMcoat" finish. Mix the Perlite granular material with the liquid "ADIEMcoat" until a semi-stiff consistency is achieved. Using a paint roller apply the "ADIEMcoat" finish to the repaired area applying additional coats as necessary to match the texture of the surrounding area. The documents are provided in Acrobat Reader format. Free Acrobat Reader download