PASSING PRODUCT TESTING: ECO-GREEN ASPHALT COVERS
ALL THE BASES WITH THE MAJORS- AND POTHOLES TOO
Written By: Leo Gonzales
Edited by: Melanie MacKenzie

For a new invention like non-toxic asphalt to be approved by municipal agencies and major utility companies means undergoing a battery of time-based testing and product analyses. GREENPATCH outlines the review process, their successes and why they have passed EVERY state and local regulatory testing while imposing cost-effectiveness of being a GREEN product.

The largest orders of the revolutionary eco-smart cold asphalt, GREENPATCH, come from city, county and state public works departments and major utility companies. Earning procurement approval means much more than ‘closing a deal’-- every WIN marks another touchdown for the product’s integrity. GreenPatch garners industry recognition as each new user approval was won through individual and extensive application testing, budgetary review and a battery of time-sensitive product benefits analyses.

DARIO AMICUCCI- President of Cold Mix Manufacturing

Unlike consumer end products that rely on a small number of common reception points, each industrial end user of GreenPatch's road repair market has their own regulatory standards. “Many of these agencies take up to a year of testing before they approve our product,” states Dario Amicucci, president of Cold Mix Manufacturing, producer of the GreenPatch line. “It usually starts with sending official product specs and certifications - like VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) analysis reports to confirm that we meet their state or city’s regulatory guidelines. Once we pass that, then we get to send material samples for them to try out where it takes months for them to review and prove that our product is solid.”

Con Edison, a major power company for NYC who often applies street repaving material after conducting repairs and installations, has recently concluded the testing of GreenPatch and has named it their new product of choice. "We've been using GreenPatch for eight months to repair pavement that was cut for utility work. It stands up to Manhattan traffic as well as the products we used in the past," said Mark Sullivan, field operations planner for Con Edison. "This is one example of how Con Edison is actively striving for environmental excellence. We believe that protecting the environment makes good business sense."

In the spring of 2008, the National Green Energy Council endorsed GREENPATCH for its modern and intelligent product design-- exceeding the environmental, technical and economical standards for all end users. This non-toxic asphalt substitute has become the new visionary flagship for many municipal and commercial purchasers and manufacturers alike. GreenPatch responds perfectly to cities with major pothole problems that need a cost-effective and permanent repair solution- while satisfying the current health, safety and sustainability ambitions.

GreenPatch developer GLENN SHAPIRO (L) and Mount Vernon MAYOR CLINTON YOUNG (R)- "This excellent product (GreenPatch) has passed 7 months of daily testing and has proven itself to be more durable than its predecessor- and is now an official part of our city's GREEN initiative" -- Click to see video

As a reflection of the growing trend in conscientious business upgrades, an ever-growing list of Greenpatch testers, both from the private and municipal sectors, have all conducted strict quality reviews and required competitive pricing guidelines. They have all tested and approved GreenPatch for widespread operational use and most are current users of the product.

• The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
• Westchester County DPW
• Stanford , CT City Highway Dept.
• Metropolitian District Commission in Hartford, CT (The MDC)
• Con Edison- major NYC power company
• U.P.S.C.O. (supplier to utility companies)
• Mt. Vernon Commission of Public Works
• NJ American Water Company
• NJ Dept. of Transportation- approved
• NYS Dept of Transportation- approved

Getting the ear of the municipal leaders presents a special “pitcher”. Former State Senator Nicholas Spano, now a professional lobbyist, promotes GreenPatch to NY legislators and explains that getting a product passed through the proper channels requires a firm understanding of the legislative system. He describes the many obstacles, doorways and ‘work-arounds’ to get product information to the right leaders. “… you know you’ve got a great product when they approve you because… it’s a triple crown win… when you meet the three major standards-- environmental, technical and cost-effective!”  

GreenPatch continues its nationwide campaign to promote their eco-friendly mission and is currently under testing with many agencies and companies throughout the northeast and Midwestern states. Due to its chemical design, it is noted that GreenPatch continues to pass every single state regulatory testing to date.

For media contact and interviews about this article, contact: Jordyn Tyson at 516-626-0655 or email at: content@greenpatch.com

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