E987 Deglazing Force Test Methods
Things about ASTM-E987: Standard test methods for deglazing force of fenestration products. 1.1 These test methods measure the resistance of elements of fenestration products such as operating (or removable) window sashes, storm sashes, and sliding glass door panels (hereafter referred to as sash members) to forces tending to deglaze the construction. 1.2 These test methods […]
E774 Insulating Glass Durability Classification
Things about ASTM-E774-97: Standard specification for the classification of the durability of sealed insulating glass units. 1.1 Thisspecificationisapplicabletothosesealedinsulating glass units, with one or two airspaces. 1.2 The classification of test specimens is based on frost or chemical dew point after the specified test duration(s). 1.3 Qualification under this specification is intended to provide a basis […]
E631 Building Constructions Terminology
Things about ASTM-E631-15: Standard terminology of Building Constructions. 1.1 This Terminology consists of terms and definitions pertaining to the subject field of buildings and building construction, and in particular, terms related to the standards generated by ASTM Committee E06 on Performance of Buildings. 1.2 The purpose of this Terminology is to provide preferred and admitted […]
ASTM E576 Insulating Glass Frost Point Test Method
Things about ASTM-E576: Standard test method for frost point of sealed insulating glass units in the vertical position. 1.1 This test method describes a field or laboratory procedure for determining the frost point within the air space(s) of sealed insulating glass units, and establishes the criteria for determining whether that point is below or above […]
ASTM E546 Insulating Glass Dew Point Test Standard
Things about ASTM-E546-14: Standard test method for frost/dew point of sealed insulating glass unit. 1.1 This test method describes a laboratory procedure for determining the frost/dew point within the air space(s) of sealed insulating glass units and establishes the criteria for determining whether that point is below or above a given or specified temperature. 1.2 […]
ASTM C1564 Glazing Sealants Use Guide
Things about ASTM-C1564-04: Standard guide for use of silicone sealants for protective glazing systems. 1.1 This guide covers the use of silicone sealants in protective glazing systems for building construction. Protective glazing includes systems designed for use in applications subject to natural disasters such as hurricanes, earthquakes, windstorms, and forms of forced entry such as […]
ASTM C1503 Silver Glass Mirror Standard
Things about ASTM-C1503-01: Standard specification for silvered flat glass mirror. 1.1 This specification covers the requirements for silvered flat glass mirrors of rectangular shape supplied as cut sizes, stock sheets, or as lehr ends and to which no further processing (such as edgework or other fabrication) has been done. 1.2 This specification covers the quality […]
ASTM C1487 Structural Glazing Remedying Guide
Things about ASTM-C1487-02: Standard guide for remedying structural silicone glazing. This guide provides recommendations for remedying existing structural sealant glazing (hereinafter called SSG) installations in situ. Remedial work may be necessary when a lite of glass is replaced, for routine maintenance, or after distress is discovered. This guide focuses on large-scale remedies. This browser does […]
ASTM C1464 Bent Glass Standard
Things about ASTM-C1464-06: Standard specification for bent glass. 1.1 This specification covers the requirements for bent glass used in general building construction, furniture, display, and various other non-automotive applications. 1.2 The dimensional values, stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are provided for information only. 1.3 […]
ASTM C1422 Chemically Strengthened Glass Standard
Things about ASTM-C1422-99: Standard specification for chemically strengthened flat glass. 1.1 This specification covers the requirements for chemically strengthened glass products that originate from flat glass and are used in general building construction, transportation, and other specialty applications, such as copy machine scanners, computer disks, and flat glass screens for television monitors. Techniques such as […]