ASTM C963-00(R2021) pdf free download

ASTM C963-00(R2021) pdf free download.Standard Specification for Packaging, Identification, Shipment, and Storage of Lock- Strip Gaskets
1. Scope
1.1 This specification covers the packaging, identification, shipment, and storage of lock-strip gaskets and components that comply with Specification C542 and that are used in building walls that are not more than 15° from a vertical plane. 1.2 This international standard was developed in accor- dance with internationally recognized principles on standard- ization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom- mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards: 2 C542 Specification for Lock-Strip Gaskets C716 Specification for Installing Lock-Strip Gaskets and Infill Glazing Materials C717 Terminology of Building Seals and Sealants C964 Guide for Lock-Strip Gasket Glazing
3. Significance and Use
3.1 This specification can be referred to in contract docu- ments as a method and workmanship standard. See also related Specification C542, Specification C716, Terminology C717, and Guide C964.
4. Packaging, Identification, Shipment, and Storage
4.1 Packaging—Gaskets, gasket assemblies, and compo- nents shall be properly packaged to avoid cutting, abrading, permanently distorting, or otherwise damaging them during shipping and storage. Each container shall be legibly and indelibly marked with the manufacturer’s name and address, the project name, the part or assembly number for the gaskets, the quantity of parts in each container, and other identification required by the purchaser. 4.2 Identification and Marking—Each gasket, gasket assembly, or component shall be clearly and legibly labeled with the manufacturer’s identifying part number and other identification required by the purchaser. 4.3 Shipment—Gaskets, gasket assemblies, and components shall be shipped in closed containers using the best commercial practices as defined by the Interstate Commerce Commission Manual,“ Uniform Freight Classification Number 9.” 3 Contain- ers shall not be handled in a manner that will cause damage to the contents. 4.4 Storage—Gaskets, gasket assemblies, and components, shall be stored in original containers in a clean dry area, free of dust, debris, oils, solvents, welding slag, spatter, or sparks, or other materials and conditions that may cause damage to the containers and the contents.
5. Comparison to Other Standards
5.1 The Committee with jurisdiction over this standard 1 is not aware of any comparable standards published by other organizations.
6. Keywords
6.1 gasket; glazing; lock-strip