1. Scope
This specification is intended to apply to Insulating Concrete Form (ICF) Systems that will act as permanent formwork for cast-in-place reinforced concrete beams; lintels; exterior and interior, above and below grade bearing and non-bearing walls; foundation; and retaining walls. The specification is restricted to ICF Systems with a resultant uniform monolithic concrete core.
1.2 Products covered by the specification consists of molded expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation panels that are connected together by ties to form the ICF System.
1.3 This specification identifies test methods appropriate for establishing ICF System performance in their primary function as a stay in place concrete forming system. The use of ICF Systems covered by this specification shall be regulated by building codes, or other agencies that address fire performance, structural performance or both. The fire performance of the material shall be addressed through standard fire test methods established by the appropriate governing documents. The structural performance must be addressed through design of concrete structures in accordance with the appropriate Code requirements.
1.4 This specification utilizes imperial units as the base measurement with metric units given in parentheses. For conversion to metric units other than those contained in this specification, refer to IEEE/ASTM SI 10.
1.5 Details of manufacturing procedures are beyond the scope of this specification.
1.6 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test methods, Section 11, in this specification. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this specification to establish appropriate safety and health practices and to determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Keywords
Concrete; Concrete Formwork; Buildings; Insulating Concrete Forms; Insulating Concrete Form Systems; ICS Number Code
The title and scope are in draft form and are under development within this ASTM Committee.
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