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ASTM E 935 : 2021

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Standard Test Methods for Performance of Permanent Metal Railing Systems and Rails for Buildings
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Hardcopy , PDF

Language(s)

English

Published date

31-08-2021

1.1These test methods cover procedures to be followed in testing the performance of permanent metal railing systems (guard, stair, and ramp-rail systems), including components such as rails (hand, wall, grab, and transfer rails) and swing gates or other forms of required guardrail opening protection, installed in and for agricultural, assembly, commercial, educational, industrial, institutional, recreational, and residential buildings and other structures, such as towers or elevated platforms.

1.2These test methods are applicable to such railing systems and rails having major structural components made of metal, with their secondary components, including swing gates or other forms of guardrail opening protection, made of metal or other materials such as wood, plastic, and glass.

1.3These test methods can be used to determine whether permanent metal railing systems and rails,2 including components, comply with requirements of the applicable performance specifications, such as building codes, or performance standards such as those described in Specification E985, ANSI/ASSE A1264.1, and OSHA 1910.23.

1.4Specifically, these test methods cover procedures for determining the static strength of metal railing systems, rails and components as structural elements when installed and fastened to concrete, masonry, wood, and metal, as well as related products.

1.5No consideration is given in these test methods to any possible deterioration of metal railing systems, rails, and connections, resulting from adverse environmental conditions. The performance of special tests covering this aspect may be desirable.

1.6These test methods are limited to the application of the loads described herein.

1.7Should computations make it possible to provide the needed information, testing can be employed for verification.

1.8The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.9This 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 standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. For specific hazard statements, see 11.2.

1.10This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

Committee
E 06
DocumentType
Test Method
Pages
5
PublisherName
American Society for Testing and Materials
Status
Current
Supersedes

ASTM E 2358 : 2017 Standard Specification for Performance of Glazing in Permanent Railing Systems, Guards, and Balustrades
ASTM E 2353 : 2021 Standard Test Methods for Performance of Glazing in Permanent Railing Systems, Guards, and Balustrades
ASTM E 1481 : 2000 : REV A : R2021 Standard Terminology of Railing Systems and Rails for Buildings

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