Significance and Use
3.1 This specification can be referred to in contract documents as a method and workmanship standard. See also related Specification C542, Specification C716, Terminology C717, and Guide C964.
Abstract
This specification covers the packaging, identification and marking, shipment, and storage of lock-strip gaskets, and gasket assemblies and components that are used in building walls.
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 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.
