ASTM D7322-13
(Test Method)Standard Test Method for Determination of Rolled Erosion Control Product (RECP) Ability to Encourage Seed Germination and Plant Growth Under Bench-Scale Conditions
Standard Test Method for Determination of Rolled Erosion Control Product (RECP) Ability to Encourage Seed Germination and Plant Growth Under Bench-Scale Conditions
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
5.1 This test method evaluates the effect of an RECP on seed germination and initial plant growth in a controlled environment.
5.2 The results of this test can be used to compare RECPs and other erosion control materials to determine which are the most effective at encouraging the growth of vegetation.
SCOPE
1.1 This test method covers guidelines, requirements, and procedures for evaluating the effect of Rolled Erosion Control Products (RECPs) on seed germination and vegetation enhancement.
1.2 This test method will evaluate the effects of RECPs on seed germination in a controlled environment.
1.3 This test method utilizes bench-scale testing procedures and shall not be interpreted as indicative of field performance.
1.4 This test method is not intended to replace full-scale simulation or field testing in acquisition of performance values that are required in the design of erosion control measures utilizing RECPs.
1.5 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to inch-pound units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.6 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 standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
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Designation: D7322 − 13
StandardTest Method for
Determination of Rolled Erosion Control Product (RECP)
Ability to Encourage Seed Germination and Plant Growth
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Under Bench-Scale Conditions
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D7322; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope D5268 Specification for Topsoil Used for Landscaping Pur-
poses
1.1 This test method covers guidelines, requirements, and
D6475 Test Method for Measuring Mass Per Unit Area of
procedures for evaluating the effect of Rolled Erosion Control
Erosion Control Blankets
Products (RECPs) on seed germination and vegetation en-
D6566 Test Method for Measuring Mass per Unit Area of
hancement.
Turf Reinforcement Mats
1.2 This test method will evaluate the effects of RECPs on
seed germination in a controlled environment.
3. Terminology
1.3 This test method utilizes bench-scale testing procedures
3.1 For definitions of terms used in this test method, see
and shall not be interpreted as indicative of field performance.
Terminology D653.
1.4 This test method is not intended to replace full-scale
4. Summary of Test Method
simulation or field testing in acquisition of performance values
4.1 Containers containing soil are sown with seeds and then
that are required in the design of erosion control measures
covered with an RECP. Additional containers of soil are sown
utilizing RECPs.
with seed and left uncovered as controls. The light,
1.5 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as
temperature, and humidity are maintained and documented.
standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
The amount of germination and growth is measured periodi-
conversions to inch-pound units that are provided for informa-
cally throughout the test, and the mass of vegetation is
tion only and are not considered standard.
calculated at the conclusion of the test.
1.6 This standard does not purport to address all of the
4.2 Each RECP under consideration as well as control
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
containers of uncovered soil undergo testing in a controlled
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
environment.
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
5. Significance and Use
5.1 This test method evaluates the effect of an RECP on
2. Referenced Documents
seed germination and initial plant growth in a controlled
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
environment.
D653 Terminology Relating to Soil, Rock, and Contained
5.2 The results of this test can be used to compare RECPs
Fluids
and other erosion control materials to determine which are the
D4354 Practice for Sampling of Geosynthetics and Rolled
most effective at encouraging the growth of vegetation.
Erosion Control Products(RECPs) for Testing
6. Apparatus
6.1 GerminationContainers—Plasticpotsnominally20 61
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This test method is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee D18 on Soil and
cm(8 60.4in.)insidediametermadefromplasticpipesection
Rock and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D18.25 on Erosion and
Sediment Control Technology.
cylinders and having a height of 10 61cm(4 6 0.4 in.). The
Current edition approved June 15, 2013. Published July 2013. Originally
pots include a perforated bottom to allow drainage.
approved in 2007. Last previous edition approved in 2007 as D7322 – 07. DOI:
10.1520/D7322-13.
6.2 Temperature-, Humidity-, and Light-Controlled
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
Chamber—Capable of maintaining a constant temperature of
contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
27 6 2°C, 45 6 5% relative humidity, and 900 6 100 ft-
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
the ASTM website. candles, with a light source as outlined in A1.1.
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6.3 Photometer—Instrument capable of measuring the illu- three pots with an RECP specimen. Three pots will be left
mination provided by a fluorescent light source, including both uncovered to be controls. For RECP-covered pots, place the
the visible and ultraviolet (UV) spectrum. RECP over the pot, and hold firmly in place around the
perimeter of the pot.
6.4 Thermometer—Capable of measuring temperature.
9.1.2.7 Placethepotsinthecontrolledenvironmentalcham-
6.5 Hygrometer—Capable of measuring relative humidity.
ber conditioned at 27
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Designation: D7322 − 07 D7322 − 13
Standard Test Method for
Determination of Rolled Erosion Control Product (RECP)
Ability to Encourage Seed Germination and Plant Growth
1
Under Bench-Scale Conditions
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D7322; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope
1.1 This test method covers guidelines, requirements, and procedures for evaluating the effect of Rolled Erosion Control
Products (RECPs) on seed germination and vegetation enhancement.
1.2 This test method will evaluate the effects of RECPs on seed germination in a controlled environment.
1.3 This test method utilizes bench-scale testing procedures and shall not be interpreted as indicative of field performance.
1.4 This test method is not intended to replace full-scale simulation or field testing in acquisition of performance values that
are required in the design of erosion control measures utilizing RECPs.
1.5 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
mathematical conversions to inch-pound units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.6 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 standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory
limitations prior to use.
2. Referenced Documents
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
D653 Terminology Relating to Soil, Rock, and Contained Fluids
D4354 Practice for Sampling of Geosynthetics and Rolled Erosion Control Products(RECPs) for Testing
D5268 Specification for Topsoil Used for Landscaping Purposes
D6475 Test Method for Measuring Mass Per Unit Area of Erosion Control Blankets
D6566 Test Method for Measuring Mass per Unit Area of Turf Reinforcement Mats
3. Terminology
3.1 For definitions of terms used in this test method, see Terminology D653.
4. Summary of Test Method
4.1 Containers containing soil are sown with seeds and then covered with an RECP. Additional containers of soil are sown with
seed and left uncovered as controls. The light, temperature, and humidity are maintained and documented. The amount of
germination and growth is measured periodically throughout the test, and the mass of vegetation is calculated at the conclusion
of the test.
4.2 Each RECP under consideration as well as control containers of uncovered soil undergo testing in a controlled environment.
5. Significance and Use
5.1 This test method evaluates the effect of an RECP on seed germination and initial plant growth in a controlled environment.
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This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D18 on Soil and Rock and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D18.25 on Erosion and Sediment
Control Technology.
Current edition approved March 15, 2007June 15, 2013. Published April 2007July 2013. Originally approved in 2007. Last previous edition approved in 2007 as D7322
– 07. DOI: 10.1520/D7322-07.10.1520/D7322-13.
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
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5.2 The results of this test can be used to compare RECPs and other erosion control materials to determine which are the most
effective at encouraging the growth of vegetation.
6. Apparatus
6.1 Germination Containers—Plastic pots nominally 20 6 1 cm (8 6 0.4 in.) inside diameter made from plastic pipe section
cylinders and having a height of 10 6 1 cm (4 6 0.4 in.). The pots include a perforated bottom to allow drainage.
6.2 Temperature–, Humidity–,Temperature-, Humidity-, and Light–ControlledLight-Controlled Chamber—Capable of maintain-
ing a constant temperature of 27 6 2°C, 45 6 5% relative humidity, and 900 6 100 ft-candles, with a light source as outlined in
A1.1.
6.3 Photometer—Instrument capable of measuring the illumination provided by a fluorescent light source, including both the
visible a
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