ASTM F3314-20
(Terminology)Standard Terminology Relating to Technology and Underground Infrastructure
Standard Terminology Relating to Technology and Underground Infrastructure
SCOPE
1.1 This terminology is a compilation of definitions of technical terms used in the underground infrastructure and plastic piping industry. Terms that are generally understood or adequately defined in other readily available sources are not included.
1.2 When a term is used in an ASTM document for which Committee F36 is responsible, it is included only when judged, after review, by Subcommittee F36.91 to be a generally usable term.
1.3 Definitions that are identical to those published by other ASTM committees or other standards organizations are identified with the committee number (for example, F17) or with the abbreviation of the name of the organization (for example, IUPAC, International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry).
1.4 A definition is a single sentence with additional information included in discussions.
1.5 Definitions are followed by the committee responsible for the standard(s) (for example, [F36.10]) and standard numbers(s) in which they are used (for example, F2233).
1.6 Abbreviated Terminology:
1.6.1 Abbreviated terminology is intended to provide uniform contractions of terms relating to infrastructure that have evolved through widespread common usage. The compilation in this standard has been prepared to avoid the occurrence of more than one abbreviated term for a given term and to avoid multiple meanings for abbreviated terms.
1.6.2 The abbreviated terminology and descriptions in this standard are intended to be consistent with usage in the infrastructure industry and the standards under F36 jurisdiction. Other ASTM committees may assign a different word-phrase description to the same abbreviated terminology. In such cases, the abbreviated terms in this standard shall apply to usage in F36 standards, or if widespread misunderstanding could result from conflicting abbreviated terminology descriptions, the abbreviated terminology for the word-phrase shall not be used in F36 standards.
1.6.3 Acronyms and Initialisms—A word formed from the letters or parts of words of a longer word-phrase, usually from the initial letters or parts of the words. An acronym is pronounced as a word, for example, radar for radio detection and ranging. An initialism is pronounced as a series of letters, for example, DOT for Department of Transportation.
1.6.4 The acronym or initialism description is the origin word-phrase for the acronym or initialism, not a definition.
1.7 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.8 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.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 30-Jun-2020
- Technical Committee
- F36 - Technology and Underground Utilities
- Drafting Committee
- F36.91 - Terminology
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Feb-2024
- Effective Date
- 01-Nov-2023
- Effective Date
- 01-Apr-2020
- Effective Date
- 01-Jan-2020
- Effective Date
- 01-Aug-2019
- Effective Date
- 15-Apr-2019
- Effective Date
- 01-Feb-2019
- Effective Date
- 01-Jan-2019
- Effective Date
- 01-Dec-2018
- Effective Date
- 01-Nov-2018
- Effective Date
- 15-Aug-2017
- Effective Date
- 01-Aug-2017
- Effective Date
- 01-Feb-2017
- Effective Date
- 15-Nov-2016
- Effective Date
- 01-Aug-2016
Overview
ASTM F3314-20 – Standard Terminology Relating to Technology and Underground Infrastructure provides a comprehensive set of definitions for technical terms used throughout the underground infrastructure and plastic piping industries. Published by ASTM Committee F36, this standard serves as an authoritative resource to ensure clear communication and consistency in terminology among professionals, manufacturers, engineers, and regulatory bodies involved in underground utilities, plastic piping systems, and related technology.
This standard plays a crucial role in preventing misinterpretation and confusion by providing precise definitions, explanations, acronyms, and initialisms, which align with widespread usage in the infrastructure sector. It also highlights terms adopted from or consistent with other notable standards, promoting harmonization across the industry.
Key Topics
ASTM F3314-20 includes terminology related to:
- Definitions of Specialized Terms: Focused on underground infrastructure and plastic piping, including those unique to rehabilitation, inspection, and maintenance activities.
- Acronyms and Initialisms: Commonly used abbreviations, such as BIPP (brush-in-place pipe), SIPP (spray-in-place pipe), CCTV (closed circuit television), GIS (geographic information system), GPS (global positioning system), MH (maintenance hole), and MIC (microbial induced corrosion), are clearly defined and attributed.
- Consistent Usage: Ensures terms and abbreviations used within ASTM F36 standards are uniform, minimizing multiple meanings and potential misunderstandings.
- Reference Attribution: Where terms overlap with other committees (e.g., F17 for plastic piping), the corresponding reference is provided.
- Standardized Definitions Format: Each definition consists of a concise sentence followed by committee attribution and applicable standard references.
Applications
ASTM F3314-20 is essential for a wide range of practical applications in the underground infrastructure and technology sectors, including:
- Project Design and Specification: Enables engineers, contractors, and specifying agencies to use standardized language, ensuring all parties have the same understanding of technical requirements and deliverables.
- Product Manufacturing and Testing: Manufacturers rely on consistent definitions for quality control, product certification, testing methods, and labeling, reducing the risk of product misclassification or rejection.
- Pipeline Inspection and Rehabilitation: Terms related to inspection technologies such as CCTV, and rehabilitation methods such as BIPP and SIPP, support clear communication and best practices for maintenance and renewal of pipelines.
- Regulatory Compliance and Reporting: Government agencies, approving authorities, and owners use this terminology to create reports, enforce standards, and document compliance with industry requirements.
- Training and Documentation: Facilitates the development of technical manuals and training programs by providing a universally recognized vocabulary.
Related Standards
ASTM F3314-20 is closely associated with several other standards that define terminology and practices for relevant sectors:
- ASTM D883 – Terminology Relating to Plastics
Covers important definitions for raw materials and finished plastic products used in underground infrastructure. - ASTM F412 – Terminology Relating to Plastic Piping Systems
Offers complementary definitions, particularly for pressure piping and fittings. - Associated Committee References: Terms are cross-referenced with other ASTM committees, such as F17 for plastic pipes and D20 for plastics, ensuring broad applicability and industry alignment.
Practical Value
By standardizing the terminology used in the underground infrastructure and technology industry, ASTM F3314-20:
- Enhances communication across diverse stakeholders
- Reduces ambiguity and risk of error in project execution
- Boosts efficiency in decision-making and documentation
- Supports global trade through alignment with international WTO TBT principles
Adhering to ASTM F3314-20 is a best practice for any organization engaging in underground utility, plastic piping, or related technology activities that demand clarity, consistency, and regulatory compliance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
ASTM F3314-20 is a standard published by ASTM International. Its full title is "Standard Terminology Relating to Technology and Underground Infrastructure". This standard covers: SCOPE 1.1 This terminology is a compilation of definitions of technical terms used in the underground infrastructure and plastic piping industry. Terms that are generally understood or adequately defined in other readily available sources are not included. 1.2 When a term is used in an ASTM document for which Committee F36 is responsible, it is included only when judged, after review, by Subcommittee F36.91 to be a generally usable term. 1.3 Definitions that are identical to those published by other ASTM committees or other standards organizations are identified with the committee number (for example, F17) or with the abbreviation of the name of the organization (for example, IUPAC, International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry). 1.4 A definition is a single sentence with additional information included in discussions. 1.5 Definitions are followed by the committee responsible for the standard(s) (for example, [F36.10]) and standard numbers(s) in which they are used (for example, F2233). 1.6 Abbreviated Terminology: 1.6.1 Abbreviated terminology is intended to provide uniform contractions of terms relating to infrastructure that have evolved through widespread common usage. The compilation in this standard has been prepared to avoid the occurrence of more than one abbreviated term for a given term and to avoid multiple meanings for abbreviated terms. 1.6.2 The abbreviated terminology and descriptions in this standard are intended to be consistent with usage in the infrastructure industry and the standards under F36 jurisdiction. Other ASTM committees may assign a different word-phrase description to the same abbreviated terminology. In such cases, the abbreviated terms in this standard shall apply to usage in F36 standards, or if widespread misunderstanding could result from conflicting abbreviated terminology descriptions, the abbreviated terminology for the word-phrase shall not be used in F36 standards. 1.6.3 Acronyms and Initialisms—A word formed from the letters or parts of words of a longer word-phrase, usually from the initial letters or parts of the words. An acronym is pronounced as a word, for example, radar for radio detection and ranging. An initialism is pronounced as a series of letters, for example, DOT for Department of Transportation. 1.6.4 The acronym or initialism description is the origin word-phrase for the acronym or initialism, not a definition. 1.7 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.8 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.
SCOPE 1.1 This terminology is a compilation of definitions of technical terms used in the underground infrastructure and plastic piping industry. Terms that are generally understood or adequately defined in other readily available sources are not included. 1.2 When a term is used in an ASTM document for which Committee F36 is responsible, it is included only when judged, after review, by Subcommittee F36.91 to be a generally usable term. 1.3 Definitions that are identical to those published by other ASTM committees or other standards organizations are identified with the committee number (for example, F17) or with the abbreviation of the name of the organization (for example, IUPAC, International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry). 1.4 A definition is a single sentence with additional information included in discussions. 1.5 Definitions are followed by the committee responsible for the standard(s) (for example, [F36.10]) and standard numbers(s) in which they are used (for example, F2233). 1.6 Abbreviated Terminology: 1.6.1 Abbreviated terminology is intended to provide uniform contractions of terms relating to infrastructure that have evolved through widespread common usage. The compilation in this standard has been prepared to avoid the occurrence of more than one abbreviated term for a given term and to avoid multiple meanings for abbreviated terms. 1.6.2 The abbreviated terminology and descriptions in this standard are intended to be consistent with usage in the infrastructure industry and the standards under F36 jurisdiction. Other ASTM committees may assign a different word-phrase description to the same abbreviated terminology. In such cases, the abbreviated terms in this standard shall apply to usage in F36 standards, or if widespread misunderstanding could result from conflicting abbreviated terminology descriptions, the abbreviated terminology for the word-phrase shall not be used in F36 standards. 1.6.3 Acronyms and Initialisms—A word formed from the letters or parts of words of a longer word-phrase, usually from the initial letters or parts of the words. An acronym is pronounced as a word, for example, radar for radio detection and ranging. An initialism is pronounced as a series of letters, for example, DOT for Department of Transportation. 1.6.4 The acronym or initialism description is the origin word-phrase for the acronym or initialism, not a definition. 1.7 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.8 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.
ASTM F3314-20 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 01.040.93 - Civil engineering (Vocabularies); 93.020 - Earthworks. Excavations. Foundation construction. Underground works. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ASTM F3314-20 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ASTM D883-24, ASTM D883-23, ASTM F412-20, ASTM D883-20, ASTM D883-19c, ASTM D883-19a, ASTM D883-19, ASTM F412-19, ASTM D883-18a, ASTM D883-18, ASTM D883-17, ASTM F412-17a, ASTM F412-17, ASTM F412-16a, ASTM F412-16. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
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.
Designation: F3314 − 20
Standard Terminology Relating to
Technology and Underground Infrastructure
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F3314; 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 1.6.3 Acronyms and Initialisms—A word formed from the
letters or parts of words of a longer word-phrase, usually from
1.1 This terminology is a compilation of definitions of
the initial letters or parts of the words. An acronym is
technical terms used in the underground infrastructure and
pronounced as a word, for example, radar for radio detection
plastic piping industry. Terms that are generally understood or
and ranging. An initialism is pronounced as a series of letters,
adequately defined in other readily available sources are not
for example, DOT for Department of Transportation.
included.
1.6.4 The acronym or initialism description is the origin
1.2 When a term is used in an ASTM document for which
word-phrase for the acronym or initialism, not a definition.
Committee F36 is responsible, it is included only when judged,
1.7 This standard does not purport to address all of the
after review, by Subcommittee F36.91 to be a generally usable
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
term.
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
1.3 Definitions that are identical to those published by other
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
ASTM committees or other standards organizations are iden-
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
tified with the committee number (for example, F17) or with
1.8 This international standard was developed in accor-
the abbreviation of the name of the organization (for example,
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
IUPAC, International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry).
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
1.4 A definition is a single sentence with additional infor-
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
mation included in discussions.
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
1.5 Definitions are followed by the committee responsible
for the standard(s) (for example, [F36.10]) and standard
2. Referenced Documents
numbers(s) in which they are used (for example, F2233).
2.1 ASTM Standards:
1.6 Abbreviated Terminology:
D883 Terminology Relating to Plastics
1.6.1 Abbreviated terminology is intended to provide uni-
F412 Terminology Relating to Plastic Piping Systems
form contractions of terms relating to infrastructure that have
evolved through widespread common usage. The compilation 3. Terminology
in this standard has been prepared to avoid the occurrence of
3.1 Definitions:
more than one abbreviated term for a given term and to avoid
acceptance testing, n—testing performed on a product to
multiple meanings for abbreviated terms.
determine whether or not an individual lot of the product
1.6.2 The abbreviated terminology and descriptions in this
conforms with specified requirements. [F17] F412
standard are intended to be consistent with usage in the
aging, n—(1) the effect on materials of exposure to an
infrastructure industry and the standards under F36 jurisdic-
environment for an interval of time. (2) the process of
tion. Other ASTM committees may assign a different word-
exposing materials to an environment for an interval of time.
phrase description to the same abbreviated terminology. In
[D20] D883
such cases, the abbreviated terms in this standard shall apply to
usage in F36 standards, or if widespread misunderstanding
approving authority, n—the individual official, board,
could result from conflicting abbreviated terminology
department, or agency established and authorized by a state,
descriptions, the abbreviated terminology for the word-phrase
county, city, or other political subdivision, created by law to
shall not be used in F36 standards.
administer and enforce specified requirements. [F17] F412
This terminology is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F36 on
Technology and Underground Utilities and is the direct responsibility of Subcom- For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
mittee F36.91 on Terminology. contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
Current edition approved July 1, 2020. Published July 2020. DOI: 10.1520/ Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
F3314-20. the ASTM website.
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F3314 − 20
DISCUSSION—For example, the reaction of an alumino-silicate pow-
blockage assessment, n—an evaluation of the aggregate ob-
der with an alkaline activator results in an amorphous polymeric
structionsfoundwithinapipesegmentbetweentwoadjacent
material with a three-dimensional network of aluminate and silicate
access points.
tetrahedral and charge balancing alkali cations.
brush-in-place pipe, (BIPP), n—mechanical application of a
global position system, (GPS), n—a space-based navigation
lining to the inside surface of a pipeline producing a coating
system that provides location and time information any-
or interior liner inside the existing pipeline.
where on or near the earth where there is an unobstructed
chemical resistance, n—the ability to resist chemical attack. line of sight to four or more satellites.
[F17] F412
gravity flow, n—liquefied medium conveyance that is induced
DISCUSSION—The attack is dependent on the method of test, and its
by a positive elevation head such as a downward pipeline
severity is measured by determining the changes in physical properties.
Time, temperature, stress, and reagent may all be factors that affect the slope or a higher elevation reservoir. [F17] F412
chemical resistance of a material.
gravity flow, non-pressure, n—gravity flow of liquefied me-
chimney lining, n—a method to rehabilitate the adjustable
dium in a piping system that is not pressure-rated and where
portion of the manhole with an applied liner.
flow is regularly less than full (open channel flow) except
during conditions when the system may become temporarily
cleanout, n—an opening or drain leading into a plumbing
surcharged in which case, the system is subject to temporary
system to provide access for cleaning.
internal hydrostatic pressure that is generally limited to
closed circuit television, (CCTV), n—a pipeline inspection
piping system joint capabilities. [F17] F412
system including a television camera, camera transporter,
gravity flow, pressure, n—gravity flow of liquefied medium in
integrated lighting, central control system, video monitor,
a pressure-rated piping system where flow regularly fills the
and recording device.
piping system (closed channel flow) and subjects the piping
coordinated universal time, (UTC), n—the primary interna-
system to internal hydrostatic pressure that is within the
tional time standard for regulating clocks and time.
capabilities of pressure-rated piping system components and
joints. [F17
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