ASTM F1071-94(2023)

Standard Specification for Expanded-Metal Bulkhead Panels

ABSTRACT
This specification covers steel expanded-metal bulkhead panels suitable for use in storerooms, shops, and as protection against personnel hazards. Bulkhead panels are furnished in three types as follows: type I - universal bulkhead panels for use as both a right-hand or left-hand panel, type II - right-hand bulkhead panel, and type III - left-hand bulkhead panel. Bulkhead panels are furnished in two classes as follows: class A - bulkhead panels, 2 ft; and class B - bulkhead panels, 3 ft. Expanded-metal panels shall be free from all cracks, burrs, sharp edges, and other defects. The panel manufacturer shall apply a nonhazardous corrosion-inhibiting primer coating to all panel assemblies.
SCOPE
1.1 This specification covers steel expanded-metal bulkhead panels suitable for use in storerooms, shops, and as protection against personnel hazards.  
1.2 The 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.  
1.3 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-2023
• ICS: 47.020.10 - Hulls and their structure elements
• Technical Committee: F25 - Ships and Marine Technology
• Drafting Committee: F25.03 - Outfitting and Deck Machinery

Relations

• Refers: ASTM D3951-18(2023) - Standard Practice for Commercial Packaging
• Effective Date: 01-Oct-2023
• Refers: ASTM D3951-18 - Standard Practice for Commercial Packaging
• Effective Date: 01-May-2018
• Refers: ASTM D3951-15 - Standard Practice for Commercial Packaging
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2015
• Refers: ASTM A36/A36M-12 - Standard Specification for Carbon Structural Steel
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2012
• Refers: ASTM D3951-10 - Standard Practice for Commercial Packaging
• Effective Date: 15-Aug-2010
• Refers: ASTM A36/A36M-08 - Standard Specification for Carbon Structural Steel
• Effective Date: 15-May-2008
• Refers: ASTM A36/A36M-05 - Standard Specification for Carbon Structural Steel
• Effective Date: 01-Mar-2005
• Refers: ASTM A36/A36M-04 - Standard Specification for Carbon Structural Steel
• Effective Date: 01-Apr-2004
• Refers: ASTM A36/A36M-03a - Standard Specification for Carbon Structural Steel
• Effective Date: 10-May-2003
• Refers: ASTM A36/A36M-03 - Standard Specification for Carbon Structural Steel
• Effective Date: 10-Apr-2003
• Refers: ASTM A36/A36M-02 - Standard Specification for Carbon Structural Steel
• Effective Date: 10-Dec-2002
• Refers: ASTM A36/A36M-00a - Standard Specification for Carbon Structural Steel
• Effective Date: 10-Sep-2001
• Refers: ASTM A36/A36M-01 - Standard Specification for Carbon Structural Steel
• Effective Date: 10-Sep-2001
• Refers: ASTM D3951-98 - Standard Practice for Commercial Packaging
• Effective Date: 10-Nov-1998
• Refers: ASTM D3951-98(2004) - Standard Practice for Commercial Packaging
• Effective Date: 10-Nov-1998

Overview

ASTM F1071-94(2023): Standard Specification for Expanded-Metal Bulkhead Panels is an internationally recognized standard developed by ASTM International. This specification details requirements for steel expanded-metal bulkhead panels commonly used in storerooms, industrial shops, and as protective barriers against personnel hazards. The standard sets forth classifications, material properties, manufacturing practices, quality criteria, and packaging expectations to ensure performance and safety in a range of industrial environments.

Key Topics

• Types and Classes:

  • Type I: Universal bulkhead panels (usable as both right-hand or left-hand panels)
  • Type II: Right-hand bulkhead panels
  • Type III: Left-hand bulkhead panels

• Panel Classes and Sizes:

  • Class A: 2 ft (610 mm) bulkhead panels
  • Class B: 3 ft (915 mm) bulkhead panels
  • Panels are further classified by height, including sizes of 76 in. (195 cm), 64 in. (165 cm), and 40 in. (100 cm)

• Material and Fabrication:

  • Steel components complying with ASTM A36/A36M for structural integrity
  • All welding performed per recognized codes such as AWS D1.1 or ABS steel vessel rules
  • Strict tolerances and free from cracks, burrs, and sharp edges

• Corrosion Protection:

  • Panels receive a nonhazardous corrosion-inhibiting primer coating to ensure durability during service

• Packaging and Marking:

  • Each expanded-metal bulkhead panel shall be individually packaged according to ASTM D3951 practices for commercial packaging
  • Markings must meet contract requirements and ASTM D3951 specifications

Applications

Expanded-metal bulkhead panels specified by ASTM F1071-94(2023) provide robust and practical solutions for:

• Storerooms and Inventory Spaces:
  Control access, partition storage areas, and improve organization
• Shops and Workshops:
  Enhance safety by segregating hazardous machinery or materials from personnel movement zones
• Personnel Protection:
  Serve as physical barriers to prevent accidental access to hazardous areas or equipment
• Industrial Facilities and Marine Environments:
  Used as modular partitions or protective barriers, especially where quick installation and high durability are required
• Compliance and Safety Assurance:
  Meet occupational health and safety requirements for barriers and enclosures in a variety of industrial and maritime applications

Related Standards

Several international and national standards intersect with ASTM F1071-94(2023), providing a comprehensive framework for material, fabrication, and packaging:

• ASTM A36/A36M: Specification for Carbon Structural Steel
• AWS D1.1: Structural Welding Code for Steel
• ABS Rules: Rules for Building and Classing Steel Vessels (American Bureau of Shipping)
• ASTM D3951: Practice for Commercial Packaging

Using ASTM F1071-94(2023) ensures expanded-metal bulkhead panels are manufactured and installed to consistent benchmarks for quality, safety, and reliability. This standard is critical for facility managers, safety officers, procurement specialists, and contractors seeking to maintain compliance and improve safety in storerooms, workshops, and industrial environments.

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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: F1071 − 94 (Reapproved 2023) An American National Standard
Standard Specification for
Expanded-Metal Bulkhead Panels
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F1071; 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 3.2.1 Class A—Bulkhead panels, 2 ft (610 cm).
3.2.2 Class B—Bulkhead panels, 3 ft (915 cm).
1.1 This specification covers steel expanded-metal bulkhead
panels suitable for use in storerooms, shops, and as protection
3.3 Bulkhead panels Types II and III, Class A only, are
against personnel hazards.
furnished in three sizes as follows.
3.3.1 Size 1—76 in. (195 cm) high.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical 3.3.2 Size 2—64 in. (165 cm) high.
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only 3.3.3 Size 3—40 in. (100 cm) high.
and are not considered standard.
4. Ordering Information
1.3 This international standard was developed in accor-
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
4.1 Orders for expanded-metal panels under this specifica-
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
tion shall include this specification number, type, class, and
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
size.
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
5. Materials and Manufacture
5.1 Materials—See Table 1.
2. Referenced Documents
5.2 Manufacture:
2.1 ASTM Standards:
A36/A36M Specification for Carbon Structural Steel 5.2.1 Welding shall be in accordance with AWS D1.1 or the
ABS Rules for Building and Classing Steel Vessels.
D3951 Practice for Commercial Packaging
2.2 Other Documents: 5.2.2 Panels shall be welded and fabricated as shown in
Figs. 1-6.
ABS Rules for Building and Classing Steel Vessels
AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code 5.2.3 After panels have been shipped to the contractor, the
panels will be assembled into bulkheads by welding or bolting
3. Classification
by others.
3.1 Bulkhead panels are furnished in three types as follows.
6. Tolerances
3.1.1 Type I—Universal bulkhead panels for use as either a
right-hand or left-hand panel.
6.1 Tolerances—6 ⁄16 in. (1.5 mm).
3.1.2 Type II—Right-hand bulkhead panel.
3.1.3 Type III—Left-hand bulkhead panel.
7. Workmanship, Finish, and Appearance
3.2 Bulkhead panels are furnished in two classes as follows.
7.1 Expanded-metal panels shall be free from all cracks,
burrs, sharp edges, and other defects.
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F25 on Ships
7.2 The panel manufacturer shall apply a nonhazardous
and Marine Technology and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F25.03 on
corrosion-inhibiting primer coating to all panel assemblies.
Outfitting and Deck Machinery.
Current edition approved July 1, 2023. Published July 2023. Originally approved
in 1987. Last previous edition approved in 2018 as F1071 – 94 (2018). DOI:
8. Packaging and Package Marking
10.1520/F1071-94R23.
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
8.1 Expanded-metal bu
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