ASTM D6455-11(2018)
(Guide)Standard Guide for the Selection of Test Methods for Prefabricated Bituminous Geomembranes (PBGMs)
Standard Guide for the Selection of Test Methods for Prefabricated Bituminous Geomembranes (PBGMs)
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
4.1 To properly evaluate PBGMs, tests must be performed according to specific test methods and procedures. Failure to follow this practice can result in data not representative of the material's characteristics and performance.
SCOPE
1.1 This guide provides recommendations for the selection of appropriate test methods for prefabricated bituminous sheet used in geomembrane applications to provide consistency in data reporting.
1.2 This guide includes test methods for all types of prefabricated bituminous geomembranes (PBGMs).
1.3 This guide is intended to aid all personnel involved in the selection, manufacture, or evaluation of prefabricated bituminous geomembranes. Field-related evaluation of PBGMs, including but not limited to seam testing, is beyond the scope of this guide.
1.4 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.
1.5 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
- 31-Jan-2018
- Technical Committee
- D35 - Geosynthetics
- Drafting Committee
- D35.10 - Geomembranes
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Feb-2018
- Effective Date
- 01-Mar-2024
- Effective Date
- 01-Feb-2024
- Effective Date
- 15-Nov-2023
- Effective Date
- 01-Nov-2023
- Effective Date
- 01-Nov-2023
- Effective Date
- 01-Sep-2023
- Effective Date
- 01-Jun-2020
- Effective Date
- 01-May-2020
- Effective Date
- 01-May-2020
- Effective Date
- 01-May-2020
- Effective Date
- 01-Apr-2020
- Effective Date
- 01-Jul-2019
- Effective Date
- 01-Jul-2019
- Refers
ASTM D5199-12(2019) - Standard Test Method for Measuring the Nominal Thickness of Geosynthetics - Effective Date
- 15-Jun-2019
Overview
ASTM D6455-11(2018), Standard Guide for the Selection of Test Methods for Prefabricated Bituminous Geomembranes (PBGMs), is a comprehensive guide developed by ASTM International for selecting suitable test methods to evaluate prefabricated bituminous geomembranes. PBGMs are used extensively in civil engineering and environmental protection as impermeable barriers in containment, roofing, and water management systems. This standard ensures consistency and reliability in data reporting, supporting stakeholders such as manufacturers, quality assurance teams, and specifiers by identifying appropriate laboratory test methods for characterizing PBGM materials.
Following this guide is critical for achieving accurate assessment of product characteristics, ensuring that the performance data reflect the true properties of the material. The guide specifically targets laboratory test methods and does not cover field evaluation or seam testing of PBGMs.
Key Topics
- Selection of Test Methods: The standard provides a structured approach to choosing proper ASTM test methods for evaluating different aspects of PBGMs, including mechanical, physical, and chemical properties.
- Data Consistency: Consistent application of specified procedures ensures that data is comparable and reliable across different laboratories and projects.
- Scope of Applicability: Covers all types of prefabricated bituminous geomembranes, regardless of composition or intended application, for laboratory assessment.
- User Guidance: Intended for all personnel involved in the selection, manufacturing, specification, or laboratory evaluation of PBGMs.
- Limitations: The guide does not address field testing, particularly seam evaluation or onsite performance.
- Safety Considerations: Users must determine applicable safety, health, or environmental requirements before conducting any tests, as the standard does not address these aspects directly.
Applications
ASTM D6455-11(2018) is highly relevant in the geosynthetics industry, particularly where PBGMs serve as critical components for impermeable barriers. Typical use cases include:
- Quality Assurance and Control: Manufacturers and laboratories use the guide to select appropriate standardized test methods, such as measuring thickness, mass per unit area, tensile properties, puncture resistance, chemical resistance, and other performance metrics.
- Specification Development: Enables specifiers and engineers to define consistent criteria when procuring PBGMs for projects in environmental containment, landfill liners, roofing membranes, and water barriers.
- Comparative Assessment: Allows for the objective comparison of PBGMs from various sources by ensuring unified testing protocols.
- Product Development: R&D professionals utilize the guide to benchmark new products against industry standards using recommended test methodologies.
Key properties evaluated with referenced ASTM test methods include:
- Thickness, specific gravity, mass per unit area
- Tensile, tear, and puncture resistance
- Chemical resistance and hydrostatic performance
- UV, thermal, and biodegradation resistance
Related Standards
Professionals implementing ASTM D6455-11(2018) may reference related ASTM standards, such as:
- ASTM D5199: Measuring the nominal thickness of geosynthetics
- ASTM D5261: Mass per unit area of geotextiles
- ASTM D4833/D4833M: Index puncture resistance
- ASTM D4885: Wide strip tensile method for geomembranes
- ASTM D5147/D5147M: Sampling and testing modified bituminous sheets
- ASTM D4355/D4355M: Deterioration by exposure to light, moisture, and heat
- ASTM D792: Density and specific gravity of plastics
- ASTM D4439 & D1079: Terminology for geosynthetics and bituminous materials
For further information and up-to-date methods, consult the full text of the referenced ASTM standards at www.astm.org.
Keywords: prefabricated bituminous geomembrane, ASTM D6455, PBGM, geosynthetics, test methods, bitumen, laboratory testing, impermeable barrier, geomembrane performance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
ASTM D6455-11(2018) is a guide published by ASTM International. Its full title is "Standard Guide for the Selection of Test Methods for Prefabricated Bituminous Geomembranes (PBGMs)". This standard covers: SIGNIFICANCE AND USE 4.1 To properly evaluate PBGMs, tests must be performed according to specific test methods and procedures. Failure to follow this practice can result in data not representative of the material's characteristics and performance. SCOPE 1.1 This guide provides recommendations for the selection of appropriate test methods for prefabricated bituminous sheet used in geomembrane applications to provide consistency in data reporting. 1.2 This guide includes test methods for all types of prefabricated bituminous geomembranes (PBGMs). 1.3 This guide is intended to aid all personnel involved in the selection, manufacture, or evaluation of prefabricated bituminous geomembranes. Field-related evaluation of PBGMs, including but not limited to seam testing, is beyond the scope of this guide. 1.4 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. 1.5 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.
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE 4.1 To properly evaluate PBGMs, tests must be performed according to specific test methods and procedures. Failure to follow this practice can result in data not representative of the material's characteristics and performance. SCOPE 1.1 This guide provides recommendations for the selection of appropriate test methods for prefabricated bituminous sheet used in geomembrane applications to provide consistency in data reporting. 1.2 This guide includes test methods for all types of prefabricated bituminous geomembranes (PBGMs). 1.3 This guide is intended to aid all personnel involved in the selection, manufacture, or evaluation of prefabricated bituminous geomembranes. Field-related evaluation of PBGMs, including but not limited to seam testing, is beyond the scope of this guide. 1.4 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. 1.5 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 D6455-11(2018) is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.100.50 - Binders. Sealing materials. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ASTM D6455-11(2018) has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ASTM D6455-11, ASTM E96/E96M-24, ASTM D4439-24, ASTM E96/E96M-23, ASTM D5617-23, ASTM D5884/D5884M-23, ASTM D5322-23, ASTM D4833/D4833M-07(2020), ASTM D4354-12(2020), ASTM D1079-20, ASTM D36/D36M-14(2020), ASTM D1204-14(2020), ASTM E154/E154M-08a(2019), ASTM D5321/D5321M-19, ASTM D5199-12(2019). 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: D6455 − 11 (Reapproved 2018)
Standard Guide for the
Selection of Test Methods for Prefabricated Bituminous
Geomembranes (PBGMs)
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D6455; 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 D573 Test Method for Rubber—Deterioration in an Air
Oven
1.1 This guide provides recommendations for the selection
D696 Test Method for Coefficient of LinearThermal Expan-
of appropriate test methods for prefabricated bituminous sheet
sion of Plastics Between –30°C and 30°C with a Vitreous
used in geomembrane applications to provide consistency in
Silica Dilatometer
data reporting.
D746 Test Method for Brittleness Temperature of Plastics
1.2 This guide includes test methods for all types of
and Elastomers by Impact
prefabricated bituminous geomembranes (PBGMs).
D751 Test Methods for Coated Fabrics
1.3 This guide is intended to aid all personnel involved in
D792 Test Methods for Density and Specific Gravity (Rela-
the selection, manufacture, or evaluation of prefabricated
tive Density) of Plastics by Displacement
bituminous geomembranes. Field-related evaluation of
D1079 Terminology Relating to Roofing and Waterproofing
PBGMs, including but not limited to seam testing, is beyond
D1204 Test Method for Linear Dimensional Changes of
the scope of this guide.
Nonrigid Thermoplastic Sheeting or Film at Elevated
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the Temperature
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
D1434 TestMethodforDeterminingGasPermeabilityChar-
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
acteristics of Plastic Film and Sheeting
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
D3776/D3776M Test Methods for Mass Per Unit Area
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
(Weight) of Fabric
1.5 This international standard was developed in accor-
D4354 Practice for Sampling of Geosynthetics and Rolled
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
Erosion Control Products (RECPs) for Testing
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
D4355/D4355M Test Method for Deterioration of Geotex-
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
tiles by Exposure to Light, Moisture and Heat in a Xenon
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
Arc Type Apparatus
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
D4439 Terminology for Geosynthetics
D4595 Test Method for Tensile Properties of Geotextiles by
2. Referenced Documents
the Wide-Width Strip Method
2.1 ASTM Standards:
D4833/D4833M Test Method for Index Puncture Resistance
D36/D36M Test Method for Softening Point of Bitumen
of Geomembranes and Related Products
(Ring-and-Ball Apparatus)
D4873/D4873M Guide for Identification, Storage, and Han-
D471 Test Method for Rubber Property—Effect of Liquids
dling of Geosynthetic Rolls and Samples
D4885 Test Method for Determining Performance Strength
This guide is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee D35 on Geosynthetics
of Geomembranes by the Wide Strip Tensile Method
and is the direct responsibility of D35.10 on Geomembranes.
D5147/D5147M Test Methods for Sampling and Testing
Current edition approved Feb. 1, 2018. Published February 2018. Originally
Modified Bituminous Sheet Material
approved in 1999. Last previous edition approved in 2011 as D6455 – 11. DOI:
10.1520/D6455-11R18. D5199 Test Method for Measuring the Nominal Thickness
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
of Geosynthetics
contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
D5261 Test Method for Measuring Mass per Unit Area of
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
Geotextiles
the ASTM website.
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D6455 − 11 (2018)
D5262 Test Method for Evaluating the Unconfined Tension 5.1.1 Table 1—PBGM basic properties.
Creep and Creep Rupture Behavior of Geosynthetics
TABLE 1 PBGM Basic Properties
D5321/D5321M Test Method for Determining the Shear
Strength of Soil-Geosynthetic and Geosynthetic- Property Test Method
Geosynthetic Interfaces by Direct Shear
Terminology D4439 and D1079
Identification and Handling D
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