ASTM F2128-13(2021)

Standard Test Method for Treestand Repetitive Loading Capability

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
5.1 This test method is intended for quality assurance and production control purposes with recognition that individual usage will vary considerably. This test method is not intended to be an independent material or product-acceptance test.
SCOPE
1.1 This test method covers the procedures for determining the capability of climbing and ladder treestands and tripods to withstand repeated loading relative to the manufacturer's rated capacity.  
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 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.  
1.4 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: Historical
• Publication Date: 30-Nov-2021
• ICS: 97.220.40 - Outdoor and water sports equipment
• Technical Committee: F08 - Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities
• Drafting Committee: F08.18 - Treestands

Standards Content (Sample)

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Designation: F2128 − 13 (Reapproved 2021) An American National Standard
Standard Test Method for
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Treestand Repetitive Loading Capability
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2128; 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 backbar or V-bar—the adjustable component of a
climbing treestand or handclimber that engages the tree to
1.1 This test method covers the procedures for determining
provide support. The backbar may be rigid or flexible.
the capability of climbing and ladder treestands and tripods to
3.2.2 climbing treestand—a treestand that provides both the
withstand repeated loading relative to the manufacturer’s rated
means to ascend the tree, and allow the user to remain at a
capacity.
desired elevation.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
3.2.3 handclimber, or climbing aid—a device to assist
as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
climbing with a climbing treestand.Astructure that allows the
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only
user to support his weight when lifting a climbing treestand
and are not considered standard.
with his legs.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the
3.2.4 ladder treestand—atreestandthatissecuredtothetree
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
at the elevation where the platform is located. (The ladder
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
treestand can be secured to the tree at other locations and has
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
steps that are used to reach the platform or hunting position.)
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.4 This international standard was developed in accor-
3.2.5 non-climbing, fixed position or hang-on treestand—a
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
treestand that is secured to the tree at the elevation where it is
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
used. (The user usually ascends the tree by some means and
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
then lifts the treestand to the desired position and secures it for
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
use.)
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
3.2.6 platform—the horizontal structural area of a treestand
on which the user stands or places his feet, or both.
2. Referenced Documents
3.2.7 treestand—a device designed to be affixed to a tree or
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
its branches so as to permit an individual to sit or stand thereon
F2124 Practice for Testing Treestand Ladder, Tripod Stand
for the purpose of attaining an elevated position from which to
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and Climbing Stick Load Capacity (Withdrawn 2017)
observe, photograph or hunt.
3.2.8 two person treestand—a ladder or hang-on treestand
3. Terminology
designed and marketed for use by two persons simultaneously.
3.1 The terminology and definitions in the referenced docu-
ments are applicable to this practice.
4. Summary of Test Method
3.2 Definitions:
4.1 A treestand is mounted so that its platform is perpen-
dicular to a rigid wood or metal pole when the rate load
capacity is applied parallel to the mounting pole. The load is
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This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports
applied vertically and is guided so that it is applied at the
Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities and is the direct responsibility of
locations applied when ascending or descending a tree on the
Subcommittee F08.18 on Treestands.
treestand. In the case of a ladder treestand or tripod, the load is
Current edition approved Dec. 1, 2021. Published December 2021. Originally
approved in 2001. Last previous edition approved in 2013 as F2128 – 13. DOI:
applied to the rungs of the ladder or tripod. The test subject is
10.1520/F2128-13R21.
noted after a certain number of loading cycles, by means of a
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thorough visual inspection, to determine if any structural
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damage such as yielding or cracking, or both, has occurred.
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4.2 Stand up-sit down two-piece climbers—both seat and
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Designation: F2128 − 13 F2128 − 13 (Reapproved 2021) An American National Standard
Standard Test Method for
1
Treestand Repetitive Loading Capability
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2128; 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 the procedures for determining the capability of climbing and ladder treestands and tripods to
withstand repeated loading relative to the manufacturer’s rated capacity.
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 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 safety, health, and healthenvironmental practices and determine the
applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.4 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.
2. Referenced Documents
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
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F2124 Practice for Testing Treestand Ladder, Tripod Stand and Climbing Stick Load Capacity (Withdrawn 2017)
3. Terminology
3.1 The terminology and definitions in the referenced documents are applicable to this practice.
3.2 Definitions:
3.2.1 backbar or V-bar—the adjustable component of a climbing treestand or handclimber that engages the tree to provide support.
The backbar may be rigid or flexible.
3.2.2 climbing treestand—a treestand that provides both the means to ascend the tree, and allow the user to remain at a desired
elevation.
3.2.3 handclimber, or climbing aid—a device to assist climbing with a climbing treestand. A structure that allows the user to
support his weight when lifting a climbing treestand with his legs.
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This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee
F08.18 on Treestands.
Current edition approved May 1, 2013Dec. 1, 2021. Published May 2013December 2021. Originally approved in 2001. Last previous edition approved in 20092013 as
F2128 – 09.F2128 – 13. DOI: 10.1520/F2128-13.10.1520/F2128-13R21.
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3.2.4 ladder treestand—a treestand that is secured to the tree at the elevation where the platform is located. (The ladder treestand
can be secured to the tree at other locations and has steps that are used to reach the platform or hunting position.)
3.2.5 non-climbing, fixed position or hang-on treestand—a treestand that is secured to the tree at the elevation where it is used.
(The user usually ascends the tree by some means and then lifts the treestand to the desired position and secures it for use.)
3.2.6 platform—the horizontal structural area of a treestand on which the user stands or places his feet, or both.
3.2.7 treestand—a device designed to be affixed to a tree or its branches so as to permit an individual to sit or stand thereon for
the purpose of attaining an elevated position from which to observe, photograph or hunt.
3.2.8 two person treestand—a ladder or hang-on treestand designed and marketed for use by two persons simultaneously.
4. Summary of Test Method
4.1 A treestand is mounted so that its platform is perpendicular to a rigid wood or metal pole when the rate load capacity is applied
parallel to the mounting pole. The load is applied vertically and is guided so that it is applied at the locations applied when
ascending
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