ASTM D5167-13(2018)

Standard Practice for Melting of Hot-Applied Joint and Crack Sealant and Filler for Evaluation

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
4.1 It is intended that this practice be used by manufacturers, users, and testing agencies. The use of this practice establishes a uniform procedure for the melting or heating of hot-applied sealants and fillers. It is not intended to establish test procedures or conditions of test which are associated with each of the joint sealants and fillers.
SCOPE
1.1 This practice establishes the procedure for melting or heating, or both, of hot-applied joint and crack sealants and fillers in preparation for the making of test specimens used in the laboratory evaluations of the sealants and fillers. Refer to the specific standard material specification for sampling requirements, test sample quantity, temperatures and times for melting and heating, and the number of specimens required for testing.  
1.2 This practice is applicable to the hot-applied joint and crack sealants and fillers used in both portland cement and asphaltic-concrete pavements.  
1.3 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other. Combining values from the two systems may result in nonconformance with the standard.  
1.4 Warning—Mercury has been designated by the EPA and many state agencies as a hazardous material that can cause central nervous system, kidney, and liver damage. Mercury, or its vapor, may be hazardous to health and corrosive to materials. Caution should be taken when handling mercury and mercury-containing products. See the applicable product Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for details and EPA’s website—http://www.epa.gov/mercury/faq.htm—for additional information. Users should be aware that selling mercury and/or mercury-containing products into your state may be prohibited by state law.  
1.5 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. For specific precautions, see Section 7.  
1.6 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-Sep-2018
• ICS: 91.100.50 - Binders. Sealing materials
• Technical Committee: D04 - Road and Paving Materials
• Drafting Committee: D04.33 - Formed In-Place Sealants for Joints and Cracks in Pavements

Relations

• Replaces: ASTM D5167-13 - Standard Practice for Melting of Hot-Applied Joint and Crack Sealant and Filler for Evaluation
• Effective Date: 01-Oct-2018
• Refers: ASTM E171/E171M-11(2020) - Standard Practice for Conditioning and Testing Flexible Barrier Packaging
• Effective Date: 01-May-2020
• Refers: ASTM E171/E171M-11(2015) - Standard Practice for Conditioning and Testing Flexible Barrier Packaging
• Effective Date: 01-Oct-2015
• Refers: ASTM E220-13 - Standard Test Method for Calibration of Thermocouples By Comparison Techniques
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2013
• Refers: ASTM E1-13 - Standard Specification for ASTM Liquid-in-Glass Thermometers
• Effective Date: 01-May-2013
• Refers: ASTM E171/E171M-11 - Standard Practice for Conditioning and Testing Flexible Barrier Packaging
• Effective Date: 15-Nov-2011
• Refers: ASTM E220-07a - Standard Test Method for Calibration of Thermocouples By Comparison Techniques
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2007
• Refers: ASTM E1-07 - Standard Specification for ASTM Liquid-in-Glass Thermometers
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2007
• Refers: ASTM E220-07 - Standard Test Method for Calibration of Thermocouples By Comparison Techniques
• Effective Date: 01-May-2007
• Refers: ASTM E220-07e1 - Standard Test Method for Calibration of Thermocouples By Comparison Techniques
• Effective Date: 01-May-2007
• Refers: ASTM E1-05 - Standard Specification for ASTM Liquid-in-Glass Thermometers
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2005
• Refers: ASTM D5535-98(2003) - Standard Terminology Relating to Formed-in-Place Sealants for Joints and Cracks in Pavements (Withdrawn 2009)
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2003
• Refers: ASTM E1-03a - Standard Specification for ASTM Liquid-in-Glass Thermometers
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2003
• Refers: ASTM E1-03 - Standard Specification for ASTM Thermometers
• Effective Date: 10-May-2003
• Refers: ASTM E220-02 - Standard Test Method for Calibration of Thermocouples By Comparison Techniques
• Effective Date: 10-May-2002

Overview

ASTM D5167-13(2018) - “Standard Practice for Melting of Hot-Applied Joint and Crack Sealant and Filler for Evaluation” - is an internationally recognized standard developed by ASTM for manufacturers, users, and testing agencies. This practice establishes a uniform laboratory procedure for the melting or heating of hot-applied joint and crack sealants and fillers. The main objective is to ensure consistent preparation of test specimens for evaluating hot-applied sealant and filler performance, primarily for pavements made from portland cement or asphaltic concrete.

Key Topics

• Uniform Melting Procedures: The standard specifies the requirements for heating and melting of hot-applied joint and crack sealants and fillers prior to laboratory testing. It is not designed to provide broader test procedures, but rather focuses specifically on creating consistent sample preparation methods.
• Applicable Materials: Suitable for joint and crack sealants and fillers designed for use in both portland cement concrete and asphaltic concrete pavements.
• Laboratory Equipment: Recommends the use of oil-jacketed laboratory melters with mechanical agitation and thermostatic controls to ensure accurate temperature regulation.
• Temperature and Safety Considerations: Emphasizes adherence to manufacturer-recommended temperatures, the use of accurate thermometric devices, and handling precautions, particularly regarding hazardous materials such as mercury.
• Sample Preparation and Handling: Details the preparation and addition of solid and liquid samples, temperature monitoring, and the necessity of keeping samples homogeneous and representative for subsequent evaluations.
• Safety and Environmental Practices: Highlights the importance of acquiring safety data sheets and ensuring compliance with all relevant safety, health, and environmental regulations prior to use.

Applications

ASTM D5167 is valuable for a range of stakeholders involved in pavement maintenance, research, and quality assurance, including:

• Sealant and Filler Manufacturers: Ensures uniform sample preparation for quality control and R&D, supporting consistency in product evaluation and comparison.
• Testing Laboratories: Provides standardized procedures for preparing samples before conducting laboratory tests, enhancing the reliability and repeatability of test results.
• Quality Assessment in Pavement Management: Assists agencies in evaluating the suitability and performance characteristics of sealants and fillers under controlled conditions.
• Research and Development: Facilitates the effective comparison of new materials with existing industry standards through standardized sample preparation methods.

The standard is particularly relevant for projects requiring the evaluation of materials intended for concrete or asphaltic pavement repair, ensuring compatibility and compliance with broader industry and regulatory requirements.

Related Standards

• ASTM D5535: Terminology relating to formed-in-place sealants for joints and cracks in pavements.
• ASTM E1: Specification for ASTM liquid-in-glass thermometers, relevant for temperature measurement.
• ASTM E220: Test method for calibration of thermocouples by comparison techniques.
• ASTM E171/E171M: Practice for conditioning and testing flexible barrier packaging (includes standard laboratory atmospheric conditions).

Conclusion

Adopting ASTM D5167-13(2018) as a standard melting procedure for hot-applied joint and crack sealant and filler materials helps ensure uniformity, safety, and compliance in laboratory evaluations. By following this practice, manufacturers, agencies, and testing facilities can produce reliable test specimens, supporting effective decision-making in the selection and use of pavement repair products. This standard, built on internationally recognized principles, is a key resource for maintaining quality and consistency in the pavement maintenance industry.

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: D5167 − 13 (Reapproved 2018)
Standard Practice for
Melting of Hot-Applied Joint and Crack Sealant and Filler for
Evaluation
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D5167; 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 This international standard was developed in accor-
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
1.1 This practice establishes the procedure for melting or
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
heating, or both, of hot-applied joint and crack sealants and
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
fillers in preparation for the making of test specimens used in
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
the laboratory evaluations of the sealants and fillers. Refer to
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
the specific standard material specification for sampling
requirements, test sample quantity, temperatures and times for
2. Referenced Documents
melting and heating, and the number of specimens required for
2.1 ASTM Standards:
testing.
D5535 Terminology Relating to Formed-in-Place Sealants
1.2 This practice is applicable to the hot-applied joint and
for Joints and Cracks in Pavements (Withdrawn 2009)
crack sealants and fillers used in both portland cement and
E1 Specification for ASTM Liquid-in-Glass Thermometers
asphaltic-concrete pavements.
E220 Test Method for Calibration of Thermocouples By
1.3 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units Comparison Techniques
are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in
E171/E171M Practice for Conditioning and Testing Flexible
each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each Barrier Packaging
system shall be used independently of the other. Combining
3. Terminology
values from the two systems may result in nonconformance
with the standard.
3.1 Definitions—Refer to Terminology D5535 for defini-
tions of the following terms used in this practice: maximum
1.4 Warning—Mercury has been designated by the EPA
heating temperature, minimum application temperature.
and many state agencies as a hazardous material that can cause
central nervous system, kidney, and liver damage. Mercury, or
4. Significance and Use
its vapor, may be hazardous to health and corrosive to
materials. Caution should be taken when handling mercury and 4.1 It is intended that this practice be used by
manufacturers, users, and testing agencies. The use of this
mercury-containing products. See the applicable product Ma-
terial Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for details and EPA’s practice establishes a uniform procedure for the melting or
heating of hot-applied sealants and fillers. It is not intended to
website—http://www.epa.gov/mercury/faq.htm—for addi-
tional information. Users should be aware that selling mercury establish test procedures or conditions of test which are
associated with each of the joint sealants and fillers.
and/or mercury-containing products into your state may be
prohibited by state law.
5. Standard Conditions
1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the
5.1 The laboratory atmospheric conditions, hereinafter re-
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
ferred to as standard conditions, shall be as detailed in Practice
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
E171/E171M,23 6 2 °C (73.4 6 3.6 °F) and 50 % relative
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
humidity 610 %. The material shall be conditioned for 24 h at
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
standard conditions before melting or heating.
For specific precautions, see Section 7.
1 2
This practice is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D04 on Road and For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
Paving Materials and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D04.33 on contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM
Formed In-Place Sealants for Joints and Cracks in Pavements. Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
Current edition approved Oct. 1, 2018. Published October 2018. Originally the ASTM website.
approved in 1991. Last previous edition approved in 2013 as D5167 – 13. DOI: The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on
10.1520/D5167-13R18. www.astm.org.
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D5167 − 13 (2018)
6. Apparatus withinatoleranceof 63°C(65 °F)andcapableofheatingthe
oil to a maximum of 288 °C (550 °F).
6.1 Laboratory Melter:
6.1.4 Themechanicalagitatorspeedforthematerialshallbe
6.1.1 The equipment for melting of the joint sealant or filler
30 6 5 rpm when fully loaded, and the agitator speed for the
shall be an oil jacketed melter equipped with a mechanical
oil bath shall be such to allow continuous circulation of the oil.
agitator for the oil bath and material in the melting vat.
6.1.5 Except when adding the sealant or filler sample, or
6.1.2 The heat transfer oil shall be a high-flash-point oil,
checking temperature, the melter’s pots shall be covered with
that is, in excess of 315 °C (600 °F).
close-fitting lids.
6.1.3 The heat source shall be thermostatically controlled
and capable of maintaining the heat transfer oil temperature 6.1.6 RefertoFigs.1and2(bottomdischargetype)andFig.
FIG. 1 Detailed Drawing of Joint Sealant Laboratory Melting Unit
D5167 − 13 (2018)
FIG. 2 Detailed Drawing of Joint Sealant Laboratory Melting Unit
3 (removable can type) for typical laboratory melters.Also see 7.2 Maximum Heating Temperature—It is imperative that
Note 1. themanufacturer’smaximumheatingtemperaturesbeobtained
6.1.7 The thermometric device shall be a Type K thermo- for the material to be evaluated. The temperature of the
couple with resolution of 1 °C and the calibration verified in material must not exceed the maximum heating temperature.
accordance with Test Method E220 at least once per year. Use
7.3 The laboratory melter unit should be located under an
a liquid-in-glass thermometer, such as the 2F or 2C thermom-
exhaust hood to disperse fumes.
eter conforming to Specification E1, or temperature measuring
7.4 Joint/crack sealants and fillers are manufactured from a
devices such as platinum resistance thermometers that provide
varietyofmaterials.Toavoidcompatibilityproblems,cleanthe
equivalent or better accuracy and precision, as the reference
melter so that it is free of all cleaning solvents and previously
thermometer with the Thermocouples in Stirred Liquid Baths
melted material.
procedure. The reference thermometer traceability shall be
established through a national metrology institution. Also see
8. Procedure
Note 2.
8.1 Sample Preparation:
NOTE 1—The removable can type melter as shown in Fig. 3 is very
8.1.1 Obtain the sample which is delivered to the laboratory
similar in design to the melter shown in Figs. 1 and 2. Fig. 3’s pots are
for testing in acco
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