Plastic Sheeting in Construction
Regulations protect lives, prevent injuries, and minimize property damage. Plastic sheeting is an essential solution to many application needs in construction, manufacturing, and shipping, but not all plastic sheeting is formulated the same. It has been re-engineered over the years to meet various industry requirements.
How Americover Products Meet Safety Construction Specifications
Americover is a source of specialty plastic sheeting and polyethylene solutions. Our extensive inventory of high-quality products is rigorously tested to adhere to industry standards and specifications. Whether requirements apply to safety, durability, or ease of use, we are confident we can find or create a plastic sheeting product that supports your application.
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American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) is the developer of standard testing methods for all plastic sheeting materials used by contractors and the construction industry.
ASTM D1434 is the Standard Test Method for Determining Gas Permeability Characteristics of Plastic Film and Sheeting
This test method covers the estimation of the steady-state rate of transmission of a gas through plastics in the form of film, sheeting, laminates, and plastic-coated papers or fabrics. It provides the determination of (1) gas transmission rate (GTR), (2) permeance, and, in the case of homogeneous materials, (3) permeability.
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ASTM C1028-96 is the Standard Test Method for Determining the Static Coefficient of Friction of Ceramic Tile and Other Like Surfaces
This standard test method is used to determine the static coefficient of friction of ceramic tile and other surfaces using Neolite heel assemblies. This tests for slip resistance for both wet and dry floor surfaces.
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ASTM C1313 is the Standard Specification for Sheet Radiant Barriers for Building Construction Applications
The specification covers the physical property requirements of these materials that consist of a minimum of one surface using a far-infrared emittance of 0/1 or less. This applies to metallic foils, metallic deposits, and unmounted substrates.
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ASTM D568 is the Standard Test Method for the Rate of Burning or Extent and Time of Burning of Flexible Plastics
This testing is used to establish the burning characteristics of plastic materials, but should not be used as a fire hazard test method.
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ASTM D833 is the Standard Test Method for Identifying and Quantifying the Analysis of Synthetic Elastomers
This standard is used in projects that require heavy, duty water resistant support in projects using vapor retarders, crawl space liners, covers, and other liner applications.
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ASTM E154 is the Standard Test Method for Water Vapor Retarders Used in Contact with Earth Under Concrete Slabs, on Walls, or as Ground Cover
This is the standard test method used to determine the properties of flexible membranes used in vapor barriers used under concrete slabs, against walls, or as ground covers for crawl space. This testing focuses on plastic films and flexible sheets and test materials in all stages of installation and services.
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ASTM E1643 is the Standard Testing Method for Under-Slab Vapor Retarder Systems
It provides requirements for under-slab vapor retarder systems used by contractors and architects. This testing highlights several considerations for determining the ideal material for applications including building codes, physical project demands, and permeance rating.
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ASTM E1745 is the Industry Standard for Plastic Vapor Retarders Used on Soil and Under Concrete Slabs
The standard tests the service and installation of this material and classifies materials as A, B, or C based on tensile strength, puncture resistance, and permanence ratings.
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ASTM E84 and E84A is the Standard Testing Method for Assessing the Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Products
This tests how flames spread across materials and observes the overall burning behavior of plastic sheeting.
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ASTM E96 is the Standard Testing Method for Water Vapor Transmission of Materials
This testing is used to evaluate the water vapor transfer of semi-permeable and permeable materials such as paper, plastic films, and other sheet materials and plastics. This testing uses two basic methods, the Desiccant Method and the Water Method, to determine the measurement of permeance and humidity conditions.
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ASTM F1249 is the Standard Testing Method for Measuring the Water Vapor Transmission Rate of Plastic Sheeting
This method applies to sheets and films up to 3 mm in thickness, those consisting of synthetic or natural polymers, and coated materials. It determines the water vapor transmission rate, permeance of the sheeting, and water vapor permeability coefficient.
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ASTM G21 is a standard antifungal product test for determining fungal resistance of plastics and polymeric materials.
This test method applies to vapor barriers and tests against various fungal species including black mold to prevent the growth and spread of toxic mold and mildew.
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Fire Rated Plastic Sheeting Standards: California Title 19, NFPA, LCP, UBC, UL
Created by the Office of the State Fire Marshall Code of Development and Analysis Program, these fire safety standards California Title 19, NFPA, LCP, and UBC, UL were set local agencies and aim to protect people and projects.
CAL Title 19 Covers the State Standards of Flame Retardant Regulations
California Title 19 is a code of regulations used to establish a minimum standard for the prevention of fire and the protection against fire, explosion, and panic.
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NFPA 701 is the Standard Method of Fire Tests for Flame Propagation of Textiles and Films
This test has two test methods based on fabric density.
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NFPA 99 is the Standard Testing Method for All Levels of Health and Risk of Materials
This standard established the criteria for all levels of health and takes into account the risk of materials on patients, staff, and visitors and their ability to minimize fire, explosion, and electricity standards.
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LCP-86-1226-A is the Standard Testing Method for Measuring the Durability and Safety of Flame Retardant Tape Cloths
This standard applies to projects that require waterproof, flame retardance.
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UBC-42 is the Standard Testing Method for Determining the Fire Safety of Fabric Panels
Tested by the Southwest Research Institute Universal Laboratory, this fire safety standard determines the flame retardant effectiveness of plastic sheeting and if tested materials meet the Class “A” classification.
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UL 214 is the Standard Testing Method for Flame-Propagation in Fabrics and Plastic Films
These requirements apply to the performance in flame-exposure tests of flame-resistant fabrics of natural, synthetic, or combinations of natural and synthetic fibers; or films intended for such use as tents, awnings, draperies, or decorations.
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Aerospace Material Specifications
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Boeing
Boeing is an American corporation that designs, manufactures, and sells aerospace vehicles including airplanes, rockets, satellites, and telecommunication equipment.
This is the standard testing for flame retardant tapes used to determine the burning characteristics of aircraft materials.
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This is the standard testing that determines the temperature protection of tape materials used in air vehicles.
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McDonnell-Douglas Specifications
This is the organization that sets the standard specification for aeronautical vehicles and materials used on those elements.
This standard testing applies to heavy-duty engineering materials used to measure flame retardance in tape.
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Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR)
The FAR creates and monitors the rules and regulations created by the Federal Aviation Administration in the United States. These regulations are part of the Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations.
This testing is used to determine if materials meet flammability requirements for aircraft cushions. This test uses a vertical Bunsen burning to determine interior flammability in both the cabin and cargo areas of a plane.
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International Organization for Standardization
This management system is a set of standards that helps organizations ensure they meet customer and other stakeholder needs within statutory and regulatory requirements related to their products or services.
ISO 9001 is an Industry Standard for Quality Management Systems
This standard is based on a number of quality management principles including a strong customer focus, the motivation and implication of top management, the process approach and continual improvement. ISO 9001 helps ensure that customers get consistent, good-quality products and services, which in turn brings many business benefits.
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ISO 3795 is the Standard Method to Determine the Burning Behavior of Interior Materials Used in Road Vehicles, Tractors, and Agricultural Machinery
This method tests materials and parts both individually or in combination up to a thickness of 13 mm.
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Other Safety Standards and Specifications
UU-B-790A Type 1 Grade 1 is the Standard Testing Method to Determine the Water Vapor Resistance of Plastic Sheeting and Building Paper Materials in the Construction Industry.
This standard applies to construction projects that require vapor barriers in concrete applications.
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GRI-GM17 is the Standard Specification Test of the Frequency for Linear Low-Density Polyethylene by the Geosynthetic Institute
This specification covers linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE) geomembranes with a formulated sheet density of 0.939 g/ml, or lower, in the thickness range of 0.50 mm (20 mils) to 3.0 mm (120 mils).
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Food and Drug Administration is a Federal Agency that Monitors the Safety of Products in the U.S.
This compliance determination applies to materials with polymers that come in contact with food. This testing determines the safety of plastic sheeting products used in agricultural settings.
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ANSI/ESD STM11.11-2015 is the Standard Testing Method to Determine the Electrostatic Discharge of Products
This is the standard testing method created by ESD Association Standard Testing Method. This is the standard for the protection of electrostatic discharge susceptible items and defines the test procedure, equipment, sample preparation, and conditioning needed to create surface resistance measurements.
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Work with Americover
Our deep and long-standing relationships with top-quality American manufacturers allow us to source and deliver products that are engineered to meet your specific needs. Because we are an independent, privately-held company, we have the flexibility to design customized solutions for our customers on a case-by-case basis, going the extra mile to consistently meet and exceed expectations. If we don’t have it, we’ll find it or have it made.
We can design customized solutions for you on a case-by-case basis. We offer the widest range of specialty plastic sheeting solutions with no minimums on stock items and short lead times on custom fabricated products.
Discover the Benefits of Working with Americover
- Custom fabrication to meet your project’s needs
- Expert knowledge of plastic sheeting products
- Materials that meet building and environment regulations
- U.S.-based, not confined by overseas shipping or stock sizes
- A variety of customizations for plastic sheeting
Whether you are looking for hard-to-find products, sourcing a back-up supplier, or shopping around for a new primary supplier, we are here to support you.
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