ASTM F1999-00(2006)

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Designation:F1999 −00(Reapproved 2006)
Standard Practice for
Installation of Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Fence
Systems
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F1999; 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 and Plain Bars for Concrete Reinforcement
D2564 Specification for Solvent Cements for Poly(Vinyl
1.1 This practice covers the minimum requirement for and
Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Piping Systems
methods of installation for rigid poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC)
F964 Specification for Rigid Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC)
fencing systems and fence accessories in areas where the
Exterior Profiles Used for Fencing and Railing
maximum frost penetration does not exceed 30 in. [76 cm]. In
all cases, refer also to the specific manufacturer’s instructions
3. Terminology
for installation.
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
1.2 This practice is intended to guide those responsible for
3.1.1 clip—a component used to lock rails into routed posts.
or concerned with installation of rigid (PVC) fence systems.
3.1.2 end cap—a component to cover the open end of a rail
1.3 This practice does not preclude any test method that is
or other extrusion.
proven to give equal or better performance under any weather,
3.1.3 exterior profile—a rigid poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC)
soil, or frost conditions.
extrusion that conforms to Specification F964.
1.4 End-use and applicable code requirements shall be
3.1.4 gate—a hinged panel for passage into or out of a
considered in the choice of fence style, spacing, height, and
fenced area.
installation method.
3.1.5 hinge post—the post to which a gate is attached.
1.4.1 Paddock fencing for livestock may need to be more
durable than perimeter fence.
3.1.6 notch—a method of creating a tab used to lock rails
1.4.2 Residential fence styles may not be designed for
into routed posts.
balcony or guardrail use.
3.1.7 outside brackets—components used to fasten rails to
1.5 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
the outside of posts, when routed posts are not used.
as standard. The values given in brackets are for information
3.1.8 picket—averticalmemberinafencepanel,betweenor
only.
attached to the horizontal members.
1.6 This standard does not purport to address all of the
3.1.9 picket cap—acomponentusedtocoverordecoratethe
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
open end(s) of picket.
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
3.1.10 post cap—a component used to cover the top of a
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
post.
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
3.1.11 posts—the vertical structural support members of the
2. Referenced Documents
fence.
3.1.12 rails—the horizontal members which insert into or
2.1 ASTM Standards:
A706/A706M Specification for Low-Alloy Steel Deformed attach to the posts. They serve as the sole sections between
posts or as back rails to which picket verticals are attached.
3.1.13 routed posts—posts with holes cut into them to allow
This practice is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee F14 on Fences and
rails to be inserted.
is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F14.30 on Rigid Polymer Fence
Systems.
3.1.14 terminal post—the end or last vertical structural
Current edition approved June 1, 2006. Published June 2006. Originally
support member of the fence.
approved in 2000. Last previous edition approved in 2000 as F1999 - 00. DOI:
10.1520/F1999-00R06.
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or 4. Materials
contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
4.1 Exterior Profiles, in accordance with Specification
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
the ASTM website. F964.
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F1999−00 (2006)
4.2 Solvent Cement—Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) solvent 7.3.1 Method 1—Partially fill holes with concrete, then set
cement in accordance with Specification D2564. the post into the concrete leaving approximately 2 to 4 in. [51
to 101 mm] of concrete below the bottom of the post (see Fig.
4.3 Reinforcing Steel Rods,inaccordancewithSpecification
1). Continue filling the hole with concrete to within 6 to 9 in.
A706/A706M low-alloy steel deformed bars for concrete
[152.4 to 228.6 mm] of the top. Fill the remainder of the hole
reinforcement.
with soil or fine rocks. Where frost is not likely, the hole may
be filled to ground level with concrete (see Note 1). The post
5. Protection of Material in Transportation and Storage
shall extend a minimum of 18 in. [457.2 mm] into the concrete
5.1 Exterior profiles shall be supported in a manner that will
(see Fig. 2). Check to see that the post remains plumb until the
prevent sagging, twisting, or bending. Fence products shall be
concrete has set.
stored in a manner that prevents accumulation of dust and dirt.
Exposure to sunlight is not harmful. NOTE 1—Filling hole to top with concrete in frost areas will enhance
upheaval of post and footers as concrete freezes faster than fill.
6. Site Preparation
7.3.2 Method 2—Tap the post into the bottom of the hole
until the desired height of the post above ground level is
6.1 Unless otherwise specified in the contract or purchase
order, the purchaser shall indicate the location of fence lines, reached (see Note 2 and Fig. 3). Add concrete around the post
to the level specified in 7.3.1. Check to
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