ASTM F3000/F3000M-13(2022)
(Specification)Standard Specification for Polymer Privacy Insert Slats for Chain Link Fabric and Privacy Chain Link Fabric Manufactured Containing Pre-Installed Privacy Slats
Standard Specification for Polymer Privacy Insert Slats for Chain Link Fabric and Privacy Chain Link Fabric Manufactured Containing Pre-Installed Privacy Slats
ABSTRACT
This specification establishes the criteria for polymer privacy insert slats designed for insertion into chain link fabric after the chain link fence installation and privacy chain fabric having slats preinserted into chain link mesh during the chain link weaving process. It covers four types of polymer privacy insert slats: Type P-V consisting of polyethylene privacy insert slats hand inserted vertically into standard mesh chain link fabric after the fence installation; Type P-D consisting of polyethylene privacy insert slats hand woven diagonally into standard mesh chain link fabric after the fence installation; Type F-VDH consisting of modified fiberglass privacy insert slats hand woven, vertically, diagonally or horizontally into standard mesh chain link fabric after the fence installation; and Type PI-V consisting of privacy chain link fabric with vertical high density polyethylene privacy slats pre-inserted into the chain link mesh during the chain link weaving process. The standard addresses ordering information, privacy slat design configurations, weathering, chain link fence framework, tie wires and hog rings, and installation.
SCOPE
1.1 This specification covers polymer privacy insert slats designed for insertion into chain link fabric after the chain link fence installation and privacy chain fabric having slats pre-inserted into chain link mesh during the chain link weaving process.
1.1.1 Type P-V consists of polyethylene privacy insert slats hand inserted vertically into standard mesh chain link fabric after the fence installation.
1.1.2 Type P-D consists of polyethylene privacy insert slats hand woven diagonally into standard mesh chain link fabric after the fence installation.
1.1.3 Type F-VDH consists of modified fiberglass privacy insert slats hand woven, vertically, diagonally or horizontally into standard mesh chain link fabric after the fence installation.
1.2 Type PI-V consists of privacy chain link fabric containing vertical high density polyethylene privacy slats pre-inserted into the chain link mesh during the chain link weaving process. Style 1a: Wider, 2 3/8 in. [60.3 mm] to 3 in. [76.2 mm] slats, pre-inserted into specially designed larger mesh. Style 1b: Type P-V friction fit slats pre-inserted into standard 2 in. [50 mm] chain link mesh.
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 are not necessarily exact equivalents; therefore, to ensure conformance with the standard, each system shall be used independently of the other, and values from the two systems shall not be combined.
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-Oct-2022
- Technical Committee
- F14 - Fences
- Drafting Committee
- F14.40 - Chain Link Fence and Wire Accessories
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Jun-2017
- Effective Date
- 01-Feb-2017
- Effective Date
- 01-Jun-2016
- Effective Date
- 01-Feb-2016
- Effective Date
- 01-Jan-2016
- Effective Date
- 01-Mar-2015
- Effective Date
- 01-Oct-2014
- Effective Date
- 15-Sep-2014
- Effective Date
- 01-Aug-2014
- Effective Date
- 01-Apr-2014
- Effective Date
- 01-Apr-2014
- Effective Date
- 15-Nov-2013
- Effective Date
- 01-Nov-2013
- Effective Date
- 01-Mar-2013
- Effective Date
- 01-Mar-2013
Overview
ASTM F3000/F3000M-13(2022) is the standard specification developed by ASTM International for polymer privacy insert slats for chain link fabric and for privacy chain link fabric with pre-installed privacy slats. This document sets forth requirements for the materials, design, and installation of privacy slats in chain link fencing systems to ensure adequate privacy, security, and durability.
Polymer privacy slats are designed to be either hand-inserted into chain link fabric post-installation or pre-installed into the fabric during manufacturing. By adhering to this standard, manufacturers, fence installers, and buyers can ensure consistent product quality, performance, and compliance with industry best practices, particularly for privacy, wind screening, and aesthetic enhancements in fencing applications.
Key Topics
Types of Privacy Insert Slats:
- Type P-V: Polyethylene slats inserted vertically after installation.
- Type P-D: Polyethylene slats woven diagonally after installation.
- Type F-VDH: Modified fiberglass slats woven vertically, diagonally, or horizontally after installation.
- Type PI-V: Chain link fabric with vertical high-density polyethylene slats pre-inserted during weaving.
Material and Performance Requirements:
- Slats must meet tensile strength criteria and not support combustion.
- Slats are available in a range of colors and must resist fading and cracking under weather exposure.
- Slats and frameworks are specified to work with standard ASTM chain link fence components.
Privacy and Security Enhancement:
- Slats provide visual closure from approximately 70% up to 95%, transforming open chain link fencing into more private, secure barriers.
Design and Installation Guidelines:
- Requirements cover proper mesh sizes, slat widths, locking mechanisms, and support framework to accommodate wind loads.
- Guidance is provided on how to securely tie the chain link fabric and privacy slats, ensuring fence integrity.
Ordering and Specification Information:
- Required order details include fence length, height, mesh size, type of slat, color preferences, privacy levels, and locking mechanisms.
Applications
- Residential Properties:
- Enhance privacy in yards and around pools, preventing visual access through fences.
- Commercial and Industrial Facilities:
- Secure property boundaries while concealing sensitive areas or critical infrastructure.
- Schools and Parks:
- Provide visual screening for playgrounds, recreational areas, or sports venues.
- Utility and Transport Sites:
- Enhance security and restrict visibility at substations, airports, and transit depots.
This standard is particularly valuable to fence manufacturers, installers, architects, and facility managers who specify or install privacy chain link fencing using polymer or fiberglass slats.
Related Standards
Several other ASTM and industry standards interface with ASTM F3000/F3000M-13(2022) for chain link fences and polymer slats, including:
- ASTM A392: Zinc-Coated Steel Chain-Link Fence Fabric
- ASTM A491: Aluminum-Coated Steel Chain-Link Fence Fabric
- ASTM F552: Terminology Relating to Chain Link Fencing
- ASTM F567: Practice for Installation of Chain-Link Fence
- ASTM F626: Specification for Fence Fittings
- ASTM F668: Specification for Polymer-Coated Steel Chain Link Fence Fabric
- ASTM F934: Specification for Standard Colors for Polymer-Coated Chain Link Fence Materials
- ASTM F1043: Specification for Strength and Protective Coatings on Steel Industrial Fence Framework
- ASTM F1083: Specification for Pipe, Steel, Hot-Dipped Zinc-Coated (Galvanized), for Fence Structures
- ASTM F1345: Specification for Zinc-5% Aluminum-Mischmetal Alloy-Coated Steel Chain-Link Fence Fabric
- CLFMI WLG 2445: Wind Load Guide for Chain Link Fences
- ASCE/SEI 7-10: Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures
By referencing ASTM F3000/F3000M-13(2022) along with these related standards, users can ensure comprehensive compliance and performance for any chain link privacy fence application.
Keywords: polymer privacy slats, chain link fence inserts, privacy chain link fabric, ASTM F3000, fence privacy standards, fence slat installation, chain link fencing privacy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
ASTM F3000/F3000M-13(2022) is a technical specification published by ASTM International. Its full title is "Standard Specification for Polymer Privacy Insert Slats for Chain Link Fabric and Privacy Chain Link Fabric Manufactured Containing Pre-Installed Privacy Slats". This standard covers: ABSTRACT This specification establishes the criteria for polymer privacy insert slats designed for insertion into chain link fabric after the chain link fence installation and privacy chain fabric having slats preinserted into chain link mesh during the chain link weaving process. It covers four types of polymer privacy insert slats: Type P-V consisting of polyethylene privacy insert slats hand inserted vertically into standard mesh chain link fabric after the fence installation; Type P-D consisting of polyethylene privacy insert slats hand woven diagonally into standard mesh chain link fabric after the fence installation; Type F-VDH consisting of modified fiberglass privacy insert slats hand woven, vertically, diagonally or horizontally into standard mesh chain link fabric after the fence installation; and Type PI-V consisting of privacy chain link fabric with vertical high density polyethylene privacy slats pre-inserted into the chain link mesh during the chain link weaving process. The standard addresses ordering information, privacy slat design configurations, weathering, chain link fence framework, tie wires and hog rings, and installation. SCOPE 1.1 This specification covers polymer privacy insert slats designed for insertion into chain link fabric after the chain link fence installation and privacy chain fabric having slats pre-inserted into chain link mesh during the chain link weaving process. 1.1.1 Type P-V consists of polyethylene privacy insert slats hand inserted vertically into standard mesh chain link fabric after the fence installation. 1.1.2 Type P-D consists of polyethylene privacy insert slats hand woven diagonally into standard mesh chain link fabric after the fence installation. 1.1.3 Type F-VDH consists of modified fiberglass privacy insert slats hand woven, vertically, diagonally or horizontally into standard mesh chain link fabric after the fence installation. 1.2 Type PI-V consists of privacy chain link fabric containing vertical high density polyethylene privacy slats pre-inserted into the chain link mesh during the chain link weaving process. Style 1a: Wider, 2 3/8 in. [60.3 mm] to 3 in. [76.2 mm] slats, pre-inserted into specially designed larger mesh. Style 1b: Type P-V friction fit slats pre-inserted into standard 2 in. [50 mm] chain link mesh. 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 are not necessarily exact equivalents; therefore, to ensure conformance with the standard, each system shall be used independently of the other, and values from the two systems shall not be combined. 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.
ABSTRACT This specification establishes the criteria for polymer privacy insert slats designed for insertion into chain link fabric after the chain link fence installation and privacy chain fabric having slats preinserted into chain link mesh during the chain link weaving process. It covers four types of polymer privacy insert slats: Type P-V consisting of polyethylene privacy insert slats hand inserted vertically into standard mesh chain link fabric after the fence installation; Type P-D consisting of polyethylene privacy insert slats hand woven diagonally into standard mesh chain link fabric after the fence installation; Type F-VDH consisting of modified fiberglass privacy insert slats hand woven, vertically, diagonally or horizontally into standard mesh chain link fabric after the fence installation; and Type PI-V consisting of privacy chain link fabric with vertical high density polyethylene privacy slats pre-inserted into the chain link mesh during the chain link weaving process. The standard addresses ordering information, privacy slat design configurations, weathering, chain link fence framework, tie wires and hog rings, and installation. SCOPE 1.1 This specification covers polymer privacy insert slats designed for insertion into chain link fabric after the chain link fence installation and privacy chain fabric having slats pre-inserted into chain link mesh during the chain link weaving process. 1.1.1 Type P-V consists of polyethylene privacy insert slats hand inserted vertically into standard mesh chain link fabric after the fence installation. 1.1.2 Type P-D consists of polyethylene privacy insert slats hand woven diagonally into standard mesh chain link fabric after the fence installation. 1.1.3 Type F-VDH consists of modified fiberglass privacy insert slats hand woven, vertically, diagonally or horizontally into standard mesh chain link fabric after the fence installation. 1.2 Type PI-V consists of privacy chain link fabric containing vertical high density polyethylene privacy slats pre-inserted into the chain link mesh during the chain link weaving process. Style 1a: Wider, 2 3/8 in. [60.3 mm] to 3 in. [76.2 mm] slats, pre-inserted into specially designed larger mesh. Style 1b: Type P-V friction fit slats pre-inserted into standard 2 in. [50 mm] chain link mesh. 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 are not necessarily exact equivalents; therefore, to ensure conformance with the standard, each system shall be used independently of the other, and values from the two systems shall not be combined. 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 F3000/F3000M-13(2022) is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.090 - External structures. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ASTM F3000/F3000M-13(2022) has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ASTM F1043-17a, ASTM F1043-17, ASTM F1043-16a, ASTM F1043-16, ASTM F1083-16, ASTM F1345-10a(2015), ASTM F1043-14, ASTM F552-14, ASTM F567-14a, ASTM F626-14, ASTM F567-14, ASTM F1083-13, ASTM F1043-13, ASTM F934-96(2013), ASTM F552-02(2013). Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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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: F3000/F3000M −13 (Reapproved 2022)
Standard Specification for
Polymer Privacy Insert Slats for Chain Link Fabric and
Privacy Chain Link Fabric Manufactured Containing Pre-
Installed Privacy Slats
ThisstandardisissuedunderthefixeddesignationF3000/F3000M;thenumberimmediatelyfollowingthedesignationindicatestheyear
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 priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.1 This specification covers polymer privacy insert slats
1.5 This international standard was developed in accor-
designed for insertion into chain link fabric after the chain link
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
fence installation and privacy chain fabric having slats pre-
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
inserted into chain link mesh during the chain link weaving
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
process.
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
1.1.1 Type P-V consists of polyethylene privacy insert slats
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
hand inserted vertically into standard mesh chain link fabric
after the fence installation.
2. Referenced Documents
1.1.2 Type P-D consists of polyethylene privacy insert slats
2.1 ASTM Standards:
hand woven diagonally into standard mesh chain link fabric
A392 Specification for Zinc-Coated Steel Chain-Link Fence
after the fence installation.
Fabric
1.1.3 Type F-VDH consists of modified fiberglass privacy
A491 Specification for Aluminum-Coated Steel Chain-Link
insert slats hand woven, vertically, diagonally or horizontally
Fence Fabric
into standard mesh chain link fabric after the fence installation.
D1499 Practice for Filtered Open-Flame Carbon-Arc Expo-
1.2 Type PI-V consists of privacy chain link fabric contain-
sures of Plastics
ingverticalhighdensitypolyethyleneprivacyslatspre-inserted
F552 Terminology Relating to Chain Link Fencing
into the chain link mesh during the chain link weaving process.
F567 Practice for Installation of Chain-Link Fence
Style 1a: Wider, 2 ⁄8 in. [60.3 mm] to 3 in. [76.2 mm] slats,
F626 Specification for Fence Fittings
pre-insertedintospeciallydesignedlargermesh.Style1b:Type
F668 Specification for Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Polyolefin
P-V friction fit slats pre-inserted into standard 2 in. [50 mm]
and Other Polymer-Coated Steel Chain Link Fence Fabric
chain link mesh.
F934 Specification for Standard Colors for Polymer-Coated
Chain Link Fence Materials
1.3 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units
F1043 Specification for Strength and Protective Coatings on
are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in
Steel Industrial Fence Framework
each system are not necessarily exact equivalents; therefore, to
F1083 Specification for Pipe, Steel, Hot-Dipped Zinc-
ensure conformance with the standard, each system shall be
Coated (Galvanized) Welded, for Fence Structures
used independently of the other, and values from the two
F1345 Specification for Zinc-5 % Aluminum-Mischmetal
systems shall not be combined.
Alloy-Coated Steel Chain-Link Fence Fabric
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the
2.2 Chain Link Fence Manufacturers Institute:
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
WLG 2445 Chain Link Fence Wind Load Guide for the
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
Selection of Line Post and Line Post Spacing
1 2
This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F14 on Fences For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F14.40 on Chain Link Fence and contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
Wire Accessories. Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
Current edition approved Nov. 1, 2022. Published November 2022. Originally the ASTM website.
approved in 2013. Last previous edition approved in 2018 as F3000/ Available from Chain Link Fence Manufacturers Institute (CLFMI), 10015 Old
F3000M – 13(2018). DOI: 10.1520/F3000_F3000M-13R22. Columbia Rd. Suite B215 Columbia, MD 21046, https://chainlinkinfo.org.
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F3000/F3000M − 13 (2022)
2.3 American Society of Civil Engineers and Structural 5.2 The length of the slat inserts or a combination of the slat
Engineering Institute: and horizontal locking channel shall cover the full diamond
ASCE/SEI 7-10 Minimum Design for Buildings and Other portion of the chain link fabric. Depending on the mesh size,
Structures installation orientation and slat design the coverage height
could be 1 in. [25 mm] less than the height of the fence.
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions:
6. Materials
3.1.1 privacy slat—a plastic polymer strip, tube or profile
6.1 Type P-V slats shall be a semi-rigid high density
designed to slide into chain link fabric vertically, horizontally
polyethylene extrusion.
or diagonally for the purpose of reducing visibility, providing
6.2 Type P-D slats shall be a flexible low density polyeth-
a level of privacy, security, wind screen or enhancing the
ylene extrusion supplied with brass rivet type fasteners.
aesthetics of chain link fence systems.
3.1.2 locking channel—a horizontal channel shaped poly-
6.3 Type F-VDH slats shall be semi-rigid fiberglass rein-
mer extrusion designed to lock vertical privacy slats in place.
forced plastic composed of glass fiber reinforcements, polyes-
ter resins, pigments and fillers supplied with nylon or alumi-
3.1.3 bow tie knuckle selvage—a modified larger horizontal
num pop rivet fasteners.
chain link knuckle selvage that aids in securing the PI-V chain
link privacy slat in place. (Chain link knuckle, chain link
6.4 Type PI-V pre-installed vertical slats shall be semi-rigid
selvage see Terminology F552.)
high density polyethylene extruded slats. The slats are inserted
into chain link fabric that is in compliance with the ASTM
4. Ordering Information
chain link fabric standards listed below, using 9 gauge, 0.148
4.1 Orders for privacy insert slats purchased to this speci-
in.[3.76mm]diameterpre-coatedsteelwire:A392Galvanized
2 2
fication shall include the following information:
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