AS 4654.1: Waterproofing Membranes for External Above Ground Use Testing
AS 4654 is the primary Australian standard that relates to the physical performance properties of waterproofing membranes specified for use in external, above ground waterproofing systems applied to roofs, decks, balconies and planter boxes in buildings to prevent water ingress and protect structures from moisture damage.
Independent Testing Australia (ITA) is equipped with specialised apparatus to test materials and provide data to coating manufacturers, specifiers, builders and waterproofers to determine product suitability for use in the Australian construction industry and satisfy documentation requirements of the Australian Building Code (BCA), the National Construction Code (NCC) and Australian Paint Approval Scheme specifications (APAS).
ITA is equipped to conduct the following AS 4654.1 testing:
· AS 1580.403.2: Abrasion resistance
· ASTM C794: Bond strength
· AS 4654.1 appendix B: CSIRO Moving joint test
· ASTM D6207: Dimensional stability
· AS 4654.1 appendix A: Elongation at break / heat aging / ultraviolet resistance / tensile strength / durability
· AS 4654.1clause 2.5: Field seam strength
· AS 4654.2 clause 2.6: Temperature resistance
· ASTM E96: Water vapour transmission rate
· BS EN 12691: Puncture resistance
· BS EN 12310-1: Tear resistance
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