ASTM reports

Acousta-Wal ASTM Reports

Acid Rain Test

A test to ensure that acid rain does not mar the face of Astra-Glaze-SW+ blocks.

Complies

Diesel Fume Exhaust

Test A test to measure the effect of prolonged diesel fume exhaust on the facing of Astra-Glaze-SW+ blocks.

Complies

Waste Water Treatment Plant Test .

A test to ensure that the glazed facing is not affected by chemicals found in waste water treatment plant environments

Complies

Astra-Glaze-SW+ units meet USDA approval

Industry-Specific Testing

Industry-specific certificate of analysis testing has been completed for Astra-Glaze-SW+ glazed masonry units by Froehling and Robertson, Inc. Laboratories. Astra-Glaze-SW+ units successfully pass chemical and medical agents, steam, fuel and detergent testing in:

Veterinary Hospitals & Clinics
Animal Shelters
Power Plants
Machine Shops
Heating Plants
Control Labs

Brewing & Distilling Industries
Wash Rooms & Showers
Laundry Rooms
Dairy Industry
Jails

Meat Packagers
Slaughter Houses
Seafood Industries
Kitchens & Food Preparation Facilities
Dish Washing Bars

Canadian Standard CSA-CAN3-A165.3-M85
Aging and Thermal Shock	A test to ensure that no cracking, spalling, crazing or blistering of the glaze occurs when the unit is subject to cycles of thermal shock at 0º and 93º C.	Complies

ASTM C744 specifies the following tests for pre-faced glazed concrete masonry units
Cracking and Crazing	A test to ensure that the units are free from cracking and/or crazing.	Complies
Resistance to Staining and Chemicals	Testing of various chemicals, i.e., detergents, solvents, etc., in concentrations set by ASTM standards and ASTM requirements.	Complies
Adhesion	A test to determine the adhesion of the glazed facing to the block substrate.	Complies
Abrasion	A test to measure the abrasion resistance of the glazed facing.	Complies
Color Change	A test by accelerated weathering apparatus to measure color fading or change.	Complies
Soiling and Cleansability	A test to determine how easily the glazed surface can be cleaned.	Complies
Efflorescence	A test to ensure that unsightly soluble salts do not migrate to the surface when moisture is present.	Complies
Dimensional Tolerances	A test to ensure that variations in the sizes of the blocks in all dimensions are less than 1/16″.	Complies
Efflorescence	A test to ensure that unsightly soluble salts do not migrate to the surface when moisture is present.	Complies
Dimensional Tolerances	A test to ensure that variations in the sizes of the blocks in all dimensions are less than 1/16″.	Complies
Face Variation	A test to ensure that the glazed facing dimensions do not vary more than 1/16″.	Complies
Depth Variation	A test by measurements to ensure that the thickness of the prefaced block are within 1/16″ of the specified size.	Complies
Distortion of Facing	A test by measurements to ensure that the glazed facing is straight, true and in plane within 1/16″.	Complies
Surface	A laboratory inspection for quality of the face (no imperfection).	Complies
Flame Spread Index *	A test to determine how much the glazed facing will allow flame to spread in a fire.	Complies
Smoke Development **	A test to determine the amount of smoke given off by the glazed facing in a fire.	Complies
* The test method specified in ASTM E84 is used to determine surface burning characteristics. ** In this test, red oak is given a value of 100 and asbestos cement board is given a value of 0 to calibrate the test equipment.

ASTM C90 specifies the following tests for load-bearing concrete masonry units for Verastone recycled ground face masonry units
Compressive Strength and Moisture Absorbency	A test to ensure that blocks meet strength and moisture requirements, and are free of cracks and other defects.	Complies

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ASTM reports is available with pre-consumer recycled content. Ask about the new Chicago Green Series. In addition to the pre-consumer recycled content, these masonry units also contain post-consumer recycled content as well. Colors may vary so please make sure to ask for full size samples.

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