What is BS 6319-1 – Preparation of test specimen of resin compositions about?
BS 6319 is a British Standard series that discusses the testing of resin and polymer/cement compositions for use in construction. The main aim of the BS 6319 series is to provide best industry testing methods to determine whether the construction materials to be used for your civil engineering works, are fit for purpose.
BS 6319-1 is the first part of the BS 6319 series that gives a general introduction to the testing of resin compositions and describes a procedure for obtaining samples of resin compositions and preparing test specimens under either declared practical conditions or more closely controlled laboratory conditions.
BS 6319-1 is applicable to thermoset cold curing resin formulations, e.g. epoxide, polyester, acrylic, polyurethane. These formulations may include liquid resins, liquid or powder hardeners, aggregates and fillers, and include polymer based grouts.
Who is BS 6319-1 – Preparation of test specimen of resin compositions for?
BS 6319-1 on the preparation of test specimen of resin compositions is relevant to:
- Manufacturers and formulators of thermoset cold curing resin formulations
- Cement manufacturing companies
- Construction industry
- Contractors
- Civil engineers
- Quality control and testing personnel
- Accredited testing laboratories
Why should you use BS 6319-1 – Preparation of test specimen of resin compositions?
As techniques of civil engineering, and building construction and renovation evolve so the need for new materials grows. To satisfy this need resin suppliers and formulators are developing new products in ever increasing numbers. This proliferation of products often leads to confusion and indeed suspicion on the part of the specifier. In this context, accurate evaluation of the ability of resin compounds to perform under loads and prevent deformation is a critical parameter to be considered.
Keeping this in mind, BS 6319-1 provides best industry guidance on the procedures to obtain samples of resin compositions, that include practices of sampling, conditioning of materials, mixing, curing, filling moulds, demoulding and conditioning specimens. Obtaining this specimen can ultimately play a positive role in the accurate and precise testing and quality analysis of materials.
Overall, compliance with BS 6319-1 methods can be beneficial for quality control and comparative purposes.