ASTM C1436 − 13 Standard Specification for Materials for Shotcrete

ASTM C1436 − 13 Standard Specification for Materials for Shotcrete

Scope*
1.1 This specification covers materials for use in hydraulic cement concrete mixtures to be placed by shotcreting.

It does not cover mixing, placement, curing, or protection of the concrete placed by shotcreting.

1.2 This specification covers materials for both wet-mix and dry-mix shotcreting.

1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.

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 the standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and

determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

ASTM C1436 − 13 Standard Specification for Materials for Shotcrete

Ordering Information

4.1 In the absence of designated applicable general specifications, the purchaser shall include the following

information in the purchase contract or order, if applicable:

4.1.1 The specification designation and date of issue,

4.1.2 Specification for cement and type (see 5.1.1),

4.1.3 Grading number for total combined aggregates required (see 5.1.2)

4.1.4 Specification, type, and grade(s) for admixtures required (see 5.1.4), and

4.1.5 Specification, type, length, and, if appropriate, the diameter (or equivalent cross-sectional dimensions) of

fiber required (see 5.1.5)