ASTM E73-83(2002)
Historical Standard: ASTM E73-83(2002) Standard Practice for Static Load Testing of Truss Assemblies
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ASTM E73
1. Scope
1.1 This practice is intended as a guide for use in the testing of truss assemblies fabricated from all types of construction materials. While the practice may be used for the testing of a variety of assemblies, it is primarily intended to be used in the testing of those trusses designed to be spaced at 1.2 m (48 in.) centers or greater. It can be used, but it is not normally intended, for the testing of wood residential trussed rafters. Either proof tests or tests to destruction may be run.
1.2 Limitations It is not intended that this practice be used for routine quality control testing.
1.3 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. For specific hazard statements, see Section 7.
2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.
ASTM Standards
E196 Practice for Gravity Load Testing of Floors and Low Slope Roofs
E575 Practice for Reporting Data from Structural Tests of Building Constructions, Elements, Connections, and Assemblies
E631 Terminology of Building Constructions
Keywords
static load; truss; truss assemblies ;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 91.080.99 (Other structures)
DOI: 10.1520/E0073-83R02
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