ASTM Changes in How to Specify Gypsum Products

摘要

"Now if we make changes, it will only be to the one document," says Poerschke, "which will ensure consistency throughout all the applicable gypsum products." In addition, the change simplifies product labeling from the manufacturer. In a sense, it also simplifies the job of the specifier in that there is only one number to remember for most gypsum board products. However, the specifier must still be familiar with the different types of products and specify exactly which product is called for in a given situation. "Someone can't simply specify 'gypsum board complying with C 1396,' " says Poerschke, "because that could be any number of products. The correct specification still has to indicate exactly which kind of product, such as 'gypsum wallboard complying with C 1396' or 'exterior gypsum soffit board complying with C 1396.'"