[CCMC evaluation requirements] ASTM C1311-10
From: National Research Council Canada
This document provides a summary of the minimum requirements imposed by the Canadian Construction Materials Centre (CCMC) for all evaluations based on the below criteria document. Additional requirements may be imposed by the CCMC when necessary for a particular evaluation, and are detailed in the individual evaluation.
Criteria document
| Number | ASTM C1311-10 |
| Title | Standard Specification for Solvent Release Sealants |
| Document | Standard |
| Publisher | ASTM International |
Scope
These evaluations apply to the properties of a one-component solvent release sealant for use in building construction. These sealants are generally formulated to withstand a maximum joint movement of 7.5% in extension and 7.5% in compression of the nominal joint width.
This specification describes solvent release sealants for general caulking and sealing operations in building construction. However, it should be recognized by the user that not all sealants meeting this specification are suitable for all applications and all substrates and that there is no implication that the sealants are equivalent in all physical properties.
Refer to ASTM C 1193, “Standard Guide for Use of Joint Sealants,” for information on the proper use of sealants meeting this specification.
The standard does not cover detailed requirements for a primer that may be required for the application of the compound to a specific substrate. The indication for and the identification of such a primer will be made by each manufacturer.
Material requirements
The evaluation holder must demonstrate that the product meets the following requirements (additional requirements may be imposed by the CCMC when necessary, and are detailed in the individual evaluation):
| Property | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Shelf life | The sealant in the original container shall be suitable for use for at least 12 months from the date of manufacture when stored at a temperature not less than 5°C (41.0°F) and not more than 27°C (80.6°F). |
| Colour | The colour of the sealant shall be as agreed upon between the purchaser and the manufacturer. |
| Surface preparation | The sealant shall be intended for use only on clean, dry surfaces. When a primer is recommended by a manufacturer for a specific substrate, all tests on that substrate shall include the primer. The proper use of primers (or surface conditioners) with the application of sealants is described in detail in ASTM C 1193, which also describes proper methods for joint design, backup materials, surface preparation, tooling of sealant, and other important procedures in sealant application in buildings. |
| Property | Unit | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Extrudability | s/mL | ≤ 9 |
| Indentation hardness | - | ≤ 50 |
| Bubbling | % | ≤ 25 |
| Adhesive and cohesive loss | cm 2 (in. 2) | ≤ 9 (1.5) per substrate |
| Slump | cm (in.) | ≤ 0.38 (0.15) per substrate |
| Stain index | - | ≤ 3 |
| Tack-free time | h | ≤ 72 |
| Accelerated Weathering | ||
| Edge cracking | - | ≤ 3 |
| Centre cracking | - | ≤ 3 |
| Adhesion loss | - | ≤ 3 |
| Colour change | - | As agreed |
Labelling
Unless otherwise specified in the contract or order, the sealant shall be packaged in standard commercial containers constructed so as to ensure acceptance by common or other carrier for safe transportation to the point of delivery.
Shipping containers shall be marked with the name, grade, and quantity of the sealant contained therein, as defined by the contract or order under which shipments are made. The name of the supplier and the lot or batch shall also be shown.
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Installation requirements
The CCMC requires that evaluation holders provide instructions for the installation of the product(s) that:
- do not contravene the National Building Code of Canada, or any provincial or territorial building codes; and
- meet the requirements of CCMC minimum documentation requirements.
Manufacturing requirements
The CCMC requires that evaluation holders, at a minimum, demonstrate that the associated production process:
- is operated under a documented quality system; and
- meets the minimum requirements of the CCMC minimum documentation requirements.
Labelling requirements
The CCMC requires that evaluation holders ensure that product labels:
- reference the associated CCMC number or mark; and
- meet the requirements of CCMC minimum documentation requirements.
Classification information
Products falling within the scope of this document are commonly classified by:
MasterFormat
- 07 90 00 Joint Protection
- 07 92 10 -
Published CCMC evaluations
The following products have been evaluated to these requirements by the CCMC:
| CCMC number: | Manufacturer: | Product name(s): |
|---|---|---|
| 13409-L | BEC Window and Envelope Consulting Ltd. | EnvelopeSealant™ |
Code references
National Building Code of Canada 2015
| Code references | Code provision |
|---|---|
| 9.27.4.2.(2)(d) | +++ ASTM C 1311, "Solvent Release Sealants." |
| Table 5.9.1.1. | Standards Applicable to Environmental Separators and Assemblies Exposed to the Exterior |