ASTM E2639 : 09

Standard Test Method for Blast Resistance of Trash Receptacles

Standard Details

1.1 This test method provides a procedure for characterizing the performance of a trash receptacle when an explosive is detonated within the receptacle.

1.1.1 The procedure measures the magnitude of blast waves (that is, external overpressures) developed and determines the extent and location of fragmentation produced during the explosion.

1.1.2 Effects due to a fireball resulting from the detonation of an explosive within a trash receptacle are beyond the scope of the test method.

1.2 This test method is intended to be performed in open-air test arenas.

1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values stated in parentheses are for information only.

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 this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

General Information

Status : Historical

Standard Type: Main

Document No: ASTM E2639 : 09

Document Year: 2009

Pages: 8

Section Volume:
15.08 Volume 15.08 Security Systems And Equipment; Detention And Correctional Facilities; Homeland Security Applications; Driverless Automatic Guided Industrial Vehicles; Exoskeletons And Exosuits