ASTM D4688-99

1.1 These test methods cover the evaluation of adhesives for finger jointing lumber used in the manufacture of structural glued laminated timber. They include tests of the tensile strength of joints; dry with no treatment, wet after one vacuum-pressure soak treatment, and wet after cyclic boil-dry treatment.

1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard.

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.