This Standard sets out procedures for obtaining samples of loose asphalt using manual or mechanical methods and includes sampling from stockpiles. The Standard also specifies methods for the preparation of bulk samples to produce test portions ready for testing.
Table of contents
Header
About this publication
Preface
1 Scope
2 Referenced documents
3 Definitions
4 Safety precautions
5 Apparatus
5.1 Mechanical sampling device
5.2 Oven
5.3 Personal protective equipment
5.4 Quartering tray
5.5 Quartering tool
5.6 Sample container
5.7 Sample divider
5.8 Sampling tool
5.9 Thermometer
6 Sample sizes
7 Sampling procedure
7.1 General
7.2 Sampling from a truck, front-end loader or trailer