ASTM D2047-17
Standard Test Method for Static Coefficient of Friction of Polish-Coated Flooring Surfaces as Measured by the James Machine

Standard No.

ASTM D2047-17

Release Date

2017

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

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ASTM D2047-17

Scope

1.1 This laboratory test method covers the use of the James Machine for the measurement of the static coefficient of friction of polish-coated flooring surfaces with respect to human locomotion safety. Further, this test method also establishes a compliance criterion to meet the requirement for a nonhazardous polished walkway surface. The test method is not intended for use on “wet” surfaces or on surfaces wherein the texture, projections, profile or clearance between the sculptured pattern of the surface does not permit adequate contact between the machine foot and the test surface. 1.2 This test method is the only method appropriate for testing polishes for specification compliance with the floor polish static coefficient of friction criterion. 1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard. 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

ASTM D2047-17 Referenced Document

• ASTM C1028 Standard Test Method for Determining the Static Coefficient of Friction of Ceramic Tile and Other Like Surfaces by the Horizontal Dynamometer Pull-Meter Method
• ASTM D1436 Standard Test Methods for Application of Emulsion Floor Polishes to Substrates for Testing Purposes
• ASTM D1630 Standard Test Method for Rubber Property-Abrasion Resistance (Footwear Abrader)
• ASTM D2825 Standard Terminology Relating to Polishes and Related Materials
• ASTM D4103 Standard Practice for Preparation of Substrate Surfaces for Coefficient of Friction Testing
• ASTM D6205 Standard Practice for Calibration of the James Static Coefficient of Friction Machine
• ASTM E29 Standard Practice for Using Significant Digits in Test Data to Determine Conformance with Specifications
• ASTM E456 Standard Terminology for Relating to Quality and Statistics

ASTM D2047-17 history

• 2017 ASTM D2047-17 Standard Test Method for Static Coefficient of Friction of Polish-Coated Flooring Surfaces as Measured by the James Machine
• 2011 ASTM D2047-11 Standard Test Method for Static Coefficient of Friction of Polish-Coated Flooring Surfaces as Measured by the James Machine
• 2004 ASTM D2047-04 Standard Test Method for Static Coefficient of Friction of Polish-Coated Flooring Surfaces as Measured by the James Machine
• 1999 ASTM D2047-99 Standard Test Method for Static Coefficient of Friction of Polish-Coated Floor Surfaces as Measured by the James Machine