This standard covers methods of sampling bitumen and bituminous materials, in their liquid, semi-solid or solid states supplied in any of the following forms:
a) Cans or small containers, drums, barrels and bags;
b) Solid materials in loose form;
c) Rail tank wagon and road tank trucks/lorries; and
d) Bulk storage tanks and other types of bulk storage.
Note — The provision of this standard shall be applicable to bitumen emulsions also, subject to modifications given in the relevant standards on emulsions.
IS 1201-1978 history
1978IS 1201-1978 Methods for testing tar and bituminous materials