ASTM A1107/A1107M-17 PDF Download

ASTM A1107/A1107M-17 is a standard specification that outlines the design, material, and minimum performance requirements for resilient connectors used to connect reinforced concrete structures to corrugated steel drainage pipes. These connectors are specifically designed to provide a secure seal between the pipe and manholes or other structures, ensuring that they can withstand internal and external hydrostatic pressures of less than 10.8 psi [74 KPa].

The testing carried out under this standard focuses on hydrostatic pressures. It is important to note that air and vacuum pressure testing are not addressed in this standard as they involve different testing protocols. Additionally, the testing conducted under this standard is limited to laboratory environments for the purpose of proof of design certification. Actual field performance testing would fall under individual project performance standards or pipeline acceptance criteria, which are outside the scope of this standard.

It is worth mentioning that the infiltration or exfiltration quantities in an installed system are influenced by various factors beyond the connections between manhole structures and pipes. Therefore, this standard does not cover the allowable quantities, which must be specified separately and tested accordingly to ensure the integrity of the entire pipeline system.