ASTM E2634-18 PDF Download

The ASTM E2634-18 standard is intended to apply to Insulating Concrete Form (ICF) Systems used as permanent formwork for various concrete structures such as beams, lintels, walls, foundations, and retaining walls. The specification specifically applies to ICF Systems with a uniform monolithic concrete core.

The products covered by this specification consist of molded expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation panels that are interconnected with cross ties to form the ICF System. The specification identifies test methods that are appropriate for evaluating the performance of ICF Systems as stay-in-place concrete forming systems. However, it is noted that the use of ICF Systems should comply with building codes that address fire performance, structural performance, or both. The fire performance is regulated by standard fire test methods established by the appropriate governing documents, while the structural performance must comply with the design requirements of concrete structures as specified in the relevant Code.

The standard does not provide details on the manufacturing procedures of ICF Systems, as manufacturing procedures are considered outside the scope of this specification.