ASTM C1060-23
Standard Practice for Thermographic Inspection of Insulation Installations in Envelope Cavities of Frame Buildings

Standard No.

ASTM C1060-23

Release Date

2023

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

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ASTM C1060-23

Scope

1.1 This practice is a guide to the proper use of infrared imaging systems for conducting qualitative thermal inspections of building walls, ceilings, roofs, and floors, framed in wood or metal, that contain insulation in the spaces between framing members. This procedure allows the detection of cavities where insulation is inadequate or missing and allows identification of areas with apparently adequate insulation. 1.2 This practice offers reliable means for detecting suspected missing insulation. It also offers the possibility of detecting partial-thickness insulation, improperly installed insulation, or insulation damaged in service. Proof of missing insulation or a malfunctioning envelope requires independent validation. Validation techniques, such as visual inspection or in-situ R-value measurement, are beyond the scope of this practice. 1.3 This practice is limited to frame construction even though thermography is used on all building types. (ISO 6781) 1.4 Instrumentation and calibration required under a variety of environmental conditions are described. Instrumentation requirements and measurement procedures are considered for inspections from both inside and outside the structure. Each vantage point offers visual access to areas hidden from the other side. 1.5 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. 1.6 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. Specific precautionary statements are given in Note 1 and Note 3. 1.7 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 C1060-23 Referenced Document

• ASTM C168 Standard Terminology Relating to Thermal Insulation
• ASTM E1213 Standard Test Method for Minimum Resolvable Temperature Difference for Thermal Imaging Systems
• ISO 6781 Thermal insulation; Qualitative detection of thermal irregularities in building envelopes; Infrared method

ASTM C1060-23 history

• 2023 ASTM C1060-23 Standard Practice for Thermographic Inspection of Insulation Installations in Envelope Cavities of Frame Buildings
• 2011 ASTM C1060-11a(2015) Standard Practice for Thermographic Inspection of Insulation Installations in Envelope Cavities of Frame Buildings
• 2011 ASTM C1060-11a Standard Practice for Thermographic Inspection of Insulation Installations in Envelope Cavities of Frame Buildings
• 2011 ASTM C1060-11 Standard Practice for Thermographic Inspection of Insulation Installations in Envelope Cavities of Frame Buildings
• 1990 ASTM C1060-90(2003) Standard Practice for Thermographic Inspection of Insulation Installations in Envelope Cavities of Frame Buildings
• 1997 ASTM C1060-90(1997)e1 Standard Practice for Thermographic Inspection of Insulation Installations in Envelope Cavities of Frame Buildings