ASTM Standards
The three governing ASTM specifications for hot-dip galvanizing are:
· ASTM A123/A123M: Standard Specification for Zinc (Hot-Dip Galvanized) Coatings on Iron and Steel Products
o Single pieces of steel or fabrications with different types of steel products
· ASTM A153/A153M: Standard Specification for Zinc Coating (Hot-Dip) on Iron and Hardware
o Fasteners and small products that are centrifuged after galvanizing to remove excess zinc
· ASTM A767/A767M: Standard Specification for Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) Steel Bars for Concrete Reinforcement
o Reinforcing steel or rebar