BHMA® Product Numbering System
The BHMA® product numbering system is a standardized method used to identify and classify builders' hardware products. Each ANSI/BHMA standard includes an explanation of the product numbering code specific to…
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Standards Development Tracking Chart Overview
The Standards Development Tracking Chart is a comprehensive tool that monitors the progress of each ANSI/BHMA standard throughout its revision cycle. It serves as a visual representation of the current…
BHMA Hardware Highlights Series
BHMA has created the Hardware Highlights series, which consists of one-page summaries for each standard in the ANSI/BHMA A156 series. These summaries provide a concise overview of each standard. For…
Product Grade Levels in ANSI/BHMA Standards
Several ANSI/BHMA standards categorize hardware items into different product grades (grade 1, 2, or 3, with grade 1 being the highest) based on: Progressive performance benchmarks set in each applicable…
ANSI/BHMA Standards Overview
The Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (BHMA®) stands as the exclusive entity recognized by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) for the formulation and governance of performance standards across a diverse…
Wood Adhesives Standards Overview
The following are some key standards related to wood adhesives: D5572-95(2019): Standard specification for adhesives used for finger joints in nonstructural lumber products. D7998-19: Standard test method for measuring the…
Metal Bonding Adhesives Standards Overview
The following are some key standards related to metal bonding adhesives: D1183-03(2019): Standard practices for resistance of adhesives to cyclic laboratory aging conditions. D1184-98(2020): Standard test method for flexural strength…
Construction Adhesive Standards Overview
Adhesive standards play a crucial role in the assessment and testing of adhesive materials. These standards enable companies worldwide to evaluate the performance and properties of adhesives and their components.…
Construction Standards Overview
The global construction industry has maintained a strong and fruitful partnership with standards organizations, contributing to the development and innovation of constructing homes, plants, roads, airports, and various other structures…
Cast Iron Standards: Ensuring Quality and Durability in Metalworks
Introduction Cast iron is a group of iron-carbon alloys with a carbon content greater than 2%. It is a fundamental material used in a wide range of applications, from automotive…
Cement Standards and Concrete Standards: Ensuring Quality and Durability in Construction
Introduction In the world of construction, two materials stand out as the backbone of infrastructure: cement and concrete. These materials are crucial in building structures that are strong, durable, and…