ASTM E274/E274M
Standard Test Method for Skid Resistance of Paved Surfaces Using a Full-Scale Tire
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ASTM E274/E274M is the ASTM standard that addresses skid resistance testing of paved surfaces using a full-scale tire. It is commonly used when a clear, repeatable way to evaluate surface friction is needed for pavement assessment, comparison, or quality-related decisions. By focusing on a full-scale tire method, the standard supports practical testing conditions that can help users understand how a paved surface may perform in service and why measured resistance matters for safety and engineering review.
Overview of ASTM E274/E274M
The official title, Standard Test Method for Skid Resistance of Paved Surfaces Using a Full-Scale Tire, indicates a test method centered on measuring skid resistance on paved surfaces with a tire-size representation that reflects real-world contact conditions. ASTM E274/E274M is therefore relevant to technical evaluations where surface behavior under tire interaction is important. It is typically used as a reference for consistent testing practices, helping organizations compare results across projects, locations, or time periods with greater confidence.
Common use cases of ASTM E274/E274M
ASTM E274/E274M is commonly used in pavement testing, surface condition assessment, and acceptance or monitoring workflows where skid resistance is a concern. It may be applied to paved roads, airfield pavements, and other surfaced areas where tire traction matters. The standard is also useful for laboratories, field testing teams, and engineering groups that need a recognized method for evaluating pavement performance and documenting results in a consistent, technically defensible way.
Benefits of using ASTM E274/E274M
Using ASTM E274/E274M helps support more consistent skid resistance testing and clearer communication of surface performance. It can aid compliance efforts, procurement decisions, and quality control programs by providing a recognized ASTM standard method. For owners, engineers, and testers, it also reduces ambiguity when comparing results from different sites or projects. In practice, that can improve confidence in pavement evaluation and support better-informed maintenance or safety decisions.
- Full-scale tire skid resistance method
- Paved surface performance evaluation
- Field or technical testing reference
- Consistent comparison of test results
- Support for quality and safety decisions
- Publication Date: 2024-12-10
- Publisher: ASTM
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