AS 1604-1993

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Specifies requirements for penetration and retention of a range of preservatives for sawn and round timber for use in conditions where the material is exposed to decay, insect and marine borer attack hazards. This Standard does not apply to plywood and veneer timber. The composition of acceptable preservatives are given, and recommended treatments and levels are listed according to the anticipated exposure conditions. Appendices give information on hardwood not susceptible to lyctid attack, hazard classifications for various applications and the natural durability of commercial timbers.

First published in part as Int.91-1945.
Int.92 first published 1945.
AS O60 first published 1956.
Int.91-1945 and Int.92-1945 revised, amalgamated and redesignated AS 1604-1974.
Int.91-1945 and Int.92-1945 withdrawn 1978.
AS O60-1956 and AS 1604-1974 revised, amalgamated and designated AS 1604-1980.
Third edition 1993.