ASTM adopts new standard for hot-dip galvanizing of fasteners

ASTM Committee F16 on fasteners has adopted a new standard F 2329 Specification for zinc coating, Hot-Dip and Special Threaded Fasteners. the standard addresses the coating of threaded fasteners and washers by hot-dip galvanizing. ASTM F 2329 relies on ASTM A 153 to address the processing parameters and general requirements of hot-dip galvanizing. the new standard addresses concerns and requirements that are specific to the coating of threaded fasteners. This specification is intended for fasteners that are handled as batches in galvanizing baskets and spun to remove excess galvanizing batch metal. The adoption of F 2329 is a significant success for ASTM Committee F16 on Fasteners and is more appropriate and applicable standard for galvanizing threaded fasteners. ASTM F 2329 is a valuable resource for its users and it also will lead to improved products by addressing the elements that are critical to the fasteners.