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Calibration of Bitumen Sprayers: Volumetric Calibration of Bitumen Pumping Systems
- Publication no: AGPT-T531-18
- Published: 19 June 2018
- Edition: 5.0
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This test method is for bitumen sprayers, as specified in AGPT/T530 Calibration of bitumen sprayers: general introduction and list of methods.
It sets out the procedures for determining pump volumetric output, and is based on the approach of using a trough capture system and a suitable calibration fluid.
This test method can also be downloaded as a Word document.
Edition 5.0 published May 2025
- Safety Disclaimer added.
Edition 4.0 published October 2016
Edition 3.0 published September 2012
Edition 2.0 published February 2012
Edition 1.0 published June 2005
- 1. Preface
- 2. Scope
- 3. Safety Disclaimer
- 4. References
- 5. Equipment
- 5.1 Calibration Fluid
- 5.2 Timing Device
- 6. Procedure
- 6.1 Requirements for Bitumen Pump Output Test
- 6.2 Pump Output Test Procedure
- 6.3 Calculations
- 7. Acceptance Criteria
- 8. Reporting
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