ASTM F2157-09 (R2018) PDF Download

The ASTM F2157-09 (R2018) standard specifies the minimum performance standards, classification, and testing methodologies for synthetically surfaced running tracks. This standard's goal is to ensure the quality and safety of synthetic running tracks. It should be noted that compliance with this standard does not ensure injury prevention.

The standard specifies a number of standards that freshly installed synthetic surfaces must be tested for and meet. Imperfections, evenness, thickness, drainage, force reduction, modified vertical deformation, texture influence while wet, tensile qualities, color in gray scale, weathering, spike resistance, and flammability are among the requirements.

In any references to this specification, the document emphasizes the importance of classification. It also warns that adhering to the guidelines does not remove the possibility of damage.