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Document ID:   ASTM-A588/A588M       Scroll down to access document images

Overview
Title:  High-Strength Low-Alloy Structural Steel, up to 50 ksi [345 MPa] Minimum Yield Point, with Atmospheric Corrosion Resistance
Scope:  This specification covers high-strength low-alloy structural steel shapes, plates, and bars for welded, riveted, or bolted construction but intended primarily fo use in welded bridges and buildings where savings in weight or added durability are important.
Status:  Active Adoption Date:  09-MAY-1989      
  Next Review Due:  29-JUN-2034
9520 Doc Category:   American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)  
Reaffirmation Date:  01-JUL-2024

Responsibilities
Lead Standardization Activity:  CQ  DLA Troop Support - Construction and Equipment Items of Supply Standardizat  
  Adopting Activity: YD  Naval Facilities Engineering Command
Coordination:  Full  
Army Custodian:  MR   Army Research Laboratory, Weapons and Materials Research Directorate  
Navy Custodian:  YD   Naval Facilities Engineering Command  
Air Force Custodian:  184   Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Warner Robins  

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