ASTM D7008-08(2022) - 1.5.2022
 
1. Scope

1.1?This specification covers the requirements for reusable and nonreusable geosynthetic alternate daily covers (ADCs) used on the working face of municipal solid waste landfills (MSWLFs). Geosynthetic ADCs include a wide range of products including, but not limited to: reinforced film, unreinforced film, reinforced sheet, unreinforced sheet, coated geotextile, and uncoated geotextile.

1.2?This standard addresses the base ADC materials and does not address grommets, straps, or other fabricated parts.

1.3?The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard.

1.4?This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.5?This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

 
2. Referenced Documents

D882-26

Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Thin Plastic Sheeting

Geosynthetic Research Institute (GRI) Specification GM11

Accelerated Weathering of Geomembranes using a Fluorescent UVA-Condensation Exposure Device

E96/E96M-24a

Standard Test Methods for Gravimetric Determination of Water Vapor Transmission Rate of Materials (Includes all amendments and changes 11/20/2024).

D1004-21

Standard Test Method for Tear Resistance (Graves Tear) of Plastic Film and Sheeting

D4632-08

Standard Test Method for Grab Breaking Load and Elongation of Geotextiles

D4439-25a

Standard Terminology for Geosynthetics (Includes all amendments and changes 9/30/2025).

D4533-11

Standard Test Method for Trapezoid Tearing Strength of Geotextiles

D4833-07

Standard Test Method for Index Puncture Resistance of Geomembranes and Related Products

D4355-07

Standard Test Method for Deterioration of Geotextiles by Exposure to Light, Moisture and Heat in a Xenon Arc Type Apparatus