Bass & Hays: Engineered for Quality, Safety, and Compliance
At Bass & Hays, our commitment to quality is built into every American-made casting and fabricated product we manufacture. We adhere to the stringent standards set by ASTM International and the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) to ensure our products deliver unmatched safety, durability, and performance. When you specify Bass & Hays, you are choosing products engineered to meet the highest industry benchmarks.
What are ASTM and AASHTO Standards?
ASTM International and AASHTO are leading organizations that develop and publish technical standards for a wide range of materials, products, and services.
- ASTM International (formerly American Society for Testing and Materials): This global organization sets consensus-based standards that define material quality, manufacturing processes, and testing protocols. For castings, ASTM standards like A48 specify material properties such as tensile strength, ensuring the iron meets critical performance requirements.
- AASHTO (American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials): AASHTO sets standards specifically for use in highway design and construction. The AASHTO H-20/HS-20 standard, for example, is the benchmark for load ratings on castings used in traffic areas, ensuring they can safely withstand heavy vehicular loads.
The Importance of Adhering to Industry Standards
Compliance with ASTM and AASHTO standards is not just about following rules—it’s about guaranteeing performance and safety. These benchmarks ensure that products used in public and private infrastructure are:
- Safe and Reliable: Products are proven to withstand specified physical and environmental stresses.
- Durable and Long-Lasting: Materials and designs are optimized for a long service life, reducing replacement costs and service interruptions.
- Consistent in Quality: Standardized manufacturing and testing processes result in predictable, high-quality products every time.
By using products that meet these standards, engineers, contractors, and municipalities can be confident in the integrity and longevity of their infrastructure projects.
Bass & Hays’ Unwavering Commitment to Quality
Quality assurance is at the core of our manufacturing process. We integrate ASTM and AASHTO standards into every stage of production to deliver products you can trust.
- Material Integrity: We use high-quality raw materials and adhere to ASTM A48 standards for gray iron castings, ensuring optimal strength and durability.
- Rigorous Load Testing: Our traffic-rated castings are designed and tested to meet or exceed the demanding AASHTO H-20/HS-20 load requirements for highway use.
- Consistent Manufacturing: All our products are manufactured at our facility in Grand Prairie, Texas, under strict quality control protocols to ensure every casting meets established specifications.
- Full Transparency: We provide clear documentation and certifications confirming our products’ compliance with relevant industry standards, simplifying your approval and inspection processes.
Build with Confidence. Build with Bass & Hays.
Choose the partner that prioritizes quality and safety above all else. Our adherence to ASTM and AASHTO standards is your assurance of receiving reliable, long-lasting products for any application.
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