Report Number: 109962-1

CLIENT:

JB Engineering & Code Consulting

1661 Cardinal Drive

Munster, IN 46321

Attn: Julius Ballanco

SUBJECT:

Evaluation of Plastic Pipe Fittings used in Duct Systems.

SAMPLE ID:

19 plastic pipe fittings were received from the client on 5/28/98. The samples were received in good condition.

PROCEDURE:

The fittings were evaluated in accordance with ASTM D 2665-97, Section 6.3.2. The fittings were loaded with 750lbf/ft of centerline length. The fittings were then checked for cracking or any other signs of failure.

TEST DATE:

6/29/1998

RESULTS:

The test data and results are on the following page.

CONCLUSION:

The fittings do comply with the requirements of ASTM D 2665-97, Section 6.3.2 (which exceeds ASTM D 2412).

CERTIFICATION:

The tests reported here were conducted under the continuous, direct supervision of SGS U.S. Testing Company Inc., Tulsa, OK.