SOCIETIES
AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING MATERIALS.
Washington, D. C., March, 19, 1906.
Committee “S”, on Waterproofing Materials of the American Society for Testing Materials, held its second meeting in the rooms of the Chemist Club in New York City, on February 28, 1906.
As there are two distinct classes of waterproofing materials, the Committee has been divided into two sub-committees, “A” and “B. ” Committee “A” is to study waterproofing materials that are mixed with cements or motars to render them impervious and also washes that are applied to the exterior of concrete and masonry. Committee ʼʼB” is on bituminous waterproofing; that is, that class of waterproofing where a bitumen is applied to a structure, either with or without some medium such as felt and paper and specially prepared cloth.
A brief discussion was entered into at the meeting as to the scope of the work of the Committee. It was decided that, even though the success of waterproofing often largely depends on the proper designing of the structure, it was hardly the province of the Committee to recommend designs for waterproofing construction. After an interesting discussion as to how the subject of waterproofing materials should be studied, it was decided that, while the principal details of this should be left to the Chairmen of the sub-committees, the subject, however, is of such importance and so often neglected that the necessity of giving it closer attention will be brought before the Society in a preamble to the report of the
Chairman of the Committee. The investigation should be along the following lines: (a) Whether or not the waterproofing materials act injuriously on the mediums with which they are applied, such as felt, canvas, etc., or, if applied direct to the structure, will they act injuriously on the concrete or metal to which they are applied; (b) a study of the permanency of waterproofing materials under surrounding conditions, such as water-gas drip and aging by oxidation by molecular change, etc.
It is the purpose of the Committee to issue a circular-letter to all manufacturers of waterproofing materials, asking them for descriptions of their material and how it is applied, and whether they would be willing to have their materials examined and the results of such examinations published.
It is also the purpose of the Committee to send circular-letters to all engineers and architects that might be informed on waterproofing for suggestions as to materials and methods of waterproofing.
After an exhibition of various waterproofing materials by various members of the Committee and a discussion of their practical value, the meeting adjourned.
The following day was spent by the Committee visiting various types of waterproofing in the city.
It will be of great aid to the Committee to receive any information on the subject of waterproofing, and it is hoped that any one having any information on the subject, no matter how small, will communicate with the Secretary of the Committee, Mr. A. W. Dow, District Building, Washington, D. C. A. W. Dow, Secretary.
SAN FRANCISCO CHAPTER, A. I. A.
The Fire Committee recently consulted with Henry Schultz, William Curlett, William Mooser and other architects representing the local Chapter of the American Institute of Architects who oppose a bill suggested by the Fire Department requiring an extra staircase and fire-escape in Class A” buildings. They thought that a modification of the proposed measure should be made to apply to small buildings, where one staircase not connected with the elevator shaft might be sufficient. A further conference will be held before action is taken.
PITTSBURGH CHAPTER, A. I. A.
Fifteen young architects of Pittsburgh are working hard on the competition recently announced by the Pittsburgh Chapter, American Institute of Architects, by which a $250 traveling scholarship will be given as first prize and $50 in cash as second prize. The preliminary examination was held March 3, when the architects submitted their main idea for the building proposed and made brief sketches of same. On April 16 the final sketches, with all required details, will be submitted to the committee of the Chapter and the awards announced a few days after. The subject chosen for the drawing is a residence to be built on the corner of two 60-ft. streets in the extreme East End and to contain not over 4, 500 cubic feet of space. The house is to be designed for a family of four, whose tastes are cultured, but modest. The streets are lined with shade trees and the lot has a slope to the rear of some five feet, making it possible for an excellent perspective effect.
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AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING MATERIALS.
Washington, D. C., March, 19, 1906.
Committee “S”, on Waterproofing Materials of the American Society for Testing Materials, held its second meeting in the rooms of the Chemist Club in New York City, on February 28, 1906.
As there are two distinct classes of waterproofing materials, the Committee has been divided into two sub-committees, “A” and “B. ” Committee “A” is to study waterproofing materials that are mixed with cements or motars to render them impervious and also washes that are applied to the exterior of concrete and masonry. Committee ʼʼB” is on bituminous waterproofing; that is, that class of waterproofing where a bitumen is applied to a structure, either with or without some medium such as felt and paper and specially prepared cloth.
A brief discussion was entered into at the meeting as to the scope of the work of the Committee. It was decided that, even though the success of waterproofing often largely depends on the proper designing of the structure, it was hardly the province of the Committee to recommend designs for waterproofing construction. After an interesting discussion as to how the subject of waterproofing materials should be studied, it was decided that, while the principal details of this should be left to the Chairmen of the sub-committees, the subject, however, is of such importance and so often neglected that the necessity of giving it closer attention will be brought before the Society in a preamble to the report of the
Chairman of the Committee. The investigation should be along the following lines: (a) Whether or not the waterproofing materials act injuriously on the mediums with which they are applied, such as felt, canvas, etc., or, if applied direct to the structure, will they act injuriously on the concrete or metal to which they are applied; (b) a study of the permanency of waterproofing materials under surrounding conditions, such as water-gas drip and aging by oxidation by molecular change, etc.
It is the purpose of the Committee to issue a circular-letter to all manufacturers of waterproofing materials, asking them for descriptions of their material and how it is applied, and whether they would be willing to have their materials examined and the results of such examinations published.
It is also the purpose of the Committee to send circular-letters to all engineers and architects that might be informed on waterproofing for suggestions as to materials and methods of waterproofing.
After an exhibition of various waterproofing materials by various members of the Committee and a discussion of their practical value, the meeting adjourned.
The following day was spent by the Committee visiting various types of waterproofing in the city.
It will be of great aid to the Committee to receive any information on the subject of waterproofing, and it is hoped that any one having any information on the subject, no matter how small, will communicate with the Secretary of the Committee, Mr. A. W. Dow, District Building, Washington, D. C. A. W. Dow, Secretary.
SAN FRANCISCO CHAPTER, A. I. A.
The Fire Committee recently consulted with Henry Schultz, William Curlett, William Mooser and other architects representing the local Chapter of the American Institute of Architects who oppose a bill suggested by the Fire Department requiring an extra staircase and fire-escape in Class A” buildings. They thought that a modification of the proposed measure should be made to apply to small buildings, where one staircase not connected with the elevator shaft might be sufficient. A further conference will be held before action is taken.
PITTSBURGH CHAPTER, A. I. A.
Fifteen young architects of Pittsburgh are working hard on the competition recently announced by the Pittsburgh Chapter, American Institute of Architects, by which a $250 traveling scholarship will be given as first prize and $50 in cash as second prize. The preliminary examination was held March 3, when the architects submitted their main idea for the building proposed and made brief sketches of same. On April 16 the final sketches, with all required details, will be submitted to the committee of the Chapter and the awards announced a few days after. The subject chosen for the drawing is a residence to be built on the corner of two 60-ft. streets in the extreme East End and to contain not over 4, 500 cubic feet of space. The house is to be designed for a family of four, whose tastes are cultured, but modest. The streets are lined with shade trees and the lot has a slope to the rear of some five feet, making it possible for an excellent perspective effect.
PENNSYLVANIA RUBBER TILING
Manufactured under letters Patent 708, 472 and sold exclusively by us and
our representatives
Pennsylvania Rubber Co.
JEANNETTE, PA.
The Mansions of England in the Olden Time
By JOSEPH NASH
One Hundred and Four Plates of Great Interest and Artistic Value. Supplement to the INTERNATIONAL
STUDIO.
A Few Copies Remain. No Reissue. 4to, $5. 00 net. Postage, 35 cts.
This special number of the International Studio consists for the most part of very handsome engarvings, printed in sepia, of the stately homes of mediaeval England. The banquet and drawing rooms, baronial halls, bedrooms, courts and galleries of such historic mansions as Haddon Hall, Broughton Castle, Bramshill, Setton Place, Moat House, Levens, Hatfield, Hampton Court and Crew Hall, are shown with the picturesquely-dressed people of the days of their first glory, giving life to the pictures. As many of these ancestral esiates exist comparatively unchanged to-day, save in the garb of their occupants, this album of engravings is unusually interesting. Mr. C. Harrison Townsend writes the introduction and the work is edited by Charles Holme.
THE
International STUDIO
The Monthly Magazine of Fine and Applied Arts.
50c. a copy. $5. 00 a year
THE STANDARD IN AMERICA AND
EUROPE.
ALL ARCHITECTS should keep THE INTERNATIONAL STUDIO on file. It keeps its readers in touch with all the latest Architectural work of merit. Beginning with the October Number there will appear a Special Series of Articles on the Current Work of our foremost Architects.
SEND FOR NEW CATALOGUE.
JOHN LANE COMPANY, N. Y.
THE BODLEY HEAD, 67 Fifth Avenue