Federal Register #260902-0004

NIST Requests Public Comment on Revised Wood Structural Panel Standard

NIST, part of the Department of Commerce, is requesting public comment on a proposed revision to Voluntary Product Standard PS 2-25 for wood structural panels. - Government Buyer: - National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Department of Commerce - OEMs and Vendors: - APA--The Engineered Wood Association (formerly American Plywood Association) coordinated the revision - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured; request is for public input on the revised standard - Notable Requirements: - Proposed standard covers adhesive bond performance, panel construction, workmanship, dimensions, tolerances, moisture content, certification, marking, and quality assurance - Includes updated definitions, bending strength information, new panel categories, revised test procedures, and enhanced marking and certification protocols - Revision prepared by the Standard Review Committee and approved by the PS 2 Standing Committee - Purpose: - To establish updated physical properties and structural performance criteria for wood structural panels used in construction sheathing and single floor applications

Description

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is requesting public comments on a proposed revision of Voluntary Product Standard PS 2-25, which establishes physical properties and structural performance criteria for wood structural panels used primarily for construction sheathing and single floor applications. The revision was coordinated by the APA--The Engineered Wood Association and approved by the PS 2 Standing Committee. The standard aims to provide a common understanding among manufacturers, distributors, and users of these wood structural panels. Comments are invited to be submitted to NIST by October 13, 2026.

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