ISO 1029-1974 PDF

Full title and description

ISO 1029:1974 — Coniferous sawn timber — Defects — Classification. Defines a standardized classification of visible defects for coniferous sawn timber (unplaned or surfaced to size but without profiling); replaces earlier R 1029 and is issued as a trilingual international edition.

Abstract

Covers the identification and classification of defects in coniferous sawn timber. The standard specifies terminology and classification criteria applicable to unplaned sawn timber and timber surfaced to size or planed (without profiling), with related terms referenced to ISO 1031.

General information

• Status: Published — international standard (confirmed in ISO systematic review 2024).
• Publication date: December 1974 (Edition 1, 1974-12-01).
• Publisher: International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
• ICS / categories: 79.040 — Wood, sawlogs and sawn timber.
• Edition / version: Edition 1 (1974).
• Number of pages: 6 pages.

(General information summary based on ISO bibliographic records and national standards catalogues.)

Scope

Applies to coniferous sawn timber in its unplaned form and to timber surfaced to size or planed but not profiled. The standard establishes definitions and a defect-classification scheme to enable consistent grading, inspection and communication about visible defects in coniferous sawn timber; related definitions are referenced to ISO 1031. It replaces the earlier R 1029 document.

Key topics and requirements

• Definitions of terms and defect types relevant to coniferous sawn timber (cross-references to ISO 1031).
• A classification scheme for visible defects (naming, categories and basic criteria for identification).
• Application limits: intended for unplaned timber and timber surfaced to size or planed without profiling.
• Use as a reference for grading, inspection and commercial description of coniferous sawn timber.

These key topics summarise the scope and structure given in the standard’s bibliographic and preview descriptions.

Typical use and users

Used by sawmills, timber graders, quality inspectors, timber merchants, procurement teams, standards bodies and laboratories involved in timber grading and trade. It is a reference for contract specifications, inspection checklists and educational material for personnel who classify or purchase coniferous sawn timber.

Related standards

Directly references ISO 1031 for related terms and definitions and replaces R 1029 (its predecessor). It is part of the body of ISO work on timber and wood products maintained under ISO/TC 218; users will commonly consult other ISO and regional standards on timber grading, durability and structural requirements alongside ISO 1029.

Keywords

ISO 1029, coniferous sawn timber, defects, classification, timber grading, wood standards, ISO/TC 218, ISO 1031.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ISO 1029:1974 is an international standard that defines the classification of visible defects in coniferous sawn timber (unplaned or surfaced to size but without profiling).

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers terminology and a defect-classification scheme for coniferous sawn timber intended to be used for grading, inspection and commercial description; related terms are referenced to ISO 1031.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Sawyers, timber graders, inspection bodies, timber merchants, procurement and quality personnel, and standards committees working with wood and timber products.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The 1974 edition remains published and was reviewed and confirmed in ISO’s systematic review process in 2024; it is therefore still listed as current in ISO’s catalogue. Users should always check for more recent regional or application-specific standards if needed.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: It is associated with ISO/TC 218 work on timber and references ISO 1031 for terms and definitions; it also replaces the earlier R 1029 document. Practitioners often consult it alongside other ISO and regional timber standards.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Coniferous sawn timber, defects, classification, grading, ISO 1029, timber inspection, ISO 1031.