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Acoustic Noise<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

Safety Requirements for Protective Railings<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

Decking and Subframe<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

Adhesive and Fixings<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

Wind Loads<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

Additional Test Reports and Data<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Many of our products are rigorously tested and we have the Test Reports available to view and download.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Acoustic Noise<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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BS EN 16272-1:2012<\/td>\nThis standard outlines the technical and acoustic requirements<\/strong> for trackside noise barriers<\/strong> used in railway applications. Its purpose is to ensure that these barriers effectively reduce noise from passing trains and meet performance and durability expectations.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
BS EN 16272-2:2012<\/td>\nThis part of the standard specifies the mechanical and structural requirements<\/strong> for trackside noise barriers<\/strong> used in railway environments, ensuring they are safe, stable, and durable under various physical stresses.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
BS EN 1793-1:2017<\/td>\nThis standard describes how to measure the sound absorption performance<\/strong> of noise-reducing devices (like noise barriers) used along roads.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
BS EN 1793-1:2018<\/td>\nThis standard specifies the test method<\/strong> for measuring the intrinsic sound absorption<\/strong> of materials used in road traffic noise barriers under diffuse sound field<\/strong> conditions.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

To understand the test conditions that meet the standard, it\u2019s important to always refer to the test reports<\/strong>. You can find the appropriate test report below.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Safety Requirements for Protective Railings<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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BS EN 6180:2011<\/td>\nThis standard specifies the requirements for the design, strength, and installation of protective railings to prevent falls from heights<\/strong> in buildings and structures.<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
BS 6399:Part 1<\/td>\nThis standard provides the minimum recommended imposed loads <\/b>applying to new buildings, alterations to existing structures and existing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
BS 4592<\/td>\nThis standard specifies the design, materials<\/strong>, and safety requirements<\/strong> for industrial flooring<\/strong>, stair treads<\/strong>, and handrails<\/strong> used in load-bearing applications.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
BS 8300<\/td>\nThis standard provides <\/b>guidance on designing buildings and their surroundings to be accessible <\/b>and inclusive for disabled people.<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

To understand the test conditions that meet the standard, it\u2019s important to always refer to the test reports<\/strong>. You can find the appropriate test report below.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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We offer a wide range of systems that meet the above standards. To determine the loading you need and which systems comply with those requirements, try our new Brundle Loading Selector!<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>

Use Loadings Selector for BS EN 6180:2011<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Decking and Subframe<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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The standard outlines the method for testing the slip resistance of floor surfaces<\/strong> using a device called the pendulum tester<\/strong>.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
EN 13501-1:2018<\/td>\nThe standard outlines the European system for classifying the fire performance<\/strong> (reaction to fire) of construction materials,<\/strong> such as walls<\/strong>, floors<\/strong>, and insulation<\/strong>, based on standardised tests.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
EN ISO 1716:2010<\/td>\nThe specification outlines a method to determine the total heat release (gross calorific value)<\/strong> of construction products when completely burned, using a bomb calorimeter<\/strong>, and is used to assess their contribution to fire development<\/strong>.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

To understand the test conditions that meet the standard, it\u2019s important to always refer to the test reports<\/strong>. You can find the appropriate test report below.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Adhesive and Fixings<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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To understand the test conditions that meet the standard, it\u2019s important to always refer to the test reports<\/strong>. You can find the appropriate test report below.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

Wind Loads<\/h2>

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Wind Loading Test<\/td>\nWind loading tests are conducted to assess how structures or components respond to forces exerted by wind. These tests simulate wind pressure\u2014often using systems like air bags, fans, or hydraulic actuators\u2014to apply controlled, distributed loads to a structure.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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This standard focuses on the non-acoustic performance of road traffic noise reducing devices, specifically their mechanical and stability characteristics, safety, and environmental impact<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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Fire Tests<\/h2>

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BS 476<\/td>\nFire tests for building materials and structures, measuring fire resistance (load-bearing capacity, integrity, insulation) and reaction to fire.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

To understand the test conditions that meet the standard, it\u2019s important to always refer to the test reports<\/strong>. You can find the appropriate test report below.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Additional Test Reports and Data<\/h2>

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