BS EN 12697-1 is the first part in a multi-series of European standards on bituminous mixtures.
BS EN 12697-1 describes test methods for the determination of the soluble binder content of samples of bituminous mixtures.
BS EN 12697-1 on bituminous mixtures is relevant to:
Bitumen when used as a binder in asphalt is widely used in the construction domain for road construction, paving and roofing.
BS EN 12697-1 describes a uniform approach to the testing of bituminous mixtures that allows for some variation in the specific processes used by particular laboratories.
The tests in BS EN 12697-1 assist you in determining if you need to employ solvents capable of dissolving bitumen and, in some situations, distil the solution to recover all or a portion of the bitumen.
The test methods described are suitable for quality control purposes during the production of plant mix and for checking compliance with a product specification.
A precise and valid determination of soluble binder content through the test methods under BS EN 12697-1 ensures of accurate and validated monitoring of the production processes. As a result, you can improve quality of construction materials for optimum durability and performance.
BS EN 12697-1:2020 supersedes BS EN 12697-1:2012, which is withdrawn. BS EN 12697-1:2020 includes some technical changes with respect to BS EN 12697-1:2012. These include:
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