BS EN 1537:2013

What is BS EN 1537-Ground anchors for special geotechnical works about?  

BS EN 1537 is a European Standard that discusses execution of special geotechnical works. The aim of this document is to help maintain the structural stability and integrity of your civil engineering works. 

BS EN 1537 gives best industry recommendations on the use of ground anchors for geotechnical works carried out on engineering and building projects.  

BS EN 1537 covers ground anchors grouted into the ground which are stressed and tested. They can be used for permanent or temporary applications. 

Note: For the purpose of this standard the term ‘anchor(s)’ refers to ‘ground anchor(s)’. 

Who is BS EN 1537- Ground anchors for special geotechnical works for? 

BS EN 1537 on the ground anchors is useful for: 

• Engineering geologists 
• Geotechnical and environmental engineers 
• Geotechnical and construction managers 
• Project managers 
• Health and safety executives 

Why should you use BS EN 1537- Ground anchors for special geotechnical works?  

Ground anchors also known as earth anchors are a critical geotechnical component for resisting destabilizing forces in structures and slopes.  

BS EN 1537 provides the most up-to-date guidelines and recommendations covering the technical use of anchors grouted into the ground which is stressed and tested. These can be used for permanent or temporary applications and cover both construction and supervision requirements.  

BS EN 1537 provides drilling methods to cause minimum adverse ground disturbance in order to maintain ground conditions most beneficial for the anchor performance and: 

• Prevent the collapse of the borehole wall during drilling and tendon installation (where necessary a casing should be utilized) 
• Minimize loosening of the surrounding ground in cohesionless soils, 
• Minimize the change of groundwater levels, and 
• Minimize softening of the surface of the borehole wall in cohesive soils and degradable rocks 

With best industry guidance on ground anchors, you can ensure that the anchor systems impart adequate support and stability for your engineering needs. 

What’s changed since the last update?  

BS EN 1537:2013 supersedes BS EN 1537:2000 which is withdrawn. BS EN 1537:2013 has been editorially revised with the following changes: 

• Definitions and terminology brought into accordance with the definitions and terminology of EN 1997-1:2004, Eurocode 7, in particular with Section 8 
• Alignment of this European Standard with prEN ISO 22477-5 
• Structural revisions to match the structure of this standard with that of other standards for special geotechnical works, e.g. EN 1536, Execution of special geotechnical work — Bored piles and EN 1538, 
• Execution of special geotechnical work — Diaphragm walls 
• General revision in accordance with comments received during the CEN Enquiry, 2010 
• Update of references