BS EN 13880-6:2019

What is BS EN 13880‑6 about?  

BS EN 13880 is a multi-series of European standard on hot applied joint sealants. 

BS EN 13880‑6 is the sixth part of the multi-series that is applicable to hot-applied joint sealants and methods for sample preparation. Adopting best industry guidance methods of sample preparation aid in ensuring durability of construction materials.  

BS EN 13880‑6 describes a method for heating of the test sample and pouring of test specimens for testing hot-applied joint sealants for use in joints in concrete pavements for roads, airfields and other trafficked areas. 

Who is BS EN 13880‑6 for?  

BS EN 13880‑6 on hot applied joint sealants is relevant to: 

• Manufacturers of sealants 
• Construction industry 
• Civil engineers 

Why should you use BS EN 13880‑6?  

Given that concrete can expand and contract with a drastic variation in temperature, the testing of hot-applied joint sealants under BS EN 13880‑6 allows for production of high-quality sealants that prolong service life of the roads and pavements.  

Overall, compliance with the BS EN 13880-6 for the preparation of an accurate representative test sample, will help you make the right selection of construction materials for your engineering needs.  

What’s changed since the last update?  

BS EN 13880‑6:2019 supersedes BS EN 13880‑6:2004, which is withdrawn. The major change in this edition is in the apparatus, as given below: 

• In Clause 5, the method has been opened to make it possible to use any heating equipment, providing a uniform heating of the sealant sample 
• In Clause 6, the heating temperature and heating time has been more specific. The heating time has been changed from 6h to 4h