BS EN 1052-2:2016

What is BS EN 1052-2 - Determination of flexural strength about? 

BS EN 1052-2 is the second part of the multi-series standard that focuses on methods of test for masonry. 

BS EN 1052-2 specifies a method for determining the flexural strength of small masonry specimens for the two principal axes of loading. Guidance is given on the preparation of the specimens, the conditioning required before testing, the testing machine, the method of test, the method of calculation and the contents of the test report.  

Who is BS EN 1052-2 - Determination of flexural strength for?  

BS EN 1052-2 on determination of flexural strength is useful for: 

• Builders    
• Architects   
• Construction industries  
• Contractor  
• Manufacturers of cement and mortar   
• Manufacturers and suppliers of masonry products 
• Quality control inspectors   

Why should you use BS EN 1052-2 - Determination of flexural strength?  

Flexural strength of masonry is the strength of masonry in pure bending assuming a linear stress distribution of internal stresses  

BS EN 1052-2 specifies general principles, materials, apparatus, preparation of specimens, a procedure that helps you to carry out the test effectively.  

You can use BS EN 1015-12 to improve the quality and durability of the construction.  

What’s changed since the last update? 

BS EN 1052-2:2016 supersedes BS EN 1052-2:1999 which is withdrawn.