What is BS EN 13146-10 - Test methods for fastening systems about ?

BS EN 13146-10 focuses on railway applications. BS EN 13146-10 specifies a test procedure to confirm that the force necessary to pull the anchorage of a rail fastening assembly out of the sleeper or other supporting element is greater than a prescribed value (i.e., it is a 'proof load' test).

This test is for components of the fastening system which are:

Cast into concrete during the manufacture of sleepers or other supporting elements
Glued into the cast or drilled holes in concrete or
Screwed or otherwise attached to wood, plastic or steel sleepers or other supporting elements

Note: BS EN 13146-10 is not applicable to embedded rails.

Who is BS EN 13146-10 - Test methods for fastening systems for ?

BS EN 13146-10 on proof load test for pull-out resistance is useful for:

Designer and producers of rail fastening systems
Railway management authorities 
Infrastructure managers
Site supervisors 
Inspection and testing department in railways  
Train operator companies (TOCs)

Why should you use BS EN 13146-10 - Test methods for fastening systems ?

The main function of rail fastening systems is to fix rails to railway sleeper or railroad ties.

BS EN 13146-10 specifies proof load test for pull-out resistance to ensure rail fastening assembly can withstand the design load without failure or unacceptable deformation.

If you are a manufacturer of fastening systems, BS EN 13146-10 can ensure your products are safe and reliable.

Overall, compliance to the proof load test method for pull-out resistance suggested by BS EN 13146-10 can help you evaluate the dynamic fatigue strength and holding forces that ensure the operational safety of railway networks while protecting the rail against tilting.

BS EN 13146-10:2017

Railway applications. Track. Test methods for fastening systems - Proof load test for pull-out resistance

Current

Published:

31 Jan 2017