BS EN 12503-4:2016

What is BS EN 12503-4 - Determination of shock absorption about?  

BS EN 12503-4 discusses sports mats with a focus on pole vault and high jump mats, safety requirements. BS EN 12503-4 is the fourth part of the multi-series on sports mats that specifies a method of test for the determination of shock absorption characteristics of sports mats types 1 to 8 of EN 12503-1:2013, 9 to 11 of EN 12503-2:2016 and 12 of EN 12503-3:2001.  

Who is BS EN 12503-4 - Determination of shock absorption for? 

BS EN 12503-4 on the determination of shock absorption is useful for: 

• Manufacturers of sports mats 
• Quality testing personnel 

Why should you use BS EN 12503-4 - Determination of shock absorption?  

Gym floor mats are used for cushioning when landing from a performance. Competition Landing Mats are recommended because they provide significant shock-absorption for gymnasts sticking landings from vault, bars, and balance beam routines. 

BS EN 12503-4 specifies performance and safety values for shock absorption of the mat and anti-slip characteristics of the base. BS EN 12503-4 discusses indentors, Release mechanism, accelerometer, data capture and processing, thickness measurement, test piece, and conditioning and test temperature. 

With obedience and compliance to BS EN 12503-4, you can achieve precision in terms of product funtionality and build consumer confidence. 

What’s changed since the last update?  

BS EN 12503-4:2016 supersedes EN 12503-4:2013, which is withdrawn. BS EN 12503-4:2016 includes some technical changes with respect to EN 12503-4:2013. 

These include: 

• Normative references updated 
• Requirement and test method for high-jump and pole vault mats precised (Type 9, 10 and 11)