BS EN 13887 specifies the usual procedures for the preparation of component surfaces prior to bonding for either laboratory evaluation or the process of construction.
BS EN 13887 does not provide a means of identifying the most appropriate method of preparation. This can only be determined, in particular instances, with regard to the manufacturing process and the eventual use of the bonded items. However, in any event, the method used, should be both compatible with evolving National legislation and EC regulations and represent the least hazardous means of achieving the performance required.
BS EN 13887 is applicable to metal and plastic surfaces that are commonly encountered. These comprise the following metal and plastic families – the latter including filled versions and suitable paints :
BS EN 13887 on structural adhesives is for:
In order to achieve the optimum environmental durability from a bonded joint, the traditional preparative approach usually, though not necessarily, consists of three sequential steps:
BS EN 13887 provides structural guidelines for surface preparation of metals and plastics prior to adhesive bonding.
BS EN 13887 provides you with apparatus, sampling, transport, storage, and preparation of test pieces, preparation of reagents and apparatus, pre-treatment of test pieces, test procedure, and much more.
The specifications given in BS EN 13887 enable you to standardize the quality of adhesives which contributes a lot to maintaining the high quality and efficient functioning.
EN 13887:2003