BS 8548:2017 - Page 2

What is this standard about?

It gives recommendations on metal arc welding of reinforcing steel bars produced in accordance with BS 4449 and BS 4482 and welded in accordance with the requirements of BS EN ISO 17660-1 and BS EN ISO 17660-2.

Who is this standard for?

It’s for:

• Large construction consultancies who specify steel
• Steel manufacturers
• Test houses
• Contractors who provide welding services on and off site

Why should you use this standard?

Rebar welding is becoming more widespread and it’s a feature in several key UK infrastructure projects. This has led to increasing calls from the UK industry for guidance that gives help with adopting the BS EN ISO 17660 series, which this standard now supplies.

And ultimately use of BS 8548 will help the UK industry transition to a more robust structure of qualifications and control.