What is BS EN 12617-1 - Linear shrinkage of surface protection systems about?
BS EN 12617-1 is the first part of the BS EN 12617 multi-series that deals with products and systems for the protection and repair of concrete structures.
BS EN 12617-1 specifies a method for determining the linear shrinkage of solvent-free multicomponent cold-curing reactive resins for the protection and repair of concrete structures.
Note: BS EN 12617-1 is not suitable for rubber, elastic and very fast curing products.
Who is BS EN 12617-1 - Linear shrinkage of surface protection systems for?
BS EN 12617-1 on determining linear shrinkage for polymers and surface protection systems (SPS) is useful for:
- Manufacturers of concrete structures
- Civil engineers
- Architects
- Testing and inspection personnel
Why should you use BS EN 12617-1 - Linear shrinkage of surface protection systems?
Polymers and SPS protect the concrete structures from exposure to moisture, dirt, water and contaminants. After being applied these coatings tend to shrink after curing leaving some surface area exposed. This can result in degradation of that section and over time the complete structure.
BS EN 12617-1 helps you to determine the linear shrinkage of polymers and SPSs by providing you with detailed guidance on the apparatus requirements, and a step-by-step procedure of its test method. Overall, the test method described in BS EN 14117 enables you to identify the shrinkage values of polymers and SPSs. This can help you to apply a sufficient layer of polymers and SPSs for protecting the concrete structures.
