What is BS EN 13391 - Mechanical tests for post-tensioning systems about?
BS EN 13391 is applicable to mechanical tests for post-tensioning systems that specify the test procedures for the anchorages and couplings of post-tensioning systems. BS EN 13391 is to be used in conjunction with the relevant European Standards ENV 1992-1-1 and ENV 1992-2 and others pertaining to prestressed concrete structures.
Note: For unbonded tendons, additional tests and requirements are needed and these are not covered in the present scope of BS EN 13391.
Who is BS EN 13391 - Mechanical tests for post-tensioning systems for?
BS EN 13391 on mechanical tests for post-tensioning systems is useful for:
- Construction industries
- Civil engineers
- Contractors
- Builders
- Testing laboratories of post-tensioning systems
- Manufacturers, suppliers and installers of post-tensioning systems types of equipment
Why should you use BS EN 13391 - Mechanical tests for post-tensioning systems?
Post-tensioning system is the arrangement of tendons and anchorages to carry out post-tensioning.
BS EN 13391 includes tests and requirements for post-tensioning anchorages and supplementary tests to standardize the required mechanical tests for post-tensioning systems. Also, To prove the reliability of a post-tensioning system and to make technical information available for its application on the construction site, it may be necessary to carry out supplementary tests.
Overall, you can use BS EN 13391 for the acquisition of the Technical Approval of the specified post-tensioning system.
