What is BS EN 15806 - Static brake testing for railway vehicles about?
BS EN 15806 is a European standard that discusses braking for railway vehicles. BS EN 15806 outlines generic static tests requirements for the braking systems for all types of railways vehicles to ensure the proper functioning of railway brakes.
The methods of test and acceptance criteria are described under BS EN 15806.
BS EN 15806 applies to brake systems on:
- All new vehicle designs of vehicles
- All new constructions of existing vehicle types
- All major overhauls of the above-mentioned vehicles if they involve redesigning or extensive alteration to the brake system of the vehicle concerned
Note 1: BS EN 15806 does not apply to special transport systems (suspended monorail, rack, pinion lines, etc.), nor investigative and supplementary tests.
Note2: Static tests conducted in normal service before the departure of the train are not considered in BS EN 15806.
Who is BS EN 15806 - Static brake testing for railway vehicles for?
BS EN 15806 on the static brake testing for railway vehicles is useful for:
- Manufacturers of braking systems
- Operators of the braking systems
- Any entity involved in the testing of braking systems
- Maintenance staff
- Test centres
- Regulatory authorities
Why should you use BS EN 15806 - Static brake testing for railway vehicles?
A brake test is a test that aims to prove that a brake system complies with the requirements in terms of function and performance. Static tests are tests that are carried out whilst the vehicles and/or train are stationary and that may be part of the tests for the acceptance of a rail vehicle into service. BS EN 15806 covers the static brake type and routine testing of brake systems.
BS EN 15806 guideline assists you with general test requirements, general environmental conditions, tests conditions, test requirements, brake controls, brake application system tests, test procedures, and test reports on static brake testing for railway vehicles. This assists in the proper assessment of the braking systems after their production to ensure safe use and prevent hazards or accidents.
With obedience and compliance to BS EN 15806, you can properly assess the braking systems of railway vehicles using static brake testing. In addition, ensure compliance with the assessment of conformity after manufacturing.
