What is BS EN 512 - Fibre-cement pressure pipes and joints about?
BS EN 512 is a European Standard on fibre-cement products that discusses fibre-cement pipes and joints. The main aim of BS EN 512 is to provide the best industry guidelines to ensure the quality and strength of pipes used for the transmission of water under pressure.
BS EN 512 specifies the characteristics of fibre-cement pipes and joints for use under pressure for conveying potable and non-potable water and sewage.
Who is BS EN 512 - Fibre-cement pressure pipes and joints for?
BS EN 512 on fibre-cement pressure pipes and joints is useful for:
- Manufacturers of pipes and fittings materials
- Manufacturers of pipeline parts for external sewage systems
- Fibre-cement manufacturers and suppliers
- Personnel of water treatment facilities
- Quality control and testing personnel
- Inspection bodies
Why should you use BS EN 512 - Fibre-cement pressure pipes and joints?
A fibre/asbestos cement pipe also known as a transite pipe is a corrosion-resistant pipe made of cement and asbestos fibres that are frequently used in water drainage systems. Because asbestos fibres and dust are detrimental to one's health, particular precautions must be taken when working with this substance if airborne particles are formed. This pipe has been utilised in both pressurised and unpressurized systems.
In this regard, BS EN 512 covers the composition, classification, geometrical, mechanical and physical characteristics, acceptance tests and type tests of pipes and joints.
BS EN 512 defines the acceptable quality level of fibre-cement pressure pipes and joints, including factory quality control, third-party certification, and inspection of a consignment of finished products.
As a result, if you are a manufacturer of fibre-cement pressure pipes and joints, complying with BS EN 512 can demonstrate the performance and reliability of your products.
Overall, the fibre-cement pipes and flexible joints used in force mains should comply with BS EN 512, which specifies the hydrostatic classification for pipe diameters from DN 50–DN 2500 in pipe lengths of 3, 4, and 5 m.
