What is PD CEN/TR 16563 - Principles of the EDP of concrete about?
The Equivalent Durability Procedure (EDP) is a scheme that builds on the traditional method of ensuring durable concrete by specifying established limiting values in terms of maximum w/c ratio, minimum cement content etc.
PD CEN/TR 16563 is the technical report that sets out the principles of the EDP.
Who is PD CEN/TR 16563 - Principles of the EDP of concrete for?
PD CEN/TR 16563 on equivalent durability procedure of concrete is useful for:
- Manufacturers of concrete and concrete products
- Cement and concrete industry
- Quality control authorities
- Regulatory bodies
- Certification bodies
- National Standards bodies
Why should you use PD CEN/TR 16563 - Principles of the EDP of concrete?
PD CEN/TR 16563 provides guidance on the selection of the reference value, production control, evaluation of conformity and the exchange of information between the parties.
It provides guidance to National Standards Bodies who want to establish an EDP in their national provisions to EN 206.
The EDP is a scheme for establishing conformity to EN 206 of concrete compositions that deviate from the limiting value criteria valid in the place of use. Durability testing to meet defined criteria is undertaken and this leads to a limiting value specification that is valid only for the constituents used in the candidate concrete.
The EDP can thus determine the equivalence of a candidate concrete used with the same minimum cover in the same exposure classes and intended working life as those appropriate for the reference value.
