EN 12317-1:1999
(Main)Flexible sheets for waterproofing - Part 1: Bitumen sheets for roof waterproofing - Determination of shear resistance of joints
Flexible sheets for waterproofing - Part 1: Bitumen sheets for roof waterproofing - Determination of shear resistance of joints
This European Standard specifies a test method for determining the resistance to shearing of a joint between two adjacent sheets of the same bitumen-based roofing sheets. This European Standard is to be used for testing the joints in mechanically fastened or ballasted single layer bitumen roofing. It is not designed for testing fully bonded or multilayer built up roofing.
Abdichtungsbahnen - Teil 1: Bitumenbahnen für Dachabdichtungen - Bestimmung des Scherwiderstandes der Fügenähte
Diese Europäische Norm legt ein Verfahren für die Bestimmung des Scherwiderstandes einer Fügenaht zwischen zwei angrenzenden Bitumen-Dachdichtungsbahnen gleichen Typs fest. Dieses Verfahren wird in hauptsächlich angewandt für die Prüfung von Fügenähten in mechanisch befestigten oder mit Auflast versehenen einlagigen Abdichtungen auf Bitumenbasis.
Feuilles souples d'étanchéité - Partie 1: Feuilles d'étanchéité de toiture bitumineuses - Détermination de la résistance au cisaillement des joints
Cette norme européenne décrit une méthode pour la détermination de la résistance au cisaillement des joints formés entre deux feuilles adjacentes, constituées du même type de feuilles bitumineuses. Cette méthode d'essai est principalement utilisée pour tester les joints des feuilles bitumineuses pour l'étanchéité de toiture appliquées en monocouche avec fixations mécaniques ou avec lestage.
Hidroizolacijski trakovi - 1. del: Bitumenski trakovi za tesnjenje streh - Določevanje strižne trdnosti spojev
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 21-Sep-1999
- Withdrawal Date
- 29-Sep-2001
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 254 - Flexible sheets for water proofing
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 254/SC 1/WG 1 - Mechanical characteristics
- Current Stage
- 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 28-Jun-2023
- Completion Date
- 11-Feb-2026
- Directive
- Harmonized Standard305/2011 - Regulation (eu) No 305/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 march 2011 laying down harmonised conditions for the marketing of construction products and repealing council directive 89/106/eec
Not Harmonized89/106/EEC - Construction products
Relations
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
Overview
EN 12317-1:1999 is a European standard developed by CEN that addresses the testing of flexible sheets for waterproofing, specifically focusing on bitumen-based roofing sheets. This standard details a method for determining the shear resistance of joints between two adjacent roofing sheets made from bitumen. The test is relevant for mechanically fastened or ballasted single-layer bitumen roofing systems, and is not applicable to fully bonded or multilayer roofing. Understanding the shear strength of these joints is essential for achieving durable and weatherproof flat or low-slope roofs.
Key Topics
- Shear Resistance Testing: EN 12317-1:1999 provides a standardized test method to measure the resistance of a joint to shear forces. This ensures that connections between roofing sheets can withstand mechanical loads and environmental stress.
- Bitumen Sheets: The standard is specific to bitumen-based roofing sheets, which are widely used due to their waterproofing qualities.
- Joints Between Sheets: Focus is on the performance of the seam formed when two sheets are joined, a critical aspect for maintaining continuous waterproofing integrity.
- Scope Limitations: Not intended for fully bonded or multilayer built-up roof systems, where joint shear behavior may differ due to adhesive or structural reinforcement.
Applications
This standard is used across the construction industry and by waterproofing product manufacturers to:
- Quality Assurance: Manufacturers use EN 12317-1:1999 to verify that their bitumen sheet products meet minimum shear strength requirements for reliable roof waterproofing.
- Roofing Contractors: By referencing this standard, roofing professionals ensure that joints in bitumen waterproofing systems provide adequate resistance to shearing forces, reducing the risk of leaks or roof damage.
- Specification Compliance: Architects and specifiers cite EN 12317-1:1999 in technical documentation when single-layer bitumen systems are required, assuring that products installed on-site conform to recognized European best practices.
- Product Development: Companies innovate roofing products that address the standard’s requirements, delivering enhanced safety and longevity for roofing systems exposed to wind uplift and mechanical stress.
Related Standards
EN 12317-1:1999 is part of a broader family of European standards for waterproofing and construction materials. Key related standards include:
- EN 12317-2: Addresses shear resistance testing of joints in polymeric and elastomeric sheets used for roof waterproofing.
- EN 13707: Specifies requirements for reinforced bitumen sheets used as roofing membranes.
- EN 1928: Details methods for determining the waterproofness of flexible sheets for waterproofing.
- EN 14695: Applicable to bituminous membranes for waterproofing concrete bridge decks and other trafficked areas.
These standards together form a comprehensive framework for evaluating the performance and quality of flexible sheets and roofing systems in construction projects.
Keywords: EN 12317-1:1999, bitumen sheets, roof waterproofing, shear resistance, joints, flexible sheets, CEN, roofing standards, construction, quality assurance, waterproofing membrane testing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 12317-1:1999 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Flexible sheets for waterproofing - Part 1: Bitumen sheets for roof waterproofing - Determination of shear resistance of joints". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies a test method for determining the resistance to shearing of a joint between two adjacent sheets of the same bitumen-based roofing sheets. This European Standard is to be used for testing the joints in mechanically fastened or ballasted single layer bitumen roofing. It is not designed for testing fully bonded or multilayer built up roofing.
This European Standard specifies a test method for determining the resistance to shearing of a joint between two adjacent sheets of the same bitumen-based roofing sheets. This European Standard is to be used for testing the joints in mechanically fastened or ballasted single layer bitumen roofing. It is not designed for testing fully bonded or multilayer built up roofing.
EN 12317-1:1999 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.100.50 - Binders. Sealing materials. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 12317-1:1999 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN ISO 7500-1:2018, EN 13970:2004, EN 13969:2004, EN 14967:2006, EN 13707:2013, EN 13707:2004+A2:2009. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 12317-1:1999 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011, 89/106/EEC; Standardization Mandates: M/102. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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Standards Content (Sample)
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Abdichtungsbahnen - Teil 1: Bitumenbahnen für Dachabdichtungen - Bestimmung des Scherwiderstandes der FügenähteFeuilles souples d'étanchéité - Partie 1: Feuilles d'étanchéité de toiture bitumineuses - Détermination de la résistance au cisaillement des jointsFlexible sheets for waterproofing - Part 1: Bitumen sheet
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