EN 15129:2018
(Main)Anti-seismic devices
General Information
- Abstract
This European Standard covers the design of devices that are provided in structures, with the aim of modifying their response to the seismic action. It specifies functional requirements and general design rules of the devices for the seismic and non-seismic design situations, material characteristics, manufacturing and testing requirements, as well as assessment and verification of constancy of performance, installation and maintenance requirements. This European Standard covers the types of devices and combinations thereof as defined in 3.4.
NOTE Additional information concerning the scope of this European Standard is given in Annex A.
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 22-May-2018
- Withdrawal Date
- 29-Nov-2018
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 340 - Anti-seismic devices
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 340/WG 5 - Revision of EN 15129
- Current Stage
- 6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
- Start Date
- 23-May-2018
- Due Date
- 19-May-2018
- Completion Date
- 23-May-2018
- Ref Project
SIST EN 15129:2018 - Anti-seismic devices
Overview
EN 15129:2018 - Anti-seismic devices is the European standard that defines functional requirements, general design rules, material characteristics, manufacturing and testing requirements, and assessment/verification procedures for devices placed in structures to modify their response to seismic action. The standard covers a wide range of device types (rigid connection devices, displacement-dependent devices, velocity-dependent dampers, isolators and combinations) and addresses both seismic and non-seismic design situations. (See Annex A for additional scope information.)
Keywords: EN 15129:2018, anti-seismic devices, seismic isolation, seismic protection, device testing, design requirements
Key topics and technical requirements
- Scope and terminology: Definitions, symbols and abbreviations for device characterization and analysis.
- General design rules: Functional requirements, performance criteria, reliability, capacity design, device documentation, re-centring capability and dangerous-substances considerations.
- Material and manufacturing requirements: Material properties for elastomers, steels, special alloys, viscous fluids and other components; manufacturing tolerances and factory production control.
- Device-specific requirements:
- Rigid connection devices (permanent, fuse restraints, temporary/dynamic connections)
- Displacement-dependent devices (e.g., elastomeric elements)
- Velocity-dependent devices (viscous dampers, overvelocity and buckling considerations)
- Isolators (elastomeric, curved-surface sliders, flat sliders) with detailed testing and marking rules
- Combinations of devices and system-level interactions
- Testing and verification: Type testing, factory production control (FPC) tests, constitutive law validation and performance verification, including assessment and verification of constancy of performance.
- Installation & maintenance: Requirements for correct installation, inspection, modification, replacement and maintenance procedures to preserve seismic performance over the service life.
Keywords: device testing, type testing, factory production control, isolators, dampers
Practical applications and who uses it
- Structural engineers and seismic specialists use the standard to specify and verify anti-seismic devices in building and bridge designs.
- Manufacturers apply the material, manufacturing, testing and FPC requirements to develop compliant products.
- Testing laboratories perform type tests and verification according to the standard’s procedures.
- Certifying bodies and regulatory authorities rely on the standard for performance assessment and conformity assessment.
- Contractors, installers and facility managers follow the installation and maintenance clauses to ensure reliable in-service performance.
Keywords: structural engineers, manufacturers, testing laboratories, certification, installation, maintenance
Related standards
- EN 15129:2018 is intended to be used together with national seismic codes and relevant Eurocodes for structural design, as well as standards covering material testing and conformity assessment. Consult national standards bodies for the up-to-date list of harmonized or complementary documents.
Keywords: Eurocodes, national seismic codes, conformity assessment
Relations
- Effective Date
- 29-Jul-2015
- Effective Date
- 25-Aug-2026
- Effective Date
- 25-Aug-2026
- Effective Date
- 25-Aug-2026
- Effective Date
- 25-Aug-2026
- Effective Date
- 25-Aug-2026
- Effective Date
- 25-Aug-2026
- Effective Date
- 25-Aug-2026
- Refers
EN 1998-1-2:2026 - Eurocode 8 - Design of structures for earthquake resistance - Part 1-2: Buildings - Effective Date
- 25-Mar-2026
- Effective Date
- 11-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 11-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 11-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 11-Feb-2026
- Refers
ISO 188:2011 - Rubber, vulcanized or thermoplastic — Accelerated ageing and heat resistance tests - Effective Date
- 11-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 15129:2018 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Anti-seismic devices". This standard covers: This European Standard covers the design of devices that are provided in structures, with the aim of modifying their response to the seismic action. It specifies functional requirements and general design rules of the devices for the seismic and non-seismic design situations, material characteristics, manufacturing and testing requirements, as well as assessment and verification of constancy of performance, installation and maintenance requirements. This European Standard covers the types of devices and combinations thereof as defined in 3.4. NOTE Additional information concerning the scope of this European Standard is given in Annex A.
This European Standard covers the design of devices that are provided in structures, with the aim of modifying their response to the seismic action. It specifies functional requirements and general design rules of the devices for the seismic and non-seismic design situations, material characteristics, manufacturing and testing requirements, as well as assessment and verification of constancy of performance, installation and maintenance requirements. This European Standard covers the types of devices and combinations thereof as defined in 3.4. NOTE Additional information concerning the scope of this European Standard is given in Annex A.
EN 15129:2018 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.120.25 - Seismic and vibration protection. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 15129:2018 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 15129:2009, ISO 1083:2004, ISO 815-2:2014, ISO 815-1:2014, ISO 14737:2015, ISO 4664-2:2006, ISO 34-2:2015, ISO 34-1:2015, EN 1998-1-2:2026, ISO 48:2010, ISO 1431-1:2012, ISO 37:2017, ISO 4664-1:2011, ISO 188:2011, EN 1998-1:2004. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 15129:2018 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011; Standardization Mandates: M/132. 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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