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Abstract

This European Standard specifies the technical requirements and establishes methods of inspection and test as well as acceptance conditions for fibre-cement flat sheets, siding shingles and planks (referred to as sheets later in this document) for one or more of the following uses:
-   internal wall and ceiling finishes;
-   external wall and ceiling finishes.
Products covered by this European Standard can be used for other purposes provided they comply with the relevant application standard, e.g. rigid underlays.
This European Standard covers sheets reinforced with fibres of different types as specified in 5.1.1.
This European Standard does not cover sheets for fire protection purposes.
This European Standard does not include calculations with regard to works, design requirements, installation techniques, wind uplift or rain proofing of the installed sheets.

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Overview

EN 12467:2012+A1:2016/prA2 is a key European Standard developed by CEN (European Committee for Standardization) for fibre-cement flat sheets. This standard specifies the product requirements, testing procedures, and conformity criteria for fibre-cement flat sheets, including siding shingles and planks, used in construction. Its primary scope encompasses internal and external wall and ceiling finishes, ensuring these products meet strict quality and safety guidelines for building applications.

Fibre-cement sheets covered by EN 12467 are reinforced with various types of fibres and are evaluated for performance through standardized test methods. However, this standard does not extend to products designed specifically for fire protection, nor does it prescribe design or installation techniques.

Key Topics

  • Product Specification:
    EN 12467 details criteria for the physical and mechanical properties of fibre-cement sheets-including composition requirements-to ensure consistency and reliability in construction use.

  • Test Methods:
    The standard outlines approved procedures for testing mechanical resistance, water impermeability, durability, and reaction to fire. It specifies how results should be obtained, typically with mechanical loads applied to the upper face during testing.

  • Quality Assurance:
    Continuous factory production control (FPC) is mandated, with significance of any manufacturing changes subject to thorough assessment. The standard defines how situations requiring different AVCP (Assessment and Verification of Constancy of Performance) systems are managed.

  • Regulatory Compliance and CE Marking:
    EN 12467 is harmonized under Regulation (EU) No. 305/2011 (Construction Products Regulation), supporting manufacturers in achieving CE marking and issuing Declarations of Performance (DoP) for their products.

Applications

Fibre-cement flat sheets specified under EN 12467 are widely used in construction projects where robust, weather-resistant, and low-maintenance wall and ceiling finishing materials are needed. Common applications include:

  • Internal wall and ceiling linings:
    Providing a smooth, durable surface for interior spaces, especially where humidity resistance is required.

  • External cladding and facade panels:
    Offering protection against environmental factors, ensuring long-term aesthetic and functional performance of building envelopes.

  • Ceiling finishes in external settings:
    Used in sheltered outdoor spaces where durability and moisture resistance are important.

  • Other compliant construction uses:
    When aligned with relevant application standards, fibre-cement sheets can also serve as rigid underlays or substrate layers in roofing or flooring assemblies.

Related Standards

For complete compliance and best practices in fibre-cement product use, consider these related European standards:

  • EN 197-1: Cement - Part 1: Composition, specifications, and conformity criteria for common cements. (Referenced for the cement component in fibre-cement sheets.)
  • EN 13501-1: Fire classification of construction products and building elements.
  • EN 13964: Suspended ceilings - Requirements and test methods.
  • EN 14511: For mechanical testing terminology and definitions related to buildings.

Aligning with these standards helps ensure fibre-cement flat sheets deliver reliable performance, regulatory compliance, and lasting value in construction environments.


By adhering to EN 12467:2012+A1:2016/prA2, manufacturers and construction professionals can verify fibre-cement flat sheets meet essential requirements for safety, durability, and compliance with EU regulations-supporting high-quality building outcomes across Europe.

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Effective Date
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Effective Date
07-Sep-2016

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Frequently Asked Questions

EN 12467:2012+A1:2016/prA2 is a draft published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Fibre-cement flat sheets - Product specification and test methods". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the technical requirements and establishes methods of inspection and test as well as acceptance conditions for fibre-cement flat sheets, siding shingles and planks (referred to as sheets later in this document) for one or more of the following uses: - internal wall and ceiling finishes; - external wall and ceiling finishes. Products covered by this European Standard can be used for other purposes provided they comply with the relevant application standard, e.g. rigid underlays. This European Standard covers sheets reinforced with fibres of different types as specified in 5.1.1. This European Standard does not cover sheets for fire protection purposes. This European Standard does not include calculations with regard to works, design requirements, installation techniques, wind uplift or rain proofing of the installed sheets.

This European Standard specifies the technical requirements and establishes methods of inspection and test as well as acceptance conditions for fibre-cement flat sheets, siding shingles and planks (referred to as sheets later in this document) for one or more of the following uses: - internal wall and ceiling finishes; - external wall and ceiling finishes. Products covered by this European Standard can be used for other purposes provided they comply with the relevant application standard, e.g. rigid underlays. This European Standard covers sheets reinforced with fibres of different types as specified in 5.1.1. This European Standard does not cover sheets for fire protection purposes. This European Standard does not include calculations with regard to works, design requirements, installation techniques, wind uplift or rain proofing of the installed sheets.

EN 12467:2012+A1:2016/prA2 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.100.40 - Products in fibre-reinforced cement. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

EN 12467:2012+A1:2016/prA2 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 12467:2012+A2:2018, EN 12467:2012+A1:2016. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

EN 12467:2012+A1:2016/prA2 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011; Standardization Mandates: M/121, M/122. 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)


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EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 12467:2012+A1:2016
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
prA2
February 2017
ICS 91.100.40
English Version
Fibre-cement flat sheets - Product specification and test
methods
Plaques planes en fibres-ciment - Spécifications du Faserzement-Tafeln - Produktspezifikation und
produit et méthodes d'essai Prüfverfahren
This draft amendment is submitted to CEN members for enquiry. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee CEN/TC 128.

This draft amendment A2, if approved, will modify the European Standard EN 12467:2012+A1:2016. If this draft becomes an
amendment, CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for
inclusion of this amendment into the relevant national standard without any alteration.

This draft amendment was established by CEN in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other
language made by translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC
Management Centre has the same status as the official versions.

CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania,
Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Turkey and United Kingdom.
Recipients of this draft are invited to submit, with their comments, notification of any relevant patent rights of which they are
aware and to provide supporting documentation.

Warning : This document is not a European Standard. It is distributed for review and comments. It is subject to change without
notice and shall not be referred to as a European Standard.

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Contents Page
European foreword . 3
1 Modification to the whole document . 4
2 Modification to Clause 5.1.1, Composition . 4
3 Modification to Clause 6.2.1, General . 4
4 Modification to Clause 6.3.5, Continuous surveillance of FPC . 4
5 Modification to Annex ZA (informative), Relationship of this European Standard with
Regulation (EU) No.305/2011 . 4

European foreword
This document (EN 12467:2012+A1:2016/prA1:2017) has been prepared by Technical Committee
CEN/TC 128 “Roof covering products for discontinuous laying and products for wall cladding”, the
secretariat of which is held by NBN.
This document is currently submitted to the CEN Enquiry.
This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the
European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements of EU Directive(s).
For relationship with EU Directive(s), see informative Annex ZA, which is an integral part of this
document.
1 Modification to the whole document
Replace in the whole document the terms “production method”, “method of manufacture” and
“production process” by “manufacturing process”.
2 Modification to Clause 5.1.1, Composition
Replace the last sentence of the first paragraph with the following sentence:
"The cement shall comply with EN 197-1 or an agreed technical specification relevant in the country of
use provided the cement compound composition is in accordance with EN 197-1.".
3 Modification to Clause 6.2.1, General
Add as 3rd paragraph of 6.2.1 the following text:
“Testing of mechanical characteristics is normally carried out with the upper face in compression. If
required to establish a relationship between upper and under face testing where significant differences
are expected or if required for design purposes, the load shall be applied on the under face. Results
obtained for under face testing are not relevant for classification.”.
4 Modification to Clause 6.3.5, Continuous surveillance of FPC
Add the following sentence to the 1st paragraph:
"The significance of any changes shall be assessed.".
5 Modification to Annex ZA (informative), Relationship of this European
Standard with Regulation (EU) No.305/2011
Replace Annex ZA (including change in title) with the following:
"
Annex ZA
(informative)
Relationship of this European Standard with Regulation [EU] No.305/2011
(When applying this standard as a harmonized standard under Regulation [EU] No. 305/2011,
manufacturers and Member States are obliged by this regulation to use this Annex)
ZA.1 Scope and relevant characteristics

This European Standard has been prepared under standardization request M/121 “Internal and
external wall and ceiling finishes” given to CEN and CENELEC by the European Commission (EC) and
the European Free Trade Association (EFTA).
When this European Standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU
...