SIST EN 12871:2013
(Main)Wood-based panels - Determination of performance characteristics for load bearing panels for use in floors, roofs and walls
Wood-based panels - Determination of performance characteristics for load bearing panels for use in floors, roofs and walls
This European Standard specifies:
- concentrated load test and assessment methods for floor and roof decking;
- soft body impact assessment methods and classification system for floors, roofs and walls.
This European Standard does not include racking testing or uniformly distributed loads as these are covered by testing according to EN 594 or calculation according to EN 1995-1-1 respectively.
This European Standard specifies the procedure for determining the performance characteristics through type testing, of load-bearing wood-based panels fitted on:
a) structural joists for decking:
1) in flooring applications in load categories A, B, C and D;
2) in roof applications in load categories H and I;
for which type testing involves:
i) punching shear under concentrated loading;
ii) vertical soft body impact;
b) studs for walling application for which type testing involves:
1) pendular soft body impact.
Annex A (normative) lists modifications to EN 1195, particularly the contact area of the loading head that may be used for concentrated loading.
Annex B (informative) provides proposals for national performance requirements.
Annex C (informative) provides examples for a decking application in a floor and a roof.
Holzwerkstoffe - Bestimmung der Leistungseigenschaften für tragende Platten zur Verwendung in Fußböden, Wänden und Dächern
Diese Europäische Norm legt Folgendes fest:
• Prüfung von Punktlasten und Bewertungsverfahren für tragenden Unterboden und tragende Dachschalung;
• Bewertungsverfahren für die Prüfung durch weichen Stoß sowie Klassifizierungssysteme für Fußböden, Dächer und Wände.
Diese Europäische Norm enthält keine Prüfungen von Wandscheiben oder Flächenlasten, da diese entsprechend jeweils nach Prüfung in EN 594 oder Berechnung nach EN 1995-1-1 bestimmt werden können.
Diese Europäische Norm legt das Verfahren für die Bestimmung der Leistungseigenschaften durch Bauart-prüfung von tragenden Platten aus Holzwerkstoffen fest, die folgendermaßen befestigt sind:
a) an tragenden Lagerhölzern:
1) in Unterbodensystemen der Lastkategorien A, B, C und D;
2) in Dachsystemen der Lastkategorien H und I;
für die die Bauartprüfung Folgendes umfasst:
i) Stanzscherfestigkeit bei Punktbelastung;
ii) senkrecht erfolgender weicher Stoß;
b) Rippen für Wandsysteme, für die die Bauartprüfung Folgendes umfasst:
1) pendelnder weicher Stoß.
Anhang A (normativ) führt die Änderungen aus EN 1195 auf, insbesondere die Kontaktflächen der Prüfstempel, die zur Punktbelastung verwendet werden dürfen.
Anhang B (informativ) enthält Vorschläge für nationale Leistungsanforderungen.
Anhang C (informativ) enthält Beispiele für Unterboden- und Dachschalungssysteme.
Panneaux à base de bois - Détermination des caractéristiques de performance des panneaux travaillants utilisés en planchers, toitures et murs
La présente norme européenne spécifie :
• un essai de charge concentrée et des méthodes d'évaluation pour les platelages de planchers et de toitures ;
• des méthodes d'évaluation de choc d'un corps mou et un système de classification pour les planchers, toitures et murs.
La présente norme européenne ne contient pas d'essais relatifs au contreventement ni de charges uniformément réparties car ils sont couverts respectivement par des essais conformément à l'EN 594 ou des calculs conformément à l'EN 1995-1-1.
La présente norme européenne spécifie le mode opératoire permettant de déterminer les caractéristiques de performance, par des essais de type, des panneaux travaillants à base de bois placés sur :
a) solives pour platelage :
1) pour des applications en planchers dans les catégories de charge A, B, C et D ;
2) pour des applications en toitures dans les catégories de charge H et I ;
pour lesquelles l'essai de type implique :
i) le cisaillement par poinçonnement sous charge concentrée ;
ii) le choc par chute verticale d'un corps mou ;
b) poteaux pour application en murs pour lesquels l'essai de type implique :
1) le choc pendulaire d'un corps mou.
L'Annexe A (normative) donne une liste des modifications par rapport à l'EN 1195, notamment la zone de contact de la tête d'application de la charge qui peut être utilisée pour la charge concentrée.
L'Annexe B (informative) propose des exigences nationales de performance.
L'Annexe C (informative) fournit des exemples d'application de platelage en planchers et toitures.
Lesne plošče - Lastnosti in zahteve za nosilne plošče, ki se uporabljajo za pode, stene in strehe
Ta evropski standard določa: – zgoščen preizkus obremenitve in metode ocenjevanja za pode in strešne kritine; – metode ocenjevanja z udarcem z mehkim telesom in sistemi klasifikacije podov, streh in sten. Ta evropski standard ne vključuje preizkusov z natezanjem ali enakomerno razporejenimi bremeni, ker te pokriva preskušanje v skladu s standardom EN 594 ali računanje v skladu s standardom EN 1995-1-1. Ta evropski standard navaja postopke za ugotavljanje značilnosti nosilnih plošč na osnovi lesa s tipskim preskušanjem, nameščene na: a) strukturne nosilce za pode: 1) preizkusi tal pri kategorijah bremen A, B, C in D; 2) preizkusi streh pri kategorijah bremen H in I; za katere tipsko preskušanje vključuje: i) strig pod zgoščeno obremenitvijo; ii) vertikalen udarec z mehkim telesom; b) vijaki za namestitev v fasado, za katere tipsko preskušanje vključuje: 1) nihajni udarec z mehkim telesom.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Public Enquiry End Date
- 30-Mar-2012
- Publication Date
- 27-Oct-2013
- Technical Committee
- LLZ - Les, lesni izdelki in zaščita lesa
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 15-Jul-2013
- Due Date
- 19-Sep-2013
- Completion Date
- 28-Oct-2013
- 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
- 01-Dec-2013
- Refers
SIST EN 596:1996 - Timber structures - Test methods - Soft body impact test of timber framed walls - 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
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Refers
SIST EN 1195:2000 - Timber structures - Test methods - Performance of structural floor decking - 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
SIST EN 12871:2013 is the European standard that specifies the methods for determining the performance characteristics of wood-based panels used as load-bearing elements in floors, roofs, and walls. Managed by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST), this standard is crucial for the construction industry, ensuring that wood-based panels are tested for their ability to bear concentrated loads and withstand impacts in structural applications. The standard applies to panels installed on structural joists or studs, covering important aspects such as punching shear strength and resistance to soft body impacts. However, testing for racking or uniformly distributed loads falls outside the scope of this standard and is addressed in EN 594 and EN 1995-1-1, respectively.
Key Topics
- Concentrated Load Testing: SIST EN 12871:2013 prescribes specific methods for assessing how wood-based panels perform under concentrated loads, particularly for floor and roof decking. Test procedures include the use of a standardized square load pad to measure resistance to punching shear at locations typically regarded as structurally vulnerable.
- Soft Body Impact Assessment: The standard includes assessment and classification systems for evaluating the impact resistance of panels when installed in floors, roofs, and walls.
- Performance Categories: Floor and roof applications are divided into several load categories, while impact classes are assigned according to the outcome of specific drop tests to simulate real-world conditions such as dropped objects or human impact.
- Type Testing Procedures: The specification outlines how panels are to be selected, prepared, and tested, ensuring a uniform approach to assessing performance characteristics within the building and construction sectors.
- Exclusions: SIST EN 12871:2013 does not address racking testing or uniformly distributed loads, which are governed by EN 594 and EN 1995-1-1.
Applications
SIST EN 12871:2013 is widely applicable across numerous construction scenarios, particularly where structural safety and durability are critical. Key applications include:
- Floor Decking: Ensures wood-based panels used over joists provide sufficient resistance to both concentrated loads (such as heavy furniture) and impacts (such as accidental drops).
- Roof Decking: Certifies that panels installed as roof substrates maintain integrity under temporary concentrated loads and impacts during use or maintenance.
- Wall Sheathing: For panel systems installed on wall studs, the standard provides requirements for impact resistance, safeguarding against accidental damage in service.
- Residential and Commercial Construction: From housing to industrial buildings, compliance with this standard ensures panels can meet the load demands and safety expectations necessary for modern structures.
- Product Certification and Quality Assurance: Manufacturers can use SIST EN 12871:2013 to validate product performance, aiding in both regulatory approval and market acceptance.
Related Standards
For comprehensive structural design and assessment, the following standards are referenced or provide complementary guidance:
- EN 594: Test methods for racking behavior of timber structures.
- EN 1991-1-1 (Eurocode 1): Actions on structures, including definitions for load categories and imposed loads.
- EN 1995-1-1 (Eurocode 5): General rules and rules for the design of timber structures.
- EN 1195: Testing performance of structural floor decking.
- EN 596: Soft body impact test methods for timber-framed walls.
- EN 300, EN 312, EN 636, EN 13353, EN 14279, EN 622 series: Product specifications for various wood-based panels.
- EN 1058, EN 1156: Evaluation methods for characteristic values and mechanical durability.
By following SIST EN 12871:2013, stakeholders in construction, design, and manufacturing can ensure that wood-based panels are both reliable and fit-for-purpose in demanding load-bearing applications, enhancing the overall safety and longevity of modern structures.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 12871:2013 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Wood-based panels - Determination of performance characteristics for load bearing panels for use in floors, roofs and walls". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies: - concentrated load test and assessment methods for floor and roof decking; - soft body impact assessment methods and classification system for floors, roofs and walls. This European Standard does not include racking testing or uniformly distributed loads as these are covered by testing according to EN 594 or calculation according to EN 1995-1-1 respectively. This European Standard specifies the procedure for determining the performance characteristics through type testing, of load-bearing wood-based panels fitted on: a) structural joists for decking: 1) in flooring applications in load categories A, B, C and D; 2) in roof applications in load categories H and I; for which type testing involves: i) punching shear under concentrated loading; ii) vertical soft body impact; b) studs for walling application for which type testing involves: 1) pendular soft body impact. Annex A (normative) lists modifications to EN 1195, particularly the contact area of the loading head that may be used for concentrated loading. Annex B (informative) provides proposals for national performance requirements. Annex C (informative) provides examples for a decking application in a floor and a roof.
This European Standard specifies: - concentrated load test and assessment methods for floor and roof decking; - soft body impact assessment methods and classification system for floors, roofs and walls. This European Standard does not include racking testing or uniformly distributed loads as these are covered by testing according to EN 594 or calculation according to EN 1995-1-1 respectively. This European Standard specifies the procedure for determining the performance characteristics through type testing, of load-bearing wood-based panels fitted on: a) structural joists for decking: 1) in flooring applications in load categories A, B, C and D; 2) in roof applications in load categories H and I; for which type testing involves: i) punching shear under concentrated loading; ii) vertical soft body impact; b) studs for walling application for which type testing involves: 1) pendular soft body impact. Annex A (normative) lists modifications to EN 1195, particularly the contact area of the loading head that may be used for concentrated loading. Annex B (informative) provides proposals for national performance requirements. Annex C (informative) provides examples for a decking application in a floor and a roof.
SIST EN 12871:2013 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 79.060.01 - Wood-based panels in general. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 12871:2013 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 12871:2010, SIST EN 596:1996, SIST EN 14279:2005+A1:2009, SIST EN 13353:2022, SIST EN 1995-1-1:2005, SIST EN 789:2005, kSIST FprEN 1991-1-1:2024, SIST EN 634-2:2007, SIST EN 622-5:2010, SIST EN 1058:2025, SIST EN 1195:2000, SIST EN 1156:2013, SIST EN 636:2013+A1:2015, SIST EN 1990:2004, SIST EN 622-2:2004. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
SIST EN 12871:2013 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011, 89/106/EEC; Standardization Mandates: M/113. 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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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Holzwerkstoffe - Bestimmung der Leistungseigenschaften für tragende Platten zur Verwendung in Fußböden, Wänden und DächernPanneaux à base de bois - Détermination des caractéristiques de performance des panneaux travaillants utilisés en planchers, toitures et mursWood-based panels - Determination of performance characteristics for load bearing panels for use in floors, roofs and walls79.060.01Wood-based panels in generalICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 12871:2013SIST EN 12871:2013en,fr,de01-december-2013SIST EN 12871:2013SLOVENSKI
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June 2013 ICS 79.060.01 Supersedes EN 12871:2010English Version
Wood-based panels - Determination of performance characteristics for load bearing panels for use in floors, roofs and walls
Panneaux à base de bois - Détermination des caractéristiques de performance des panneaux travaillants utilisés en planchers, toitures et murs
Holzwerkstoffe - Bestimmung der Leistungseigenschaften für tragende Platten zur Verwendung in Fußböden, Wänden und Dächern This European Standard was approved by CEN on 1 May 2013.
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Modification to EN 1195 . 17 A.1 Scope . 17 A.2 Modification to EN 1195 . 17 Annex B (informative)
Proposal for performance requirements . 18 B.1 Introduction . 18 B.2 Concentrated load . 18 B.2.1 General . 18 B.2.2 Serviceability limit state . 19 B.2.3 Ultimate limit state . 19 B.2.4 Increase of span L. as a function of roof slope . 20 B.3 Soft body impact . 21 SIST EN 12871:2013
Example . 22 C.1 General . 22 C.2 Features of the end use . 22 C.2.1 Decking for flooring in housing applications . 22 C.2.2 Decking for an accessible cold roof (load category I) . 22 C.3 Type testing values of the component . 22 C.3.1 Main features of the testing (according to EN 1195) . 22 C.3.2 Results . 22 C.4 Values for the calculation parameters . 23 C.5 Determination of the Limit States of the component and compliance to recommended requirements . 23 C.5.1 Ultimate Limit State (according to B.2.3) . 23 C.5.2 Serviceability Limit State (according to B.2.2) . 24 C.5.3 Summarisation . 24 Bibliography . 25
This European Standard contains an informative annex with proposals for national requirements to the characteristics determined by this European Standard, based on Eurocodes and national annexes. SIST EN 12871:2013
EN 1991-1-1, Eurocode 1: Actions on structures — Part 1-1: General actions — Densities, self-weight, imposed loads for buildings EN 1995-1-1:2004, Eurocode 5: Design of timber structures — Part 1-1: General — Common rules and rules for buildings 2.2 Product standards EN 300, Oriented Strand Boards (OSB) — Definitions, classification and specifications EN 312, Particleboards — Specifications
EN 622-2, Fibreboards — Specifications — Part 2: Requirements for hardboards EN 622-3, Fibreboards — Specifications — Part 3: Requirements for medium boards EN 622-5, Fibreboards — Specifications — Part 5: Requirements for dry process boards (MDF) EN 634-2, Cement-bonded particleboards — Specifications — Part 2: Requirements for OPC bonded particleboards for use in dry, humid and external conditions EN 636, Plywood — Specifications EN 13353, Solid wood panels (SWP) — Requirements EN 14279, Laminated Veneer Lumber (LVL) — Definitions, classification and specifications 3 Terms and definitions For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
3.1 service class 1 service class 1 is characterised by a moisture content in the materials corresponding to a temperature of 20 °C and the relative humidity of the surrounding air only exceeding 65 % for a few weeks per year [SOURCE: EN 1995-1-1:2004, 2.3.1.3] 3.2 service class 2 service class 2 is characterised by a moisture content in the materials corresponding to a temperature of 20 °C and the relative humidity of the surrounding air only exceeding 85 % for a few weeks per year [SOURCE: EN 1995-1-1:2004, 2.3.1.3] 3.3 service class 3 service class 3 is characterised by climatic conditions leading to higher moisture contents than in service class 2 [SOURCE: EN 1995-1-1:2004, 2.3.1.3] SIST EN 12871:2013
Note 1 to entry: The load values are defined in the National Annexes to EN 1991-1-1 or, where not available, in EN 1991-1-1. 3.8 structural wall-sheathing vertical (or quasi-vertical) assembly of wood-based panels, supported by studs, capable of taking up loading in the 3 directions of space 3.9 structural floor-decking horizontal (or quasi-horizontal) assembly of wood-based panels fixed to supporting joists and spanning over them Note 1 to entry: When a load is applied on the decking, it is free to deflect between the joists. 3.10 sub-floor structural panel meant to be covered by overlays 3.11 structural roof-decking usually, sloping assembly of wood based panels, fixed to supporting joists and spanning over them Note 1 to entry: Roof assemblies are tested horizontally. Note 2 to entry: When a load is applied on the decking, it is free to deflect between the joists. SIST EN 12871:2013
3.13 cold roof roof design in which the panels and some of the supporting joists are placed above the insulation Note 1 to entry: Usually, the panels are considered to be under conditions corresponding to service class 2.
3.14 set irreversible deformation (unevenness between two adjoining panels) of the test floor, wall or roof after the removal of the applied load 3.15 punching shear strength stress in the section of a panel under a concentrated load applied perpendicularly to its face by means of a loading head with a specified cross section 4 Symbols and subscripts 4.1 Symbols A Contact area of a square load pad F Force applied to the component being tested L Span between joists or studs (axis to axis distance) with horizontal test assembly L. Increased span between joists or studs (axis to axis distance), as a function of roof slope Qk Characteristic concentrated load for the relevant load category, specified in National Annexes to EN 1991-1-1 R Stiffness of the structural decking or sheathing for concentrated loading (experimental value) and racking kdef Deformation factor defined by EN 1995-1-1 kdis Correction factor converting test loads, for consideration of influence of size and shape of the load pad kmod
Modification factor defined by EN 1995-1-1 kred
Reduction factor for local types of failure wfin Final deflection . Roof slope γM Material partial factor defined by National Annexes to EN 1995-1-1 or, where not available, by EN 1995-1-1 γQ Action partial factor defined by National Annexes to EN 1990 or, where not available, by EN 1990 SIST EN 12871:2013
ser related to Serviceability Limit State 5 General requirements 5.1 Specification of panels intended for load-bearing application Table 1 specifies the wood-based panel types for load bearing purposes in floor-decking, roof-decking and wall sheathing. Table 1 — Panel product specification standards for structural decking (floors and roofs) and sheathing (walls) Panel type Technical class Relevant EN Particleboard P4 P6 P5 P7 EN 312 OSB OSB/2 OSB/3 OSB/4 EN 300 Plywood EN 636-1 S
EN 636-2 S
EN 636-3 S EN 636 Solid wood panel SWP/1 S SWP/2 S SWP/3 S SWP/1 SD SWP/2 SD SWP/3 SD EN 13353 LVL LVL/1 LVL/2 LVL/3 EN 14279 Fibreboard HB.LA HB.HLA1 HB.HLA2 MBH.LA1 MBH.LA2 MBH.HLS1 MBH.HLS2 MDF.LA MDF.HLS EN 622-2
EN 622-3
EN 622-5 Cement bonded particle board a
— EN 634-2 a To be used only if the following properties are determined:
- the bending properties according to EN 789 and EN 1058,
- the mechanical durability according to EN 1156 for kmod and kdef
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