SIST EN 1288-1:2001
(Main)Glass in building - Determination of the bending strength of glass - Part 1: Fundamentals of testing glass
Glass in building - Determination of the bending strength of glass - Part 1: Fundamentals of testing glass
This standard specifies the determination of the bending strength of monolithic glass for use in buildings. The testing of insulating units or laminated glass is excluded from this standard. This standard describes: - considerations to be taken into account when testing glass, - explanations of the reasons for designing different test methods, - limitations of the test methods, and gives pointers to safety requirements for the personnel operating the test equipment.
Glas im Bauwesen - Bestimmung der Biegefestigkeit von Glas - Teil 1: Grundlagen
Diese Europäische Norm stellt zur Bestimmung der Biegefestigkeit von monolithischem Glas im Bauwesen fest. Zur Prüfung von Mehrscheiben-Isolierglas oder Verbundglas ist diese Norm nicht anwendbar. Diese Norm beschreibt: a) Überlegungen, die bei der Prüfung von Glas zu berücksichtigen sind; b) Erläuterungen der Gründe für die Erarbeitung verschiedener Prüfverfahren; c) Grenzen der Prüfverfahren; und gibt Hinweise zu Sicherheitsvorschriften für das mit der Prüfeinrichtung arbeitende Personal.
Verre dans la construction - Détermination de la résistance du verre a la flexion - Partie 1: Principes fondamentaux des essais sur le verre
Cette Norme Européenne est appliquée pour déterminer la résistance à la flexion du verre monolithique utilisé dans les bâtiments. Les essais sur vitrages isolants ou verres feuilletés sont exclus de cette norme. Cette norme décrit: - les éléments à prendre en considération lors des essais sur le verre, - justifications des différentes méthodes d'essai, - les limitations des méthodes d'essai, et donne des conseils de sécurité pour le personnel qui mène ces essais.
Ugotavljanje upogibne napetosti stekla - 1. del: Uvodno preskušanje stekla
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 31-Aug-2001
- Technical Committee
- STV - Steklo, svetloba in razsvetljava v gradbeništvu
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-Sep-2001
- Due Date
- 01-Sep-2001
- Completion Date
- 01-Sep-2001
- 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
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- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
Overview
SIST EN 1288-1:2001 is a European standard that establishes the fundamentals for testing the bending strength of monolithic glass in building applications. Published by the Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo (SIST), this standard offers essential guidelines on how to determine the bending strength of glass products used in construction. The scope of this standard explicitly excludes insulating and laminated glass units, focusing solely on monolithic glass materials. The document provides considerations for safe and accurate testing, explanations for choosing different testing methods, and outlines the limitations inherent in those methods.
Key Topics
- Testing Considerations: The standard highlights the factors that must be considered before conducting strength tests on glass, ensuring accurate and reliable results.
- Rationale for Test Methods: Explanations are provided for why various test methods exist, including their relevance for different types of monolithic glass products.
- Limitations of Testing: SIST EN 1288-1:2001 addresses the inherent constraints and potential variables that may affect results during strength testing.
- Safety Requirements: The document points to essential safety measures for laboratory personnel involved in glass bending strength tests, emphasizing the importance of operational safety.
Applications
SIST EN 1288-1:2001 is a cornerstone for quality assurance and safety within the construction industry, particularly for:
- Architectural Glass Selection: Ensures that glass used in structural and decorative building elements meets required bending strength criteria.
- Quality Control in Manufacturing: Provides manufacturers with standardized procedures to test and validate their monolithic glass products for building use.
- Compliance and Certification: Serves as a reference standard for regulatory compliance and product certification in the European and international construction markets.
- Design and Engineering: Supports architects and engineers in specifying appropriate glass materials based on reliable test data, thereby contributing to building safety and performance.
- Testing Laboratories: Offers a standardized approach for laboratories to assess and report the mechanical properties of glass used in construction applications.
Related Standards
Professionals referencing SIST EN 1288-1:2001 may also consider the following standards for comprehensive coverage in glass testing and usage:
- EN 1288-2 to EN 1288-5 - Further parts in the EN 1288 series, detailing specific methods for determining bending strength for other types of glass.
- EN 572 - Standards related to basic soda lime silicate glass products for building applications.
- EN 12150 - Specifications for thermally toughened glass used in building.
- EN 14449 - Laminated glass and laminated safety glass guidelines (note: testing of laminated glass is not covered in EN 1288-1).
- ISO 12543 - International standards for laminated glass in building.
By adhering to SIST EN 1288-1:2001, industry stakeholders ensure the structural integrity, safety, and performance of glass used in buildings, promoting best practices across design, manufacturing, and construction sectors.
Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 1288-1:2001 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Glass in building - Determination of the bending strength of glass - Part 1: Fundamentals of testing glass". This standard covers: This standard specifies the determination of the bending strength of monolithic glass for use in buildings. The testing of insulating units or laminated glass is excluded from this standard. This standard describes: - considerations to be taken into account when testing glass, - explanations of the reasons for designing different test methods, - limitations of the test methods, and gives pointers to safety requirements for the personnel operating the test equipment.
This standard specifies the determination of the bending strength of monolithic glass for use in buildings. The testing of insulating units or laminated glass is excluded from this standard. This standard describes: - considerations to be taken into account when testing glass, - explanations of the reasons for designing different test methods, - limitations of the test methods, and gives pointers to safety requirements for the personnel operating the test equipment.
SIST EN 1288-1:2001 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 81.040.20 - Glass in building. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 1288-1:2001 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 572-5:2012, SIST EN 12337-1:2001, SIST EN 572-4:2012, SIST EN 572-3:2012, SIST EN 1748-2-1:2004, SIST EN 13024-1:2012, SIST EN 572-2:2012, SIST EN 572-7:2012, SIST EN 12150-1:2015+A1:2019, SIST EN ISO 12543-1:2022, SIST EN 572-6:2012, SIST EN 1748-1-1:2004, SIST EN 1288-3:2001, SIST EN 572-1:2012+A1:2016, SIST EN 1288-5:2001. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
SIST EN 1288-1:2001 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011, 89/106/EEC. 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.Ugotavljanje upogibne napetosti stekla - 1. del: Uvodno preskušanje steklaGlas im Bauwesen - Bestimmung der Biegefestigkeit von Glas - Teil 1: GrundlagenVerre dans la construction - Détermination de la résistance du verre a la flexion - Partie 1: Principes fondamentaux des essais sur le verreGlass in building - Determination of the bending strength of glass - Part 1: Fundamentals of testing glass81.040.20Steklo v gradbeništvuGlass in buildingICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 1288-1:2000SIST EN 1288-1:2001e
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