Hot applied joint sealants - Part 5: Test method for the determination of flow resistance

This document describes a method for determining the flow resistance of hot applied joint sealants to characterize the stability at elevated temperature.

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Status
Published
Public Enquiry End Date
06-Sep-2023
Publication Date
08-May-2024
Technical Committee
CES - Roads
Current Stage
6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
Start Date
10-Apr-2024
Due Date
15-Jun-2024
Completion Date
09-May-2024

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Overview

SIST EN 13880-5:2024 specifies the standardized method for determining the flow resistance of hot applied joint sealants. This standard, published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST), ensures consistent characterization of the stability of sealants at elevated temperatures, directly supporting performance assessment and quality control in construction and road infrastructure projects.

As the fifth part of the EN 13880 series, this document outlines critical procedures and apparatus for testing sealant flow resistance, aiding manufacturers, laboratories, and specifiers in evaluating sealant products for durability and long-term effectiveness under thermal stress.

Key Topics

  • Scope and Purpose

    • Establishes a clear, repeatable procedure for measuring flow resistance of hot applied joint sealants.
    • Targets stability assessment at elevated temperatures, which is vital for road and infrastructure applications.
  • Test Method Summary

    • Preparation: Two rectangular plate-shaped specimens are prepared using a metal frame placed on a metal plate.
    • Conditions: Samples are tested at a temperature of 60°C (±1°C) over a period of 5 hours.
    • Procedure: The specimen is positioned at a fixed angle in a preheated oven. After exposure, the flow of the sealant's lower edge is measured.
    • Results: The test outcome is reported as the average of two measurements, providing an objective indication of sealant resistance to flow.
  • Equipment Requirements

    • Forced-air ventilated laboratory oven
    • Specific metal frames and sample carriers
    • Test stand for maintaining the correct angle and orientation
  • Reporting

    • Test reports must include product details, manufacturer, batch information, preparation and testing conditions, and measurement results, ensuring transparency and traceability.

Applications

Implementing SIST EN 13880-5:2024 delivers tangible benefits in multiple sectors:

  • Road Construction and Maintenance

    • Facilitates the selection of joint sealants with proven stability under hot conditions, reducing the likelihood of joint failures in pavements and asphalt surfaces.
    • Assures compliance with performance specifications required for infrastructure longevity.
  • Quality Control for Sealant Manufacturers

    • Provides a reliable framework for product development and batch testing.
    • Helps ensure consistency in product performance, supporting claims in marketing and procurement documentation.
  • Testing Laboratories

    • Enables accredited laboratories to offer certified testing services, essential for third-party validation and regulatory compliance.
    • Allows for comparative analysis between products or batches, improving decision-making for procurement and application.
  • Engineering and Specification

    • Offers engineers and clients a dependable basis for specifying sealant products in tender documentation and contracts.
    • Supports risk management by ensuring only sealants with adequate flow resistance are used in critical expansion joints and other demanding applications.

Related Standards

SIST EN 13880-5:2024 is closely linked to other standards within the same series and wider industry context:

  • EN 13880 Series (Hot Applied Joint Sealants)

    • Part 1: Density determination at 25°C
    • Part 2: Cone penetration at 25°C
    • Part 3: Penetration and recovery (resilience)
    • Part 4: Heat resistance - Change in penetration value
    • Part 6: Sample preparation for testing
    • Part 7: Function testing of joint sealants
    • Part 8: Change in weight after fuel immersion
    • Part 9: Compatibility with asphalt pavements
    • Part 10: Adhesion and cohesion testing
    • Part 11 & 12: Preparation of test blocks (asphalt and concrete)
    • Part 13: Discontinuous extension (adherence test)
  • EN 12594: Preparation of test samples for bitumen and bituminous binders.

  • EN 14188-1: Specifications for hot applied joint sealants.

These related standards ensure a holistic approach for assessing all critical properties of hot applied joint sealants, helping organizations meet technical, safety, and regulatory requirements for road construction materials and sealing solutions.

Keywords: hot applied joint sealants, flow resistance, joint sealant testing, stability at elevated temperature, road construction materials, EN 13880-5, quality control, thermal stability of sealants, SIST standard, infrastructure durability.

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Frequently Asked Questions

SIST EN 13880-5:2024 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Hot applied joint sealants - Part 5: Test method for the determination of flow resistance". This standard covers: This document describes a method for determining the flow resistance of hot applied joint sealants to characterize the stability at elevated temperature.

This document describes a method for determining the flow resistance of hot applied joint sealants to characterize the stability at elevated temperature.

SIST EN 13880-5:2024 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.100.50 - Binders. Sealing materials; 93.080.20 - Road construction materials. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

SIST EN 13880-5:2024 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 13880-5:2005, SIST EN 12767:2019+A1:2025, SIST EN 12594:2025, SIST EN 13880-6:2019, SIST EN 14188-1:2005. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

SIST EN 13880-5:2024 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011; Standardization Mandates: M/124. 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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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-junij-2024
Nadomešča:
SIST EN 13880-5:2005
Toplo nanosljive tesnilne mase za stike - 5. del: Preskusna metoda za ugotavljanje
pretočnega upora
Hot applied joint sealants - Part 5: Test method for the determination of flow resistance
Heiß verarbeitbare Fugenmassen - Teil 5: Prüfverfahren zur Bestimmung der Fließlänge
Produits d'étanchéité pour joints appliqués à chaud - Partie 5 : Méthode d'essai pour la
détermination de la résistance à l'écoulement
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 13880-5:2024
ICS:
91.100.50 Veziva. Tesnilni materiali Binders. Sealing materials
93.080.20 Materiali za gradnjo cest Road construction materials
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EN 13880-5
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
March 2024
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 93.080.20 Supersedes EN 13880-5:2004
English Version
Hot applied joint sealants - Part 5: Test method for the
determination of flow resistance
Produits d'étanchéité pour joints appliqués à chaud - Heiß verarbeitbare Fugenmassen - Teil 5:
Partie 5 : Méthode d'essai pour la détermination de la Prüfverfahren zur Bestimmung der Fließlänge
résistance à l'écoulement
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 4 January 2024.

CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this
European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references
concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN
member.
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Contents Page
European foreword . 3
1 Scope . 5
2 Normative references . 5
3 Term and definition . 5
4 Principle . 5
5 Apparatus . 5
6 Preparation and conditioning of the test specimens . 7
7 Test conditions . 8
8 Procedure. 8
9 Expression of results . 8
10 Precision . 8
11 Test report . 9
Bibliography . 10
European foreword
This document (EN 13880-5:2024) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 227 “Road
materials”, the secretariat of which is held by BSI.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by September 2024, and conflicting national standards shall
be withdrawn at the latest by September 2024.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document supersedes EN 13880-5:2004.
The main changes compared to the previous edition are listed below:
— normative references have been updated;
— scope, definition and principle have been clarified;
— preparation and conditioning actions have been better specified;
— procedure has been redrafted for better description.
This document is one of a series of standards as listed below:
EN 13880-1, Hot applied joint sealants — Part 1: Test method for the determination of density at 25 °C
EN 13880-2, Hot applied joint sealants — Part 2: Test method for the determination of cone penetration at
25 °C
EN 13880-3, Hot applied joint sealants — Part 3: Test method for the determination of penetration and
recovery (resilience)
EN 13880-4, Hot applied joint sealants — Part 4: Test method for the determination of heat resistance —
Change in penetration value
EN 13880-5, Hot applied joint sealants — Part 5: Test method for the determination of flow resistance
EN 13880-6, Hot applied joint sealants — Part 6: Test method for the preparation of samples for testing
EN 13880-7, Hot applied joint sealants — Part 7: Function testing of joint sealants
EN 13880-8, Hot applied joint sealants — Part 8: Test method for the determination of the change in weight
of fuel resistance joint sealants after fuel immersion
EN 13880-9, Hot applied joint sealants — Part 9: Test method for the determination of compatibility with
asphalt pavements
EN 13880-10, Hot applied joint sealants — Part 10: Test method for the determination of adhesion and
cohesion following continuous extension and compression
EN 13880-11, Hot applied joint sealants — Part 11: Test method for the preparation of asphalt test blocks
used in the function test and for the determination of compatibility with asphalt pavements
EN 13880-12, Hot applied joint sealants — Part 12: Test method for the manufacture of concrete test blocks
for testing (recipe methods)
EN 13880-13, Hot applied joint sealants — Part 13: Test method for the determination of the discontinuous
extension (adherence test)
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national standards body.
A complete listing of these bodies can be found on the CEN website.
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following countries are bound to implement this European Stan
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