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This document describes the methodology for measuring and characterizing the dustiness of bulk materials that contain or release respirable NOAA or other respirable particles, under standard and reproducible conditions and specifies for that purpose the vortex shaker method.
This document specifies the selection of instruments and devices and the procedures for calculating and presenting the results. It also gives guidelines on the evaluation and reporting of the data.
The methodology described in this document enables:
a)   the measurement of the respirable dustiness mass fraction;
b)   the measurement of the number-based dustiness index of respirable particles in the particle size range from about 10 nm to about 1 µm;
c)   the measurement of the number-based emission rate of respirable particles in the particle size range from about 10 nm to about 1 µm;
d)   the measurement of the number-based particle size distribution of the released respirable aerosol in the particle size range from about 10 nm to 10 µm;
e)   the collection of released airborne particles in the respirable fraction for subsequent observations and analysis by electron microscopy.
This document is applicable to the testing of a wide range of bulk materials including nanomaterials in powder form.
NOTE 1   With slightly different configurations of the method specified in this document, dustiness of a series of carbon nanotubes has been investigated ([5] to [10]). On the basis of this published work, the vortex shaker method is also applicable to nanofibres and nanoplates.
This document is not applicable to millimetre-sized granules or pellets containing nano-objects in either unbound, bound uncoated and coated forms.
NOTE 2   The restrictions with regard to the application of the vortex shaker method on different kinds of nanomaterials result from the configuration of the vortex shaker apparatus as well as from the small size of the test sample required. Eventually, if future work will be able to provide accurate and repeatable data demonstrating that an extension of the method applicability is possible, the intention is to revise this document and to introduce further cases of method application.
NOTE 3   As observed in the pre-normative research project [4], the vortex shaker method specified in this document provides a more energetic aerosolization than the rotating drum, the continuous drop and the small rotating drum methods specified in EN 17199 2 [1], EN 17199 3 [2] and EN 17199 4 [3], respectively. The vortex shaker method can better simulate high energy dust dispersion operations or processes where vibration or shaking is applied or even describe a worst case scenario in a workplace, including the (non-recommended) practice of cleaning contaminated worker coveralls and dry work surfaces with compressed air.
NOTE 4   Currently no classification scheme in terms of dustiness indices or emission rates has been established according to the vortex shaker method. Eventually, when a large number of measurement data has been obtained, the intention is to revise the document and to introduce such a classification scheme, if applicable.

Part 2:
This part of IEC 62818, which is a Technical Specification, establishes a system of fiber
reinforced composite cores used as supporting member material in conductors for overhead
lines which may be used as the basis for specifications. This document is applicable to fiber
reinforced composite core, with a metallic matrix, used as supporting member material in
conductors for overhead lines.
This document gives guidance on:
– defining the common terms used for fiber reinforced composite cores with a metallic matrix,
– prescribing common methods and recommendations to characterize the properties of fiber
reinforced composite cores based on single or multi-wires, with MMC (Metallic Matrix
Composite) used as a supporting member material in conductors,
– prescribing or recommending acceptance or failure criteria when applicable.
These tests, criteria and recommendations are intended to ensure a satisfactory use and quality
under normal operating and environmental conditions.
This document does not prescribe performance or compliance criteria which may be required
but indicative values could be given in Annexes for guidance.

The EN 50483 series applies to overhead line fittings for tensioning, supporting and connecting aerial bundled cables (ABC) of rated voltage U0/U (Um): 0,6/1 (1,2) kV.
This document applies to tensioning devices consisting of tension and suspension clamps, fittings and brackets designed to be used for installation of self-supporting ABC defined in HD 626 S2.
Tests described in this document are type tests.

The EN 50483 series applies to overhead line fittings for tensioning, supporting and connecting aerial bundled cables (ABC) of rated voltage U0/U (Um): 0,6/1 (1,2) kV.
This document applies to tensioning devices consisting of tension and suspension clamps, and tension and suspension assemblies used for the installation of ABC with either insulated or bare neutral messenger.
The tension and suspension clamps are designed to be installed on neutral conductors of ABC defined in HD 626 S2.
Tests described in this document are type tests.

Applies to electric direct-acting room heaters. They may be portable, stationary, fixed or built-in. It defines the main performance characteristics and the methods for measuring these characteristics. For thermal-storage room heaters, see IEC 60531.

The EN 50483 series applies to overhead line fittings for tensioning, supporting and connecting aerial bundled cables (ABC) of rated voltage U0/U (Um): 0,6/1 (1,2) kV.
The purpose of this Part 1 is to define the common aspects of the products included in the above scope.

This European Standard specifies requirements and gives recommendations for the design, installation and maintenance of fixed fire sprinkler systems in buildings and industrial plants, and particular requirements for sprinkler systems that are integral to measures for the protection of life.
This European Standard covers only the types of sprinkler specified in EN 12259-1 (see Annex L).
The requirements and recommendations of this European Standard are also applicable to any addition, extension, repair or other modification to a sprinkler system. They are not applicable to water spray or deluge systems.
It covers the classification of hazards, provision of water supplies, components to be used, installation and testing of the system, maintenance, and the extension of existing systems, and identifies construction details of buildings which are the minimum necessary for satisfactory performance of sprinkler systems complying with this European Standard.
This European Standard does not cover water supplies to systems other than sprinklers. Its requirements can be used as guidance for other fixed firefighting extinguishing systems, provided that any specific requirements for other firefighting extinguishing supplies are taken into account.
This European Standard is intended for use by those concerned with purchasing, designing, installing, testing, inspecting, approving, operating and maintaining automatic sprinkler systems, in order that such equipment will function as intended throughout its life.
This European Standard is intended only for fixed fire sprinkler systems in buildings and other premises on land. Although the general principles might well apply to other uses (e.g. maritime use). For these other uses additional considerations should be taken into account.
The requirements are not valid for automatic sprinkler systems on ships, in aircraft, on vehicles and mobile fire appliances or for below ground systems in the mining industry.
Sprinkler system design deviations might be allowed when such deviations have been shown to provide a level of protection at least equivalent to this European Standard, for example by means of full-scale fire testing where appropriate, and where the design criteria have been fully documented.

This document defines the general considerations applicable to any type of remote monitoring and control system (RMCS) used in irrigation. The document also includes some specific clauses on RMCS that fully or partially incorporate controllers developed for irrigation. These controllers are specific hardware developments designed for specific irrigation monitoring and/or control requirements. An indication is given at the beginning of each section that clearly defines when it is specifically intended for controllers developed for irrigation.

The EN 50483 series applies to overhead line fittings for tensioning, supporting and connecting aerial bundled cables (ABC) of rated voltage U0/U (Um): 0,6/1 (1,2) kV.
This document applies to the connections described in EN 50483-4, including branch connectors, Insulation Piercing Connectors (IPC), pre-insulated lugs (terminals) and through pre-insulated connectors (sleeves).
Two classes of connectors are covered by this document:
-   Class A: These are connectors intended for electricity distribution or industrial networks in which they can be subjected to short-circuits of relatively high intensity and duration. As a consequence, Class A connectors will be suitable for the majority of applications.
-   Class B: These are connectors for networks in which overloads or short-circuits are rapidly cleared by the operation of protection devices.
Depending on their application, the connectors are subjected to heat cycles and short-circuit current tests.
Class A: the connectors are subjected to heat cycles and short-circuit current tests.
Class B: the connectors are subjected to heat cycles only.
The object of this document is to define the heating cycles test methods and requirements which apply to compression through connectors, insulation piercing connectors and all other type of connections for low voltage aerial bundled cables.

The EN 50483 series applies to overhead line fittings for tensioning, supporting and connecting aerial bundled cables (ABC) of rated voltage U0/U (Um): 0,6/1 (1,2) kV.
This document applies to connectors used for the electrical connection of ABC.
The connectors are designed to be installed where either the main and/or branch cable is ABC as defined by HD 626 S2.
Tests described in this document are type tests.

This document defines terms used in the field of cloud computing.

This document gives guidelines for establishing severity assessment criteria for anomalies identified by airborne (AB) and structure-borne (SB) ultrasound, specifies methods and requirements for carrying out ultrasonic inspection, testing, measurement and monitoring of machines, including safety recommendations and sources of error, and provides information relative to data interpretation, assessment criteria and reporting.

This document specifies requirements for the optical and geometrical properties of semi-finished blanks.

This document defines standardized and repeatable test procedures for the evaluation of blowby oil aerosol separators and filtering devices and specifies laboratory gravimetric separation efficiency and system pressure tests in both open and closed crankcase ventilation systems. This document has a limitation of 0 % to 99 % for aerosol gravimetric efficiency. NOTE Gravimetric efficiencies > 99 % can be difficult to measure due to long test durations and absolute filter weight measurements. Filter life is not evaluated in this document. This test method only applies to devices that have a defined tubular inlet, outlet and drain that can be connected to the test equipment. For devices that lack such connections, for example, one that is built into a valve cover, see Annex A.

This document specifies the requirements for an environmental management system that an organization can use to enhance its environmental performance. It is intended for use by an organization seeking to manage its environmental responsibilities in a systematic manner that contributes to the environmental pillar of sustainability. This document helps an organization to achieve the intended outcomes of its environmental management system, which provide value for the environment, the organization itself and interested parties. The intended outcomes of an environmental management system include: enhancing environmental performance; meeting compliance obligations; achieving environmental objectives. This document is applicable to any organization, regardless of size, type or nature, and applies to the environmental aspects of its activities, products and services that the organization determines it can either control or influence considering a life cycle perspective. This document does not state specific environmental performance criteria. This document can be used in whole or in part to systematically improve environmental management. Claims of conformity to this document, however, are not acceptable unless all its requirements are incorporated into an organization’s environmental management system and fulfilled without exclusion.

IEC 61196-1-326:2026 specifies the test methods of clamps for laying coaxial communication cable, including mechanical test methods and environmental test methods.
This document applies to clamps for laying coaxial communication cables, including feeder and radiating cables. For requirements not covered in IEC 61914, clamps for other types of cables can also refer to this document.
This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition published in 2022. This edition constitutes a technical revision.
This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition:
a) Addition of Clause 4 to Clause 15.

This document specifies a practical procedure to create and verify distance-speed diagrams and speed curves using the parameters specified in ISO 24675-1, from which the shortest running time for railway timetabling is obtained by numerically integrating the speed curves. This document excludes running time calculation used for purposes other than timetabling.

This document specifies requirements and guidelines for: the design parameters to be provided to the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) unit manufacturer by the rolling stock manufacturer (“Customer”) and the railway operator, the test and inspection items, requirements and methods used by the HVAC unit manufacturer to verify that the HVAC unit conforms with the design parameters. This document is applicable to HVAC units for the passenger area and driver’s cabs in urban (metro, tramway), suburban, regional and main line vehicles.