M/104 - CPD: Structural Bearings
Mandate to CEN/CENELEC concerning the execution of standardization work for harmonized standards on structural bearings
Mandate M/104 authorizes CEN and CENELEC to develop harmonized standards for structural bearings under the Construction Products Directive (CPD). The objective is to establish clear and consistent technical specifications to ensure the safety, reliability, and performance of structural bearings used in construction. This mandate facilitates the creation of European standards that support compliance with EU legislation, promoting a unified market and enhancing product interoperability and safety in construction projects. The decision reflects the resolution reference CEN/BT C101/1997 related to the approval and execution of this standardization work.
Purpose
The mandate M/104 was issued to authorize CEN and CENELEC to carry out standardisation work related to structural bearings. The objective is to develop harmonized standards that ensure consistent technical specifications and interoperability for structural bearings within the European Union. These standards contribute to the implementation of the Construction Products Directive (CPD).
Standardisation request
The request mandates CEN and CENELEC to develop harmonized European standards for structural bearings. This involves defining technical requirements, testing methods, and performance criteria to support regulatory compliance and facilitate free movement of construction products on the internal market.
Expected deliverables
- Harmonized European standards for structural bearings aligned with the Construction Products Directive.
- Documents specifying design, manufacturing, testing, and performance criteria.
- Standards that can be used as a basis for CE marking and demonstrating conformity with EU legislation.
Context
Structural bearings are critical components in construction, providing support and allowing controlled movement between structural elements. The mandate was adopted following resolution CEN/BT C101/1997 to implement the Construction Products Directive, which aims to harmonize technical standards across EU Member States. This facilitates market access and safety assurance for construction products such as structural bearings.
The mandate covers the standardisation of structural bearings used in construction. This includes the development of harmonized standards related to the design, performance, and testing of structural bearings to ensure safety, reliability, and compatibility in construction projects across the European Union.
General Information
Frequently Asked Questions
A European Standardization Mandate is a formal request from the European Commission to the European Standardization Organizations (CEN, CENELEC, and ETSI) to develop European standards (ENs) in support of EU legislation and policies. Mandates are issued under Regulation (EU) No 1025/2012 and help ensure that products and services meet the essential requirements set out in EU directives and regulations.
M/104 is a European Standardization Mandate titled "Mandate to CEN/CENELEC concerning the execution of standardization work for harmonized standards on structural bearings". Mandate to CEN/CENELEC concerning the execution of standardization work for harmonized standards on structural bearings There are 42 standards developed under this mandate.
Standards developed in response to a mandate and cited in the Official Journal of the European Union become "harmonized standards". Products manufactured in compliance with harmonized standards benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation, facilitating CE marking and market access across the European Economic Area.