EN 12056-4:2000
(Main)Gravity drainage systems inside buildings - Part 4: Wastewater lifting plants - Layout and calculation
Gravity drainage systems inside buildings - Part 4: Wastewater lifting plants - Layout and calculation
This part gives layout, operation and maintenance requirements for lifting plants for wastewater containing faecal matter, faecal-free wastewater and rainwater within buildings and sites, together with their discharge pipework and connection to drain. It also covers faecal wastewater lifting plants for limited applications.
Schwerkraftentwässerungsanlagen innerhalb von Gebäuden - Teil 4: Abwasserhebeanlagen - Planung und Bemessung
Dieser Teil der Europäischen Norm beschreibt Auslegung, Betrieb und Instandhaltungsregeln für Abwasserhebeanlagen für fäkalienhaltiges und -freies Abwasser und Regenwasser innerhalb von Gebäuden und auf Grundstücken sowie deren Anschluß an die Sammel- und Grundleitungen. Er gilt auch für Fäkalienhebeanlagen zur begrenzten Verwendung.
Réseaux d'évacuation gravitaire à l'intérieur des bâtiments - Partie 4: Stations de relevage d'effluents - Conception et calculs
Cette partie de la norme européenne décrit la conception, le fonctionnement et les règles d'entretien pour des stations de relevage pour effluents contenant des matières fécales et exempts de matières fécales et pour eaux de pluie à l'intérieur des bâtiments et sur terrains, ainsi que le raccordement aux canalisations et conduites collectrices. Elle s'applique également aux stations de relevage à application limitée pour effluents contenant des matières fécales.
Težnostni kanalizacijski sistemi v stavbah - 4. del: Črpališča - Načrtovanje in izračun
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 20-Jun-2000
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 165 - Waste water engineering
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 165/WG 21 - Drainage systems inside buildings
- Current Stage
- 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 11-Jun-2021
- Completion Date
- 14-Apr-2025
Relations
- Effective Date
- 22-Dec-2008
- Effective Date
- 22-Dec-2008
- Effective Date
- 22-Dec-2008
- Effective Date
- 22-Dec-2008
Overview
EN 12056-4:2000 (CEN) is the European standard that specifies requirements for the layout, operation and maintenance of wastewater lifting plants inside buildings and on sites. It applies to lifting plants handling wastewater containing faecal matter, faecal‑free wastewater and rainwater, and covers their associated discharge pipework and connection to drain. The standard also addresses faecal wastewater lifting plants for limited applications.
Key topics
- Scope and definitions - classification of lifting plants (faecal, faecal‑free, rainwater) and application limits.
- Layout and siting - guidance on location, access, ventilation and space requirements to ensure safe installation and operation.
- Hydraulic design and calculation - procedures for sizing lifting plants and discharge pipework to achieve reliable drainage (pump selection, flow considerations).
- Operation requirements - control, switching, alarms and backup provisions to maintain continuous service.
- Maintenance and inspection - access for cleaning, servicing intervals, replacement parts and safe working practices.
- Connection to drainage system - requirements for discharge point, backflow prevention and integration with building drainage and external sewers.
- Hygiene and environmental aspects - measures to prevent contamination, odour control and proper handling of faecal wastewater.
Applications
EN 12056-4:2000 is intended for practical use in the design, installation and upkeep of in‑building lifting stations, including:
- Multi‑storey buildings where gravity flow to sewer is not possible
- Basement or sub‑level sanitary facilities and remote fixtures
- Sites subject to flood risk or where sewer connection point is elevated
- Temporary or specialist installations requiring hygienic wastewater removal
Who uses this standard
- Building services and plumbing engineers
- Architectural and structural designers integrating drainage solutions
- Installation contractors and mechanical plumbers
- Facility managers and maintenance teams responsible for servicing lifting plants
- Local authorities, building control and compliance officers
Related standards
- EN 12056 series (other parts covering gravity drainage in buildings) and national plumbing codes. Refer to the wider EN 12056 suite for complementary requirements on system design, drainage components and testing.
EN 12056-4:2000 is a practical reference for ensuring safe, hygienic and code‑compliant design and maintenance of wastewater lifting plants in building drainage projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 12056-4:2000 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Gravity drainage systems inside buildings - Part 4: Wastewater lifting plants - Layout and calculation". This standard covers: This part gives layout, operation and maintenance requirements for lifting plants for wastewater containing faecal matter, faecal-free wastewater and rainwater within buildings and sites, together with their discharge pipework and connection to drain. It also covers faecal wastewater lifting plants for limited applications.
This part gives layout, operation and maintenance requirements for lifting plants for wastewater containing faecal matter, faecal-free wastewater and rainwater within buildings and sites, together with their discharge pipework and connection to drain. It also covers faecal wastewater lifting plants for limited applications.
EN 12056-4:2000 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.140.80 - Drainage systems. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 12056-4:2000 has the following relationships with other standards: It is excused to EN 12050-1:2001, EN 12050-3:2000, EN 12050-2:2000, EN 12050-4:2000. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 12056-4:2000 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 93/38/EEC; Standardization Mandates: M/BC/CEN/88/15. 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)
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표준 문서 EN 12056-4:2000은 건물 내부의 중력 배수 시스템에 관한 중요한 지침을 제공합니다. 이 표준은 폐수 리프팅 플랜트의 배치, 작동 및 유지보수 요구 사항을 다루고 있으며, 특히 인분이 포함된 폐수, 인분이 없는 폐수 및 우수와 같은 다양한 종류의 폐수 처리에 포괄적으로 적용됩니다. 표준의 강점은 명확한 설계 기준과 유지보수 지침을 제공하여, 건물 내부에서의 리프팅 시스템이 안전하고 효율적으로 운영될 수 있도록 하기 때문입니다. 또한, 인분을 포함한 폐수 리프팅 플랜트의 제한된 애플리케이션에 대한 내용을 포함하여, 다양한 상황에서의 적합성을 높이고 있습니다. 또한, EN 12056-4:2000은 배수 배관 및 하수도를 연결하는 방법에 대한 자세한 설명을 포함하고 있어, 실무자들이 효율적인 배수 시스템을 설계하고 구현하는 데 큰 도움이 됩니다. 이 표준은 건물 설계 및 유지관리에 있어 폐수 처리의 중요성을 인식하고 이에 따른 적절한 지침을 제시함으로써, 건물의 전반적인 위생 및 안전성을 크게 향상시키는 역할을 합니다. 따라서 SIST EN 12056-4:2001 문서는 폐수 리프팅 플랜트의 설계와 운영에 대한 필수 기준을 제공하며, 건물의 배수 시스템 설계에 있어 불가결한 요소로 여겨집니다. 이 표준을 준수함으로써, 각종 배수 관련 문제를 사전에 예방하고, 효과적인 유지보수를 통해 오랜 기간 안정적인 운영을 보장할 수 있습니다.
EN 12056-4:2000は、建物内の重力排水システムに関する非常に重要な標準です。この標準は、廃棄物を含む排水のリフティングプラントのレイアウト、運用、およびメンテナンス要件を明確に定義しています。特に、糞便を含む廃水、糞便を含まない廃水、および雨水に関する要件が網羅されており、建物や敷地内での設置において非常に実用的です。 この文書の強みは、糞便廃水リフティングプラントに関する限られた適用に対するガイドラインも提供されている点です。このことにより、特定のニーズに応じた設計や導入が可能になり、施設ごとの最適な運用を促進します。さらに、排水管路及び排水への接続に関する詳細な情報も含まれており、専門家にとって必須のリファレンスとなります。 標準の関連性は、今後の建築や排水システムの設計、維持管理においてますます重要になることが予想されます。特に、持続可能な都市開発や環境保護の観点からも、廃水管理の重要性が高まっているため、EN 12056-4:2000は現代の建物の設計基準にも大きく寄与しています。この標準を遵守することで、効率的かつ安全な排水システムを実現できるでしょう。
Die Norm EN 12056-4:2000 legt einen klaren Rahmen für die Planung, den Betrieb und die Wartung von Abwasserhebeanlagen innerhalb von Gebäuden fest. Der Umfang dieser Norm ist entscheidend, da sie sowohl bei der Handhabung von fäkalhaltigem Abwasser als auch bei fäkalienfreier Abwasserentsorgung und Regenwasser aufgeht. Diese umfassende Betrachtung ermöglicht eine standardisierte Herangehensweise, die nicht nur die Sicherheit, sondern auch die Effizienz von Abwassersystemen in Gebäudeanlagen erhöht. Ein großer Vorteil der Norm liegt in ihrer detaillierten Betrachtung der Entwässerungssysteme, insbesondere der Abwasserhebeanlagen. Die enthaltenen Anforderungen zur Nomenklatur von Abwasser, Entwässerungspumpen und deren Anschluss an das kommunale Kanalsystem bieten Fachleuten eine wertvolle Richtlinie. Dies fördert nicht nur die Konformität mit gesetzlichen Vorgaben, sondern sorgt auch dafür, dass die Einrichtungen effizient und nachhaltig betrieben werden können. Die Norm ist besonders relevant für Fachleute im Bauwesen, Ingenieure und Architekten, die mit der Planung und dem Betrieb von Kloakanlagen und anderen Abwassersystemen betraut sind. Durch die Einhaltung der Vorgaben aus EN 12056-4:2000 können nicht nur die technischen Anforderungen erfüllt werden, sondern auch die Umweltbelastung durch unsachgemäße Abwasserentsorgung minimiert werden. Zusammenfassend lässt sich sagen, dass EN 12056-4:2000 eine grundlegende Norm darstellt, die als Leitfaden für zeitgemäße und effektive Abwasserhebeanlagen dient und somit einen wesentlichen Beitrag zur nachhaltigen Planung und Ausführung von Gebäuden leistet. Die umfassenden Anforderungen und Richtlinien machen diese Norm zu einem unverzichtbaren Dokument in der Bau- und Ingenieurforschung.
The standard EN 12056-4:2000 provides a comprehensive framework for the layout, operation, and maintenance of wastewater lifting plants within buildings. Its scope is specifically designed to address the complexities involved in handling wastewater that includes both faecal matter and faecal-free wastewater, as well as rainwater. This detailed elaboration ensures that practitioners in the field can effectively manage the challenges associated with gravity drainage systems. One of the significant strengths of this standard is its structured approach to defining the requirements for wastewater lifting plants. It aids in the design and implementation of these systems, facilitating a clear understanding of the necessary discharge pipework and its connections to the existing drainage infrastructure. The guidance provided not only enhances the operational efficiency of the lifting plants but also ensures compliance with relevant health and safety regulations, making it a critical resource for engineers and specialists in wastewater management. Additionally, the standard addresses specific applications for faecal wastewater lifting plants, which is crucial for settings that have unique disposal requirements. This level of specificity improves the relevance and applicability of the standard across various scenarios, catering to both general and specialized uses. By outlining maintenance needs, the document also contributes to the longevity and reliability of wastewater lifting systems, emphasizing the importance of ongoing upkeep to prevent failures and ensure optimal performance. Overall, the EN 12056-4:2000 standard serves as an essential reference for professionals involved in the management of wastewater systems in buildings. Its thorough layout, operational guidelines, and maintenance instructions provide the clarity needed to implement efficient and compliant wastewater lifting solutions, reinforcing its relevance in contemporary drainage system practices.
La norme EN 12056-4:2000 est un document essentiel pour la conception et l'installation de systèmes de drainage gravitaire à l'intérieur des bâtiments, en particulier en ce qui concerne les installations de relevage des eaux usées. Cette norme fournit des exigences claires concernant la disposition, le fonctionnement et l'entretien des stations de relevage pour les eaux usées contenant des matières fécales, ainsi que les eaux usées sans matières fécales et les eaux pluviales. Une des forces majeures de la norme EN 12056-4:2000 réside dans sa portée exhaustive, qui inclut non seulement les aspects de conception technique, mais aussi les considérations pratiques liées à l'exploitation et à la maintenance des installations de relevage. Cela garantit que les professionnels du secteur disposent des informations nécessaires pour assurer un fonctionnement optimal des systèmes de drainage, minimisant ainsi les risques d'éventuelles pannes ou de défaillances. La norme aborde également des situations spécifiques, telles que les installations de relevage pour les eaux usées fécales lors d'applications limitées, ce qui en fait un document particulièrement pertinent pour un large éventail d'applications dans le domaine du bâtiment. Elle contribue aussi à harmoniser les pratiques de construction et d'ingénierie, favorisant ainsi la sécurité et l'efficacité des systèmes de drainage dans différents types de bâtiments. En résumé, la norme SIST EN 12056-4:2001 est un outil fondamental pour les professionnels du bâtiment et de l'ingénierie, offrant une base solide pour la conception, l'installation et la gestion des systèmes de relevage des eaux usées. Sa capacité à intégrer des exigences spécifiques tout en restant accessible et applicable à divers contextes renforce sa pertinence dans le paysage actuel de la construction et de la plomberie.
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