CEN/TS 16819:2015
(Main)Postal services - Parcel boxes for end use - Technical features
Postal services - Parcel boxes for end use - Technical features
This Technical Specification describes the technical features of parcel boxes for end use. This covers technical features such as size of parcels, ergonomics and safety, corrosion and water penetration resistance and security of delivery.
Postalische Dienstleistungen - Paketboxen für den Endverbrauch - Technische Merkmale
Diese Technische Spezifikation beschreibt die technischen Merkmale von Paketboxen für den Endverbrauch. Dies umfasst technische Merkmale wie Paketgröße, Ergonomie und Sicherheit, Korrosion und Wassereindringwiderstand und sichere Zustellung.
Services postaux - Boîtes à colis pour utilisation finale - Caractéristiques techniques
La présente Spécification technique décrit les caractéristiques techniques des boîtes à colis pour utilisation finale. Elle traite des caractéristiques techniques telles que la taille des colis, l’ergonomie et la sécurité des personnes, la résistance à la corrosion et aux intempéries, ainsi que la sécurité des biens lors de la distribution.
Poštne storitve - Škatle za pakete za končno uporabo - Tehnične značilnosti
Ta tehnična specifikacija opisuje tehnične značilnosti škatel za pakete za končno uporabo. To zajema tehnične značilnosti, kot so velikost paketov, ergonomija in varnost, odpornost proti koroziji in prodiranju vode ter varnost dostave.
General Information
Overview
CEN/TS 16819:2015 - "Postal services - Parcel boxes for end use - Technical features" is a European Technical Specification that defines the technical features, classifications and test methods for parcel boxes intended to receive parcels delivered by postal and parcel operators. The document covers parcel box dimensions, ergonomics and safety, corrosion and water resistance, and security of delivery, and includes Annexes with dimensional data, installation guidance and tests.
Key topics and requirements
- Scope and classification
- Parcel box types: dedicated or shared; limited or not limited to a single delivery at a time.
- Eight parcel sizes are defined (maximum dimensions given in Annex A).
- Dimensions and gauge parcels
- Boxes must accommodate the maximum parcel sizes in Annex A.
- Gauge parcels are used to verify delivery clearance and emptying without damage.
- Ergonomics and accessibility
- Installation instructions are required; non-conformance results from incorrect installation.
- Where more than four boxes are grouped, at least 30% must have opening devices (locks/handles) installed between 900 mm and 1 300 mm for accessibility.
- Safety and child protection
- Components reachable during use must not have sharp edges.
- For large boxes (size XL or larger), child entrapment measures are required: emergency opening from the inside, maximum opening force specified (≤ 8 N), ventilation/opening provisions, and warning labels for parents.
- Corrosion and water penetration
- Corrosion resistance is classified against EN 1670 (three grades identified in the specification).
- Water penetration and IP-type protection considerations are included.
- Security
- Six security grades are defined for door, lock and casing performance.
- Requirements cover locking mechanisms (mechanical/electronic), fixings, casing strength and alternative door systems.
- Testing
- Test methods are detailed in Clause 6 and corresponding informative/ normative annexes (including ventilation and security tests).
Applications and intended users
This Technical Specification is practical for:
- Parcel box manufacturers - design, performance claims, labelling and installation instructions.
- Postal and parcel operators - procurement specifications and acceptance testing for secure parcel delivery.
- Property managers / building owners - selecting compliant parcel boxes for residential and multi-occupancy buildings.
- Installers and specifiers - guidance on correct mounting heights and fixings.
- Testing laboratories and certification bodies - applying the Clause 6 test methods and annex guidance.
Keywords: parcel boxes, parcel box technical specification, parcel box dimensions, parcel box security, parcel box corrosion resistance, CEN/TS 16819, postal services standard.
Related standards
- EN 1670 (Building hardware - Corrosion resistance)
- EN 13724:2013 (Postal services - Letter box apertures - Requirements and test methods)
- EN/IEC 60529 (IP Code - Degrees of protection)
Standards Content (Sample)
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Postal services - Parcel boxes for end use - Technical features
Postalische Dienstleistungen - Paketboxen für den Endverbrauch - Technische
Merkmale
Services postaux - Boîtes à colis pour utilisation finale - Caractéristiques techniques
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: CEN/TS 16819:2015
ICS:
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CEN/TS 16819
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
SPÉCIFICATION TECHNIQUE
October 2015
TECHNISCHE SPEZIFIKATION
ICS 03.240
English Version
Postal services - Parcel boxes for end use - Technical
features
Services postaux - Boîtes à colis pour utilisation finale - Postalische Dienstleistungen - Paketboxen für den
Caractéristiques techniques Endverbrauch - Technische Merkmale
This Technical Specification (CEN/TS) was approved by CEN on 26 June 2015 for provisional application.
The period of validity of this CEN/TS is limited initially to three years. After two years the members of CEN will be requested to
submit their comments, particularly on the question whether the CEN/TS can be converted into a European Standard.
CEN members are required to announce the existence of this CEN/TS in the same way as for an EN and to make the CEN/TS
available promptly at national level in an appropriate form. It is permissible to keep conflicting national standards in force (in
parallel to the CEN/TS) until the final decision about the possible conversion of the CEN/TS into an EN is reached.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania,
Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and
United Kingdom.
EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATION
COMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATION
EUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNG
CEN-CENELEC Management Centre: Avenue Marnix 17, B-1000 Brussels
© 2015 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. CEN/TS 16819:2015 E
worldwide for CEN national Members.
Contents Page
European foreword . 4
1 Scope . 5
2 Normative references . 5
3 Terms and definitions . 5
4 Classification, designation and coding . 6
4.1 Parcel box types . 6
4.2 Parcel sizes . 6
4.3 Corrosion resistance . 6
4.4 Security . 6
5 Requirements . 7
5.1 General requirements . 7
5.2 Components . 7
5.3 Dimensions . 7
5.3.1 Parcel box dimensions . 7
5.3.2 Gauge parcel . 7
5.4 Ergonomics and safety . 7
5.4.1 Installation height of the box and lock . 7
5.4.2 Safety . 8
5.4.3 Fire protection regulations . 9
5.5 Corrosion and water penetration . 9
5.5.1 General . 9
5.5.2 Water penetration . 9
5.6 Security . 9
5.6.1 Security requirements . 9
5.6.2 Security door and locks . 9
5.6.3 Fixings . 10
5.6.4 Casing strength. 10
5.6.5 Other door systems . 10
6 Test methods . 10
6.1 General test requirements . 10
6.2 Components . 10
6.3 Dimensions . 10
6.4 Ergonomics and safety . 11
6.4.1 Installation height of the parcel box and lock . 11
6.4.2 Safety . 11
6.5 Corrosion and water penetration . 11
6.5.1 Corrosion . 11
6.5.2 Water penetration . 11
6.6 Security . 11
6.6.1 Security of door and locks . 11
6.6.2 Fixings . 13
6.6.3 Casing Strength . 13
6.6.4 Other door systems . 13
6.6.5 Marking, labelling and packaging . 13
Annex A (normative) Dimensions . 15
Annex B (informative) Installation height of access door . 16
Annex C (informative) Security . 17
Annex D (informative) Ventilation test . 19
Bibliography . 20
European foreword
This document (CEN/TS 16819:2015) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 331 “Postal
services”, the secretariat of which is held by NEN.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN [and/or CENELEC] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent
rights.
This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the
European Free Trade Association.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the
following countries are bound to announce this Technical Specification: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria,
Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia,
France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta,
Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Turkey and the United Kingdom.
1 Scope
This Technical Specification describes the technical features of parcel boxes for end use. This covers
technical features such as size of parcels, ergonomics and safety, corrosion and water penetration
resistance and security of delivery.
2 Normative references
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are
indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated
references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 1670, Building hardware - Corrosion resistance - Requirements and test methods
EN 13724:2013, Postal services - Apertures of private letter boxes and letter plates - Requirements and
test methods
EN 60529, Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code) (IEC 60529)
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in EN 13724:2013 and the following
apply.
3.1
parcel box
receptacle intended to receive parcel delivered by postal and/or parcel operators
3.2
parcel box components
all parts supplied by the manufacturer of the parcel boxes
3.3
access door
opening through which a parcel is delivered
3.4
casing
enclosure receiving the parcels delivered excluding the box door
3.5
door
generally flat, whose purpose is to cover and/or seal an opening
Note 1 to entry: Doors can open inwards or outwards.
3.6
parcel
packed item with name and address of the recipient to be delivered by a postal and/or parcel operator
3.7
parcel reception area
complete area inside a parcel box where a parcel of the size XS can be placed
3.8
gauge parcel
parcel used to test the clear delivery of parcels
3.9
lock mechanism
locking device which is operated mechanically, electronically or by other means
3.10
delivery floor level
floor level on the delivery side of the parcel box
3.11
receiving floor level
floor level on the receiving side of the parcel box
3.12
theft prevention
protection against the theft of parcels
4 Classification, designation and coding
4.1 Parcel box types
a) Parcel box, dedicated to one receiver – limited to one delivery at the same time.
b) Parcel box, dedicated to one receiver –not limited to one delivery at the same time.
c) Parcel box, shared by several receivers – limited to one delivery at the same time.
d) Parcel box, shared by several receivers – not limited to one delivery at the same time.
4.2 Parcel sizes
Eight parcel sizes are identified. The dimensions correspond to the maximum parcel sizes. Dimensions
are given in Annex A.
The manufacturer shall supply information with the box which parcel sizes fit inside the box.
4.3 Corrosion resistance
Three grades of corrosion are identified according to EN 1670:
a) Corrosion grade 0;
b) Corrosion grade 3;
c) Corrosion grade 4.
4.4 Security
Six grades of security are identified (see 5.6.2):
a) Security grade 1;
b) Security grade 2;
c) Security grade 3;
d) Security grade 4;
e) Security grade 5;
f) Security grade 6.
5 Requirements
5.1 General requirements
The test methods that shall be used to meet these requirements are described in Clause 6.
All items shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's fixing instructions as supplied with
the product.
5.2 Components
Fixing instructions shall be supplied with each individual product enabling the correct installation in
accordance with this Technical Specification.
5.3 Dimensions
5.3.1 Parcel box dimensions
The parcel box shall allow parcels of the maximum sizes described in Annex A to fit inside the box.
Eight parcel sizes are identified. Maximum dimensions of each parcel are given in Annex A.
5.3.2 Gauge parcel
It shall be possible to push gauge parcels through the opening door without damaging it. It shall be
possible to empty gauge parcels from a parcel box without damaging it.
The gauge parcels shall have the dimensions described in Annex A and shall be made of inflexible
material, with a tolerance of mm.
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5.4 Ergonomics and safety
5.4.1 Installation height of the box and lock
5.4.1.1 General
The installation height of the box and lock
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Frequently Asked Questions
CEN/TS 16819:2015 is a technical specification published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Postal services - Parcel boxes for end use - Technical features". This standard covers: This Technical Specification describes the technical features of parcel boxes for end use. This covers technical features such as size of parcels, ergonomics and safety, corrosion and water penetration resistance and security of delivery.
This Technical Specification describes the technical features of parcel boxes for end use. This covers technical features such as size of parcels, ergonomics and safety, corrosion and water penetration resistance and security of delivery.
CEN/TS 16819:2015 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 03.240 - Postal services. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
CEN/TS 16819:2015 is associated with the following European legislation: Standardization Mandates: M/428. 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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CEN/TS 16819:2015は、特にエンドユースのための小包ボックスに関する技術的特徴を詳細に説明する重要な技術仕様です。この標準の範囲は、荷物のサイズ、エルゴノミクスと安全性、腐食および水分侵入耐性、配達のセキュリティといったさまざまな側面にわたります。これにより、ユーザーや事業者は小包ボックスの設計・運用において必要な基準に従うことができます。 この標準の強みは、実用的かつ具体的な技術的特徴が盛り込まれている点です。特に、エルゴノミクスと安全性の要件は、利用者の操作性を高めると同時に、事故を防ぐために重要です。また、腐食や水分侵入に対する耐性についての規定は、屋外に設置されることが多い小包ボックスの耐久性を確保するために不可欠です。これらの要素は、消費者の信頼を得るためにも重要な役割を果たします。 さらに、配達のセキュリティに関する記述も、本標準の大きな魅力の一つです。小包ボックスの設計においては、盗難や損傷を防ぐための方法が求められ、その点でこの標準は非常に関連性があります。適切なセキュリティ機能を持つ小包ボックスを通じて、配送業界全体の品質向上にも寄与すると言えるでしょう。 CEN/TS 16819:2015は、エンドユースにおける小包ボックスの基準を明確にし、技術的特性の標準化に寄与しているため、この分野において非常に重要な文書です。ユーザーはこの標準を参照することで、より安全で快適な小包ボックスの選定が可能になります。
CEN/TS 16819:2015 표준은 최종 사용을 위한 소포 상자의 기술적 특징을 규명하는 데 중점을 둡니다. 이 표준의 범위는 소포의 크기, 인체공학 및 안전성, 부식 및 수분 침투 저항, 그리고 배달의 보안성을 포함하여 소포 상자의 다양한 기술적 요구 사항을 포괄합니다. 이 표준의 강점 중 하나는 다양한 크기의 소포를 수용할 수 있는 상자의 설계 기준을 명확히 제시한다는 점입니다. 이는 최종 사용자가 다양한 배송 요구를 충족할 수 있도록 하며, 각기 다른 상황에 맞게 상자를 활용할 수 있는 유연성을 제공합니다. 또한, 인체공학 및 안전성에 대한 명시적인 지침은 사용자 경험을 극대화하는 데 기여합니다. 따라서 CEN/TS 16819:2015는 소포 상자의 사용 편의성과 관련하여 중요한 기준을 설정하고 있습니다. 부식 및 물 침투 저항에 대한 기술적 요구 사항은 소포가 다양한 외부 환경에서도 안전하게 보관될 수 있도록 하여, 제품의 내구성을 높입니다. 마지막으로, 배달 보안에 대한 규정은 소포 상자의 신뢰성을 확보하는 데 중요한 역할을 합니다. 이 표준은 소포가 안전하게 배송될 수 있는 구조적 특징을 강조하여, 사용자들이 안심하고 배송을 받을 수 있도록 합니다. 결론적으로, CEN/TS 16819:2015 표준은 소포 상자의 각 기술적 측면을 체계적으로 규명하고 있어, 사용자와 제조업체 모두에게 필수적인 참고 자료가 됩니다. 이는 소포 서비스의 품질과 안전성을 높이는 데 기여하며, 오늘날의 배송 환경에서 그 중요성을 더욱 강조합니다.
The CEN/TS 16819:2015 standard outlines the technical features necessary for parcel boxes designed for end use, providing a comprehensive framework that is crucial for manufacturers and service providers in the postal service sector. Its scope covers several vital elements, including the size specifications of parcels that the boxes must accommodate, ensuring that they meet the evolving demands of parcel delivery. One of the central strengths of this standard is its emphasis on ergonomics and safety. By detailing guidelines that focus on user interaction with parcel boxes, the standard ensures that the end user has a positive experience while minimizing any potential hazards. This approach not only enhances usability but also aligns with the growing emphasis on customer satisfaction in postal services. Moreover, the standard rightly addresses issues of durability, specifically through its requirements for corrosion and water penetration resistance. In an era where outdoor parcel boxes face various environmental challenges, this aspect of the standard is particularly relevant. It guarantees that parcel boxes are built to last, offering reliable protection for parcels regardless of weather conditions. Security of delivery is another critical feature defined within the standard. With the rise in online shopping and delivery, ensuring the safety of parcels from theft or damage is paramount. CEN/TS 16819:2015 provides essential criteria that parcel boxes must meet to enhance security features, which is vital for consumer trust in postal services. In conclusion, the CEN/TS 16819:2015 standard serves as a pivotal document that influences the design and functionality of parcel boxes. Its relevance in the current landscape of postal services cannot be overstated, as it fosters a higher quality of service that meets both user needs and environmental challenges. The thorough examination of size, ergonomics, safety, resistance to environmental factors, and security outlined in this specification promises to improve the efficiency and reliability of parcel delivery systems in use today.
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