EN 13236:2010/FprA1
(Amendment)Safety requirements for superabrasive products
Safety requirements for superabrasive products
This European Standard is applicable to the following superabrasive products: precision superabrasive grinding and cutting-off wheels, non-precision cutting-off wheels, diamond wires, mounted points and other superabrasive products for non-precision grinding. It also applies to reconditioned superabrasive cutting-off wheels.
This European Standard specifies requirements and/or measures for the removal or reduction of hazards resulting from the design and application of the superabrasive products.
This European Standard contains also procedures and tests for verification of the compliance with the requirements as well as safety information for use which is to be made available to the user by the manufacturer.
The hazards taken into consideration are listed in Clause 4.
This European Standard does not apply to bonded abrasive products, coated abrasive products, rotating dressing tools, truers nor any non-rotating superabrasive products.
Sicherheitsanforderungen für Schleifwerkzeuge mit Diamant oder Bornitrid
Prescriptions de sécurité pour les produits superabrasifs
Varnostne zahteve za superabrazive - Dopolnilo A1
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Overview
The EN 13236:2010/FprA1 standard, issued by CEN, sets forth comprehensive safety requirements for superabrasive products. It applies specifically to superabrasive products containing natural or synthetic diamond or cubic boron nitride (cBN). This standard covers a range of products including precision and non-precision grinding and cutting-off wheels, diamond wires, mounted points, and other superabrasives used for non-precision grinding. Additionally, it extends to reconditioned superabrasive cutting-off wheels.
This European Standard is designed to minimize hazards related to the design and application of superabrasive tools, prescribing safety measures, testing procedures, and verification methods to ensure users’ safety. It excludes bonded abrasive products, coated abrasives, rotating dressing tools, truers, and non-rotating superabrasive products.
Key Topics
Scope and Application
- Applies to superabrasive products with diamond or cBN as abrasive materials
- Covers both precision and non-precision grinding and cutting wheels
- Includes diamond wires, mounted points, and other non-precision grinding superabrasives
- Addresses reconditioned superabrasive cutting-off wheels
Safety Measures
- Specifies requirements to reduce or eliminate risks related to superabrasive product use
- Focuses on hazard identification and mitigation through product design and operational controls
Tensioning of Non-Precision Cutting-Off Wheels
- Mandates that non-precision cutting-off wheels, especially those with steel center diameters from 300 mm to 400 mm and maximum operating speeds of 100 m/s, must be properly tensioned
- Tensioning controls vibrations and wobbling risks by maintaining the neutral point position between 90° to 160°
- Requires verification of tensioning by measuring the neutral point with precise instrumentation
Limitation on Abrasive Coating on Wheel Sides
- Restricts side abrasives or superabrasives coating to within 5% of the steel center diameter at the periphery
- Applies to non-precision cutting-off wheels intended for hand-held machines with the specified maximum speed and diameter
Verification and Testing
- Lays out procedures to verify tensioning of non-precision cutting-off wheels using dial gauge indicators and neutral point measurements
- Ensures consistency and safety in the production and maintenance of superabrasive wheels
Applications
EN 13236:2010/FprA1 is essential for manufacturers, safety engineers, and quality control personnel involved with superabrasive products in sectors such as:
- Metalworking and machining industries utilizing diamond or cBN grinding wheels
- Construction and demolition operations employing superabrasive cutting-off wheels and diamond wires
- Manufacturing of precision components requiring high-performance grinding and cutting tools
- Maintenance and reconditioning workshops handling superabrasive cutting-off wheels
This standard enhances workplace safety by addressing mechanical integrity, hazard mitigation, and user information. Proper adherence minimizes the risk of tool failure, operator injury, and equipment damage.
Related Standards
For holistic safety management and compliance, organizations should consider:
- EN 13743: Safety requirements for bonded abrasive products
- EN 12413: Safety requirements for bonded grinding wheels
- Other CEN standards covering rotating dressing tools and abrasive safety norms
- International standards on personal protective equipment (PPE) for handling abrasive tools
By integrating EN 13236:2010/FprA1 with complementary standards, manufacturers and users ensure a comprehensive approach to superabrasive product safety.
Keywords: EN 13236, superabrasive products, diamond grinding wheels, cubic boron nitride, cBN, cutting-off wheels, tensioning safety, abrasive coating limitation, safety verification, European Standard abrasion safety.
Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-november-2015
Varnostne zahteve za superabrazive
Safety requirements for superabrasive products
Sicherheitsanforderungen für Schleifwerkzeuge mit Diamant oder Bornitrid
Prescriptions de sécurité pour les produits superabrasifs
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 13236:2010/FprA1
ICS:
25.100.70 Brusiva Abrasives
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EUROPEAN STANDARD
FINAL DRAFT
EN 13236:2010
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
FprA1
July 2015
ICS 25.100.70
English Version
Safety requirements for superabrasive products
Prescriptions de sécurité pour les produits superabrasifs Sicherheitsanforderungen für Schleifwerkzeuge mit
Diamant oder Bornitrid
This draft amendment is submitted to CEN members for unique acceptance procedure. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee
CEN/TC 143.
This draft amendment A1, if approved, will modify the European Standard EN 13236:2010. If this draft becomes an amendment, CEN
members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for inclusion of this amendment
into the relevant national standard without any alteration.
This draft amendment was established by CEN in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made
by translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre has
the same status as the official versions.
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.
Recipients of this draft are invited to submit, with their comments, notification of any relevant patent rights of which they are aware and to
provide supporting documentation.
Warning : This document is not a European Standard. It is distributed for review and comments. It is subject to change without notice and
shall not be referred to as a European Standard.
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Contents Page
Foreword .3
1 Modification to Clause 1, Scope .4
2 Addition of Subclause 5.3.7, Tensioning of non-precision cutting-off wheels .4
3 Addition of Subclause 5.3.8, Limitation of sides abrasives and/or superabrasives coating .4
4 Addition of Subclause 6.5, Verification of tensioning of non-precision cutting-off wheels .4
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 13236:2010/FprA1 is a draft published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Safety requirements for superabrasive products". This standard covers: This European Standard is applicable to the following superabrasive products: precision superabrasive grinding and cutting-off wheels, non-precision cutting-off wheels, diamond wires, mounted points and other superabrasive products for non-precision grinding. It also applies to reconditioned superabrasive cutting-off wheels. This European Standard specifies requirements and/or measures for the removal or reduction of hazards resulting from the design and application of the superabrasive products. This European Standard contains also procedures and tests for verification of the compliance with the requirements as well as safety information for use which is to be made available to the user by the manufacturer. The hazards taken into consideration are listed in Clause 4. This European Standard does not apply to bonded abrasive products, coated abrasive products, rotating dressing tools, truers nor any non-rotating superabrasive products.
This European Standard is applicable to the following superabrasive products: precision superabrasive grinding and cutting-off wheels, non-precision cutting-off wheels, diamond wires, mounted points and other superabrasive products for non-precision grinding. It also applies to reconditioned superabrasive cutting-off wheels. This European Standard specifies requirements and/or measures for the removal or reduction of hazards resulting from the design and application of the superabrasive products. This European Standard contains also procedures and tests for verification of the compliance with the requirements as well as safety information for use which is to be made available to the user by the manufacturer. The hazards taken into consideration are listed in Clause 4. This European Standard does not apply to bonded abrasive products, coated abrasive products, rotating dressing tools, truers nor any non-rotating superabrasive products.
EN 13236:2010/FprA1 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 25.100.70 - Abrasives. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 13236:2010/FprA1 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 13236:2010+A1:2015, EN 13236:2010. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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