EN 12527:1998
(Main)Castors and wheels - Test methods and apparatus
Castors and wheels - Test methods and apparatus
This standard specifies the test methods and apparatus to be used to check the performance of the castors and wheels. The test to be used and the acceptance criteria, values and applicability relevant to each type of castor and wheel are covered by the specific standards.
Räder und Rollen - Prüfverfahren und -geräte
Diese Norm legt die zu benutzenden Prüfverfahren und -geräte fest, um die Funktionen von Rädern und Rollen zu prüfen. Die zu benutzenden Prüfverfahren, die Abnahmekriterien, die Werte und die entsprechenden Anwendungsbereiche für jeden Typ von Rollen und Rädern sind in den einzelnen Normen enthalten.
Roues et roulettes - Méthodes et appareillage d'essai
La présente norme européenne définit les méthodes et appareillage d'essai à utiliser pour contrôler les performances des roues et roulettes. L'essai à utiliser et les critères d'acceptation, les paramètres et l'applicabilité appropriés à chaque type de roues et roulettes sont couverts par les normes spécifiques.
Castors and wheels - Test methods and apparatus
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 22-Sep-1998
- Withdrawal Date
- 30-Mar-1999
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 324 - Castors and wheels
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 324 - Castors and wheels
- Current Stage
- 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 15-Jun-2022
- Completion Date
- 11-Feb-2026
Relations
- Effective Date
- 09-Feb-2026
- Refers
EN 12526:1998 - Castors and wheels - Vocabulary, recommended symbols and multilingual dictionary - Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Referred By
EN 12532:1998 - Castors and wheels - Castors and wheels for applications up to 1,1 m/s (4 km/h) - Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Referred By
EN ISO 3823-2:2003 - Dentistry - Rotary bur instruments - Part 2: Finishing burs (ISO 3823-2:2003) - Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Referred By
EN ISO 7786:2001 - Dental rotary instruments - Laboratory abrasive instruments (ISO 7786:2001) - Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
Overview
EN 12527:1998 - Castors and wheels - Test methods and apparatus is a European standard developed by CEN. This standard specifies the test methods and apparatus required to evaluate the performance of castors and wheels for various industrial and commercial applications. EN 12527:1998 provides a foundational framework for testing procedures but refers users to specific standards for detailed acceptance criteria and values based on the type of castor or wheel.
Key Topics
EN 12527:1998 focuses on several critical aspects of castor and wheel testing, ensuring product quality and safety:
- Standardized Test Methods: Outlines uniform procedures to assess mechanical strength, durability, and functionality of castors and wheels.
- Description of Testing Apparatus: Specifies the apparatus to be used, ensuring repeatability and consistent results across different testing facilities.
- Performance Assessment: Establishes the basis for evaluating load-bearing performance, wear resistance, and structural reliability, which are further detailed in associated product-specific standards.
- Type Applicability: The standard provides guidance on when and how to apply the testing methods depending on the design and intended use of the castor or wheel.
All acceptance criteria, values, and applicability are detailed in the specific standards for each type of castor or wheel, making EN 12527:1998 a reference point for comprehensive product assessment.
Applications
EN 12527:1998 is relevant across a range of sectors and use cases, supporting manufacturers, testers, and quality managers in ensuring compliance and operational reliability:
- Industrial Trucks and Material Handling: Crucial for testing wheels and castors used in trolleys, dollies, platform trucks, and other material handling equipment.
- Furniture and Equipment Manufacturing: Ensures the safety and longevity of office chairs, hospital beds, and movable shelving.
- Machinery and Equipment Enclosures: Supports the assessment of castors and wheels used on movable machine housings and equipment racks.
- Quality Assurance: Provides standardized methods for third-party testing laboratories and manufacturers during product development or supplier verification.
- Regulatory and Export Compliance: Helps organizations meet the requirements for placing castor and wheel-equipped products on the European market.
Related Standards
EN 12527:1998 is part of a broader framework for the testing and classification of wheels and castors. Important related standards and classifications include:
- Product-Specific Standards: Referenced within EN 12527:1998 to define test acceptance criteria, values, and applicability for different castor types.
- EN 12528: Castors and wheels - Requirements and test methods for furniture castors
- EN 12529: Castors and wheels - Requirements and test methods for castors for institutional applications
- ISO and CEN References: Ensures compatibility with international standards, facilitating global trade and interoperability.
- ICS Codes: Relevant for classification, including 53.060 (Industrial Trucks), 21.180 (Housings, enclosures, and machine parts), and 01.075 (Character symbols).
By following EN 12527:1998, organizations lay a robust foundation for safe, reliable, and compliant castor and wheel products, supporting continuous improvement in design, testing, and manufacturing processes.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 12527:1998 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Castors and wheels - Test methods and apparatus". This standard covers: This standard specifies the test methods and apparatus to be used to check the performance of the castors and wheels. The test to be used and the acceptance criteria, values and applicability relevant to each type of castor and wheel are covered by the specific standards.
This standard specifies the test methods and apparatus to be used to check the performance of the castors and wheels. The test to be used and the acceptance criteria, values and applicability relevant to each type of castor and wheel are covered by the specific standards.
EN 12527:1998 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 01.075 - Character symbols; 21.180 - Housings, enclosures, other machine parts; 53.060 - Industrial trucks. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 12527:1998 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ISO 2878:1987, EN 12526:1998, EN 12532:1998, EN ISO 3823-2:2003, EN 12533:1998, EN ISO 7787-2:2000, EN 12529:1998, EN 12528:1998, EN ISO 7786:2001, EN 12530:1998, EN 12531:1998, EN ISO 3823-1:1998, EN ISO 7711-1:1998. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 12527:1998 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.
Standards Content (Sample)
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Castors and wheels - Test methods and apparatusRäder und Rollen - Prüfverfahren und -geräteRoues et roulettes - Méthodes et appareillage d'essaiCastors and wheels - Test methods and apparatus53.060Industrijski tovornjakiIndustrial trucks21.180Ohišja, okrovi, drugi strojni deliHousings, enclosures, other machine parts01.075Simboli za znakeCharacter symbolsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 12527:1998SIST EN 12527:2000en01-december-2000SIST
...
Questions, Comments and Discussion
Ask us and Technical Secretary will try to provide an answer. You can facilitate discussion about the standard in here.
Loading comments...