EN 15272-4:2007

Inland navigation vessels - Equipment for rope leading - Part 4: Rope lead

This European Standard specifies requirements for rope leads on inland navigation vessels, e.g. from the deck to the quay.

Fahrzeuge der Binnenschifffahrt - Ausrüstung zur Seilführung - Teil 4: Klüse

Diese Europäische Norm legt Anforderungen an Klüsen zur Seilführung auf Fahrzeugen der Binnenschifffahrt fest, z. B. vom Deck zum Kai.

Bateaux de navigation intérieure - Equipement de guidage de câble - Partie 4: Ecubier

La présente Norme européenne spécifie les exigences relatives aux écubiers destinés au guidage des câbles/cordages sur les bateaux de navigation intérieure, du pont au quai, par exemple.

Plovila za celinske vode - Oprema vodila za vrv - 4. del: Vodilo za vrv

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 25-Sep-2007
• Withdrawal Date: 30-Mar-2008
• ICS: 47.020.50 - Deck equipment and installations
• ICS: 47.060 - Inland navigation vessels
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 15 - Inland navigation vessels
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 15 - Inland navigation vessels
• Current Stage: 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
• Start Date: 20-Dec-2023
• Completion Date: 11-Feb-2026
• Ref Project: SIST EN 15272-4:2007 - Inland navigation vessels - Equipment for rope leading - Part 4: Rope lead

Relations

• Refers: EN 1563:2018 - Founding - Spheroidal graphite cast irons
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Refers: EN 10293:2015 - Steel castings - Steel castings for general engineering uses
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Refers: EN 13573:2009 - Inland navigation vessels - Anchoring, coupling, towing, hauling and mooring systems
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Refers: EN ISO 8062-3:2023 - Geometrical product specifications (GPS) - Dimensional and geometrical tolerances for moulded parts - Part 3: General dimensional and geometrical tolerances and machining allowances for castings using ± tolerances for indicated dimensions (ISO 8062-3:2023)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Refers: EN 15272-1:2007 - Inland navigation vessels - Equipment for rope leading - Part 1: General requirements
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Refers: EN 1248:2001 - Foundry Machinery - Safety requirements for abrasive blasting equipment
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026

Overview

EN 15272-4:2007 - Inland navigation vessels - Equipment for rope leading - Part 4: Rope lead is a European Standard developed by CEN. It establishes the requirements for rope leads on inland navigation vessels, ensuring safe and effective guidance of ropes between the vessel and quay or other mooring points. Proper rope leading equipment is essential for the safety, durability, and operational efficiency of inland navigation vessels, especially during mooring, towing, and other anchoring procedures.

Key Topics

• Scope: This standard specifies the requirements for rope leads mounted in the bulwark or freestanding on the deck of inland navigation vessels. Rope leads ensure ropes are guided in a way that minimizes wear and reduces potential hazards.
• Types and Dimensions:
  • Type A: Rope lead in the bulwark
  • Type B: Freestanding rope lead on the deck
  • Variants with horns are also specified, allowing storage of ropes without interfering with safe rope leading.
• Materials: Rope leads must be made of suitable materials such as spheroidal graphite cast iron or cast steel, following the relevant EN and ISO materials standards.
• Design Considerations: All rope leads must have smooth, broken edges with surfaces in contact with ropes free from grooves or blisters to prevent rope damage.
• Marking and Certification:
  • Rope leads must be permanently marked with standard reference, type, nominal size, maximum rope tensile load, and manufacturer’s information.
  • The manufacturer issues a conformity certificate stating compliance with the standard.

Applications

• Safe Mooring Operations: Rope leads guide ropes from the deck to the quay, optimizing rope angles and minimizing chafing or abrasion, which extends rope service life.
• Flexible Installation: The standard allows for both bulwark-mounted and freestanding configurations, catering to various vessel designs and operational requirements.
• Crew Safety: By defining proper dimensions and surfaces, EN 15272-4 helps prevent rope-related accidents and ensures smooth handling during critical operations.
• Quality Assurance: Clear marking and certification requirements ensure traceability and quality across the European inland waterway sector.

This standard is widely applicable to shipbuilders, equipment manufacturers, and operators of inland navigation vessels, aiming to harmonize safety and performance requirements across European waterways.

Related Standards

• EN 15272 Series:
  • Part 1: General Requirements
  • Part 2: Fairlead
  • Part 3: Roller Fairlead
  • Part 4: Rope Lead (this document)
• EN 13573: Inland navigation vessels - Anchoring, coupling, towing, hauling, and mooring systems
• EN 1563: Founding - Spheroidal graphite cast irons
• EN 10293: Steel castings for structural and general engineering uses
• EN ISO 8062-3: Geometrical Product Specifications (GPS) - Tolerances for moulded parts
• ISO 3755: Cast carbon steels for general engineering purposes

Compliance with EN 15272-4:2007 is essential for achieving operational safety, equipment reliability, and harmonized standards within the inland navigation sector. Operators, builders, and regulatory authorities are encouraged to reference this and related standards when specifying, manufacturing, or selecting rope leading equipment for inland vessels.

Standards Content (Sample)

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Inland navigation vessels - Equipment for rope leading - Part 4: Rope leadPlovila za celinske vode - Oprema vodila za vrv - 4. del: Vodilo za vrvBateaux de navigation intérieure - Equipement de guidage du câble - Partie 4: ÉcubierFahrzeuge der Binnenschifffahrt - Ausrüstung zur Seilführung - Teil 4: KlüseTa slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 15272-4:2007SIST EN 15272-4:2007en,de47.060Inland navigation vessels47.020.50Palubna oprema ter napraveDeck equipment and installationsICS:SLOVENSKI
STANDARDSIST EN 15272-4:200701-december-2007

EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 15272-4September 2007ICS 47.020.50; 47.060 English VersionInland navigation vessels - Equipment for rope leading - Part 4:Rope leadBateaux de navigation intérieure - Equipement de guidagedu câble - Partie 4: ÉcubierFahrzeuge der Binnenschifffahrt - Ausrüstung zurSeilführung - Teil 4: KlüseThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 23 August 2007.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the CEN Management Centre or to any CEN member.This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN Management Centre has the same status as theofficial versions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland,France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal,Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
B-1050 Brussels© 2007 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 15272-4:2007: E

Figures Figure 1 — Rope lead in bulwark, type A.5 Figure 2 — Freestanding rope lead, type B.6 Figure 3 — Rope lead with horns in bulwark, type AH.6 Figure 4 — Freestanding rope lead with horns, type BH.7
Tables Table 1 — Dimensions.7
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