EN ISO 12777-1:1996/A1:2008

Methods of test for pallet joints - Part 1: Determination of bending resistance of pallet nails, other dowel-type fasteners and staples - Amendment 1 (ISO 12777-1:1994/Amd 1:2008)

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Prüfungen von Verbindungen an Paletten - Teil 1: Bestimmung der Biegefestigkeit von Palettennägeln, Klammern und anderen dübelartigen Verbindungselementen (ISO 12777-1:1994/Amd 1:2008)

Méthodes d'essai des assemblages de palettes - Partie 1: Détermination de la résistance à la flexion des clous et autres éléments de fixation de type cheville, et des clous cavaliers - Amendement 1 (ISO 12777-1:1994/Amd 1:2008)

Preskusne metode tovora na paleti - 1. del: Ugotavljanje trdnosti povezovanja paletnih žebljev in drugih povezovalcev ter trakov - Dopolnilo A1 (ISO 12777-1:1994/Amd 1:2008)

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 31-Oct-2008
• Withdrawal Date: 30-May-2009
• ICS: 21.060.50 - Pins, nails
• ICS: 55.180.20 - General purpose pallets
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 261 - Packaging
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 261 - Packaging
• Current Stage: 6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
• Start Date: 01-Nov-2008
• Completion Date: 01-Nov-2008
• Directive: 80/232/EEC - Ranges of nominal quantities and nominal capacities permitted for certain pre-packaged products
• Directive: 87/356/EEC - Ranges of nominal quantities and nominal capacities permitted for certain pre-packged products (Dir. 80/232/EEC amendment)
• Ref Project: SIST EN ISO 12777-1:1998/A1:2009 - Methods of test for pallet joints - Part 1: Determination of bending resistance of pallet nails, other dowel-type fasteners and staples - Amendment 1 (ISO 12777-1:1994/Amd 1:2008)

Relations

• Amends: EN ISO 12777-1:1996 - Methods of test for pallet joints - Part 1: Determination of bending resistance of pallet nails, other dowel-type fasteners and staples (ISO 12777-1:1994)
• Effective Date: 22-Dec-2008

Overview

EN ISO 12777-1:1996/A1:2008 is a key European standard specifying test methods for evaluating the bending resistance of pallet nails, dowel-type fasteners, and staples used in pallet joints. This standard is an amendment to the original ISO 12777-1:1994, reflecting updates approved by CEN in 2008 to ensure consistent quality assessment of pallet fastening components. It is widely adopted by national standards bodies across Europe, and harmonizes testing protocols to optimize pallet joint integrity in unit load material handling.

Key Topics

• Bending Resistance Testing
  This standard details precise procedures to measure the bending resistance of nails, dowel fasteners, and staples integral to building pallet joints. It provides a consistent basis for assessing the mechanical performance and durability under load stresses.

• Test Equipment & Adjustments
  The amendment updates the reference test equipment from "Robiment Mk II" to "Model Versus 127" by Verus Instruments LTD, UK. It also clarifies mass standardization for test arms, ensuring the bending angle measurement is adjusted proportionally when test masses differ from the 1.58 kg standard.

• Scope of Application
  Applicable to general purpose pallets and typical fastening materials, this method defines standard conditions for testing joint components to guarantee safety and reliability in pallet construction.

• International and Multilingual Use
  The standard is published in English, French, and German, and endorsed for use by CEN member countries, supporting wide accessibility and harmonized industrial practices.

Applications

• Pallet Manufacturing Quality Control
  Manufacturers utilize this standard to verify that nails and fasteners meet minimum bending resistance requirements, preventing joint failure during use.

• Supplier Evaluation and Certification
  Fastener suppliers can test and certify their products according to EN ISO 12777-1, ensuring clients receive components that comply with industry standards.

• Logistics and Supply Chain Reliability
  Ensuring robust pallet joints enhances load stability and reduces damage risks in storage and transport, directly benefiting warehousing, shipping, and distribution operations.

• Research and Development
  Engineers and product developers use this standard to design improved fasteners and innovate pallet assembly techniques based on reliable mechanical performance data.

Related Standards

• ISO 12777 Series
  EN ISO 12777-1 is part one in a series of standards addressing pallet joint testing. Subsequent parts cover other mechanical properties and joint types, providing comprehensive evaluation tools.

• CEN/TC 261 Packaging Standards
  This standard aligns with CEN Technical Committee 261’s work on packaging and unit load methods, integrating pallet joint testing within broader packaging quality frameworks.

• Material Handling Equipment Standards
  EN ISO 12777-1 complements related standards on pallet design, timber quality, and fastening systems used in logistics equipment, promoting end-to-end quality assurance.

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Keywords: EN ISO 12777-1, pallet nails testing, bending resistance test, pallet joint standards, dowel-type fasteners, pallet staples, pallet load testing, pallet manufacturing quality, CEN pallet standards, material handling safety, packaging fastener evaluation.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-marec-2009
Preskusne metode tovora na paleti - 1. del: Ugotavljanje trdnosti povezovanja
paletnih žebljev in drugih povezovalcev ter trakov - Dopolnilo A1 (ISO 12777-
1:1994/Amd 1:2008)
Methods of test for pallet joints - Part 1: Determination of bending resistance of pallet
nails, other dowel-type fasteners and staples - Amendment 1 (ISO 12777-1:1994/Amd
1:2008)
Prüfungen von Verbindungen an Paletten - Teil 1: Bestimmung der Biegefestigkeit von
Palettennägeln, Klammern und anderen dübelartigen Verbindungselementen (ISO 12777
-1:1994/Amd 1:2008)
Méthodes d'essai des assemblages de palettes - Partie 1: Détermination de la résistance
à la flexion des clous et autres éléments de fixation de type cheville, et des clous
cavaliers - Amendement 1 (ISO 12777-1:1994/Amd 1:2008)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 12777-1:1996/A1:2008
ICS:
21.060.50 =DWLþLåHEOML Pins, nails
55.180.20 9HþQDPHQVNHSDOHWH General purpose pallets
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN ISO 12777-1:1996/A1
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
November 2008
ICS 55.180.20
English Version
Methods of test for pallet joints - Part 1: Determination of
bending resistance of pallet nails, other dowel-type fasteners
and staples - Amendment 1 (ISO 12777-1:1994/Amd 1:2008)
Méthodes d'essai des assemblages de palettes - Partie 1: Prüfungen von Verbindungen an Paletten - Teil 1:
Détermination de la résistance à la flexion des clous et Bestimmung der Biegefestigkeit von Palettennägeln,
autres éléments de fixation de type cheville, et des clous Klammern und anderen dübelartigen
cavaliers - Amendement 1 (ISO 12777-1:1994/Amd 1:2008) Verbindungselementen - Änderung 1 (ISO 12777-
1:1994/Amd 1:2008)
This amendment A1 modifies the European Standard EN ISO 12777-1:1996; it was approved by CEN on 15 October 2008.
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. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such
national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN Management Centre or to any CEN member.
This amendment exists 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 Management Centre has the same status as the official
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Contents Page
Foreword.3

Foreword
This document (EN ISO 12777-1:1996/A1:2008) has been prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 51
“Pallets for unit load method of materials handling" in collaboration with Technical Committee CEN/TC 261
“Packaging", the secretariat of which is held by AFNOR.
This Amendment to the European Standard EN ISO 12777:1996 shall be given the status of a national
standard, either by publication of an identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by May 2009, and
conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latest by May 2009.
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.
According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following
countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech
Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,
Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portu
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