EN 846-10:2000

Methods of test for ancillary components for masonry - Part 10: Determination of load capacity and load deflection characteristics of brackets

This European Standard specifies a method for determining the load capacity and load deflection characteristics of brackets, used for the support of masonry, fixed to a backing wall or frame structure.

Prüfverfahren für Ergänzungsbauteile für Mauerwerk - Teil 10: Bestimmung der Tragfähigkeit und der Last-Verformungseigenschaften von Konsolen

Diese Europäische Norm legt ein Verfahren zur Bestimmung der Tragfähigkeit und der Last-Verformungseigenschaften von für die Auflagerung von Mauerwerk vorgesehene Konsolen, die an einer Wand oder einem Rahmentragwerk befestigt wurden, fest.

Méthodes d'essai des composants accessoires de maçonnerie - Partie 10: Détermination de la résistance et de la rigidité des consoles

La présente norme européenne spécifie une méthode de détermination des caractéristiques de résistance à la flexion et de rigidité des consoles utilisées pour le support d'une maçonnerie et fixées à une mur d'adossement ou à une structure de bâti.

Metode preskušanja dodatnih komponent zidovine - 10. del: Ugotavljanje nosilnosti in lastnosti sila-pomik konzol

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 15-Feb-2000
• ICS: 91.060.10 - Walls. Partitions. Facades
• ICS: 91.080.30 - Masonry
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 125 - Masonry
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 125/WG 4 - Test methods
• Current Stage: 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
• Start Date: 23-Jan-2024
• Completion Date: 14-Apr-2025
• Directive: 305/2011 - Regulation (eu) No 305/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 march 2011 laying down harmonised conditions for the marketing of construction products and repealing council directive 89/106/eec
• Directive: 89/106/EEC - Construction products
• Mandate: M/116 - Mandate to CEN/CENELEC concerning the execution of standardization work for harmonized standards on masonry and related products
• Ref Project: SIST EN 846-10:2001 - Methods of test for ancillary components for masonry - Part 10: Determination of load capacity and load deflection characteristics of brackets

Overview

EN 846-10:2000 is a European Standard developed by CEN that defines a standardized method for testing ancillary components used in masonry construction, focusing specifically on brackets. This standard provides a clear procedure to determine the load capacity and load deflection characteristics of masonry support brackets fixed to backing walls or frame structures. By establishing consistent testing methods, EN 846-10:2000 helps ensure the structural integrity and safety of masonry assemblies that rely on bracket supports.

Key Topics

• Load Capacity Determination
  The standard details procedures for measuring the maximum load that masonry brackets can safely support before failure. This measurement is essential for understanding the mechanical limits of brackets under real-world conditions.

• Load Deflection Characteristics
  EN 846-10:2000 specifies how to quantify the deformation or deflection behavior of brackets when subjected to loads. These characteristics help in assessing the flexibility and durability of brackets, which is critical for long-term structural performance.

• Bracket Fixation Methods
  The standard applies to brackets fixed to backing walls or frame structures, ensuring test results reflect typical installation scenarios found in masonry construction.

• Ancillary Components Testing
  As part of the broader EN 846 series, this part (Part 10) focuses on ancillary components that enhance masonry structure performance, emphasizing reliability and safety standards for supporting elements.

Applications

• Construction Design and Engineering
  Engineers and architects use EN 846-10:2000 as a reference to select suitable brackets with proven load-bearing capabilities for masonry walls, improving design safety and compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Quality Assurance in Manufacturing
  Manufacturers of masonry brackets implement this standard’s test methods as part of product development and certification, ensuring that their brackets meet or exceed load capacity and deflection performance criteria.

• Structural Safety Assessments
  Contractors and building inspectors rely on test results derived from EN 846-10:2000 methods to verify the adequacy of installed brackets during construction or renovation, supporting safe building practices.

• Research and Development
  Academic and industrial researchers use this standard for comparative testing of new bracket materials or designs aimed at enhancing masonry support systems.

Related Standards

• EN 846 Series
  The standard is part of the EN 846 series, which covers various methods of testing ancillary masonry components, offering comprehensive guidance for ancillary part evaluations.

• EN 1996 (Eurocode 6)
  Structural design of masonry works, where bracket performance data may inform structural calculations and detailing.

• EN 1993 (Eurocode 3)
  Design of steel structures, relevant when brackets are fabricated from steel components and require integration with frame structures.

• ISO 6892
  Metal tensile testing, often referenced for material properties relevant to bracket design.

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Keywords: EN 846-10:2000, masonry brackets, load capacity, load deflection, masonry support, ancillary components, masonry testing standards, CEN, European Standard, masonry construction safety, bracket strength testing, structural load testing

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-februar-2001
Metode preskušanja dodatnih komponent zidovine - 10. del: Ugotavljanje
nosilnosti in lastnosti sila-pomik konzol
Methods of test for ancillary components for masonry - Part 10: Determination of load
capacity and load deflection characteristics of brackets
Prüfverfahren für Ergänzungsbauteile für Mauerwerk - Teil 10: Bestimmung der
Tragfähigkeit und der Last-Verformungseigenschaften von Konsolen
Méthodes d'essai des composants accessoires de maçonnerie - Partie 10:
Détermination de la résistance et de la rigidité des consoles
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 846-10:2000
ICS:
91.080.30 Zidane konstrukcije Masonry
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega stand
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