SIST EN 634-1:1998

Cement-bonded particleboards - Specification - Part 1: General requirements

This European Standard specifies general requirements for cement-bonded particleboards. The boards are defined in EN 633.

Zementgebundene Spanplatten - Anforderungen - Teil 1: Allgemeine Anforderungen

Diese Europäische Norm legt allgemeine Anforderungen an zementgebundene Spanplatten fest. Die Platten werden in EN 633 definiert.

Panneaux de particules liées au ciment - Exigences - Partie 1: Exigences générales

La présente norme européenne prescrit les exigences générales pour les panneaux de particules liées au ciment. Les panneaux sont définis en EN 633.

S cementom vezane iverne plošče - Specifikacije - 1. del: Splošne zahteve

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 28-Feb-1998
• ICS: 79.060.20 - Fibre and particle boards
• Technical Committee: LLZ - Les, lesni izdelki in zaščita lesa
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 01-Mar-1998
• Due Date: 01-Mar-1998
• Completion Date: 01-Mar-1998
• 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/BC/CEN/87/10 - Standardization request in the field of Construction products - timber
• Ref Project: EN 634-1:1995 - Cement-bonded particleboards - Specification - Part 1: General requirements

Overview

SIST EN 634-1:1998 is a European Standard developed by CEN that defines the general requirements for cement-bonded particleboards. These boards are a category of fibre and particle boards with cement used as a bonding agent, as specified in the related EN 633 standard. Cement-bonded particleboards are valued for their durability, fire resistance, and environmental sustainability, making them suitable for construction and industrial applications.

This standard lays the foundation for quality, safety, and performance criteria, ensuring consistency across manufacturers and products within the European market. The document is essential for producers, architects, engineers, and quality control professionals who work with cement-bonded boards in various structural and insulation contexts.

Key Topics

• Definitions and Scope
  Establishes precise definitions for cement-bonded particleboards and outlines the scope of the standard, referencing EN 633 for detailed product classification.

• Material Properties
  Specifies general physical and mechanical properties that these boards must meet, such as density, moisture content, and durability, to ensure reliable performance in use.

• Manufacturing Requirements
  Details expected production quality measures to guarantee a uniform product that aligns with environmental and safety regulations.

• Testing and Evaluation
  Sets protocols for laboratory and field testing to verify compliance, including methods to determine board strength, fire resistance, and other essential characteristics.

• Marking and Documentation
  Defines how products should be labeled for traceability and information, supporting transparency and consumer confidence.

Applications

Cement-bonded particleboards standardized by EN 634-1 serve a wide variety of functions across sectors:

• Building and Construction
  Used extensively for cladding, partition walls, roofing underlays, and insulation panels due to their robustness and resistance to fire and moisture.

• Industrial Use
  Suitable for factory walls, acoustic barriers, and other structural components needing durable, stable material substrates.

• Renovation and Retrofitting
  Ideal material for upgrading existing structures to meet modern fire safety and insulation standards without significant reconstruction.

• Environmentally Sustainable Projects
  As cement-bonded particleboards employ natural fibers bonded with cement, they offer eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic boards, aligning well with green building practices.

Related Standards

To ensure comprehensive understanding and compliance, EN 634-1 is part of a broader framework of standards related to fibre and particle boards:

• EN 633 - Definitions and classification of cement-bonded particleboards, providing detailed categorization essential for product identification.

• EN 634-2 - Specifications covering specific performance requirements for certain applications, complementing the general requirements of part 1.

• EN 312 - Particleboards specifications for wood-based boards, often considered in parallel for comparative material performance.

• EN 13986 - Standards on wood-based panels for use in construction, integrating requirements for mechanical properties and environmental performance.

• ISO 16895 - International guideline on cement-bonded oriented strand boards, relevant for global application contexts.

By adhering to SIST EN 634-1:1998, stakeholders can assure compliance with European benchmarks, facilitating cross-border trade, enhancing product reliability, and supporting sustainable building practices. This standard is crucial for maintaining quality control and ensuring that cement-bonded particleboards perform effectively in their intended roles.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-marec-1998
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Cement-bonded particleboards - Specification - Part 1: General requirements
Zementgebundene Spanplatten - Anforderungen - Teil 1: Allgemeine Anforderungen
Panneaux de particules liées au ciment - Exigences - Partie 1: Exigences générales
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 634-1:1995
ICS:
79.060.20 9ODNQHQHLQLYHUQHSORãþH Fibre and particle boards
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celot
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