SIST EN 15818:2011

Polymer modified bituminous thick coatings - Determination of dimensional stability at high temperature

This European Standard specifies a procedure for determining the dimensional stability at a high temperature of polymer modified bituminous thick coatings for waterproofing.

Kunststoffmodifizierte Bitumendickbeschichtungen - Bestimmung der Maßbeständigkeit bei hohen Temperaturen

Diese Europäische Norm legt ein Verfahren zur Bestimmung der Maßbeständigkeit von kunststoff-modifizierten Bitumendickbeschichtungen zur Bauwerksabdichtung bei hohen Temperaturen fest.

Revêtements bitumineux épais modifiés aux polymères pour imperméabilisation - Détermination de la stabilité dimensionnelle à haute température

La présente Norme européenne spécifie une méthode permettant de déterminer la stabilité dimensionnelle à haute température des revêtements bitumineux épais modifiés aux polymères pour imperméabilisation.

Bitumenske debeloslojne prevleke za tesnjenje, modificirane s polimeri - Določanje dimenzijske stabilnosti pri visoki temperaturi

Ta evropski standard opredeljuje postopek za določanje dimenzijske stabilnosti bitumenskih debeloslojnih prevlek za tesnjenje, modificiranih s polimeri, pri visoki temperaturi, da se zagotovi hidroizolacija.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 10-May-2011
• ICS: 91.100.50 - Binders. Sealing materials
• Technical Committee: VLA - Water proofing
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 13-Apr-2011
• Due Date: 18-Jun-2011
• Completion Date: 11-May-2011
• Directive: Harmonized Standard305/2011 - 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:

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  Not Harmonized89/106/EEC - Construction products
• Mandate: M/102 - Mandate to CEN/CENELEC concerning the execution of standardization work for harmonized standards on membranes
• Ref Project: EN 15818:2011 - Polymer modified bituminous thick coatings for waterproofing - Determination of dimensional stability at high temperature

Relations

• Refers: SIST EN 915:1996 - Gymnastic equipment - Asymmetric bars - Functional and safety requirements, test methods
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Refers: SIST EN 15814:2011 - Polymer modified bituminous thick coatings for waterproofing - Definitions and requirements
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 15814:2011+A2:2015 - Polymer modified bituminous thick coatings for waterproofing - Definitions and requirements
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 15814:2011+A1:2012 - Polymer modified bituminous thick coatings for waterproofing - Definitions and requirements
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026

Overview

SIST EN 15818:2011 is a European Standard developed by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) that specifies a procedure for evaluating the dimensional stability at high temperatures of polymer modified bituminous thick coatings used for waterproofing. This test method is essential for ensuring that coatings applied in waterproofing applications maintain their integrity and performance when exposed to elevated temperatures, which is crucial for the long-term durability of structures in various climates.

Key Topics

• Dimensional Stability at High Temperature: The core focus is the assessment of how polymer modified bituminous coatings behave when subjected to elevated temperatures, specifically examining any drain down or movement (slide down) of the coating.
• Test Methodology:
  • Preparation of test specimens using metal plates coated with the bituminous material.
  • Conditioning of specimens in a standard climate environment (as per ISO 554).
  • Exposure of vertically positioned specimens in a drying oven at (70 ± 2) °C for at least 2 hours.
  • Visual inspection for any physical changes such as flow or movement of the coating.
• Reporting Requirements: A detailed test report must include reference to EN 15818, product identification, test conditions, and results, ensuring repeatability and transparency.
• Quality Assurance: This standard contributes to consistent product quality and aids manufacturers, specifiers, and contractors in demonstrating compliance with European requirements for waterproofing materials.

Applications

SIST EN 15818:2011 is relevant to manufacturers, testing laboratories, and construction professionals involved with:

• Waterproofing of Buildings and Infrastructure: Especially where bituminous thick coatings are used for foundation walls, tunnels, basements, roofs, and other below- or above-grade waterproofing applications.
• Product Development and Certification: Ensuring that polymer modified bituminous thick coatings meet high-performance criteria for resistance to high temperatures.
• Quality Control: Enabling manufacturers and quality managers to validate the performance characteristics of waterproofing coatings before market release or application on-site.
• Specification and Compliance: Supporting architects, engineers, and specifiers in selecting and documenting compliant waterproofing systems for construction projects.

Related Standards

For comprehensive evaluation and correct application, SIST EN 15818:2011 is used in conjunction with the following standards:

• EN 15814 - Polymer modified bituminous thick coatings for waterproofing - Definitions and requirements
• ISO 554 - Standard atmospheres for conditioning and/or testing - Specifications

Further reference may be made to CEN standards concerning binders, sealing materials, and general requirements for waterproofing products in the construction industry.

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By standardizing the procedure for testing dimensional stability at high temperatures, SIST EN 15818:2011 plays a critical role in the quality assurance of polymer modified bituminous waterproofing systems. Compliance with this standard not only ensures product reliability under challenging environmental conditions but also helps construction stakeholders fulfill regulatory and performance requirements across European markets.

Standards Content (Sample)

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Kunststoffmodifizierte Bitumendickbeschichtungen - Bestimmung der Maßbeständigkeit bei hohen TemperaturenPolymer modified bituminous thick coatings - Determination of dimensional stability at high temperature91.100.50Veziva. Tesnilni materialiBinders. Sealing materialsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 15818:2011SIST EN 15818:2011en,fr,de01-junij-2011SIST EN 15818:2011SLOVENSKI
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EN 15818
March 2011 ICS 91.100.50 English Version
Polymer modified bituminous thick coatings for waterproofing - Determination of dimensional stability at high temperature
Revêtements bitumineux épais modifiés aux polymères pour imperméabilisation - Détermination de la stabilité dimensionnelle à haute température
Kunststoffmodifizierte Bitumendickbeschichtungen zur Bauwerksabdichtung - Bestimmung der Maßbeständigkeit bei hohen Temperaturen This European Standard was approved by CEN on 13 February 2011.
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN member.
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