Agglomerated stone - Slabs and cut-to-size products for flooring and stairs (internal and external)

This draft European Standard specifies requirements and appropriate test methods for slabs and cut to size products (cut to size slabs, special pieces, treads and risers) of agglomerated stones, which are made for use as flooring and stairs in pedestrian areas for internal and external uses including those in enclosed public transport premises. It also provides for the evaluation of conformity and marking of the products to the requirements of this draft European Standard.
This draft European Standard covers tactility but only for products the intended use of which requires this performance.
This draft European Standard does not cover visibility requirements. Rough slabs are excluded from the scope of this draft European Standard.
Products covered by the standards EN 15285, EN 13198, EN 13748 1 and EN 13748 2 are also excluded of the scope of the present draft European Standard.

Künstlich hergestellter Stein - Platten und zugeschnittene Produkte für Boden- und Stufenbeläge (innen und außen)

Dieser Europäische Norm-Entwurf legt Anforderungen an und geeignete Prüfverfahren für Platten und zugeschnittene Produkte (zugeschnittene Platten, Einzelstücke sowie Tritt- und Setzstufen) aus künstlich hergestellten Steinen zur Verwendung als Boden- und Stufenbeläge in Fußgängerbereichen für Innen- und Außenanwendungen einschließlich innenliegende Einrichtungen des öffentlichen Verkehrs fest. Sie dient ebenfalls der Konformitätsbewertung und der Kennzeichnung der Produkte entsprechend den Anforderun¬gen dieses Europäischen Norm-Entwurfes.
Dieser Europäische Norm-Entwurf deckt taktile Eigenschaften ab, jedoch nur für Produkte, deren beabsichtigte Anwendung dieses Merkmal erfordert.
Dieser Europäische Norm-Entwurf deckt nicht Anforderungen an visuell erfassbare Eigenschaften ab. Rohplatten sind vom Anwendungsbereich dieses Europäischen Norm-Entwurfes ausgeschlossen.
Produkte, die von den Normen EN 15285, EN 13198, EN 13748-1 und EN 13748-2 abgedeckt sind, sind ebenfalls vom Anwendungsbereich des vorliegenden Europäischen Norm-Entwurfes ausgeschlossen.

Pierre agglomérée - Plaques et produits coupés sur mesure pour revêtements de sols et escaliers (intérieurs et extérieurs)

La présente Norme européenne spécifie les exigences et les méthodes d’essai appropriées pour les plaques et produits coupés sur mesure (plaques coupées sur mesure, pièces spéciales, marches et contremarches) en pierre agglomérée fabriqués pour être utilisés comme revêtements de sols et escaliers dans les zones piétonnières en usage interne et externe, y compris dans des locaux de transport public. Elle prévoit également l’évaluation de la conformité et le marquage des produits conformément aux exigences de la présente Norme européenne.
La présente norme couvre la tactilité, mais uniquement pour les produits dont l’utilisation prévue l’exige.
La présente norme ne couvre pas les exigences de visibilité. Les dalles brutes sont exclues du domaine d’application de la présente norme.
Les produits couverts par les normes EN 15285, EN 13198, EN 13748-1 et EN 13748-2 sont également exclus du domaine d’application de la présente norme.

Aglomeriran kamen - Plošče in po meri izdelani proizvodi za tla in stopnice (notranje in zunanje)

Ta osnutek evropskega standarda določa zahteve in primerne preskusne metode za plošče in po meri izdelane proizvode (po meri izdelane plošče, posebni deli, pohodne ploskve in navpični deli) iz aglomeriranega kamna, ki so izdelani za tla in stopnice na območjih za pešce, za notranjo in zunanjo uporabo, vključno s pokritimi prostori za javni prevoz. Prav tako podaja pravila za vrednotenje skladnosti in označevanje izdelkov v skladu z zahtevami tega osnutka evropskega standarda.
Ta osnutek evropskega standarda zajema otipljivost, vendar samo za izdelke, namenjene za takšno uporabo, ki zahteva to lastnost.
Ta osnutek evropskega standarda ne zajema zahtev glede vidljivosti. Področje uporabe tega evropskega standarda ne zajema surovih plošč.
Izdelki, ki jih zajemajo standardi EN 15285, EN 13198, EN 13748 1 in EN 13748 2, so izključeni iz obsega tega osnutka evropskega standarda.

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28-Feb-2016
Publication Date
06-Jun-2018
Technical Committee
Current Stage
6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
Start Date
30-May-2018
Due Date
04-Aug-2018
Completion Date
07-Jun-2018

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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Künstlich hergestellter Stein - Platten und zugeschnittene Produkte für Boden- und Stufenbeläge (innen und außen)Pierre agglomérée - Plaques et produits coupés sur mesure pour revêtements de sols et escaliers (intérieurs et extérieurs)Agglomerated stone - Slabs and cut-to-size products for flooring and stairs (internal and external)91.100.15Mineralni materiali in izdelkiMineral materials and productsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 16954:2018SIST EN 16954:2018en,fr,de01-julij-2018SIST EN 16954:2018SLOVENSKI
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EN 16954:2018 (E) 2 Contents Page
European foreword . 4 1 Scope . 6 2 Normative references . 6 3 Terms and definitions . 6 4 Characteristics . 8 4.1 Geometric characteristics . 8 4.1.1 Dimensions . 8 4.1.2 Tolerances for dimensions for slabs and cut-to-size products . 8 4.1.3 Surface finish . 9 4.2 Physical and mechanical characteristics . 10 4.2.1 General . 10 4.2.2 Visual appearance . 10 4.2.3 Reaction to fire . 10 4.2.4 Apparent density and water absorption. 11 4.2.5 Flexural tensile strength . 11 4.2.6 Thermal conductivity . 11 4.2.7 Thermal shock resistance . 11 4.2.8 Linear thermal expansion coefficient . 11 4.2.9 Abrasion resistance . 11 4.2.10 Chemical resistance . 11 4.2.11 Slip resistance . 11 4.2.12 Electrical resistivity . 12 4.2.13 Tactility . 12 4.2.14 Durability . 12 4.2.15 Release of dangerous substances . 12 5 Test methods . 12 6 Assessment and verification of constancy of performance – AVCP. 12 6.1 General . 12 6.2 Type testing . 13 6.2.1 General . 13 6.2.2 Test samples, testing and compliance criteria . 14 6.2.3 Test reports . 14 6.2.4 Shared other party results . 15 6.3 Factory production control (FPC) . 15 6.3.1 General . 15 6.3.2 Requirements . 16 6.3.3 Product specific requirements . 18 6.3.4 Initial inspection of factory and of FPC . 19 6.3.5 Continuous surveillance of FPC . 19 6.3.6 Procedure for modifications . 19 7 Marking, labelling and packaging . 20 SIST EN 16954:2018



EN 16954:2018 (E) 3 Annex A (normative)
Reference sample, visual inspection and acceptance criteria . 21 Annex ZA (informative)
Relationship of this European Standard with Regulation (EU) No.305/2011 . 23 Bibliography . 28
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EN 16954:2018 (E) 4 European foreword This document (EN 16954:2018) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 246 “Natural stones”, the secretariat of which is held by UNI. This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by November 2018 and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latest by February 2020. Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the European Free Trade Association. For relationship with EU Regulation(s), see informative Annex ZA, which is an integral part of this document. This European Standard is one of a series of standards for specifications of agglomerated stone products which includes the following: — EN 15285, Agglomerated stone — Modular tiles for flooring and stairs (internal and external) — EN 16954, Agglomerated stone — Slabs and cut-to-size products for flooring and stairs (internal and external) [the present document] — EN 15286, Agglomerated stone — Slabs and tiles for wall finishes (internal and external) — EN 15388, Agglomerated stone — Slabs and cut-to-size products for vanity and kitchen tops NOTE An overview on standards for agglomerated stone products is given below. Standards for agglomerated stone products Harmonized product standards
EN 15285 Modular tiles for flooring and stairs (int. and ext.)
(under M/119)
EN 16954 Slabs and cut-to-size products for flooring and stairs (int. and ext.) (under Mandate M/119)
EN 15286 Cladding slabs and tiles for wall finishes (int. and ext.)
(under Mandate M/121) Non-harmonized product standards
EN 15388 Slabs and cut-to-size products for vanity and kitchen tops
Main supporting standards
EN 14617 (all parts), Test methods
EN 14618,
Terminology and classification
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EN 16954:2018 (E) 5 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, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom.
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EN 16954:2018 (E) 6 1 Scope This European Standard specifies characteristics and appropriate test methods for slabs and cut to size products (cut to size slabs, special pieces, treads and risers) of agglomerated stones, which are made for use as flooring and stairs in pedestrian areas for internal and external uses including those in enclosed public transport premises. It also provides for the assessment and verification of constancy of performance (AVCP) and marking of the products to the requirements of this European Standard. This European Standard covers tactility but only for products the intended use of which requires this performance. This European Standard does not cover visibility requirements. Rough slabs are excluded from the scope of this European Standard. Products covered by the standards EN 15285, EN 13198, EN 13748-1 and EN 13748-2 are also excluded from the scope of the present European Standard. 2 Normative references The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies. EN 13373, Natural stone test methods - Determination of geometric characteristics on units EN 13501-1, Fire classification of construction products and building elements - Part 1: Classification using data from reaction to fire tests EN 14617 (all parts), Agglomerated stone - Test methods EN 14618, Agglomerated stone - Terminology and classification CEN/TS 15209, Tactile paving surface indicators produced from concrete, clay and stone CEN/TS 16165:2016, Determination of slip resistance of pedestrian surfaces - Methods of evaluation EN ISO 10456, Building materials and products - Hygrothermal properties -Tabulated design values and procedures for determining declared and design thermal values (ISO 10456) 3 Terms and definitions For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in EN 14618 and the following apply. ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
• IEC Electropedia: available at http://www.electropedia.org/ • ISO Online browsing platform: available at http://www.iso.org/obp 3.1 rough slab semi-finished agglomerated stone product with edges obtained either by sawing from a block or by moulding, the size of which is given by nominal dimensions (length - width -, thickness, in this order), expressed in millimetres and the surface of which may or may not be the finished surface Note 1 to entry:
Examples are given in Figure 1. SIST EN 16954:2018



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Figure 1 — Examples of rough slabs 3.2 slab finished agglomerated product obtained from rough slabs, the dimensions of which are given by length - width - thickness (in this order), expressed in millimetres according to defined tolerances and the surface of which is a finished surface ready to use 3.3 cut-to-size product finished agglomerated product obtained from a rough slab or a slab, the dimensions of which need to be referred to a template or a drawing Note 1 to entry:
Examples are given in Figure 2. SIST EN 16954:2018



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Figure 2 — Examples of cut-to-size products 4 Characteristics 4.1 Geometric characteristics 4.1.1 Dimensions The dimensions (length l, width b and thickness d, in this order, expressed in millimetres) of a slab and a cut-to-size product may be declared by the manufacturer. The dimensions of cut to size products shall be referred to a template or a drawing. 4.1.2 Tolerances for dimensions for slabs and cut-to-size products Tolerances in dimensions of slabs and cut to size products shall be as given in Table 1. The dimensions (i.e. length, width and thickness) of slabs and cut to size products shall be determined according to EN 13373. Stricter deviations may be declared by the manufacturer. SIST EN 16954:2018



EN 16954:2018 (E) 9 Table 1 — Tolerances in dimensions for slabs and cut to size products Characteristics Tolerances on dimensions of slabs cut-to-size products Length and width < 1 000 mm ±1 mm > 1 000 mm - 10 mm/+20 mm ±0,5 mm a Other dimensions with reference to the template - ±0,5 mm Thickness b ±0,7 mm Squareness ±0,2 % a Flatness: – centre curvature – edge curvature – warping ±0,4 % a For rectangular products. b Tolerances for thickness (d) should not apply for slabs and cut-to-size products with textured upper surface where dma x- dmin > 1 mm (see Figure 3).
Key dmin minimum thickness dma x
maximum thickness Figure 3 — Cross section examples of the textured upper surface slabs and cut-to-size products 4.1.3 Surface finish Surface finishes shall extend uniformly to the edges of slabs and cut-to-size products. Surfaces of slabs and cut-to-size products shall have a regular appearance as a result of the finishing process and may be worked to meet the finish declared. SIST EN 16954:2018



EN 16954:2018 (E) 10 4.2 Physical and mechanical characteristics 4.2.1 General The values for the characteristics in 4.2.2 to 4.2.14 shall be assessed when relevant. The performance of slabs and cut-to-size products for flooring and stairs according to water absorption, flexural strength, abrasion resistance and chemical resistance shall be expressed with letters corresponding to their values as indicated in Table 2. Table 2 — Performance list of slabs and cut-to-size products according to their characteristics Reference Characteristics Performance 4.2.4 Water absorption (%) W1 > 2,0 2,0
· W2 > 0,5 0,5
· W3 > 0,05 W4
¶ 0,05 4.2.5 Flexural strength (MPa) F1 < 12,0 12,0
¶ F2 < 25,0 25,0
¶ F3 < 40,0 F4
· 40,0 4.2.9 Abrasion resistance (mm) A1 > 36,5 36,5
· A2 > 33,0 33,0
· A3 > 29,0 A4
¶ 29,0 4.2.10 Chemical resistance a C1 C2 C3 C4 a Refer to EN 14617-10. Contractual specifications can be used to establish reference values, e.g. stated in design or supplier data sheet. 4.2.2 Visual appearance When required, the colour, roughness, of the slabs and cut-to size products shall be identified visually, e.g. by a range of samples selected following the criteria given in EN 14617-16. Any visual variations, e.g. inclusions and veins, are permissible provided that they are characteristic of the relevant type of agglomerated stone and provided that they do not adversely affect any performance of the other characteristics of the slabs and cut-to-size products. Reference sample, visual inspection and acceptance criteria shall be described in accordance with Annex A. 4.2.3 Reaction to fire When slabs or cut-to-size products are intended to be used in areas subjected to reaction to fire, the reaction to fire performance shall be declared according to the following: A slab or a cut-to-size product may be classified without the need for testing (CWT) as the reaction to fire Class A1FL, when it is made of an agglomerated stone containing: a) an organic material as a binder, if any, of not more than 0,1 % by mass or volume, whichever is the most onerous, and b) a homogenously distributed organic material as an aggregate, if any, of not more than 1 % by mass or volume, whichever is the most onerous. A slab or a cut-to-size product made of agglomerated stone which does not comply with the provisions a) and b) given above and having an intended use subject to the reaction to fire regulatory requirements shall be in accordance with EN 13501-1 after being tested in accordance with the test standards given therein. NOTE For materials to be considered as reaction to fire Classes A1 and A1FL, see the Commission Decision 96/603/EC amended by the Decisions 2000/605/EC and 2003/424/EC. SIST EN 16954:2018



EN 16954:2018 (E) 11 4.2.4 Apparent density and water absorption The values for apparent density and water absorption shall be determined according to EN 14617-1 and the result of the water absorption shall be declared in accordance with Table 2. 4.2.5 Flexural tensile strength The flexural strength shall be determined according to EN 14617-2 and the result expressed and declared in accordance with Table 2. 4.2.6 Thermal conductivity
The value for requirements the value for thermal conductivity shall be declared. Thermal conductivity shall be based on the apparent density value, determined using the test method indicated in 4.2.4. This value shall be used to calculate the thermal conductivity according to EN ISO 10456. 4.2.7 Thermal shock resistance Where slabs or cut-to-size products is expected to be subject to critical thermal cycles, thermal shock resistance shall be determined according to EN 14617-6 and the result expressed and declared as thermal shock resistance value. 4.2.8 Linear thermal expansion coefficient Where slabs or cut-to-size products is expected to be subject to relevant dimensional variations due to temperature changes, linear thermal expansion shall be determined according to EN 14617-11 and the result expressed and declared as linear thermal expansion coefficient. 4.2.9 Abrasion resistance Where the slabs and cut-to size products are expected to be subject to aggressive abrasion actions, resistance to abrasion shall be determined according to EN 14617-4 and the result expressed and declared in accordance with Table 2. 4.2.10 Chemical resistance Where the slabs and cut-to size products are expected to be subject to aggressive chemical actions, chemical resistance shall be determined according to EN 14617-10 and the result expressed and declared in accordance with Table 2. 4.2.11 Slip resistance When relevant the value for slipperiness of slabs and cut-to-size products shall be determined using test method described in CEN/TS 16165:2016, Annex C, taking into account the following test parameters: — slider 57 rubber; — wet testing conditions; — three specimens; — measurement of the pendulum test value (PTV) in 0°, 45° and 90° from a reference line for every specimen; the specimen slip resistance value is the mean value of the three PTV. The results shall be expressed as the mean value of the three specimens slip resistance values. SIST EN 16954:2018



EN 16954:2018 (E) 12 4.2.12 Electrical resistivity Where slabs or cut-to-size products are expected to be subject to the condition described in EN 14617-13, electrical resistivity shall be determined as given therein and the result expressed and declared as value. 4.2.13 Tactility When slabs or cut-to-size products are intended to be used in places with tactility requirements it shall be specified according to CEN/TS 15209. 4.2.14 Durability 4.2.14.1 Freeze/thaw resistance Where slabs or cut-to-size products are expected to be subject to freeze/thaw cycles, freeze/thaw resistance shall be determined according to EN 14617-5 and the result expressed and declared as value. 4.2.14.2 Impact resistance Where slabs or cut-to-size products are expected to be subject to impact of hard falling objects, impact resistance shall be determined according to EN 14617-9 and the result expressed and declared as value. 4.2.15 Release of dangerous substances
Materials used in products shall not release any dangerous substances in excess of the maximum permitted levels specified in a relevant European Standard for the material or permitted in the national regulations of the member state of destination. National regulations on dangerous substances may require verification and declaration on release, and sometimes content, when construction products covered by this standard are placed on those markets.
5 Test methods Test methods are described in the specific parts of the EN 14617 series and in the specific annexes of this document. 6 Assessment and verification of constancy of performance – AVCP 6.1 General The compliance of slabs and cut-to-size products made of agglomerated stones with the requirements of this standard and with the performances declared by the manufacturer in the DoP shall be demonstrated by: — determination of the product-type on the basis of type testing, — factory production control by the manufacturer, including product assessment. The manufacturer shall always retain the overall control and shall have the necessary means to take responsibility for the conformity of the product with its declared performance(s). SIST EN 16954:2018



EN 16954:2018 (E) 13 6.2 Type testing 6.2.1 General All performances related to characteristics included in this standard shall be determined when the manufacturer intends to declare the respective performances unless the standard gives provisions for declaring them without performing tests. (e.g. use of previously existing data or Classification Without Further Testing CWFT). Assessment previously performed in accordance with the provisions of this standard, may be taken into account provided that they were made to the same or a more rigorous test method, under the same AVCP system on the same product or products of similar design, construction and functionality, such that the results are applicable to the product in question. NOTE Same AVCP system means testing by an independent third party. — For the purposes of assessment, the manufacturer's products may be grouped into families, where it is considered that the results for one or more characteristics from any one product within the family are representative for that same characteristics for all products within that same family. Products may be grouped in different families for different characteristics. Reference to the assessment method standards should be made to allow the selection of a suitable representative sample. In addition, the determination of the product-type shall be performed for all characteristics included in the standard for which the manufacturer declares the performance: — at the beginning of the production of a new or modified slab and cut-to-size product made of agglomerated stones using a new type of rough slab, or — at the beginning of a new or modified method of production (where this may affect the stated properties); or they shall be repeated for the appropriate characteristic(s), whenever a change occurs in the slabs and cut-to -size products made of agglomerated stones, in the rough slab, or in the method of production (subject to the definition of a family), which would affect significantly one or more of the characteristics. Where the rough slabs are used whose characteristics have already been determined, by the rough slabs manufacturer, on the basis of assessment methods of other product standards, these characteristics need not be re-assessed.
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EN 16954:2018 (E) 14 6.2.2 Test samples, testing and compliance criteria The number of samples slabs and cut-to-size products made of agglomerated stones to be tested/assessed shall be in accordance with Table 3. Table 3 — Number of samples to be tested and compliance criteria Characteristic Requirement Assessment method No. of samples (specimens) Compliance criteria Dimensions and tolerances 4.1.1, 4.1.2 EN 13373 10 Table 1 Surface finish 4.1.3 4.1.3 10 4.1.3 Visual appearance 4.2.2 Annex A Adequate number Annex A Reaction to fire 4.2.3 4.2.3 Adequate number EN 13501-1 Apparent density and water absorption 4.2.4 4.2.4 6 Table 2 Flexural tensile strength 4.2.5 4.2.5 6 Table 2 Thermal conductivity 4.2.6 4.2.6 6 EN ISO 10456 Thermal shock resistance 4.2.7 4.2.7 14 4.2.7 Linear thermal expansion coefficient 4.2.8 4.2.8 3 4.2.8 Abrasion resistance 4.2.9 4.2.9 6 Table 2 Chemical resistance 4.2.10 4.2.10 4 Table 2 Slip resistance 4.2.11 4.2.11 3 CEN/TS 16165:2016 (Annex C) Electrical resistivity 4.2.12 4.2.12 1 4.2.12 Impact resistance 4.2.14.2 4.2.14.2 4 4.2.14.2 Tactility 4.2.13 4.2.13 Description CEN/TS 15209 Release of dangerous substances 4.2.15 4.2.15 As relevant As relevant Durability - Freeze/thaw resistance 4.2.14.1 4.2.14.1 10 4.2.14.1
6.2.3 Test reports The results of the determination of the product type shall be documented in test reports. All test reports shall be retained by the manufacturer for at least 10 years after the last date of production of the slabs and cut-to-size products made of agglomerated stones to which they relate. SIST EN 16954:2018



EN 16954:2018 (E) 15 6.2.4 Shared other party results A cut-to-size manufacturer (e.g. stone masonry, etc.)may use the results of the product type determination obtained by the manufacturer of the rough slab( to justify his own declaration of performance regarding a product that is manufactured according to the same design and with raw materials and constituents of the rough slab and manufacturing methods of the same kind, provided that: a) the results are known to be valid for products with the same essential characteristics relevant for the product performance; b) in addition to any information essential for confirming that the product has such same performances related to specific essential characteristics, the other party who has carried out the determination of the product type concerned or has had it carried out, has expressly accepted1) to transmit to the cut-to-size manufacturer the results and the test report to be used for the latter’s product type determination, as well as information regarding production facilities and the production control process that can be taken into account for FPC; c) the cut-to-size manufacturer using other party results accepts to remain responsible for the product having the declared performances and he also: 1) ensures that the product has the same characteristics relevant for performance as the one that has been subjected to the determination of the product-type, and that there are no significant differences with regard to production facilities and the production control process compared to that used for the product that was subjected to the determination of the product type; and 2) keeps available a copy of the determination of the p
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Agglomerated stone - Slabs and cut-to-size products for flooring and stairs (internal and
external)
Künstlich hergestellter Stein - Platten und zugeschnittene Produkte für Boden- und
Stufenbeläge (innen und außen)
Pierre agglomérée - Plaques et produits coupés sur mesure pour revêtements de sols et
escaliers (intérieurs et extérieurs)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN 16954
ICS:
91.100.15 Mineralni materiali in izdelki Mineral materials and
products
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

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prEN 16954
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December 2015
ICS 91.100.15
English Version

Agglomerated stone - Slabs and cut-to-size products for
flooring and stairs (internal and external)
Pierre agglomérée - Plaques et produits coupés sur Künstlich hergestellter Stein - Platten und
mesure pour revêtements de sols et escaliers zugeschnittene Produkte für Boden- und Stufenbeläge
(intérieurs et extérieurs) (innen und außen)
This draft European Standard is submitted to CEN members for enquiry. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee
CEN/TC 246.

If this draft becomes a European Standard, 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.

This draft European Standard was established by CEN 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-CENELEC
Management Centre has the same status as the official versions.

CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania,
Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and
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Contents Page
European foreword . 4
1 Scope . 5
2 Normative references . 5
3 Terms and definitions . 5
4 Requirements . 7
4.1 Geometric characteristics . 7
4.1.1 Dimensions . 7
4.1.2 Tolerances for dimensions for slabs and cut-to-size products . 7
4.1.3 Surface finish . 8
4.2 Physical and mechanical characteristics . 9
4.2.1 General . 9
4.2.2 Visual appearance . 9
4.2.3 Reaction to fire . 9
4.2.4 Apparent density and water absorption. 10
4.2.5 Flexural tensile strength . 10
4.2.6 Thermal conductivity . 10
4.2.7 Thermal shock resistance . 10
4.2.8 Linear thermal expansion coefficient . 10
4.2.9 Abrasion resistance . 10
4.2.10 Chemical resistance . 10
4.2.11 Slip resistance . 10
4.2.12 Electrical resistivity . 11
4.2.13 Tactility . 11
4.2.14 Durability . 11
4.2.15 Dangerous substances . 11
5 Test methods . 11
6 Assessment and verification of constancy of performance – AVCP. 12
6.1 General . 12
6.2 Type testing . 12
6.2.1 General . 12
6.2.2 Test samples, testing and compliance criteria . 13
6.2.3 Test reports . 13
6.2.4 Shared other party results . 14
6.3 Factory production control (FPC) . 14
6.3.1 General . 14
6.3.2 Requirements . 15
6.3.3 Product specific requirements . 17
6.3.4 Initial inspection of factory and of FPC . 18
6.3.5 Continuous surveillance of FPC . 18
6.3.6 Procedure for modifications . 18
7 Marking, labelling and packaging . 18
Annex A (normative) Reference sample, visual inspection and acceptance criteria . 20
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Annex ZA (informative) Clauses of this European Standard addressing the provisions of the
EU Construction Products Regulation . 22
ZA.1 Scope and relevant characteristics . 22
ZA.2 Procedure for AVCP of agglomerated stone slabs and cut-to-size products . 24
ZA.2.1 System(s) of AVCP . 24
ZA.2.2 Declaration of performance (DoP) . 27
ZA.3 CE marking and labelling . 32
Bibliography . 34

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European foreword
This document (prEN 16954:2015) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 246 “Natural
stones”, the secretariat of which is held by UNI.
This document is currently submitted to the CEN Enquiry.
This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the
European Free Trade Association, and supports essential basic works requirements of Regulation
No 305/2011.
For relationship with this Regulation, see informative Annex ZA, which is an integral part of this
document.
This draft European Standard is one of a series of standards for specifications of agglomerated stone
products which includes the following:
— EN 15285, Agglomerated stone — Modular tiles for flooring and stairs (internal and external),
— prEN 16954, Agglomerated stone — Slabs and cut-to-size products for flooring and stairs (internal
and external) [the present document],
— EN 15286, Agglomerated stone — Slabs and tiles for wall finishes (internal and external),
— EN 15388, Agglomerated stone — Slabs and cut-to-size products for vanity and kitchen tops,
— EN XXX, Rough slabs.
NOTE Overview on standards for agglomerated stone products is given in Table 1.
Table 1 — Standards for agglomerated stone products
Standards for agglomerated stone products
Harmonized  EN 15285  prEN 16954  EN 15286
product Modular tiles for Slabs and cut-to-size Cladding slabs and
standards flooring and stairs products for flooring tiles for wall finishes
(int. and ext.) and stairs (int. and (int. and ext.)
(under M/119) ext.) (under (under
Mandate M/119) Mandate M/121)
Non- EN 15388  EN XXX, Rough slabs
harmonized Slabs and cut-to-size
product products for vanity
standards and kitchen tops
Main  EN 14617 (all parts),  EN 14618,
supporting Test methods Terminology and
standards classification

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1 Scope
This draft European Standard specifies requirements and appropriate test methods for slabs and cut to
size products (cut to size slabs, special pieces, treads and risers) of agglomerated stones, which are
made for use as flooring and stairs in pedestrian areas for internal and external uses including those in
enclosed public transport premises. It also provides for the evaluation of conformity and marking of the
products to the requirements of this draft European Standard.
This draft European Standard covers tactility but only for products the intended use of which requires
this performance.
This draft European Standard does not cover visibility requirements. Rough slabs are excluded from the
scope of this draft European Standard.
Products covered by the standards EN 15285, EN 13198, EN 13748-1 and EN 13748-2 are also excluded
of the scope of the present draft European Standard.
2 Normative references
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are
indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated
references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 13373, Natural stone test methods — Determination of geometric characteristics on units
EN 13501-1, Fire classification of construction products and building elements — Part 1: Classification
using data from reaction to fire tests
EN 14617 (all parts), Agglomerated stone — Test methods
EN 14618, Agglomerated stone — Terminology and classification
CEN/TS 15209, Tactile paving surface indicators produced from concrete, clay and stone
CEN/TS 16165:2012, Determination of slip resistance of pedestrian surfaces — Methods of evaluation
EN ISO 10456, Building materials and products — Hygrothermal properties — Tabulated design values
and procedures for determining declared and design thermal values (ISO 10456)
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in EN 14618 and the following apply.
3.1
rough slab
semi-finished agglomerated stone product with edges obtained either by sawing from a block or by
moulding, the size of which is given by nominal dimensions (length - width -, thickness, in this order),
expressed in millimetres and the surface of which may or may not be the finished surface
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Figure 1 — Examples of rough slabs
3.2
slab
finished agglomerated product obtained from rough slabs, the dimensions of which are given by length
- width - thickness (in this order), expressed in millimetres according to defined tolerances and the
surface of which is a finished surface ready to use
3.3
cut-to-size product
finished agglomerated product obtained from a rough slab or a slab, the dimensions of which need to be
referred to a template or a drawing
Note 1 to entry: Examples are given in Figure 2.
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Figure 2 — Examples of cut-to-size products
4 Requirements
4.1 Geometric characteristics
4.1.1 Dimensions
The dimensions (length l, width b and thickness d, in this order, expressed in millimetres) of a slab and
a cut-to-size product shall always be declared.
The dimensions of cut to size products shall be referred to a template or a drawing.
4.1.2 Tolerances for dimensions for slabs and cut-to-size products
Tolerances in dimensions of slabs and cut to size products shall be as given in Table 2. The dimensions
(i.e. length, width and thickness) of slabs and cut to size products shall be determined according to
EN 13373.
Stricter deviations may be declared by the manufacturer.
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Table 2 — Tolerances in dimensions for slabs and cut to size products
Characteristics Tolerances on dimensions of
slabs cut-to-size products
< 1 000 mm > 1 000 mm a
±0,5 mm
Length and width
±1 mm - 10 mm/+20 mm
Other
dimensions with
- ±0,5 mm
reference to the
template
b ±0,7 mm
Thickness
a
Squareness
±0,2 %
Flatness:
– centre
curvature
±0,4 %
– edge curvature
– warping
a
For rectangular products.
b
Tolerances for thickness (d) should not apply for cladding slab and tile with textured upper
surface where d - d > 1 mm (see Figure 3)
ma x min


Key
d minimum thickness
min
d maximum thickness
ma x
Figure 3 — Cross section examples of the textured upper surface cladding slabs and tiles
4.1.3 Surface finish
Surface finishes shall extend uniformly to the edges of slabs and cut-to-size products.
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Surfaces of slabs and cut-to-size products shall have a regular appearance as a result of the finishing
process and may be worked to meet the finish declared.
4.2 Physical and mechanical characteristics
4.2.1 General
The values for the characteristics in 4.2.2 to 4.2.14 shall be declared when subject to regulatory
requirements and may be declared otherwise with reference to use conditions.
The classification of slabs and cut-to-size products for flooring and stairs according to water absorption,
flexural strength, abrasion resistance and chemical resistance shall be expressed with letters
corresponding to their values as indicated in Table 3.
Table 3 — Classification of slabs and cut-to-size products according to their characteristics
Reference Characteristics Classes
4.2.4 Water absorption (%) W > 2,0 2,0 ≥ W > 0,5 0,5 ≥ W > 0,05 W ≤ 0,05
1 2 3 4
4.2.5 Flexural strength F < 12,0 12,0 ≤ F < 25,0 25,0 ≤ F < 40,0 F ≥ 40,0
1 2 3 4
(MPa)
4.2.9 Abrasion resistance A > 36,5 36,5 ≥ A > 33,0 33,0 ≥ A > 29,0 A ≤ 29,0
1 2 3 4
(mm)
4.2.10 a C C C C
1 2 3 4
Chemical resistance
a
Refer to EN 14617–10.

Contractual specifications can be used to establish reference values, e.g. stated in design or supplier
data sheet, due account being taken of any regulatory requirements applicable.
4.2.2 Visual appearance
When required, the colour, roughness, of the slabs and cut-to size products shall be identified visually,
e.g. by a range of samples selected in agreement by manufacturer and purchaser following the criteria
given in EN 14617-16.
Any visual variations, e.g. inclusions and veins, are permissible provided that they are characteristic of
the relevant type of agglomerated stone and provided that they do not adversely affect any
performance of the other characteristics of the slabs and cut-to-size products.
Reference sample, visual inspection and acceptance criteria shall be described in Annex A.
4.2.3 Reaction to fire
When slabs or cut-to-size products are intended to be used in areas subjected to reaction to fire
regulation, the reaction to fire performance shall be declared according to the following:
A slab or a cut-to-size product may be classified without the need for testing (CWT) as the reaction to
fire Class A1 , when it is made of an agglomerated stone containing:
FL
a) an organic material as a binder, if any, of not more than 0,1 % by mass or volume, whichever is the
most onerous, and
b) a homogenously distributed organic material as an aggregate, if any, of not more than 1 % by mass
or volume, whichever is the most onerous.
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A slab or a cut-to-size product made of agglomerated stone which does not comply with the provisions
a) and b) given above and having an intended use subject to the reaction to fire regulatory
requirements shall be classified in accordance with EN 13501-1 after being tested in accordance with
the test standards given therein.
4.2.4 Apparent density and water absorption
When required the values for apparent density and water absorption shall be determined according to
EN 14617-1 and the result of the water absorption shall be declared as class in accordance with Table 3.
4.2.5 Flexural tensile strength
When required the flexural strength shall be determined according to EN 14617-2 and the result
expressed and declared as class in accordance with Table 3.
4.2.6 Thermal conductivity
When required the value for requirements the value for thermal conductivity shall be declared.
Thermal conductivity shall be based on the apparent density value, determined using the test method
indicated in 4.2.4. This value shall be used to calculate the thermal conductivity according to
EN ISO 10456.
Thermal conductivity may also be obtained by testing in accordance with EN ISO 13787 and the results
expressed in W/(m·K) rounded to the first decimal place.
4.2.7 Thermal shock resistance
Where subject to regulatory requirements or where slabs or cut-to-size products is expected to be
subject to critical thermal cycles, thermal shock resistance shall be determined according to
EN 14617-6 and the result expressed and declared as thermal shock resistance value.
4.2.8 Linear thermal expansion coefficient
Where subject to contractual request or where slabs or cut-to-size products is expected to be subject to
relevant dimensional variations due to temperature changes, linear thermal expansion shall be
determined according to EN 14617-11 and the result expressed and declared as linear thermal
expansion coefficient.
4.2.9 Abrasion resistance
Where subject to contractual request or where the slabs and cut-to size products are expected to be
subject to aggressive abrasion actions, resistance to abrasion shall be determined according to
EN 14617-4 and the result expressed and declared as class in accordance with Table 3.
4.2.10 Chemical resistance
Where subject to contractual request or where the slabs and cut-to size products are expected to be
subject to aggressive chemical actions, chemical resistance shall be determined according to
EN 14617-10 and the result expressed and declared as class in accordance with Table 3.
4.2.11 Slip resistance
When subject to regulatory requirements the value for slipperiness of slabs and cut-to-size products
shall be determined using test method described in CEN/TS 16165:2012, Annex C, taking into account
the following test parameters:
— slider 57 rubber;
— wet testing conditions;
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— three specimens;
— measurement of the pendulum test value (PTV) in 0°, 45° and 90° from a reference line for every
specimen; the specimen slip resistance value is the mean value of the three PTV.
The results shall be expressed as the mean value of the three specimens slip resistance values.
4.2.12 Electrical resistivity
Where subject to contractual request or where slabs or cut-to-size products are expected to be subject
to the condition described in EN 14617-13, electrical resistivity shall be determined as given therein
and the result expressed and declared as value.
4.2.13 Tactility
When slabs or cut-to-size products are intended to be used in places with tactility requirements it shall
be specified according to CEN/TS 15209.
4.2.14 Durability
4.2.14.1 Freeze/thaw resistance
Where subject to regulatory requirements or where slabs or cut-to-size products are expected to be
subject to freeze/thaw cycles, freeze/thaw resistance shall be determined according to EN 14617-5 and
the result expressed and declared as value.
4.2.14.2 Thermal shock resistance
Where subject to regulatory requirements or where slabs or cut-to-size products is expected to be
subject to critical thermal cycles, thermal shock resistance shall be determined according to
EN 14617-6 and the result expressed and declared as thermal shock resistance value.
4.2.14.3 Impact resistance
Where subject to regulatory requirements or where slabs or cut-to-size products are expected to be
subject to impact of hard falling objects, impact resistance shall be determined according to EN 14617-9
and the result expressed and declared as value.
4.2.15 Dangerous substances
National regulations on dangerous substances may require, verification and declaration on release, and
sometimes content, of dangerous substances, when construction products covered by this standard are
placed on those markets.
In the absence of European harmonized test methods, verification and declaration on release/content
should be done taking into account national provisions in the place of use.
NOTE An informative database covering European and national provisions on dangerous substances is
available at the Construction website on EUROPA accessed through:
http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/construction/cpd-ds/.
5 Test methods
Test methods are described in the specific parts of the EN 14617 series and in the specific annexes of
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6 Assessment and verification of constancy of performance – AVCP
6.1 General
The compliance of slabs and cut-to-size products made of agglomerated stones with the requirements
of this standard and with the performances declared by the manufacturer in the DoP shall be
demonstrated by:
— determination of the product-type on the basis of type testing,
— factory production control by the manufacturer, including product assessment.
The manufacturer shall always retain the overall control and shall have the necessary means to take
responsibility for the conformity of the product with its declared performance(s).
6.2 Type testing
6.2.1 General
All performances related to characteristics included in this standard shall be determined when the
manufacturer intends to declare the respective performances unless the standard gives provisions for
declaring them without performing tests. (e.g. use of previously existing data or Classification Without
Further Testing CWFT).
Assessment previously performed in accordance with the provisions of this standard, may be taken into
account provided that they were made to the same or a more rigorous test method, under the same
AVCP system on the same product or products of similar design, construction and functionality, such
that the results are applicable to the product in question.
NOTE Same AVCP system means testing by an independent third party.
— For the purposes of assessment, the manufacturer's products may be grouped into families, where
it is considered that the results for one or more characteristics from any one product within the
family are representative for that same characteristics for all products within that same family.
Products may be grouped in different families for different characteristics.
Reference to the assessment method standards should be made to allow the selection of a suitable
representative sample.
In addition, the determination of the product-type shall be performed for all characteristics included in
the standard for which the manufacturer declares the performance:
— at the beginning of the production of a new or modified slab and cut-to-size product made of
agglomerated stones using a new type of rough slab, or
— at the beginning of a new or modified method of production (where this may affect the stated
properties); or
they shall be repeated for the appropriate characteristic(s), whenever a change occurs in the slabs and
cut-to -size products made of agglomerated stones, in the rough slab, or in the method of production
(subject to the definition of a family), which would affect significantly one or more of the characteristics.
Where the rough slabs are used whose characteristics have already been determined, by the rough
slabs manufacturer, on the basis of assessment methods of other product standards, these
characteristics need not be re-assessed.
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6.2.2 Test samples, testing and compliance criteria
The number of samples slabs and cut-to-size products made of agglomerated stones to be
tested/assessed shall be in accordance with Table 4.
Table 4 — Number of samples to be tested and compliance criteria
Characteristic Requirement Assessment No. of Compliance criteria
method samples
(specimens)
Dimensions and 4.1.1, 4.1.2 EN 13373 10 Table 1
tolerances
Surface finish 4.1.3 4.1.3 10 4.1.3
Visual appearance 4.2.2 Annex A Adequate Annex A
number
Reaction to fire 4.2.3 4.2.3 Adequate EN
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