SIST EN 12674-4:2015

Roll containers - Part 4: Performance requirements

This European Standard specifies appropriate tests and levels of performance for roll containers and dollies manufactured in all materials, assembled for use and stacked for storage when tested in accordance with EN 12674-3.

Rollbehälter - Teil 4: Leistungsanforderungen

Diese Europäische Norm legt geeignete Prüfungen und Leistungsstufen für aus allen Werkstoffen hergestellte Rollbehälter und Rollböcke, die für eine Anwendung montiert und für eine Lagerung gestapelt sind, fest, wenn diese nach EN 12674 3 geprüft wurden.

Conteneurs à roulettes - Partie 4: Exigences de performances

La présente Norme européenne spécifie les essais appropriés et les niveaux de performances s’appliquant aux conteneurs à roulettes et aux plateaux roulants constitués de tous matériaux, prêts à l’emploi et empilés pour le stockage, lorsqu’ils sont soumis aux essais conformément à EN 12674-3.

Kontejnerji s kolesi - 4. del: Zahtevane lastnosti

General Information

• Status: Published
• Public Enquiry End Date: 04-Dec-2014
• Publication Date: 08-Jun-2015
• ICS: 55.180.10 - General purpose containers
• Technical Committee: EPO - Packaging - sales and grouped
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 25-May-2015
• Due Date: 30-Jul-2015
• Completion Date: 09-Jun-2015
• Ref Project: EN 12674-4:2015 - Roll containers - Part 4: Performance requirements

Relations

• Replaces: SIST EN 12674-4:2007 - Roll containers - Part 4: Performance requirements
• Effective Date: 01-Jul-2015

Overview

SIST EN 12674-4:2015 is a European Standard developed by CEN, specifying the performance requirements for roll containers and dollies used in goods transportation and storage. It defines the necessary tests and minimum performance levels to ensure safety, reliability, and durability of roll containers assembled from various materials. This standard works in tandem with EN 12674-3, which details the test methods, and complements other parts in the EN 12674 series concerning terminology, design, and safety principles.

This standard addresses both fully assembled roll containers and dollies, covering their behavior under typical load conditions, including stacking during storage and movement. It assumes a nominal safe working load (SWL) of 250 kg, which can be adjusted by agreement between manufacturers and testers.

Key Topics

• Scope and applicability: EN 12674-4 applies to all materials used in manufacturing roll containers and dollies, focusing on the performance levels required to meet operational and safety demands.
• Testing sequence and specimen requirements: Each test is independent; fresh specimens are used to ensure accuracy. Tests include both loaded and unloaded conditions.
• Stability Tests:
  • Minimum inclination angles to prevent tipping for both unloaded and loaded conditions.
  • Stacking stability for dollies is critical, with tests measuring the safe number of stacked units.
• Strength and Resistance Assessments:
  • Diagonal resistance to measure structural integrity.
  • Side frame strength and stiffness tests, including deflection limits and inelastic deformation thresholds.
  • Castor lateral load resistance ensures wheel durability under transverse forces.
• Load Performance Tests:
  • Distributed load on floors, edge impact, and localized edge/end base loading tests evaluate container and dolly robustness under expected working impacts.
  • Free fall drop test simulates accidental drops to assess damage resistance.
• Rolling and mechanical handling tests:
  • Starting and rolling resistance measurements for usability.
  • Stacking and mechanical lifting tests to verify safety during storage and transport by forklifts.
• Optional tests:
  • Fatigue and strength of welded joints.
  • Tensile resistance of straps and buckles.

Applications

SIST EN 12674-4:2015 is valuable for manufacturers, testing bodies, and users involved with roll containers and dollies in industries including:

• Logistics and transportation: Ensuring containers meet performance standards for safe handling and movement of goods.
• Warehousing and storage: Verifying stacking safety and load resistance to optimize space and prevent accidents.
• Retail and distribution: Facilitating smooth goods transfer with reliable container performance.
• Manufacturing and quality control: Guiding design and material selections for durable, safe roll containers.
• Regulatory compliance: Assisting national standards bodies in harmonizing safety and performance regulations across Europe.

Related Standards

SIST EN 12674-4:2015 is part of a comprehensive roll container standard series:

• EN 12674-1:1999 – Roll containers - Part 1: Terminology: Defines terms and concepts used across the series.
• EN 12674-2:2001 – Roll containers - Part 2: General design and safety principles: Covers design requirements ensuring operational safety.
• EN 12674-3:2004 – Roll containers - Part 3: Test methods: Provides detailed procedures for conducting the performance tests described in this document.

Together, these standards provide a holistic framework to design, assess, and use roll containers and dollies in a safe, standardized manner.

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Keywords: SIST EN 12674-4:2015, roll containers, dollies, performance requirements, stability tests, strength tests, CEN standard, safe working load, stacking test, transportation safety, goods handling, European standards, packaging equipment, testing methods.

Standards Content (Sample)

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EUROPEAN STANDARD NORME EUROPÉENNE EUROPÄISCHE NORM
EN 12674-4
April 2015 ICS 55.180.10 Supersedes EN 12674-4:2006English Version
Roll containers - Part 4: Performance requirements
Conteneurs à roulettes - Partie 4: Exigences de performances
Rollbehälter - Teil 4: Leistungsanforderungen This European Standard was approved by CEN on 5 March 2015.
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