SIST EN 15723:2011/oprA1:2021

Railway applications - Closing and locking devices for payload protecting devices against environmental influences - Requirements for durability, operation, indication, maintenance, recycling

Revised Annex ZA

Bahnanwendungen - Verschluss- und Sicherungsteile von Ladegutschutzeinrichtungen gegen Umwelteinflüsse - Anforderungen an Festigkeit, Bedienbarkeit, Kennzeichnung, Instandhaltung, Entsorgung

Applications ferroviaires - Dispositifs de fermeture et de verrouillage des équipements de protection du chargement contre les influences environnantes - Exigences de résistance mécanique, exploitation, marquage, maintenance et recyclage

Železniške naprave - Zapiralne in varovalne naprave za zaščito pred okoljskimi vplivi - Zahteve, ki se nanašajo na trajnost, obratovanje, označevanje, vzdrževanje in predelavo - Dopolnilo A1

General Information

• Status: Not Published
• Public Enquiry End Date: 30-Jun-2021
• ICS: 45.060.01 - Railway rolling stock in general
• ICS: 45.060.20 - Trailing stock
• Technical Committee: IŽNP - Reilway applications
• Current Stage: 4020 - Public enquire (PE) (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 03-May-2021
• Due Date: 20-Sep-2021
• Completion Date: 12-Jul-2021
• Directive: Not Harmonized2008/57/EC - DIRECTIVE 2008/57/EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 17 June 2008 on the interoperability of the rail system within the Community (Recast)
• Directive:

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  Harmonized Standard2016/797/EU - Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 May 2016 on the interoperability of the rail system within the European Union (Text with EEA relevance)
• Mandate: M/334 - Mandate for programming and standardisation addressed to CEN, CENELEC and ETSI in the field of the Interoperability of the trans-european conventional rail system
• Mandate: M/483 - Mandate for programming and standardisation addressed to the European standardisation bodies under directive 2008/57/EC in the field of the interoperability of the rail system within the European Union
• Ref Project: EN 15723:2010/prA1 - Railway applications - Closing and locking devices for payload protecting devices against environmental influences - Requirements for durability, operation, indication, maintenance, recycling

Relations

• Amends: SIST EN 15723:2011 - Railway applications - Closing and locking devices for payload protecting devices against environmental influences - Requirements for durability, operation, indication, maintenance, recycling
• Effective Date: 01-Jan-2020

Overview

SIST EN 15723:2011/oprA1:2021 addresses the requirements for closing and locking devices used in railway applications, specifically for payload protecting devices such as doors, sliding walls, and roofs. This standard defines specifications related to durability, operational effectiveness, indication, maintenance, and end-of-life recycling of these components, with a strong focus on rail transport reliability and interoperability. The 2021 amendment updates Annex ZA, aligning it with Directive (EU) 2016/797 on the interoperability of the rail system.

Key Topics

• Durability Requirements: Sets standards for the mechanical strength and lifespan of locking and closing devices exposed to harsh environmental conditions.
• Operational Specifications: Defines criteria for the proper functioning and ease of use of these protective devices to ensure safety and reliability during rail operations.
• Indication: Outlines requirements for the clear marking and indication of the status of the payload protecting devices, permitting accurate verification of their position and security.
• Maintenance Guidelines: Introduces best practices and criteria for regular inspection, servicing, and repair to extend operational life and uphold safety.
• Recycling and End-of-life Considerations: Provides guidance on environmentally responsible disposal and recycling of components, aligning with circular economy and sustainability goals.
• Compliance with EU Regulations: The revised Annex ZA ensures that the standard serves as a voluntary route to conform to essential requirements of Directive (EU) 2016/797 and the related Technical Specifications for Interoperability (TSI).

Applications

The standard is essential for organizations involved in:

• Railway rolling stock manufacturing: Ensuring that new freight wagons and other relevant vehicles incorporate compliant closing and locking devices.
• Freight wagon design and conversion: Applying the requirements during vehicle upgrades or refurbishment to meet safety, interoperability, and environmental standards.
• Rail operators and maintenance teams: Implementing prescribed maintenance routines and verifying conformity to operational and marking requirements, supporting safe operations and efficient runtime.
• Railway component suppliers: Demonstrating product compliance with European regulations and supporting customers’ certification and approval processes.
• Regulatory and certification bodies: Assessing conformity of new and existing rolling stock to interoperability and environmental legislation.

The standard is particularly significant for safety-critical elements, such as freight car doors and adjustable roofs, which protect payloads from environmental influences and ensure secure transport.

Related Standards

Organizations working with SIST EN 15723:2011/oprA1:2021 should also be aware of:

• EN 15723:2010: The base European standard for railway closing and locking devices.
• Directive (EU) 2016/797: Legislation on the interoperability of the rail system within the European Union.
• Technical Specifications for Interoperability (TSI) for Rolling Stock – Freight Wagons: Regulatory framework for ensuring consistent safety and performance of freight wagons.
• EN 15227: Railway applications - Crashworthiness requirements for railway vehicle bodies.
• Maintenance standards for rolling stock: For developing comprehensive strategies for inspection and service throughout the product lifecycle.

By following SIST EN 15723:2011/oprA1:2021, stakeholders help ensure railway rolling stock durability, safety, and compliance with European Union rail interoperability directives, which enhances both operational efficiency and environmental sustainability.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-junij-2021
Železniške naprave - Zapiralne in varovalne naprave za zaščito pred okoljskimi
vplivi - Zahteve, ki se nanašajo na trajnost, obratovanje, označevanje, vzdrževanje
in predelavo - Dopolnilo A1
Railway applications - Closing and locking devices for payload protecting devices against
environmental influences - Requirements for durability, operation, indication,
maintenance, recycling
Bahnanwendungen - Verschluss- und Sicherungsteile von Ladegutschutzeinrichtungen
gegen Umwelteinflüsse - Anforderungen an Festigkeit, Bedienbarkeit, Kennzeichnung,
Instandhaltung, Entsorgung
Applications ferroviaires - Dispositifs de fermeture et de verrouillage des équipements de
protection du chargement contre les influences environnantes - Exigences de résistance
mécanique, exploitation, marquage, maintenance et recyclage
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 15723:2010/prA1
ICS:
45.060.01 Železniška vozila na splošno Railway rolling stock in
general
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

DRAFT
EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 15723:2010
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
prA1
April 2021
ICS 45.060.20
English Version
Railway applications - Closing and locking devices for
payload protecting devices against environmental
influences - Requirements for durability, operation,
indication, maintenance, recycling
Applications ferroviaires - Dispositifs de fermeture et Bahnanwendungen - Verschluss- und Sicherungsteile
de verrouillage des équipements de protection du von Ladegutschutzeinrichtungen gegen
chargement contre les influences environnantes - Umwelteinflüsse - Anforderungen an Festigkeit,
Exigences de résistance mécanique, exploitation, Bedienbarkeit, Kennzeichnung, Instandhaltung,
marquage, maintenance et recyclage Entsorgung
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