SIST EN 13920-16:2004
(Main)Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Scrap - Part 16: Scrap consisting of skimmings, drosses, spills and metallics
- Abstract
This part of this European Standard specifies characteristics, chemical composition and metal yield of aluminium scrap consisting of skimmings, drosses and spills. It also applies to the metallic obtained by dry processing of drosses and skimmings. Full lots of dross fines with particle size smaller than 0,8 mm, or loft of drosses with a metal yield less than 30% are not within the scope of this Standard.
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 31-Dec-2003
- Technical Committee
- INEK - Nonferrous metals
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-Jan-2004
- Due Date
- 01-Jan-2004
- Completion Date
- 01-Jan-2004
SIST EN 13920-16:2004 is the Slovenian national adoption of EN 13920-16:2003 for aluminium and aluminium alloys scrap. It covers scrap consisting of skimmings, drosses, spills and metallics, and it sets the characteristics, chemical composition and metal yield that buyers and suppliers use when describing and accepting these lots.
What does SIST EN 13920-16:2004 specify?
SIST EN 13920-16:2004 specifies the buying and quality rules for this scrap category. It is organized into six clauses: scope, normative references, terms and definitions, ordering information, requirements, and classification procedure with treatment of non-conformities and arbitration.
The scope includes aluminium scrap made up of skimmings, drosses and spills, and it also applies to metallics obtained by dry processing of drosses and skimmings. It excludes full lots of dross fines smaller than 0.8 mm and lots of drosses with metal yield below 30%.
What are the key requirements of SIST EN 13920-16:2004?
SIST EN 13920-16:2004 combines its own conditions with the general requirements of EN 13920-1. In practice, this means the scrap lot must meet both the general scrap rules and the specific limits for this material type.
Ordering information
Clause 4 says the order should identify the standard, the scrap category, the gross mass, the delivery period, the expected metal yield, and any departure from the stated characteristics. It also says the order should include the origin of the scrap and, when useful, the size of the pieces. This matters because the supplier and purchaser need the same description before shipment and acceptance.
Condition and appearance of the scrap
Clause 5.2 requires the scrap to be free from moisture and foreign material such as refractories, stones, plastics and wood. It also limits the size of dross and skimmings pieces to 600 mm in any dimension. For users, this is a basic receiving check and a way to reduce contamination and handling problems.
Chemical composition
Clause 5.3 says the chemical composition shall be agreed between supplier and purchaser. The standard does not fix a single composition for all lots, so the parties must document the agreed chemistry for the scrap they trade.
Metal yield
Clause 5.4 sets a minimum metal yield of 30%, determined according to EN 13920-1 and related to the mass in the as-delivered condition. This gives both sides a measurable recovery target and a clear acceptance point for the lot.
Deviations, sampling and disputes
Clause 5.1 requires the supplier to notify the purchaser and obtain agreement before shipment if the scrap does not meet all requirements. Clause 6 sends classification, sampling and tests, treatment of non-conformities and arbitration back to EN 13920-1. In practice, EN 13920-1 is the document to follow when a lot has to be checked or disputed.
What terms does SIST EN 13920-16:2004 define?
SIST EN 13920-16:2004 uses the scrap terms from prEN 12258-3:2000 and EN 13920-1:2003, and it applies them to this scrap category.
- Skimmings - One of the scrap forms covered by this part, together with drosses and spills.
- Drosses - Another covered scrap form; the standard also covers metallics obtained from dry processing of drosses and skimmings.
- Spills - Aluminium scrap included in the scope of the standard.
- Metallics - Metallic material obtained by dry processing of drosses and skimmings.
- Metal yield - The metal content measure used for acceptance, determined according to EN 13920-1 and compared with the 30% minimum.
- Foreign material - Unwanted material such as refractories, stones, plastics and wood that the scrap should be free from.
- Consignment - The delivered lot for which the ordering information is defined.
Who uses SIST EN 13920-16:2004?
SIST EN 13920-16:2004 is used by suppliers, purchasers, quality staff and inspectors dealing with aluminium scrap. It is relevant in aluminium recycling, primary aluminium smelters, remelters and foundries, because the ordering information names those origins and the requirements focus on scrap handling, contamination control and recovery yield.
What changed in SIST EN 13920-16:2004 from the previous edition?
SIST EN 13920-16:2004 identifies EN 13920-16:2003 as the European standard adopted for Slovenia.
Which standards are used with SIST EN 13920-16:2004?
- prEN 12258-3:2000 - Provides the terms and definitions for scrap used by this part.
- EN 13920-1:2003 - Provides the general requirements, sampling and tests, and the rules for non-conformities and arbitration.
- EN 13920 series - The foreword lists Parts 1 to 16 as the family of aluminium and aluminium alloys scrap standards, each covering a different scrap category.
What does the SIST EN 13920-16:2004 document contain?
SIST EN 13920-16:2004 contains the scope, the referenced terminology and general scrap standard, and the ordering data that should be agreed before delivery. It then gives the specific condition limits for this scrap type, including cleanliness, piece size, chemical composition agreement and minimum metal yield. The document also points users back to EN 13920-1 for sampling, testing, non-conformities and arbitration, so the practical checking work is handled within the series framework.
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SIST EN 13920-16:2004 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Scrap - Part 16: Scrap consisting of skimmings, drosses, spills and metallics". This standard covers: This part of this European Standard specifies characteristics, chemical composition and metal yield of aluminium scrap consisting of skimmings, drosses and spills. It also applies to the metallic obtained by dry processing of drosses and skimmings. Full lots of dross fines with particle size smaller than 0,8 mm, or loft of drosses with a metal yield less than 30% are not within the scope of this Standard.
This part of this European Standard specifies characteristics, chemical composition and metal yield of aluminium scrap consisting of skimmings, drosses and spills. It also applies to the metallic obtained by dry processing of drosses and skimmings. Full lots of dross fines with particle size smaller than 0,8 mm, or loft of drosses with a metal yield less than 30% are not within the scope of this Standard.
SIST EN 13920-16:2004 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.030.50 - Recycling; 77.120.10 - Aluminium and aluminium alloys. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 13920-16:2004 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 12258-3:2004, SIST EN 13920-1:2004, SIST EN ISO 18777:2009, SIST EN ISO 17510-1:2009, SIST EN ISO 18779:2005, SIST EN ISO 18778:2009. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Aluminij in aluminijeve zlitine – Odpadni aluminij – 16. del: Livarniški odpadki (žlindra, posnemki, polivki)Aluminium und Aluminiumlegierungen - Schrott - Teil 16: Schrott aus Krätzen, Ausläufern und GröbenAluminium et alliages d'aluminium - Scrap (matieres premieres pour recyclage) - Partie 16: Crasses de fonderieAluminium and aluminium alloys - Scrap - Part 16: Scrap consisting of skimmings, drosses, spills and metallics77.120.10Aluminij in aluminijeve zlitineAluminium and aluminium alloys13.030.50RecikliranjeRecyclingICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 13920-16:2003SIST EN 13920-16:2004en01-januar-2004SIST EN 13920-16:2004SLOVENSKI
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EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 13920-16April 2003ICS 13.030.50; 77.120.10English versionAluminium and aluminium alloys - Scrap - Part 16: Scrapconsisting of skimmings, drosses, spills and metallicsAluminium et alliages d'aluminium - Scrap (matièrespremières pour recyclage) - Partie 16: Crasses de fonderieAluminium und Aluminiumlegierungen - Schrott - Teil 16:Schrott aus Krätzen, Ausläufern und GröbenThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 28 February 2003.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the Management Centre or to any CEN member.This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Management Centre has the same status as the officialversions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and UnitedKingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
B-1050 Brussels© 2003 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 13920-16:2003 ESIST EN 13920-16:2004
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