M/128 - CPD: Concrete, mortar & grout

This document specifies the scheme for the assessment and verification of constancy of performance (AVCP) of ground granulated blast furnace slag, including certification of constancy of performance.
The document provides technical rules for the factory production control, further testing of samples taken at the manufacturing plant (autocontrol testing) and the assessment of the performance of the ground granulated blast furnace slag, initial inspection of the manufacturing plant and of the factory production control and audit testing of samples. It also provides rules for actions to be followed in the event of non-conformity and the requirement for depots.
This document is linked with the European Standard covering ground granulated blast furnace slag, i.e. EN 15167-1:2006.

This document specifies the scheme for the assessment and verification of constancy of performance (AVCP) of ground granulated blast furnace slag, including certification of constancy of performance.
The document provides technical rules for the factory production control, further testing of samples taken at the manufacturing plant (autocontrol testing) and the assessment of the performance of the ground granulated blast furnace slag, initial inspection of the manufacturing plant and of the factory production control and audit testing of samples. It also provides rules for actions to be followed in the event of non-conformity and the requirement for depots.
This document is linked with the European Standard covering ground granulated blast furnace slag, i.e. EN 15167-1:2006.

This document specifies the procedure for determining the slump-flow and t500 time for self-compacting concrete.
The test is suitable for specimens having a declared value of D of the coarsest fraction of aggregates actually used in the concrete (Dmax) not greater than 40 mm.

This document specifies the procedures for sampling and for the assessment and verification of the constancy of performance (AVCP) for admixtures covered by the series EN 934.

This document specifies the procedure for determining the slump-flow and t500 time for self-compacting concrete.
The test is suitable for specimens having a declared value of D of the coarsest fraction of aggregates actually used in the concrete (Dmax) not greater than 40 mm.

This document specifies the procedures for sampling and for the assessment and verification of the constancy of performance (AVCP) for admixtures covered by the series EN 934.

This European Standard specifies the composition, characteristics and preparation procedure for reference concrete substrates which are to be used in the test methods to measure performance requirements of products and systems for the repair and protection of concrete structures.
The provisions of this standard are applicable to concrete with a maximum aggregate size of 16 mm or 20 mm or with a maximum aggregate size of 8 mm or 10 mm.

This Part of EN 1504 specifies procedures for sampling, quality control, assessment and verification of the constancy of performance (AVCP) including marking and labelling of products and systems for the protection and repair of concrete according to EN 1504 2 to EN 1504-7.

This European Standard applies to the silica-calcium fume (SCF) which is a by-product of the carbothermal process used to produce silica-calcium alloys.
This European Standard gives requirements for chemical and physical properties for SCF to be used as a type II addition in concrete conforming to EN 206, or in mortars, grouts and other mixes. This European Standard also states conformity criteria and related rules.
This European Standard does not give rules for the use of SCF in concrete. Some general rules for the use of type II additions are given in EN 206.
NOTE   Supplementary rules related to the use of SCF in concrete may be given in non-conflicting national standards for concrete.

This European Standard specifies the composition, characteristics and preparation procedure for reference concrete substrates which are to be used in the test methods to measure performance requirements of products and systems for the repair and protection of concrete structures.
The provisions of this standard are applicable to concrete with a maximum aggregate size of 16 mm or 20 mm or with a maximum aggregate size of 8 mm or 10 mm.

This Part of EN 1504 specifies procedures for sampling, quality control, assessment and verification of the constancy of performance (AVCP) including marking and labelling of products and systems for the protection and repair of concrete according to EN 1504 2 to EN 1504-7.

This European Standard applies to the silica-calcium fume (SCF) which is a by-product of the carbothermal process used to produce silica-calcium alloys.
This European Standard gives requirements for chemical and physical properties for SCF to be used as a type II addition in concrete conforming to EN 206, or in mortars, grouts and other mixes. This European Standard also states conformity criteria and related rules.
This European Standard does not give rules for the use of SCF in concrete. Some general rules for the use of type II additions are given in EN 206.
NOTE   Supplementary rules related to the use of SCF in concrete may be given in non-conflicting national standards for concrete.

This European Standard specifies the requirements and the methods of test for pigments for use in the colouring of building materials based on cement and cement/lime combinations.
Pigments covered by this European Standard may also be used in pure lime mortar. For this application, see EN 459 1 and EN 459 2.
Pigments for this purpose may be single pigments, blends of pigments, or blends of pigments and extenders, in powder or granular form, or aqueous preparations.
Pigments typically belong to one of the following classes of compounds:
-   synthetic or natural oxides and hydroxides of iron;
-   oxides of chromium, titanium and manganese;
-   complex inorganic pigments, for example combinations of the above mentioned metal oxides and hydroxides with cobalt, aluminium, nickel and antimony oxides and hydroxides;
-   ultramarine pigments;
-   phthalocyanine blue and green;
-   elemental carbon (shall be regarded as an inorganic pigment);
-   blends of the above materials (which may also include extenders).

This European Standard specifies the requirements and the methods of test for pigments for use in the colouring of building materials based on cement and cement/lime combinations.
Pigments covered by this European Standard may also be used in pure lime mortar. For this application, see EN 459 1 and EN 459 2.
Pigments for this purpose may be single pigments, blends of pigments, or blends of pigments and extenders, in powder or granular form, or aqueous preparations.
Pigments typically belong to one of the following classes of compounds:
-   synthetic or natural oxides and hydroxides of iron;
-   oxides of chromium, titanium and manganese;
-   complex inorganic pigments, for example combinations of the above mentioned metal oxides and hydroxides with cobalt, aluminium, nickel and antimony oxides and hydroxides;
-   ultramarine pigments;
-   phthalocyanine blue and green;
-   elemental carbon (shall be regarded as an inorganic pigment);
-   blends of the above materials (which may also include extenders).

This European Standard specifies requirements and conformity criteria for the identification, performance (including durability aspects) and safety of injection products for the repair and protection of concrete structures, used for:
-   force transmitting filling of cracks, voids and interstices in concrete (category F, see 3.1);
-   ductile filling of cracks, voids and interstices in concrete (category D, see 3.1);
-   swelling fitted filling of cracks, voids and interstices in concrete (category S, see 3.1).
The performance requirements in this part of this document may not be applicable to highly specialised applications in extreme environmental conditions, e.g. cryogenic use, nor do they cover specialised circumstances such as accidental impact, e.g. due to traffic or ice, or earthquake loading, where specific performance requirements will apply.
This European Standard does not cover:
-   the treatment of cracks by widening them and sealing them with an elastomeric sealing compound;
-   external filling of cavities, that is, the placement of product outside the structure (generally within the surrounding foundation soils, or at the interface between the structure and the soil); this is covered by EN 12715 [2], under contact grouting;
-   preliminary injection works, if necessary, to temporarily stop water passage during waterproofing injection.

This European Standard specifies requirements and conformity criteria for the identification, performance (including durability aspects) and safety of injection products for the repair and protection of concrete structures, used for:
-   force transmitting filling of cracks, voids and interstices in concrete (category F, see 3.1);
-   ductile filling of cracks, voids and interstices in concrete (category D, see 3.1);
-   swelling fitted filling of cracks, voids and interstices in concrete (category S, see 3.1).
The performance requirements in this part of this document may not be applicable to highly specialised applications in extreme environmental conditions, e.g. cryogenic use, nor do they cover specialised circumstances such as accidental impact, e.g. due to traffic or ice, or earthquake loading, where specific performance requirements will apply.
This European Standard does not cover:
-   the treatment of cracks by widening them and sealing them with an elastomeric sealing compound;
-   external filling of cavities, that is, the placement of product outside the structure (generally within the surrounding foundation soils, or at the interface between the structure and the soil); this is covered by EN 12715 [2], under contact grouting;
-   preliminary injection works, if necessary, to temporarily stop water passage during waterproofing injection.

This European Standard defines and gives the specifications of 27 distinct common cements, 7 sulfate resisting common cements as well as 3 distinct low early strength blast furnace cements and 2 sulfate resisting low early strength blast furnace cements and their constituents. The definition of each cement includes the proportions in which the constituents are to be combined to produce these distinct products in a range of nine strength classes. The definition also includes requirements which the constituents have to meet. It also includes mechanical, physical, and chemical requirements. Furthermore, this standard states the conformity criteria and the related rules. Necessary durability requirements are also given.
In addition to those sulfate resisting cements defined in the present document, other cements conforming either to this standard or to other standards, European or national, have been nationally demonstrated to have sulfate resisting properties. These cements which are listed in Annex A, are considered by different CEN Member countries as sulfate resisting within the limits of their territory.
NOTE 1   In addition to the specified requirements, an exchange of additional information between the cement manufacturer and user can be helpful. The procedures for such an exchange are not within the scope of this standard but should be dealt with in accordance with national standards or regulations or can be agreed between the parties concerned.
NOTE 2   The word "cement" in EN 197-1 is used to refer only to common cements unless otherwise specified.
This European Standard does not cover:
-   very low heat special cement covered by EN 14216;
-   supersulfated cement covered by EN 15743;
-   calcium aluminate cement covered by EN 14647;
masonry cement covered by EN 413-1.

This European Standard specifies requirements for the chemical and physical properties as well as quality control procedures for siliceous fly ash, as defined in 3.2, for use as a type II addition for production of concrete conforming to EN 206-1. Fly ash according to this document may also be used in mortars and grouts.
Fly ash produced with other types or higher percentages of co-combustion materials than those provided for in Clause 4 is outside the scope of this European Standard.
It is beyond the scope of this European Standard to specify provisions governing the practical application of fly ash in the production of concrete, i.e. requirements concerning composition, mixing, placing, curing etc. of concrete containing fly ash. Regarding such provisions, reference should be made to other European or national standards for concrete, such as EN 206-1.

This European Standard specifies definitions and requirements for admixtures for use in concrete.
It covers admixtures for plain, reinforced and prestressed concrete which are used in site mixed, ready mixed concrete and precast concrete.
The performance requirements in this standard apply to admixtures used in concrete of normal consistence. They may not be applicable to admixtures intended for other types of concrete such as semi dry and earth moist mixes.
Provisions governing the practical application of admixtures in the production of concrete, i.e. requirements concerning composition, mixing, placing, curing etc. of concrete containing admixtures are not part of this standard.

This European Standard defines and specifies the requirements and conformity criteria for admixtures for use in cement based masonry mortar.
It covers two types of admixtures, long term retarding and air entraining/plasticising which are used in ready-mixed and site made masonry mortars.
Provisions for the use of admixtures for masonry mortar are not part of this European Standard but are covered by EN 998-1 and EN 998-2.

This European Standard specifies the common requirements for all admixtures covered by EN 934-2, EN 934-3, EN 934-4 and EN 934-5, which contain the specific requirements for each type of admixture.
The requirements for corrosion behaviour are not applicable to chloride based admixtures.

This European Standard specifies requirements for the chemical and physical properties as well as quality control procedures for siliceous fly ash, as defined in 3.2, for use as a type II addition for production of concrete conforming to EN 206-1. Fly ash according to this document may also be used in mortars and grouts.
Fly ash produced with other types or higher percentages of co-combustion materials than those provided for in Clause 4 is outside the scope of this European Standard.
It is beyond the scope of this European Standard to specify provisions governing the practical application of fly ash in the production of concrete, i.e. requirements concerning composition, mixing, placing, curing etc. of concrete containing fly ash. Regarding such provisions, reference should be made to other European or national standards for concrete, such as EN 206-1.

This European Standard defines and specifies the requirements and conformity criteria for admixtures for use in cement based masonry mortar.
It covers two types of admixtures, long term retarding and air entraining/plasticising which are used in ready-mixed and site made masonry mortars.
Provisions for the use of admixtures for masonry mortar are not part of this European Standard but are covered by EN 998-1 and EN 998-2.

This European Standard specifies definitions and requirements for admixtures for use in concrete.
It covers admixtures for plain, reinforced and prestressed concrete which are used in site mixed, ready mixed concrete and precast concrete.
The performance requirements in this standard apply to admixtures used in concrete of normal consistence. They may not be applicable to admixtures intended for other types of concrete such as semi dry and earth moist mixes.
Provisions governing the practical application of admixtures in the production of concrete, i.e. requirements concerning composition, mixing, placing, curing etc. of concrete containing admixtures are not part of this standard.

This European Standard defines and gives the specifications of 27 distinct common cements, 7 sulfate resisting common cements as well as 3 distinct low early strength blast furnace cements and 2 sulfate resisting low early strength blast furnace cements and their constituents. The definition of each cement includes the proportions in which the constituents are to be combined to produce these distinct products in a range of nine strength classes. The definition also includes requirements which the constituents have to meet. It also includes mechanical, physical, and chemical requirements. Furthermore, this standard states the conformity criteria and the related rules. Necessary durability requirements are also given.
In addition to those sulfate resisting cements defined in the present document, other cements conforming either to this standard or to other standards, European or national, have been nationally demonstrated to have sulfate resisting properties. These cements which are listed in Annex A, are considered by different CEN Member countries as sulfate resisting within the limits of their territory.
NOTE 1   In addition to the specified requirements, an exchange of additional information between the cement manufacturer and user can be helpful. The procedures for such an exchange are not within the scope of this standard but should be dealt with in accordance with national standards or regulations or can be agreed between the parties concerned.
NOTE 2   The word "cement" in EN 197-1 is used to refer only to common cements unless otherwise specified.
This European Standard does not cover:
-   very low heat special cement covered by EN 14216;
-   supersulfated cement covered by EN 15743;
-   calcium aluminate cement covered by EN 14647;
masonry cement covered by EN 413-1.

This European Standard specifies the procedure for determining the passing ability ratio for self-compacting concrete using the L box test.

This European Standard specifies the procedure for determining the sieve segregation resistance of self-compacting concrete.
NOTE   This test is not applicable to concrete containing fibres or lightweight aggregate.

This European Standard specifies the procedure for determining the V-funnel flow time for self-compacting concrete.  The test is not suitable when the maximum size of the aggregate exceeds 22,4 mm.

This European Standard specifies the procedure for determining the passing ability (measured by the blocking step), the flow spread and t500J flow time of self-compacting concrete as the concrete flows through the J-ring.
The test is not suitable when the maximum size of aggregate exceeds 40 mm.
NOTE   In respect to the relationship between aggregate size and bar spacing, the test is intended to assess the passing ability of the concrete proposed with the bar spacing typically in the works. If the concrete blocks then the aggregate size could be too large for the particular application.

This European Standard specifies the procedure for determining the passing ability ratio for self-compacting concrete using the L box test.

This European Standard specifies the procedure for determining the passing ability (measured by the blocking step), the flow spread and t500J flow time of self-compacting concrete as the concrete flows through the J-ring.
The test is not suitable when the maximum size of aggregate exceeds 40 mm.
NOTE   In respect to the relationship between aggregate size and bar spacing, the test is intended to assess the passing ability of the concrete proposed with the bar spacing typically in the works. If the concrete blocks then the aggregate size could be too large for the particular application.

This European Standard specifies the procedure for determining the sieve segregation resistance of self-compacting concrete.
NOTE   This test is not applicable to concrete containing fibres or lightweight aggregate.

This European Standard specifies the procedure for determining the V-funnel flow time for self-compacting concrete.  The test is not suitable when the maximum size of the aggregate exceeds 22,4 mm.

(1)   This European Standard gives common requirements for execution of concrete structures, it applies to both in-situ works and construction using prefabricated concrete elements.
(2)   This standard expects the execution specification to state all the specific requirements relevant to the particular structure.
(3)   This standard is applicable to permanent as well as temporary concrete structures.
(4)   Additional or different requirements should be considered and, if required, given in the execution specification when using:
a)   lightweight aggregate concrete;
b)   other materials (e.g. fibres) or constituent materials;
c)   special technologies/innovative designs.
(5)   This standard does not apply to concrete members used only as equipment or construction aids for the execution.
(6)   This standard does not cover the specification, production and conformity of concrete.
(7)   This standard is not applicable to the production of precast concrete elements made in accordance with product standards.
(8)   This standard does not cover safety and health aspects of execution, or third party safety requirements.
(9)   This standard does not cover contractual issues or responsibilities for the identified actions.

(1)   This European Standard gives common requirements for execution of concrete structures, it applies to both in-situ works and construction using prefabricated concrete elements.
(2)   This standard expects the execution specification to state all the specific requirements relevant to the particular structure.
(3)   This standard is applicable to permanent as well as temporary concrete structures.
(4)   Additional or different requirements should be considered and, if required, given in the execution specification when using:
a)   lightweight aggregate concrete;
b)   other materials (e.g. fibres) or constituent materials;
c)   special technologies/innovative designs.
(5)   This standard does not apply to concrete members used only as equipment or construction aids for the execution.
(6)   This standard does not cover the specification, production and conformity of concrete.
(7)   This standard is not applicable to the production of precast concrete elements made in accordance with product standards.
(8)   This standard does not cover safety and health aspects of execution, or third party safety requirements.
(9)   This standard does not cover contractual issues or responsibilities for the identified actions.

This draft European Standard describes methods for determining water soluble halogens (except fluorides) in admixtures.
The total water soluble halogen content is expressed as the chloride content.

This European Standard defines and specifies requirements and conformity criteria for admixtures for the use in grouts for prestressing tendons according to EN 447. It covers admixtures for use in site ) mixed grout only.
Provisions for the use of grout admixtures are not part of this standard but are covered by EN 447.

This European Standard defines and specifies requirements and conformity for admixtures specifically intended for use in sprayed concrete.
The types of admixtures covered are:
   set accelerating and non-alkaline set accelerating admixtures;
   consistence control admixtures;
   bond improving admixtures.
Provisions governing the practical application of these admixtures in the production of sprayed concrete are not part of this European Standard.

This draft European Standard describes methods for determining water soluble halogens (except fluorides) in admixtures.
The total water soluble halogen content is expressed as the chloride content.

This European Standard defines and specifies requirements and conformity criteria for admixtures for the use in grouts for prestressing tendons according to EN 447. It covers admixtures for use in site ) mixed grout only.
Provisions for the use of grout admixtures are not part of this standard but are covered by EN 447.

This European Standard applies to the silica fume which is a by-product of the smelting process used to produce silicon metal and ferro-silicon alloys.
This part of EN 13263 gives requirements for chemical and physical properties for silica fume to be used as a type II addition in concrete conforming to EN 206-1, or in mortars, grouts and other mixes. This part of EN 13263 also states conformity criteria and related rules.
EN 13263 does not give rules for the use of silica fume in concrete. Some rules are given in EN 206-1.
NOTE 1   Supplementary rules related to the use of silica fume in concrete may be given in non conflicting national standards for concrete.
NOTE 2   EN 206-1 (5.2.5.1 in the 2000 edition) provides conditions for national acceptance of silica fumes coming from calcium silicon alloys production or other silica fumes, not conforming completely to EN 13263, as type II additions for use in concrete.

This part of EN 13263 specifies the scheme for the evaluation of conformity of silica fume to EN 13263-1, including certification of conformity by a certification body.
This European Standard provides technical rules for production control by the manufacturer, including autocontrol testing of samples, and for the tasks of the certification body. It also provides rules for actions to be followed in the event of non-conformity and the procedure for the certification of conformity.

This European Standard applies to the silica fume which is a by-product of the smelting process used to produce silicon metal and ferro-silicon alloys.
This part of EN 13263 gives requirements for chemical and physical properties for silica fume to be used as a type II addition in concrete conforming to EN 206-1, or in mortars, grouts and other mixes. This part of EN 13263 also states conformity criteria and related rules.
EN 13263 does not give rules for the use of silica fume in concrete. Some rules are given in EN 206-1.
NOTE 1   Supplementary rules related to the use of silica fume in concrete may be given in non conflicting national standards for concrete.
NOTE 2   EN 206-1 (5.2.5.1 in the 2000 edition) provides conditions for national acceptance of silica fumes coming from calcium silicon alloys production or other silica fumes, not conforming completely to EN 13263, as type II additions for use in concrete.

This part of EN 13263 specifies the scheme for the evaluation of conformity of silica fume to EN 13263-1, including certification of conformity by a certification body.
This European Standard provides technical rules for production control by the manufacturer, including autocontrol testing of samples, and for the tasks of the certification body. It also provides rules for actions to be followed in the event of non-conformity and the procedure for the certification of conformity.

This Part of EN 1504 specifies requirements for the identification and the performance (including durability aspects) of products and systems for active and barrier coatings for protection of existing uncoated steel reinforcement and embedded steel in concrete structures under repair.
This standard does not cover products for corrosion protection of pre-stressing steels and stainless steels.

This European Standard specifies a method for determining the corrosion protection performance of corrosion protection products or systems, as defined in EN 1504 7.

This European Standard specifies requirements for the identification, performance (including durability) and safety of products and systems to be used for the structural and non-structural repair of concrete structures.
This European Standard covers repair mortars and concretes, possibly used in conjunction with other products and systems, to restore and/or to replace defective concrete and to protect reinforcement, necessary to extend the service life of a concrete structure exhibiting deterioration. The fields of application covered are in accordance with ENV 1504-9 as follows:

This European Standard defines terms relating to products and systems for repair, for use in maintenance and protection, restoration and strengthening of concrete structures.

This Part 4 of EN 1504 specifies requirements for the identification, performance (including durability) and safety of structural bonding products and systems to be used for the structural bonding of strengthening materials to an existing concrete structure, including:
1)   The bonding of external plates of steel or other suitable materials (e.g. fibre reinforced composites) to the surface of a concrete structure for strengthening purposes, including the laminating of plates in such applications.
2)   The bonding of hardened concrete to hardened concrete, typically associated with the use of precast units in repair and strengthening.
3)   The casting of fresh concrete to hardened concrete using an adhesive bonded joint where it forms a part of the structure and is required to act compositely.
The performance requirements in this Part of this Standard may not be applicable to highly specialised applications in extreme environmental conditions, e.g. cryogenic use, nor do they cover specialised circumstances such as accidental impact, e.g. due to traffic or ice, or earthquake loading where specific performance requirements will apply.

This European Standard specifies the composition and characteristics of reference concretes used to evaluate the performance of fibres in concrete.
The purpose of the reference concrete is to determine the general suitability of a fibre for use in concrete.
NOTE   The end user needs to satisfy themselves about the effectiveness of the fibre in their own concrete.