EN ISO 22074-6:2024
(Main)Railway infrastructure - Rail fastening systems - Part 6: Test method for resistance to severe environmental conditions (ISO 22074-6:2021)
Railway infrastructure - Rail fastening systems - Part 6: Test method for resistance to severe environmental conditions (ISO 22074-6:2021)
This document specifies a laboratory test procedure for finding the effect of exposure to severe environmental conditions on the fastening system.
This test procedure applies to a complete fastening assembly including embedded rail with mechanical fastenings. It is not applicable to embedded rail systems relying on adhesive components to secure the rail.
Bahninfrastruktur - Schienenbefestigungssysteme - Teil 6: Prüfverfahren für die Beständigkeit gegen extreme Umwelteinflüsse (ISO 22074-6:2021)
Infrastructure ferroviaire - Systèmes de fixation du rail - Partie 6: Méthode d'essai pour la détermination de résistance aux conditions environnementales sévères (ISO 22074-6:2021)
Le présent document spécifie une procédure d'essai en laboratoire pour déterminer l'effet de l'exposition à des conditions environnementales sévères sur le système de fixation.
Cette procédure d'essai s'applique à un système de fixation complet, y compris un rail enrobé avec fixations mécaniques. Elle ne s'applique pas aux systèmes de rails enrobés qui s'appuient sur des composants adhésifs pour fixer le rail.
Železniška infrastruktura - Sistemi za pritrjevanje tirnic - 6. del: Preskusna metoda za odpornost na izredne okoljske razmere (ISO 22074-6:2021)
Ta dokument določa laboratorijski preskusni postopek za ugotavljanje učinka izpostavljenosti izrednim okoljskim razmeram na pritrdilni sistem.
Ta preskusni postopek se uporablja za celoten pritrdilni sestav, vključno z vgrajeno tirnico z mehanskim pritrjevanjem. Ne uporablja se za sisteme za vgrajene tirnice, ki uporabljajo lepilne komponente za pritrjevanje tirnice.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 26-Mar-2024
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 256 - Railway applications
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 256/SC 1/WG 17 - Fastening systems
- Current Stage
- 6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
- Start Date
- 27-Mar-2024
- Due Date
- 24-Nov-2025
- Completion Date
- 27-Mar-2024
Relations
- Effective Date
- 17-Dec-2025
- Effective Date
- 09-Feb-2026
- Refers
EN ISO 18064:2022 - Thermoplastic elastomers - Nomenclature and abbreviated terms (ISO 18064:2022) - Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Referred By
EN 13232-5:2005+A1:2011 - Railway applications - Track - Switches and crossings - Part 5: Switches - Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
Overview
EN ISO 22074-6:2024 is an international standard developed by CEN and ISO that specifies a laboratory test method for assessing the resistance of rail fastening systems to severe environmental conditions. Designed for railway infrastructure, this standard applies to complete fastening assemblies that include embedded rail with mechanical fastenings, and specifically excludes systems relying on adhesives for securing the rail. The procedure's main goal is to ensure that fastening systems maintain functionality and integrity after prolonged exposure to harsh environments, such as those involving corrosion from salt spray.
Key Topics
- Rail Fastening Systems: The focus is on the durability of mechanical fastening assemblies critical for the stability and safety of rail infrastructure.
- Severe Environmental Conditions: The test simulates aggressive exposure scenarios, particularly salt spray, which is a primary contributor to corrosion in railway components.
- Test Procedure: The standard outlines detailed steps for preparing, exposing, dismantling, and reassembling the fastening system after environmental exposure.
- Evaluation and Reporting: Emphasis is placed on visual inspections, ease of disassembly and reassembly, and comprehensive documentation of test results.
Applications
EN ISO 22074-6:2024 is highly relevant for professionals and organizations involved in railway engineering, maintenance, and manufacturing, offering them a robust framework for:
- Quality Assurance: Ensuring that rail fastening systems can maintain mechanical performance in regions with extreme weather, coastal climates, or high salinity exposure.
- Product Development: Enabling manufacturers to design and validate fastenings that comply with international durability standards for railway equipment.
- Infrastructure Safety: Supporting railway operators in selecting fastening technologies that enhance the reliability and longevity of rail tracks, thus reducing the risk of failures and service interruptions.
- Procurement and Specification: Providing railway authorities and contractors with a technical benchmark for purchasing and specifying compliant fastening systems for new or upgraded track projects.
The test is especially critical for new installations in challenging environments and for periodic review of existing systems, ensuring continued compliance and safety.
Related Standards
EN ISO 22074-6:2024 is part of a broader series of standards pertaining to rail fastening systems and environmental testing, including:
- ISO 22074-1: Railway infrastructure - Rail fastening systems - Vocabulary
- ISO 9227: Corrosion tests in artificial atmospheres - Salt spray tests
These related standards provide essential terminology, additional testing methodologies, and technical guidance, ensuring a holistic approach to rail component durability and standardization.
Practical Value
By following EN ISO 22074-6:2024, railway stakeholders can:
- Demonstrate compliance with international requirements for resilience to environmental stressors.
- Reduce maintenance costs by adopting components tested for long-term performance under severe conditions.
- Enhance infrastructure reliability through scientifically validated test results that inform design and maintenance decisions.
- Align with procurement best practices by referencing widely accepted standards in technical specifications and contracts.
This standard is indispensable for ensuring the safety, durability, and operational efficiency of railway systems exposed to challenging environmental factors. Adopting EN ISO 22074-6:2024 helps build robust, future-proof rail networks that meet the expectations of modern transportation stakeholders.
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN ISO 22074-6:2024 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Railway infrastructure - Rail fastening systems - Part 6: Test method for resistance to severe environmental conditions (ISO 22074-6:2021)". This standard covers: This document specifies a laboratory test procedure for finding the effect of exposure to severe environmental conditions on the fastening system. This test procedure applies to a complete fastening assembly including embedded rail with mechanical fastenings. It is not applicable to embedded rail systems relying on adhesive components to secure the rail.
This document specifies a laboratory test procedure for finding the effect of exposure to severe environmental conditions on the fastening system. This test procedure applies to a complete fastening assembly including embedded rail with mechanical fastenings. It is not applicable to embedded rail systems relying on adhesive components to secure the rail.
EN ISO 22074-6:2024 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 45.080 - Rails and railway components. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN ISO 22074-6:2024 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 13146-6:2012, ISO 9227:2022, EN ISO 18064:2022, EN 13232-6:2005+A1:2011, EN 16431:2014, EN 13232-7:2006+A1:2011, EN 13481-8:2006, EN 13232-5:2005+A1:2011. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN ISO 22074-6:2024 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.
Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-maj-2024
Železniška infrastruktura - Sistemi za pritrjevanje tirnic - 6. del: Preskusna metoda
za odpornost na izredne okoljske razmere (ISO 22074-6:2021)
Railway infrastructure - Rail fastening systems - Part 6: Test method for resistance to
severe environmental conditions (ISO 22074-6:2021)
Bahninfrastruktur - Schienenbefestigungssysteme - Teil 6: Prüfverfahren für die
Beständigkeit gegen extreme Umwelteinflüsse (ISO 22074-6:2021)
Infrastructure ferroviaire - Systèmes de fixation du rail - Partie 6: Méthode d'essai pour la
détermination de résistance aux conditions environnementales sévères (ISO 22074-
6:2021)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 22074-6:2024
ICS:
45.080 Tračnice in železniški deli Rails and railway
components
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EN ISO 22074-6
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
March 2024
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 45.080
English Version
Railway infrastructure - Rail fastening systems - Part 6:
Test method for resistance to severe environmental
conditions (ISO 22074-6:2021)
Infrastructure ferroviaire - Systèmes de fixation du rail Bahninfrastruktur - Schienenbefestigungssysteme -
- Partie 6: Méthode d'essai pour la détermination de Teil 6: Prüfverfahren für die Beständigkeit gegen
résistance aux conditions environnementales sévères extreme Umwelteinflüsse (ISO 22074-6:2021)
(ISO 22074-6:2021)
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European foreword . 3
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The text of ISO 22074-6:2021 has been approved by CEN as EN ISO 22074-6:2024 without any
modification.
INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 22074-6
First edition
2021-03
Railway infrastructure — Rail
fastening systems —
Part 6:
Test method for resistance to severe
environmental conditions
Infrastructure ferroviaire — Systèmes de fixation du rail —
Partie 6: Méthode d'essai pour la détermination de résistance aux
conditions environnementales sévères
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