EN 1444:2000
(Main)Fibre-cement pipelines - Guide for laying and on-site work practices
Fibre-cement pipelines - Guide for laying and on-site work practices
This draft European Standard, applies to both types of fibre-cement pipes AT and NT as defined in EN 512:1994, gives installation recommendations for this pipelines in above or below ground situations. It complements the general principles for all types of water supply systems specified in EN 805:2000, "Water supply - Requirements for systems and components outside buildings", and should be used in conjunction with that standard. This standard gives guidance in on-site working methods and in the selection and use of approved tools for cutting and machining fibre-cement pipes. This standard does not cover the following : a) installation by thrust boring and pipe jacking methods which require the use of highly specialized techniques ; b) problems caused by the use of special installations procedures (e.g. removal of pile sheeting in very deep trenches, etc.).
Faserzement-Rohrleitungen - Hinweise für die Verlegung und für die bauseitige Bearbeitung
Dieser Europäische Norm-Entwurf gilt für die beiden in EN 512 : 1994 definierten Arten von Faserzementrohren, AT und NT; er enthält Empfehlungen für die ober- und unterirdische Verlegung dieser Rohrleitungen. Dieser Norm-Ent-wurf ergänzt die allgemeinen Prinzipien für alle Arten von Wasserversorgungssystemen, die in prEN 805 "Wasserversorgung - Anforderungen an Wasserversorgungssysteme und deren Bauteile außerhalb von Gebäuden" festgelegt sind und sollte in Verbindung mit dieser Norm angewendet werden. Diese Norm gibt Anleitungen für bauseitige Bearbeitungsverfahren und für Auswahl und Anwendung geeigneter Werkzeuge zum Trennen und spanenden Bearbeiten von Faserzementrohren. Nicht erfaßt werden a) Verlegung durch Preßbohren und unter Druckanwendung, die hochspezialisierte Verfahrenstechniken er-fordern; b) Probleme durch Anwendung besonderer Verlegeverfahren (z. B. Rückbau des Verbaus aus sehr tiefen Gräben usw.).
Conduites en fibres-ciment - Guide pour la pose et le travail sur chantier
Le présent projet de Norme européenne s'applique aux deux types de conduites en fibres-ciment AT et NT tels que définis dans l'EN 512 : 1994, et donne des recommandations pour l'installation de ces conduites posées en élévation ou enterrées. Il complète les principes généraux pour tous types de systèmes d'alimentation en eau, spécifiés dans l'EN 805 :2000, "Alimentation en eau - Prescriptions pour les réseaux extérieurs aux bâtiments et leurs composants", et il convient qu'il soit utilisé conjointement avec cette norme. Cette norme donne des indications sur les méthodes de travail sur chantier et sur la sélection et l'utilisation d'outils agréés pour la coupe et l'usinage des tuyaux en fibres-ciment. Cette norme ne couvre pas les sujets suivants : a) pose par fonçage et sous fourreau qui demandent l'utilisation de techniques hautement spécialisées ; b) problèmes posés par l'utilisation de techniques de pose spéciales (par exemple, enlèvement de palplanches en tranchées très profondes, etc.).
Vlaknatocementni cevovodi - Smernica za polaganje in delo na terenu
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 12-Dec-2000
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 164 - Water supply
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 164/WG 6 - Fibre cement pipes
- Current Stage
- 9060 - Closure of 2 Year Review Enquiry - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 02-Dec-2024
- Completion Date
- 02-Dec-2024
Relations
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
Overview
EN 1444:2000 - Fibre-cement pipelines - Guide for laying and on-site work practices is a CEN European Standard that provides practical installation recommendations for fibre-cement pipes of types AT and NT (as defined in EN 512:1994). The standard addresses best practices for laying fibre-cement pipelines in both above-ground and below-ground situations and gives guidance on on-site working methods, including the selection and use of approved tools for cutting and machining fibre-cement pipes. EN 1444 complements the general principles for water distribution systems set out in EN 805:2000 and should be used together with that standard.
Key Topics
- Scope and applicability
- Applies to fibre-cement pipe types AT and NT (EN 512).
- Intended for typical above- and below-ground installations.
- On-site working practices
- Recommendations for safe handling, site preparation and coordinated on-site workflows.
- Cutting and machining
- Guidance on approved tools and methods for cutting, sawing and machining fibre-cement materials to avoid damage and health risks.
- Tool selection and use
- Criteria for choosing appropriate cutting/machining tools and protective measures.
- Complementary standards
- Use in conjunction with EN 805:2000 (water supply systems) and EN 512.
- Exclusions
- Does not cover highly specialized installation techniques such as thrust boring and pipe jacking, nor very specialized procedures (e.g., removal of pile sheeting in very deep trenches).
Applications
Who uses EN 1444 and why:
- Water utilities and municipal engineers - to specify and verify proper installation of fibre-cement mains and service pipes.
- Civil construction contractors and pipeline installers - for safe, damage-minimizing on-site practices and correct cutting/machining procedures.
- Design engineers and specifiers - to reference installation recommendations when designing distribution systems that include fibre-cement pipelines.
- Procurement and quality managers - to ensure conformity with European guidance for long-term pipeline performance.
Benefits and practical value:
- Reduces installation-related damage and service failures.
- Improves worker safety through recommended tool use and work methods.
- Ensures compatibility with broader water supply system requirements (EN 805).
Related Standards
- EN 805:2000 - Water supply - Requirements for systems and components outside buildings (complements EN 1444)
- EN 512:1994 - Definitions and requirements for fibre-cement pipe types AT and NT
Keywords: EN 1444, fibre-cement pipelines, fibre-cement pipes, installation recommendations, on-site work practices, cutting and machining, EN 805, EN 512, pipe installation, water supply systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 1444:2000 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Fibre-cement pipelines - Guide for laying and on-site work practices". This standard covers: This draft European Standard, applies to both types of fibre-cement pipes AT and NT as defined in EN 512:1994, gives installation recommendations for this pipelines in above or below ground situations. It complements the general principles for all types of water supply systems specified in EN 805:2000, "Water supply - Requirements for systems and components outside buildings", and should be used in conjunction with that standard. This standard gives guidance in on-site working methods and in the selection and use of approved tools for cutting and machining fibre-cement pipes. This standard does not cover the following : a) installation by thrust boring and pipe jacking methods which require the use of highly specialized techniques ; b) problems caused by the use of special installations procedures (e.g. removal of pile sheeting in very deep trenches, etc.).
This draft European Standard, applies to both types of fibre-cement pipes AT and NT as defined in EN 512:1994, gives installation recommendations for this pipelines in above or below ground situations. It complements the general principles for all types of water supply systems specified in EN 805:2000, "Water supply - Requirements for systems and components outside buildings", and should be used in conjunction with that standard. This standard gives guidance in on-site working methods and in the selection and use of approved tools for cutting and machining fibre-cement pipes. This standard does not cover the following : a) installation by thrust boring and pipe jacking methods which require the use of highly specialized techniques ; b) problems caused by the use of special installations procedures (e.g. removal of pile sheeting in very deep trenches, etc.).
EN 1444:2000 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 23.040.50 - Pipes and fittings of other materials. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 1444:2000 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 1295-1:2019. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 1444:2000 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 93/38/EEC; Standardization Mandates: M/BC/CEN/88/15. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Vlaknatocementni cevovodi - Smernica za polaganje in delo na terenuFaserzement-Rohrleitungen - Hinweise für die Verlegung und für die bauseitige BearbeitungConduites en fibres-ciment - Guide pour la pose et le travail sur chantierFibre-cement pipelines - Guide for laying and on-site work practices91.100.40YODNQLProducts in fibre-reinforced cement23.040.50Cevi in fitingi iz drugih materialovPipes and fittings of other materialsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 1444:2000SIST EN 1444:2001en01-december-2001SIST EN 1444:2001SLOVENSKI
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