EN 12642:2016
(Main)Securing of cargo on road vehicles - Body structure of commercial vehicles - Minimum requirements
Securing of cargo on road vehicles - Body structure of commercial vehicles - Minimum requirements
This European Standard applies to body structures on commercial vehicles and on trailers.
This European Standard sets out basic minimum requirements for standard vehicle bodies (side walls, front and rear walls) and for reinforced vehicle bodies and specifies appropriate tests.
This European Standard applies to all commercial vehicles which are related by design and body type to the body structures described below.
Forces applied according to the test requirements described below can be invoked for load securing purposes.
The floor of the vehicle is a part of the sub frame. As long as the floor strength is not defined, the manufacturer should give the necessary information. Testing of the axle load on the floor should be carried out analogous to EN 283. The result should be marked in locations according to chapter 6.
This European Standard does not apply to vans according to ISO 27956.
Ladungssicherung auf Straßenfahrzeugen - Aufbauten an Nutzfahrzeugen - Mindestanforderungen
Diese Europäische Norm gilt für Aufbauten an Lastkraftwagen und Anhängern.
In dieser Europäischen Norm werden grundsätzliche Mindestanforderungen an Standard-Fahrzeugaufbauten (Seitenwände, Stirn- und Rückwände) und an verstärkte Fahrzeugaufbauten vorgegeben und geeignete Prüfungen festgelegt.
Diese Norm gilt für alle Nutzfahrzeuge, die bezüglich Konstruktion und Aufbauart den nachfolgend beschriebenen Aufbauten zuzuordnen sind.
Die gemäß den nachfolgend beschriebenen Prüfbedingungen eingeleiteten Kräfte können zur Ladungssicherung herangezogen werden.
Der Fahrzeugboden ist Bestandteil des Fahrgestells. Wenn die Festigkeit des Bodens nicht vorgegeben ist, sollte der Hersteller die notwendigen Angaben zur Verfügung stellen. Die Ermittlung der Achslast für die Bodenbelastbarkeit sollte analog zur Norm EN 283 erfolgen. Die Ergebnisse sollten gemäß den in Paragraph 6 beschriebenen Vorgaben festgehalten werden.
Diese Europäische Norm gilt nicht für Kastenwagen gemäß ISO 27956.
Arrimage des charges à bord des véhicules routiers - Structure de la carrosserie des véhicules utilitaires - Exigences minimales
La présente Norme européenne s’applique aux structures de carrosserie de véhicules utilitaires et de remorques.
La présente Norme européenne spécifie les exigences minimales de base, ainsi que les essais appropriés, applicables aux carrosseries standard (parois latérales, parois avant et arrière) et aux carrosseries renforcées.
La présente Norme européenne s'applique à tous les véhicules utilitaires liés, par leur conception et le type de carrosserie, aux structures de carrosserie décrites ci-après.
Les forces appliquées conformément aux exigences d'essai décrites ci-après peuvent être prises en compte à des fins d'arrimage des charges.
Le plancher du véhicule fait partie du châssis secondaire. Tant que la résistance du plancher n'est pas définie, le constructeur doit fournir les informations nécessaires. Il convient que les essais relatifs à la charge à l'essieu sur le plancher soient effectués conformément à l'EN 283. Il convient que le résultat soit marqué aux endroits indiqués à l'Article 6.
La présente Norme européenne ne s'applique pas aux camionnettes conformes à l'ISO 27956.
Zaščita tovora na cestnih vozilih - Vrsta nadgradnje gospodarskih vozil - Minimalne zahteve
Ta evropski standard se uporablja za ohišja gospodarskih in priklopnih vozil.
Ta evropski standard določa osnovne minimalne zahteve za ohišja standardnih vozil (stranske, sprednje in zadnje strani) in za ohišja ojačanih vozil ter zagotavlja primerne preskuse.
Ta standard se uporablja za vsa gospodarska vozila, ki so si sorodna glede na zasnovo in vrsto ohišja, ter ohišja, opisana spodaj.
Sile, ki jih predvidevajo spodaj opisane zahteve za preskuse, je mogoče uporabiti za namene zaščite tovora.
Tla vozila so del podogrodja. Če moč tal ni podana, naj bi ta podatek posredoval proizvajalec. Priporočljivo je, da je nosilnost tal podana ter da se preskušanje in označevanje izvaja skladno s standardom EN 283.
Ta evropski standard se ne uporablja za kombije, ki so skladni s standardom ISO 27956.
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Overview
EN 12642:2016 (CEN) specifies minimum requirements and test methods for the body structure of commercial vehicles and trailers used for the securing of cargo on road vehicles. It applies to standard and reinforced vehicle bodies (e.g., box, drop-side, curtainsider) and sets out how body components (front, rear and side walls, optional floor ledge) must resist forces that can be relied on for load securing. Vans covered by ISO 27956 are excluded. The standard defines test protocols, documentation and marking so tested bodies can be used as part of a load‑securing strategy.
Key Topics
- Scope & applicability
- Applies to commercial vehicle bodies and trailers related by design and body type.
- Excludes vans per ISO 27956.
- Test methods
- Static airbag test (Annex A) - applies a uniform pressure for at least 5 minutes to front, rear and side walls.
- Dynamic driving test (Annex B) - verifies behaviour under real driving accelerations.
- Alternative: static inclination test per EN 12195-1 or validated calculation methods (backed by tests).
- Designation and test forces
- Two requirement levels: Code L (standard) and Code XL (reinforced).
- Example static test forces (as defined in the standard):
- Front wall: Code L = 0.4·P·g (max 50 kN); Code XL = 0.5·P·g (no max).
- Rear wall: Code L = 0.25·P·g (max 31 kN); Code XL = 0.3·P·g.
- Side wall: Code L = 0.3·P·g (curtainsiders without boards: 0.15·P·g); Code XL = 0.4·P·g.
- P is the specified test value (kg) documented in the test certificate - not necessarily the vehicle payload.
- Floor and floor ledge
- The floor is part of the sub-frame; floor strength must be declared by manufacturer. Axle load testing analogous to EN 283.
- Optional floor ledge: minimum height 15 mm and deflection limits (elastic deformation ≤ 20 mm under specified test).
- Acceptance criteria
- No permanent deformation or damage that impairs intended use.
- Max deflection during test ≤ 300 mm; permanent deformation up to 20 mm allowed at 100% test force if use is not impaired.
- Documentation & marking
- Test certificates and marking requirements described (Clause 6, Annex C/D).
Applications and Users
- Vehicle manufacturers and bodybuilders validating body structures for load‑securing capability.
- Fleet operators, transport and logistics companies selecting compliant bodies.
- Certification bodies, compliance officers, insurers and regulators assessing cargo‑securing risk.
- Designers performing calculations for modular systems and connections between body and floor.
Related Standards
- EN 12195-1:2010 (load restraining calculations / static inclination test reference)
- EN 283 (axle load testing on floors - analogous procedure)
- IMO/ILO/UNECE CTU Code (packing of cargo transport units)
- ISO 27956 (vans - exclusion)
EN 12642:2016 ensures that vehicle body structures can absorb defined securing forces, enabling safer, standardized load securing practices across road freight operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 12642:2016 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Securing of cargo on road vehicles - Body structure of commercial vehicles - Minimum requirements". This standard covers: This European Standard applies to body structures on commercial vehicles and on trailers. This European Standard sets out basic minimum requirements for standard vehicle bodies (side walls, front and rear walls) and for reinforced vehicle bodies and specifies appropriate tests. This European Standard applies to all commercial vehicles which are related by design and body type to the body structures described below. Forces applied according to the test requirements described below can be invoked for load securing purposes. The floor of the vehicle is a part of the sub frame. As long as the floor strength is not defined, the manufacturer should give the necessary information. Testing of the axle load on the floor should be carried out analogous to EN 283. The result should be marked in locations according to chapter 6. This European Standard does not apply to vans according to ISO 27956.
This European Standard applies to body structures on commercial vehicles and on trailers. This European Standard sets out basic minimum requirements for standard vehicle bodies (side walls, front and rear walls) and for reinforced vehicle bodies and specifies appropriate tests. This European Standard applies to all commercial vehicles which are related by design and body type to the body structures described below. Forces applied according to the test requirements described below can be invoked for load securing purposes. The floor of the vehicle is a part of the sub frame. As long as the floor strength is not defined, the manufacturer should give the necessary information. Testing of the axle load on the floor should be carried out analogous to EN 283. The result should be marked in locations according to chapter 6. This European Standard does not apply to vans according to ISO 27956.
EN 12642:2016 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 43.080.10 - Trucks and trailers. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 12642:2016 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 12642:2006. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 12642:2016 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2014/47/EU. 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.Ladungssicherung auf Straßenfahrzeugen - Aufbauten an Nutzfahrzeugen - MindestanforderungenArrimage des charges à bord des véhicules routiers - Structure de la carrosserie des véhicules utilitaires - Exigences minimalesSecuring of cargo on road vehicles - Body structure of commercial vehicles - Minimum requirements55.180.99Drugi standardi v zvezi z distribucijo blaga s prevozomOther standards related to freight distribution of goods43.080.01Tovorna vozila na splošnoCommercial vehicles in generalICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 12642:2016SIST EN 12642:2017en,fr,de01-januar-2017SIST EN 12642:2017SLOVENSKI
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Securing of cargo on road vehicles æ Body structure of commercial vehicles æ Minimum requirements Arrimage des charges à bord des vßhicules routiers æ Structure de la carrosserie des vßhicules utilitaires æ Exigences minimales
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Details of the airbag test . 15 Annex B (normative)
Dynamic driving test . 16 B.1 General . 16 B.2 General requirements for the test . 16 B.3 Conditions of loading . 16 B.3.1 Test for body structure with defined cargo units . 16 B.3.2 Test of cargo arrangements with other cargo units . 16 B.4 Measuring technique and assessment . 16 B.5 Driving tests . 17 B.5.1 Use of a supporting axle . 17 B.5.2 Testing brake deceleration (0,8 g) in longitudinal direction . 17 B.5.3 Test of transverse acceleration (0,5 g) - U-turn-test . 18 B.5.4 Change of lane test with accelerations of 0,5 g around both curves each – S-test . 19 B.5.5 Test of reverse acceleration (0,5 g) . 20 Annex C (normative)
Test certificate of body structure tested according to EN 12642 . 22 Annex D (informative)
Test report of body structure tested according to EN 12642 . 24 Bibliography . 26
the height, however, shall be at least 1 600 mm (see Figure 1 and Formula (1)). Where the front wall height is < 1 600 mm the full height of the body structure shall be taken into account for a uniform distribution of the test force applied. SIST EN 12642:2017
FpHB=≥× (1) Hmin = 1 600 mm
Key H total internal height of the front wall B total internal width of the front wall Figure 1 — Testing of front wall 5.2.4 Strength of the rear wall The rear wall shall be tested with a test force F. The test force is applied to the inner face of the rear wall to be tested, it shall be applied uniformly on the surface, (width of body structure) ×
the height, however, shall be at least 1 600 mm (see Figure 2 and Formula (2)). Where the rear wall height is < 1 600 mm the full height of the body structure shall be taken into account for a uniform distribution of the test force applied. Rear wall: 075,
FpHB=≥×
(2) Hmin = 1 600 mm SIST EN 12642:2017
Key H total internal height of the rear wall B total internal width of the rear wall Figure 2 — Testing of rear wall 5.2.5 Strength of the side wall Side walls shall be tested with a test force of F. The test force is applied to the inner face of the side wall to be tested, it shall be applied uniformly on the surface,
the height, however, shall be at least 1 600 mm (see Figure 3 and Formula (3)). Where the side wall height is < 1 600 mm the full height of the body structure shall be taken into account for a uniform distribution of the test force applied. Where the body comprises curtain sides which also have to absorb pressure forces from the cargo such curtain sides should meet the minimum requirements of EN 12641-2. Where the construction is symmetrical only one side wall needs to be tested. Side wall: 075,
FpHL=≥× (3) Hmin = 1 600 mm SIST EN 12642:2017
Key H total internal height of the side wall L total internal width of the side wall Figure 3 — Testing of side wall 5.2.6 Floor ledge (optional) Where the body structure is designed to be equipped with a floor ledge, this feature shall have a height of
· 15 mm in order to be suitable for functions of securing the cargo. Acceptable is also a removable floor ledge of equivalent strength. This ledge shall be tested with a force Fi (proportionally to the test length). The testing device shall apply to the floor ledge on a length of 2 l (l is approximately 1 000 mm). In the test, elastic deformation shall not exceed 20 mm (see Figure 4 and Formula (4)). 2 iFFlL=×× (4) where F is the test force for the side wall according to Table 1 L is the total internal length of the side wall SIST EN 12642:2017
Key 1 floor ledge 2 stake 3 press bar having Wy
· 80 000 mm3 and Iy
· 6 000 000 mm4 4 coefficient of friction
¶ 0,3 a permitted angle variation of the test force b permitted elastic deflection at 100 mm height (in case of removable floor ledge) Figure 4 — Example of a rig for testing floor ledges 5.2.7 Double-decker design (Code XL only) 5.2.7.1 General Where body structures are designed to carry cargo on two different decks at two different levels, the
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EN 12642:2016は、商業車両のボディ構造に関する欧州標準であり、その主な目的は貨物の固定の安全性を確保することです。この標準は、商業車両やトレーラーのボディ構造に適用され、標準的な車両ボディ（側壁、前壁、後壁）および補強された車両ボディの基本的な最小要件を定めています。 この標準の強みは、商業車両のボディ構造に関して具体的かつ明確な試験要件を設定している点です。これにより、負荷の固定に必要な力を確認するための試験が行えるようになります。特に、フロアの強度が未定義な場合、メーカーは必要な情報を提供しなければならないことを明記しているため、製品の透明性と信頼性が向上しています。 また、EN 12642:2016は、すべての商業車両に適用されるため、デザインおよびボディタイプに関係なく広範な適用性があります。この標準は、運輸業界における安全基準の強化に寄与し、商業車両の設計者が遵守すべき基準を提供します。 重要なポイントとして、EN 12642:2016には、床荷重に関する試験方法の具体的な指示が含まれており、これに基づく結果のマーク付けが求められています。これにより、車両のフロアが安全な荷物の運搬に適しているかどうかを容易に判断できるようになっています。 最後に、この標準はISO 27956によるバンには適用されないことを明確にしており、特定の用途と対象に特化した要件を提供しています。これにより、関連する業界の特性に応じた基準設定が可能となり、さまざまな商業車両のニーズに応じた仕様を確保できます。
La norme EN 12642:2016, intitulée "Sécurisation des cargaisons sur les véhicules routiers - Structure de carrosserie des véhicules commerciaux - Exigences minimales", présente un cadre important pour assurer la sécurité des chargements transportés par des véhicules commerciaux et des remorques. Cette norme européenne s'applique expressément aux structures de carrosserie de véhicules commerciaux, en définissant des exigences minimales tant pour les carrosseries standard que pour les carrosseries renforcées. Parmi les forces de cette norme, on note sa clarté dans la définition des exigences minimales relatives aux parois latérales, avant et arrière des véhicules. De plus, la norme spécifie des tests appropriés qui garantissent que les structures de carrosserie répondent aux standards de sécurité requis. Cette approche permet aux fabricants de s'assurer que leurs véhicules sont conformes aux attentes en matière de sécurisation des cargaisons. La norme EN 12642:2016 est également pertinente dans le contexte de la logistique moderne, où la sécurité des marchandises transportées est primordiale. En intégrant des exigences spécifiques pour le contrôle de la résistance du plancher en lien avec les valeurs de charge des essieux et en mentionnant les méthodes d’essai analogues à la norme EN 283, la norme offre un cadre compréhensible pour les fabricants et les utilisateurs engageant des véhicules de transport. Il est important de noter que cette norme ne s'applique pas aux fourgonnettes selon la norme ISO 27956, ce qui la rend spécifique aux types de véhicules commerciaux désignés. Cela souligne la nécessité d'une attention particulière pour chaque type de véhicule, assurant ainsi que les exigences de sécurisation des cargaisons sont adéquatement traitées pour les configurations de véhicules concernés. Dans l'ensemble, la norme EN 12642:2016 constitue un document essentiel qui guide la conception et l'évaluation des structures de carrosserie de véhicules commerciaux, garantissant ainsi la sécurité optimale des cargaisons tout en respectant des critères de robustesse et de conformité.
표준 EN 12642:2016은 상업용 차량의 차체 구조와 관련된 최소 요구 사항을 규정하고 있습니다. 이 표준은 상업용 차량 및 트레일러의 차체 구조에 적용되며, 표준 차량 차체(측면 벽, 앞 및 뒤 벽)와 강화된 차량 차체에 대한 기본적인 최소 요구 사항과 적절한 시험 방법을 명시합니다. 이 표준의 주요 강점 중 하나는 상업용 차량의 설계와 차체 유형에 따라 관련된 모든 차량에 적용된다는 점입니다. 이는 운송 산업에서 화물의 안전한 securing을 위한 필수적인 가이드라인을 제공합니다. 또한, 표준에 의거하여 적용된 힘은 화물 보안을 위한 목적으로 활용될 수 있습니다. 차량 바닥은 서브 프레임의 일부분으로 간주되며, 바닥의 강도가 정의되지 않은 경우 제조업체가 필요한 정보를 제공해야 합니다. EN 283에 유사한 방식으로 바닥에서의 축 하중 테스트가 수행되어야 하며, 그 결과는 6장에 따라 지정된 위치에 표시되어야 합니다. 이 표준은 ISO 27956에 따른 밴에는 적용되지 않지만, 상업용 차량의 안전성과 안정성을 보장하는 핵심 요소로 작용합니다. EN 12642:2016은 차량 차체 설계 및 화물 securing 관련 최저 기준을 명확히 하여, 운송업체와 제조업체가 준수해야 할 중요 지침을 제공합니다.
Die Norm EN 12642:2016 befasst sich mit der Sicherung von Ladung auf Straßenfahrzeugen und legt Mindestanforderungen an die Tragkonstruktion von Nutzfahrzeugen fest. Ihr Anwendungsbereich ist klar definiert und umfasst die Karosseriestrukturen von Nutzfahrzeugen sowie von Anhängern. Die Norm beschreibt grundlegende Mindestanforderungen für Standardfahrzeugkarosserien, einschließlich Seitenwände, Vorder- und Rückwände, sowie für verstärkte Fahrzeugkarosserien und spezifiziert geeignete Prüfmethoden. Ein wesentlicher Vorteil dieser Norm liegt in ihrer umfassenden Anwendbarkeit auf alle kommerziellen Fahrzeuge, die in Bezug auf ihr Design und ihren Karosserietyp mit den in der Norm beschriebenen Karosseriestrukturen verbunden sind. Dies gewährleistet, dass die Anforderungen für eine Vielzahl von Fahrzeugen einheitlich sind und die Sicherheit bei der Ladungssicherung verbessert wird. Besonders hervorzuheben ist die Forderung nach einer Überprüfung der Bodenkonstruktion und der Achslast, die gemäß EN 283 durchgeführt werden sollte. Dies zeigt die Relevanz der Norm für die praktische Anwendung, da ein solides Bodendesign entscheidend für die Gesamtintegrität der Fahrzeugstruktur ist. Die Festlegung von Prüfanforderungen bietet einen klaren Rahmen für Hersteller, die sicherstellen müssen, dass ihre Fahrzeuge den geforderten Standards entsprechen. Zudem ist festgelegt, dass Informationen über die erforderliche Bodentragfähigkeit vom Hersteller bereitgestellt werden müssen, was zur Transparenz und Sicherheit in der Branche beiträgt. Es ist jedoch wichtig zu beachten, dass diese Norm nicht auf Transporter gemäß ISO 27956 anwendbar ist, was den spezifischen Fokus der Norm auf Nutzfahrzeuge unterstreicht. Insgesamt ist die EN 12642:2016 eine essentielle Grundlage für die Sicherheit der Ladungssicherung auf Nutzfahrzeugen und deren Struktur, die sowohl für Hersteller als auch für Betreiber von erheblichem Wert ist.
The EN 12642:2016 standard provides essential guidelines for the securing of cargo on road vehicles, specifically addressing the body structure of commercial vehicles and trailers. Its scope comprehensively covers the requirements for both standard and reinforced vehicle bodies, including side walls and various structural components. By establishing minimum requirements, the standard ensures that vehicle design adheres to safety protocols that mitigate risks associated with cargo transportation. One of the key strengths of this standard lies in its focus on testing and evaluation procedures for body structures. It specifies appropriate tests that ascertain the integrity and durability of commercial vehicle bodies, which is critical for effective load securing. This emphasis on rigorous testing helps manufacturers ensure that their vehicles can withstand the forces exerted during transit, ultimately contributing to road safety. Furthermore, the inclusion of specific guidance on floor strength and sub-frame considerations enhances the relevance of EN 12642:2016 in the context of commercial vehicle design. By requiring manufacturers to provide necessary information on the floor's capacity, it addresses a crucial element that directly impacts the overall safety and performance of cargo transport. However, it is noteworthy that the standard does not cover vans as defined by ISO 27956, which may limit its applicability within certain sectors of the freight industry. This exclusion underscores the necessity for different standards catering to varied vehicle types and their specific requirements. Overall, EN 12642:2016 stands out as a vital standard that not only advocates for the structural safety of commercial vehicles but also facilitates compliance within the transportation sector, aligning with broader safety regulations and enhancing the operational effectiveness of cargo securing practices.
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