EN 10306:2001
(Main)Iron and steel - Ultrasonic testing of H beams with parallel flanges and IPE beams
Iron and steel - Ultrasonic testing of H beams with parallel flanges and IPE beams
This European Standard describes a reflection method for the ultrasonic testing of H beams with parallel flanges and IPE beams for the detection of presence of internal discontinuities. Mechanised, semi-automatic or automatic techniques may be used but should be agreed between the purchaser and the supplier.
Eisen und Stahl - Ultraschallprüfung von H-Profilen mit parallelen Flanschen und IPE-Profilen
Diese Europäische Norm legt ein Reflexionsverfahren für die Ultraschallprüfung von H-Profilen mit parallelen Flanschen und von IPE-Profilen zum Nachweis von inneren Inhomogenitäten fest. Mechanisierte, halbautomatische oder automatische Techniken dürfen angewendet werden, sollten aber zwischen Besteller und Lieferer vereinbart werden.
Produits sidérurgiques - Contrôle par ultrasons des poutrelles H à larges ailes à faces parallèles et des poutrelles IPE
La présente Norme européenne spécifie une méthode par réflexion pour le contrôle par ultrasons des poutrelles à larges ailes à faces parallèles et des poutrelles IPE pour la détection des discontinuités internes. Les techniques mécanisées, semi-automatiques ou automatiques peuvent être utilisées mais il convient qu'elles fassent l'objet d'un accord entre le fournisseur et le client.
Železo in jeklo – Ultrazvočno preskušanje profilov H z vzporednimi pasovi in profilov IPE
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 11-Dec-2001
- Withdrawal Date
- 29-Jun-2002
- Technical Committee
- ECISS/TC 101 - Test methods for steel (other than chemical analysis)
- Drafting Committee
- ECISS/TC 2 - Steel - Physico-chemical and non-destructive testing
- Current Stage
- 9060 - Closure of 2 Year Review Enquiry - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 02-Dec-2025
- Completion Date
- 02-Dec-2025
Overview
EN 10306:2001 - Iron and steel - Ultrasonic testing of H beams with parallel flanges and IPE beams - is a CEN European Standard that specifies a reflection-based ultrasonic method for detecting internal discontinuities in H‑beams (parallel flanges) and IPE beams. The standard covers manual, semi‑automatic and automatic testing modalities (to be agreed between purchaser and supplier), required documentation, calibration and acceptance principles for production or supplier‑site inspection.
Key topics and requirements
- Testing principle: Reflection (pulse-echo), generally using longitudinal waves approximately perpendicular to the surface. Discontinuity echoes are compared with a reference 5 mm flat‑bottomed hole and sized using the -6 dB beam‑width technique.
- Scope of inspection: Scanning plans A–D (ends of web, ends of flanges, complete web, complete flanges) or combinations; special attention for flange/web junctions requires prior agreement.
- Equipment & probes:
- Instruments with A‑scan presentation compliant with EN 12668‑1.
- Double‑transducer probes for manual testing; nominal frequency 2–5 MHz; transducer largest dimension typically 9–25 mm unless agreed otherwise (EN 12668‑2).
- Reference and calibration blocks per EN 12223; reference blocks should mimic the product’s acoustic properties.
- Calibration & sensitivity: Follow EN 583‑2 for time‑base, power and amplification settings. Back‑wall echo is set to maximum screen height and system checked at least every 8 hours.
- Personnel: Recommended certification per EN 473 (qualification and certification of NDT personnel).
- Scanning parameters: Manual scanning speed ≤ 150 mm/s; scan patterns (sinusoidal or zigzag) with half‑wavelength/scan distance adapted to quality class (max 100 mm).
- Procedure & contractual items: A written examination procedure is required. Purchaser and supplier must agree on inspection stages, sounding plan, quality class/zones, acceptance levels, special equipment, and whether purchaser presence is required.
Applications and users
EN 10306:2001 is used where reliable ultrasonic non‑destructive testing (NDT) of structural steel profiles is required, including:
- Steel manufacturers and rolling mills producing H‑profiles and IPE beams
- Structural steel fabricators and suppliers performing incoming inspection
- NDT service providers and inspection companies carrying out mechanised or manual ultrasonic testing
- Purchasers, engineers and quality managers specifying acceptance criteria and inspection procedures
Practical benefits include standardized detection and sizing of internal defects, consistent acceptance criteria for production quality, and clear contractual items for inspection responsibilities.
Related standards
- EN 473 (NDT personnel qualification)
- EN 583‑2, EN 583‑5 (ultrasonic sensitivity setting & characterization)
- EN 1330‑4 (ultrasonic terminology)
- EN 12223 (calibration block n°1)
- EN 12668‑1/‑2/‑3 (instrument/probe/combined equipment characterization)
Keywords: EN 10306:2001, ultrasonic testing, H beams, IPE beams, non‑destructive testing, NDT, steel profiles, calibration, probe frequency.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 10306:2001 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Iron and steel - Ultrasonic testing of H beams with parallel flanges and IPE beams". This standard covers: This European Standard describes a reflection method for the ultrasonic testing of H beams with parallel flanges and IPE beams for the detection of presence of internal discontinuities. Mechanised, semi-automatic or automatic techniques may be used but should be agreed between the purchaser and the supplier.
This European Standard describes a reflection method for the ultrasonic testing of H beams with parallel flanges and IPE beams for the detection of presence of internal discontinuities. Mechanised, semi-automatic or automatic techniques may be used but should be agreed between the purchaser and the supplier.
EN 10306:2001 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 77.040.20 - Non-destructive testing of metals; 77.140.70 - Steel profiles. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
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Standards Content (Sample)
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Eisen und Stahl - Ultraschallprüfung von H-Profilen mit parallelen Flanschen und IPE-ProfilenProduits sidérurgiques - Contrôle par ultrasons des poutrelles H a larges ailes a faces paralleles et des poutrelles IPEIron and steel - Ultrasonic testing of H beams with parallel flanges and IPE beams77.140.70Jekleni profiliSteel profiles77.040.20Neporušitveno preskušanje kovinNon-destructive testing of metalsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 10306:2001SIST EN 10306:2004en01-marec-2004SIST EN 10306:2004SLOVENSKI
STANDARD
EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 10306December 2001ICS 77.040.20; 77.140.70English versionIron and steel - Ultrasonic testing of H beams with parallelflanges and IPE beamsProduits sidérurgiques - Contrôle par ultrasons despoutrelles à larges ailes à faces parallèles et des poutrellesIPEEisen und Stahl - Ultraschallprüfung von H-Profilen mitparallelen Flanschen und IPE-ProfilenThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 30 September 2001.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,Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
B-1050 Brussels© 2001 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 10306:2001 ESIST EN 10306:2004
List of equivalent terms in several European languages.13Bibliography.14SIST EN 10306:2004
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The article discusses EN 10306:2001, a European Standard that outlines the ultrasonic testing method for H beams with parallel flanges and IPE beams. The purpose of this testing is to detect any internal discontinuities in these beams. The standard allows for the use of mechanised, semi-automatic, or automatic techniques, but the specific method should be agreed upon by the buyer and the seller.
기사 제목: EN 10306:2001 - 철강 - 병행 플랜지 및 IPE 빔의 초음파 검사 기사 내용: 이 유럽 표준은 병행 플랜지와 IPE 빔의 초음파 검사를 위한 반사 방법에 대해 설명합니다. 내부 불연속물의 존재를 감지하기 위한 것입니다. 매체화, 반자동 또는 자동 기술을 사용할 수 있지만 구매자와 판매자 간에 합의되어야 합니다.
記事のタイトル：EN 10306:2001 - 鉄鋼 - 平行フランジおよびIPEビームの超音波検査 記事内容：このヨーロッパ規格は、平行フランジおよびIPEビームの内部不連続物の存在を検出するための超音波検査の反射法を説明しています。機械化、半自動、または自動技術のいずれかを使用することができますが、購入者と供給者の間で合意する必要があります。
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