Railway applications - Front windscreens for train cabs

This European Standard specifies the functional requirements for cab windscreens of high speed trains including testing and conformity assessment. The same requirements can be applied to the windscreens of other types of rolling stock if some of the performance criteria are adjusted to suit the application. Such changes should be based on national standards or infrastructure controller’s regulations where they exist.
This European Standard does not specify all interfaces between the windscreen and the vehicle.
This European Standard does not apply to the renewal of windscreens of high speed rolling stock already in operation.

Bahnanwendungen - Frontscheiben von Führerräumen

Diese Europäische Norm legt die funktionellen Anforderungen für Führerraum Frontscheiben von Hoch¬geschwindigkeitszügen, einschließlich Prüfungen und Konformitätsbewertungen, fest. Die Anforderungen sind auch für andere Zugtypen anwendbar, wenn einige der Leistungskriterien für den Einsatz angepasst werden. Die Änderungen sollten auf der Basis bestehender nationaler Normen oder der Vorschriften von Infrastruktur¬betreibern durchgeführt werden.
Diese Europäische Norm definiert nicht alle Schnittstellen zwischen Frontscheibe und Fahrzeug.
Diese Europäische Norm gilt nicht für die Erneuerung von Frontscheiben in Hochgeschwindigkeitszügen, die bereits im Betrieb sind.

Applications ferroviaires - Vitres frontales des cabines des trains

La présente Norme européenne spécifie des exigences fonctionnelles applicables aux vitres frontales des trains à grande vitesse, incluant des dispositions relatives aux essais et à l'évaluation de la conformité. Des exigences similaires peuvent être appliquées aux vitres frontales d’autres types de matériel roulant si certains critères de performance sont ajustés en fonction de l’application.
La présente Norme européenne ne spécifie pas toutes les interfaces entre la vitre frontale et le véhicule.
La présente Norme européenne ne s’applique pas au renouvellement des vitres frontales du matériel roulant à grande vitesse déjà en service.

Železniške naprave - Vetrobranska stekla v vozniških kabinah vlakov za velike hitrosti

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Status
Withdrawn
Publication Date
28-Aug-2007
Withdrawal Date
13-Apr-2025
Current Stage
9960 - Withdrawal effective - Withdrawal
Start Date
14-Aug-2019
Completion Date
14-Apr-2025

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EN 15152:2007 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Railway applications - Front windscreens for train cabs". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the functional requirements for cab windscreens of high speed trains including testing and conformity assessment. The same requirements can be applied to the windscreens of other types of rolling stock if some of the performance criteria are adjusted to suit the application. Such changes should be based on national standards or infrastructure controller’s regulations where they exist. This European Standard does not specify all interfaces between the windscreen and the vehicle. This European Standard does not apply to the renewal of windscreens of high speed rolling stock already in operation.

This European Standard specifies the functional requirements for cab windscreens of high speed trains including testing and conformity assessment. The same requirements can be applied to the windscreens of other types of rolling stock if some of the performance criteria are adjusted to suit the application. Such changes should be based on national standards or infrastructure controller’s regulations where they exist. This European Standard does not specify all interfaces between the windscreen and the vehicle. This European Standard does not apply to the renewal of windscreens of high speed rolling stock already in operation.

EN 15152:2007 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 45.060.10 - Tractive stock. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

EN 15152:2007 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 15152:2019. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

EN 15152:2007 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 93/38/EEC, 96/48/EC; Standardization Mandates: M/275. 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.Railway applications - Front windscreens for train cabsŽelezniške naprave - Vetrobrani v komandnih kabinah hitrih vlakovApplications ferroviaires - Vitres frontales des cabines pour trainsBahnanwendungen - Stirnfenster von FührerräumenTa slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 15152:2007SIST EN 15152:2007en,de45.060.10Tractive stockICS:SLOVENSKI
STANDARDSIST EN 15152:200701-november-2007

EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 15152August 2007ICS 45.060.10 English VersionRailway applications - Front windscreens for train cabsApplications ferroviaires - Vitres frontales des cabines destrainsBahnanwendungen - Frontscheiben von FührerräumenThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 13 July 2007.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 CEN 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 CEN Management Centre has the same status as theofficial versions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland,France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal,Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
B-1050 Brussels© 2007 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 15152:2007: E

Diagram of projectile.26 Annex B (informative)
Summary of testing requirements.27 Annex C (informative)
Alternative method for testing resistance to Ultra Violet radiation.28 C.1 General.28 C.2 Test method.28 C.3 Interpretation of results.28 Annex ZA (informative)
Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential Requirements of Directive 96/48/EC, as amended by Directive 2004/50/EC.29 Bibliography.31

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Key 1 windscreen Figure 1 — Diagrammatic representation of optical distortion

Negligible Minor Major Point defects Bubble: Air pocket, sometimes coloured entrapped in glass d ≤ 0,8 mm 0,8 mm < d ≤ 2 mm d > 2 mm Impurities: Small impurity in glass or interlayer, or an embedded particle d ≤ 0,8 mm 0,8 mm < d ≤ 2 mm d > 2 mm Spot: Local translucent area on interlayer d ≤ 0,8 mm 0,8 mm < d ≤ 2 mm d > 2 mm Surface defect: Blemish caused by minor impact or abrasion (e.g. between two sheets of material during storage) d ≤ 0,8 mm 0,8 mm < d ≤ 2 mm d > 2 mm Anti-spall layer specific defects Skin blister: Localised deformation of the transparent surface d ≤ 1,5 mm 1,5 mm < d ≤ 3 mm d > 3 mm Cord: A relatively thick and very obvious thread of material L ≤ 5 mm 5 mm < L ≤ 10 mm L > 10 mm Coating drip: Uneven thickness of final coating d ≤ 5 mm 5 mm < d ≤ 10 mm d > 10 mm Linear defects: Defects where the length to width ratio is high. The dimension given is the direct distance between the extremities of the defect. Scratch, chipped scratch: Superficial scratch, rectilinear or curvilinear, with shelling to each side of the scratch − All dimensions Fine scratch or other linear defect detectable by touch d ≤ 13 mm 13 mm < d ≤ 40 mm d > 40 mm Hairline scratches hardly detectable by touch but visible on the surface All dimensions − Print of attenuated (repaired) scratch d ≤ 13 mm 13 mm < d ≤ 40 mm d > 40 mm Lint, fibre, hair: Elongated impurity entrapped between glass ply and interlayer when laminating d ≤ 13 mm 13 mm < d ≤ 40 mm d > 40 mm Streak, mark (drag) trace:
Whitish area in the interlayer, hardly detectable under daylight condition Any dimension, but one that does not attract the eye at 3 m from the product If attracting the eye at 3 m from the product and having total surface ≤ 8 cm²If attracting the eye at 3 m from the product and having total surface > 8 cm²

Negligible Minor Major Edge defects: These defects shall never extend beyond the peripheral area. Tong marks: Impressions made in glass by the tips of the tongs used to suspend the glass during tempering which induce a local deformation, iridescence and hairline scratches Disregarded
Bending tool mark: Impressions made in glass in the peripheral area by the bending tool Disregarded
Shell, chips: Small loss of glass fragment, at the edge, not totally eliminated by grinding. However, sharp edges that may cause injury when fitting the windscreen shall not be accepted. The grinding to eliminate these defects can extend up to 10 mm from the edge of the glass d ≤ 1mm 1 mm < d ≤ 2mm d > 2mm Silk-screen printing special defects Impurities under silk screen: d ≤ 1,5 mm 1,5 mm < d ≤ 3 mm d > 3 mm Dot fade-out: Visual inspection shall confirm that the uniformity of the dot fade-out pattern is acceptable and any irregularity does not attract the eye at 3 m from the product
Key 1 hole, 2 dividing point Solid colour surface:
Circular-type defect:
d ≤ 2 mm 2 mm < d ≤ 4 mm d > 4 mm Linear defect: S = L × T
S ≤ 20 mm² with T ≤ 0,5 mm 20 mm² < S ≤ 80 mm²with
T ≤ 1 mm S > 80 mm²
Defects on the edge of the solid colour surface:
Inner edge (nearest to vision area):
Outer edge: P ≤ 2 mm
and
L ≥ 40 mm P < 5 mm 2 mm < P ≤ 3 mm and
10 mm < L ≤ 40 mm P = 5 mm peripheral P > 3 mm
and
L < 10 mm P > 5 mm
Defect acceptance limits Classification of defect
Vision area Negligible Minor Major Area A Disregarded See a A maximum of 3 defects of any type within any circular area of d = 300 mm 0 Area B Disregarded See a A maximum of 3 defects within any circular area of d = 100 mm 0 Area C See b See b See b Printed Area See c A maximum of 3 defects inside any region of length 100 mm 0 a The accumulation of these disregarded defects shall not impair useful vision. b Appearance defects shall only be tolerated provided they do not impair the mechanical properties of the windscreen. The following defects are allowed in Area C only:  irregularity in external dimension of individual layers (maximum 5 mm/edge);  bubbling;  delamination;  opacity of the interlayer with a total surface area of these defects to be less than 2 % of the peripheral zone surface. c In areas used for bonding of glued windscreens the accumulation of disregarded defects shall not permit average Ultra Violet transmittance of more than 0,1 % when a glue protection is specified.
4.3.2 Heating system 4.3.2.1 General If an integral heating system is specified by the customer, it can be provided by an electric system using:  coating;  wires embedded in the windscreen. At the minimum such a heating system shall be effective across the primary vision area of the windscreen.

4.3.2.3 Defect acceptance criteria of wires Irregularities due to defective electrical continuity shall not exceed:  maximum two non-heated zones ≤ 15 mm wide, at least 45 mm apart or a single non-heated zone ≤ 20 mm wide;  non heated or over heated zone ≤ 5 mm wide; The accumulation of permitted defects shall not impair the optical properties or prevent useful vision. See 6.3.2 for the test methods. 4.3.2.4 Flash test In order to prove the electrical insulation of the heating zone in
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EN 15152:2007 표준은 고속 열차의 기차 승무원실 앞 유리창에 대한 기능적 요구사항을 명확히 규정하고 있습니다. 이 표준은 테스트 및 적합성 평가를 포함하여 고속 열차의 앞 유리창에 대한 포괄적인 접근 방식을 제공합니다. 특히, 이 표준에서는 다른 종류의 차량에 대해서도 해당 요구사항을 적용할 수 있는 가능성을 열어두고 있으며, 성능 기준을 조정하여 다양한 응용 프로그램에 적합하게 만들 수 있습니다. 이러한 유연성 덕분에 EN 15152:2007은 다양한 철도 응용 분야에 널리 활용될 수 있습니다. 또한, EN 15152:2007의 강점 중 하나는 고속 열차에 대한 요구사항을 다루는 데 중점을 두고 있다는 점입니다. 이를 통해 제조업체는 기차의 안전성과 성능을 보장할 수 있는 유리창을 설계하여 승객과 승무원의 안전을 극대화할 수 있습니다. 표준이 설정한 성능 기준은 국제적 수준에서 통용되므로, 유럽 내에서 기차 운행의 일관성을 높이는 데 기여할 수 있습니다. 그러나 이 표준은 유리창과 차량 간의 모든 인터페이스를 규정하지 않으며, 이미 운행 중인 고속 열차의 유리창 교체에는 적용되지 않는다는 점을 참고해야 합니다. 이러한 제한은 특정 응용 분야에서 따라야 할 추가적인 규정을 수립하는데 있어 고려해야 할 요소가 될 것입니다. 결론적으로, EN 15152:2007 표준은 고속 철도 차량의 앞 유리창의 안전성과 성능을 보장하는 데 중대한 역할을 하며, 철도 산업에서의 혁신과 발전을 지원하는 강력한 기초를 제공합니다.

EN 15152:2007は、鉄道アプリケーションにおける列車運転室用のフロントウィンドスクリーンに関する欧州標準です。この標準は、高速列車のキャブウィンドスクリーンに対する機能要件を規定しており、テストおよび適合性評価についても言及しています。特徴として、高速列車以外の鉄道車両のウィンドスクリーンにも同様の要件を適用できることが挙げられますが、その際は性能基準の一部を調整する必要があります。この調整は、存在する場合には国の基準やインフラ管理者の規制に基づくべきです。 この標準の強みは、高速列車に特化した実用的要件を提示している点であり、特に安全性や性能を重視した設計が求められる環境で、その必要が高まっています。また、テスト方法の明確な定義は、適切な適合性評価を実施するための重要な指針となります。 さらに、EN 15152:2007は、ウィンドスクリーンと車両とのインターフェースに関する詳細を規定していないため、柔軟性を持たせています。これは、各国の具体的な状況や技術進歩に適応できる要因となり、さまざまな条件下での応用を可能にします。 ただし、すでに運用中の高速鉄道車両のウィンドスクリーンの更新にはこの標準は適用されないという点も留意すべきです。この制約は、新しい技術や材料の採用を検討する際に、個別の国や事業者が独自の基準を設ける余地を残しています。 総じて、EN 15152:2007は、高速列車の運転室用に設計されたフロントウィンドスクリーンにとって、必要な基準とガイドラインを提供し、将来的な技術革新に対しても十分な適応性を持っています。

The EN 15152:2007 standard provides a comprehensive framework for the functional requirements concerning cab windscreens specifically designed for high-speed trains. Its primary scope includes detailed specifications for performance, testing, and conformity assessment tailored to ensure the safety and operational efficiency of train cabs. One notable strength of EN 15152:2007 is its adaptability; while primarily aimed at high-speed trains, the standard also offers guidance that can be applied to other rolling stock types. This flexibility allows for adjustments to the performance criteria based on national standards or infrastructure regulations, making it relevant across varying operational environments in Europe. By doing so, it recognizes the diverse requirements across different railway systems while maintaining a focus on safety and functionality. The standard effectively addresses critical areas such as impact resistance, optical clarity, and environmental resilience, ensuring that manufacturers can meet the essential performance benchmarks needed for modern rail systems. Importantly, it places significant emphasis on thorough testing protocols and the assessment of compliance, which bolster confidence in the quality and reliability of the cab windscreen products. However, it's worth noting that EN 15152:2007 does not cover all interfaces between the windscreen and the vehicle, which can be seen as a limitation depending on specific application needs. Furthermore, it excludes the renewal of windscreens for high-speed rolling stock currently in operation, suggesting a focus on new constructions rather than retrofits. In summary, EN 15152:2007 stands out as a critical and relevant standard for railway applications, particularly for high-speed train cab windscreens. Its strengths lie in its comprehensive specifications, adaptability to various rolling stock types, and rigorous testing requirements, which are essential for maintaining high safety and performance levels in railway transport.

La norme SIST EN 15152:2007 se concentre sur les applications ferroviaires, spécifiquement sur les pare-brise des cabines de train, offrant ainsi un cadre essentiel pour les exigences fonctionnelles des vitres des trains à grande vitesse. Cette normalisation européenne est particulièrement pertinente dans le contexte actuel de développement des infrastructures ferroviaires, car elle garantit non seulement la sécurité, mais aussi le confort des conducteurs. Le champ d'application de cette norme est clairement défini : elle spécifie les exigences fonctionnelles, les méthodes d'essai et l'évaluation de la conformité des pare-brise. Ces critères garantissent que les vitres des cabines répondent aux attentes élevées de performance et de sécurité, ce qui est crucial pour le fonctionnement efficace des trains à grande vitesse. En outre, il est intéressant de noter que les mêmes exigences peuvent s'appliquer à d'autres types de matériel roulant, sous réserve d'ajustements des critères de performance. Les forces de cette norme résident dans sa capacité à standardiser les spécifications techniques tout en offrant une flexibilité d'application. Cela permet aux fabricants d'adapter les exigences à divers contextes nationaux ou aux règlements des gestionnaires d'infrastructure, garantissant ainsi une conformité tout en respectant les particularités locales. Toutefois, il est essentiel de noter que la norme ne couvre pas tous les interfaces entre le pare-brise et le véhicule, ce qui pourrait parfois requérir des clarifications supplémentaires lors de l'implémentation. En somme, la norme EN 15152:2007 représente une avancée significative pour l'industrie ferroviaire en traitant les besoins spécifiques relatifs aux pare-brise des cabines de train. Grâce à ses exigences claires et à sa capacité d'adaptation, elle contribue à la sécurité et à la performance des opérations ferroviaires modernes.

Die Norm EN 15152:2007 legt die funktionalen Anforderungen für Frontscheiben von Führerständen hochgeschwindigkeitsfähiger Züge fest. Ihre Relevanz im Bereich der Bahnanwendungen ist erheblich, da sie nicht nur die Sicherheit der Passagiere und des Fahrpersonals berücksichtigt, sondern auch darauf abzielt, die Sichtverhältnisse und die Gesamtleistung der Züge zu optimieren. Durch die Definition von Test- und Konformitätsbewertungsverfahren wird sichergestellt, dass die Frontscheiben den spezifischen Anforderungen an hohe Geschwindigkeit und Witterungsbeständigkeit entsprechen. Ein herausragendes Merkmal dieser Norm ist ihre Flexibilität. Obwohl die primäre Anwendung auf hochgeschwindigkeitsfähige Züge fokussiert ist, können die Anforderungen auch auf andere Arten von Schienenfahrzeugen angewendet werden, sofern die Leistungsmerkmale angepasst werden. Diese Anpassungen sind im Einklang mit nationalen Standards oder den Vorschriften der Infrastrukturbetreiber zu treffen, was die Norm für verschiedene Märkte und Länder anpassungsfähig macht. Ein weiterer positiver Aspekt ist, dass die Norm EN 15152:2007 nicht alle Schnittstellen zwischen der Windschutzscheibe und dem Fahrzeug spezifiziert, was den Herstellern Raum für Innovation und Gestaltung gibt. Diese Offenheit ermöglicht es der Industrie, spezifische Lösungen zu entwickeln, die den individuellen Anforderungen ihrer Züge gerecht werden. Zusammenfassend lässt sich sagen, dass die Norm EN 15152:2007 eine solide Grundlage für die Entwicklung und den Einsatz von Frontscheiben in der Bahntechnologie bietet. Ihre Stärken in Bezug auf Flexibilität, Sicherheitsanforderungen und Anpassungsfähigkeit machen sie zu einem zentralen Dokument für Hersteller und Betreiber im Bereich der Schienenfahrzeuge.