Bitumen and bituminous binders - Bituminous emulsions, fluxed and cut-back bitumen factory production control

This EN specifies a method for determining the tensile properties of a bituminous binder, in particular those of polymer-modified bitumens by means of a force ductility test.

Bitumen und bitumenhaltige Bindemittel - Werkseigene Produktionskontrolle von Bitumenemulsionen, gefluxtem und verschnittenem Bitumen

Bitumes et liants bitumineux - Maîtrise de la production en usine des émulsions de bitume, des bitumes fluxés et fluidifiés

Bitumen in bitumenska veziva - Kontrola proizvodnje v obratih za proizvodnjo bitumenskih emulzij ter fluksiranih in rezanih bitumnov

General Information

Status
Not Published
Current Stage
5060 - Closure of Vote - Formal Approval
Start Date
15-Jul-2010
Due Date
18-Mar-2011
Completion Date
15-Jul-2010

Relations

Effective Date
18-Jan-2023
Effective Date
05-Sep-2009

Overview

EN 14733:2005/FprA1 is a European Standard developed by CEN Technical Committee 336, addressing factory production control for bitumen and bituminous binders, with a focus on bituminous emulsions, fluxed, and cut-back bitumen. This standard specifies the requirements and methods for ensuring consistent quality and performance of bituminous binders during manufacturing. It covers procedural aspects, testing frequencies, and tolerances, promoting traceability, reliability, and product conformity within bitumen production facilities.

The amendment FprA1 refines production control measures, integrates updated references to related standards, and strengthens quality management protocols. Compliance with EN 14733:2005/FprA1 is essential for manufacturers to maintain high product standards and meet regulatory requirements in Europe.

Key Topics

  • Factory Production Control (FPC) System
    Producers must implement a documented FPC system based on EN ISO 9001 principles, including procedures for inspections, tests, and quality assessments to guarantee product conformity.

  • Testing and Inspection Frequencies
    Regular testing is mandated for raw materials, intermediate products, and finished bituminous binders. Frequencies range from every delivery to periodic intervals based on product type and process parameters.

  • Defined Batches and Sampling Procedures
    The standard provides definitions of production batches to optimize quality control activities. Sampling and testing protocols are to be adjusted based on batch characteristics, production schedules, and equipment calibration.

  • Material and Product Testing
    Detailed specifications for testing bitumen, flux, water, emulsifiers, acids, and additives ensure raw material quality. Finished emulsions and binders undergo physical and chemical tests including viscosity, softening point, penetration, adhesive properties, and stability.

  • Updated Normative References
    The amendment integrates revised standards related to efflux time determination, binder recovery, solubility, and ageing procedures, improving the robustness of testing and product evaluation.

Applications

EN 14733:2005/FprA1 applies primarily to:

  • Manufacturers of bituminous emulsions used in road construction, waterproofing, and industrial coatings.
  • Producers of fluxed and cut-back bitumen, where bitumen is modified with solvents or fluxing agents to adjust viscosity for specific applications.
  • Quality control laboratories within bitumen production factories aiming to comply with European quality assurance protocols.
  • Regulatory bodies and certification organizations monitoring bitumen product conformity to harmonized standards.

The standard supports enhanced product durability, optimized performance in paving and sealing applications, and compliance with environmental and safety regulations by guiding consistent process control and validation.

Related Standards

EN 14733:2005/FprA1 references and aligns with several key European and international standards, including:

  • EN 12592 – Determination of bitumen solubility
  • EN 12846-1 & EN 12846-2 – Efflux time for bituminous emulsions and cut-back/fluxed binders
  • EN 13074-1 & EN 13074-2 – Recovery and stabilization of binders from emulsions and cut-back bitumen
  • EN 13302 – Dynamic viscosity measurements for bituminous binders
  • EN 13614 – Adhesivity testing for bitumen emulsions using reference aggregates
  • EN 13808 – Specification framework for cationic bituminous emulsions
  • EN 14769 – Pressure Ageing Vessel (PAV) accelerated long-term ageing of bitumen
  • EN ISO 2592 & EN ISO 13736 – Flash and fire point determination methods

These references ensure standardized testing methodologies and quality benchmarks across the bituminous binder industry.


Keywords: EN 14733:2005/FprA1, bitumen, bituminous binders, bituminous emulsions, factory production control, fluxed bitumen, cut-back bitumen, quality control, European standard, bitumen testing, viscosity, adhesive properties.

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EN 14733:2005/FprA1 is a draft published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Bitumen and bituminous binders - Bituminous emulsions, fluxed and cut-back bitumen factory production control". This standard covers: This EN specifies a method for determining the tensile properties of a bituminous binder, in particular those of polymer-modified bitumens by means of a force ductility test.

This EN specifies a method for determining the tensile properties of a bituminous binder, in particular those of polymer-modified bitumens by means of a force ductility test.

EN 14733:2005/FprA1 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 75.140 - Waxes, bituminous materials and other petroleum products; 91.100.50 - Binders. Sealing materials. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

EN 14733:2005/FprA1 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 14733:2005+A1:2010, EN 14733:2005. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

EN 14733:2005/FprA1 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011, 89/106/EEC. 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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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-junij-2010
Bitumen in bitumenska veziva - Kontrola proizvodnje v obratih za proizvodnjo
bitumenskih emulzij ter fluksiranih in rezanih bitumnov
Bitumen and bituminous binders - Bituminous emulsions, fluxed and cut-back bitumen
factory production control
Bitumen und bitumenhaltige Bindemittel - Werkseigene Produktionskontrolle von
Bitumenemulsionen, gefluxtem und verschnittenem Bitumen
Bitumes et liants bitumineux - Maîtrise de la production en usine des émulsions de
bitume, des bitumes fluxés et fluidifiés
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 14733:2005/FprA1
ICS:
75.140 Voski, bitumni in drugi naftni Waxes, bituminous materials
proizvodi and other petroleum products
91.100.50 Veziva. Tesnilni materiali Binders. Sealing materials
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
FINAL DRAFT
EN 14733:2005
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
FprA1
April 2010
ICS 75.140; 91.100.50
English Version
Bitumen and bituminous binders - Bituminous emulsions, fluxed
and cut-back bitumen factory production control
Bitumes et liants bitumineux - Maîtrise de la production en Bitumen und bitumenhaltige Bindemittel - Werkseigene
usine des émulsions de bitume, des bitumes fluxés et Produktionskontrolle von Bitumenemulsionen, gefluxtem
fluidifiés und verschnittenem Bitumen
This draft amendment is submitted to CEN members for unique acceptance procedure. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee
CEN/TC 336.
This draft amendment A1, if approved, will modify the European Standard EN 14733:2005. If this draft becomes an amendment, CEN
members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for inclusion of this amendment
into the relevant national standard without any alteration.

This draft amendment was established by CEN in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made
by translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN Management Centre has the same
status as the official versions.

CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, 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.

Warning : This document is not a European Standard. It is distributed for review and comments. It is subject to change without notice and
shall not be referred to as a European Standard.

EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATION
COMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATION

EUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNG

Management Centre: Avenue Marnix 17, B-1000 Brussels
© 2010 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. EN 14733:2005/FprA1:2010: E
worldwide for CEN national Members.

Contents Page
Foreword . 3
1 Modification to Clause 2 . 4
2 Modification to 4.1 . 5
3 Modification to 6.1 . 5
4 Modification to 6.3 . 5
5 Modification to Clause 10 . 6

Foreword
This document (EN 14733:2005/FprA1:2010) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 336
“Bituminous binders”, the secretariat of which is held by AFNOR.
This document is currently submitted to the Unique Acceptance Procedure.
1 Modification to Clause 2
Replace "EN 12846, Bitumen and bituminous binders ― Determination of the efflux time of bitumen emulsions
by the efflux viscosimeter" with "prEN 12846-1, Bitumen and bituminous binders ― Determination of efflux
time by the efflux viscometer ― Part 1 : Bituminous emulsions" and "prEN 12846-2, Bitumen and bituminous
binders ― Determination of efflux time by the efflux viscometer ― Part 2 : Cut-back and fluxed bituminous
binders".
Replace "EN 13074, Bitumen and bituminous binders ― Recovery of binder from emulsion by evaporation"
with "prEN 13074-1:2008, Bitumen and bituminous binders ― Recovery of binder from bituminous emulsion
or from cut-back or fluxed bitumen by evaporation" and "prEN 13074-2, Bitumen and bituminous binders ―
Stabilisation of binder from bituminous emulsion or from cut-back or fluxed bitumen after recovery".
Add the following references:
"EN 12592, Bitumen and bituminous binders ― Determination of solubility"
"EN 12847, Bitumen and bituminous binders ― Determination of settling tendency of bituminous emulsions"
"EN 13302, Bitumen and bituminous binders ― Determination of dynamic viscosity of bituminous binder using
a rotating spindle apparatus"
"EN 13398, Bitumen and bituminous binders ― Determination of the elastic recovery of modified bitumen"
"EN 13614, Bitumen and bituminous binders ― Determination of adhesivity of bitumen emulsions by water
immersion test ― Aggregate method"
"EN 13808, Bitumen and bituminous binders ― Framework for specifying cationic bituminous emulsions"
"EN 15322, Bitumen and bituminous binders ― Framework for specifying cut-back and fluxed bituminous
binders
EN 15626, Bitumen and bituminous binders ― Determination of adhesivity of cut-back and fluxed bituminous
binders by water immersion test ― Aggregate method

EN ISO 2592, Determination of flash and fire points ― Cleveland open cup method (ISO 2592:2000)"
"EN ISO 13736, Determination of flash point ― Abel closed cup method (ISO 13736:2008)"
Delete reference to EN 13357.
Replace "prEN 14769, Bitumen and bituminous binders ― Accelerated long-term ageing - Pressure Ageing
Vessel (PAV)" with "EN 14769, Bitumen and bituminous binders ― Accelerated long-term ageing conditioning
by a Pressure Ageing Vessel (PAV)",
Delete reference to prEN 14895 and prEN 14896.
Replace the title of EN 1431 with the following: "Bitumen and bituminous binders ― Determination of residual
binder and oil distillate from bitumen emulsions by distillation".
Replace the title of EN ISO 9001 with the following: "Quality management systems ― Requirements
(ISO 9001:2008).
2 Modification to 4.1
Replace the existing text of sub-clause 4.1 and its heading with the following:
"
4.1 Factory Production Control (FPC): general
The producer shall operate a documented Factory Production Control (FPC) system complying with the
requirements of this document. The manufacturer shall establish, document and maintain an FPC system to
ensure that the products placed on the market conform to the stated characteristics. The FPC system shall
consist of procedures, regular inspections and tests and/or assessments and the use of the results to control
the quality of the finished product.
An FPC system conforming to the requirements of EN ISO 9001 and made specific to the requirements of this
standard shall be deemed to satisfy the above requirements."

3 Modification to 6.1
Replace the existing text of sub-clause 6.1 with the following:

"All necessary facilities, equipment and personnel shall be available to carry out the required inspections and
tests.
Inspection and testing shall be carried out at least as frequently as indicated in Table 1 to Table 5."

4 Modification to 6.3
Replace the existing text of sub-clause 6.3 with the following:
"
6.3.1 General
The finished binders shall be inspected and tested using procedures detailed in the Quality Plan and to a
schedule complying with the requirements of this clause and Table 4 and Table 5.
Appropriate statistical records shall be maintained in order to monitor and verify process capability and
product characteristics.
6.3.2 Definition of a batch
Two definitions are accepted function of the production scheme and the production parameters (registration of
production and components, calibration of the equipment).
1) The quantity of (bituminous) binder produced and stored in one tank once the production run into
that tank has been completed. The batch is considered to remain the same as long as no new
production has been added.
In this case factory production control has to be performed on samples taken from the constituted batch.
2) The maximum amount of a given product which may be produced without testing of a production
sample. The frequency of testing may however not be less than one control every 200 tons or
monthly whilst producing, whichever is more frequent (if product is produced).
NOTE In the case of products, which are usually produced in small quantities, it is recommended to systematically
sample and test the first monthly production run.
In this case the taking and testing of a “batch contro
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