EN 12503-5:2001
(Main)Sports mats - Part 5: Determination of the base friction
Sports mats - Part 5: Determination of the base friction
This European Standard specifies a method for determining the anti-slip characteristics of the base of sports mats type 1 to 8 (prEN 136.203.01-1) or type 12 (prEN 136.203.01-3).
Sportmatten - Teil 5: Bestimmung der Reibungseigenschaften der Unterseite
Diese Europäische Norm legt ein Verfahren zur Bestimmung der Reibungseigenschaften der Unterseite von Sportmatten der Typen 1 bis 8 (siehe EN 12503-1:2001) oder des Typs 12 (siehe EN 12503-3:2001) fest.
Tapis de sport - Partie 5: Détermination des caractéristiques antidérapantes de la base
La présente Norme européenne prescrit une méthode de détermination des caractéristiques antidérapantes de la base des tapis de sport de types 1 à 8 de l'EN 12503-1 :2001 ou de type 12 de l'EN 12503-3 :2001.
Športne blazine - 5. del: Ugotavljanje trenja na spodnji površini
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 03-Apr-2001
- Withdrawal Date
- 30-Oct-2001
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 136 - Sports, playground and other recreational equipment
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 136/WG 22 - Gymnastic and playing field equipment
- Current Stage
- 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 26-Apr-2023
- Completion Date
- 14-Apr-2025
Overview
EN 12503-5:2001 is a European Standard established by CEN that specifies a method for determining the base friction of sports mats. This standard applies specifically to sports mats types 1 to 8 as defined in EN 12503-1:2001 and type 12 from EN 12503-3:2001. The primary focus of this standard is to evaluate the anti-slip characteristics of the base surface of these mats, ensuring safe use in various indoor sports and recreational activities.
The determination of base friction is crucial for preventing slippage and enhancing user safety during athletic activities. This standard outlines the testing apparatus, procedure, and reporting requirements, providing a consistent and reliable way to measure slip resistance.
Key Topics
Scope of Testing: The standard covers sports mats used in indoor sports environments, focusing on types 1 to 8 and type 12 mats, addressing their base friction properties for anti-slip performance.
Testing Principle: The friction test involves a pendulum with an aluminium slider that traverses the base of the mat. The energy absorbed by friction during the slider’s movement is measured to determine the slip resistance.
Apparatus Description:
- Pendulum equipped with a spring-loaded aluminium slider.
- Adjustable feet for precise leveling.
- Measurement scales calibrated for accurate friction value determination.
Test Piece Preparation: The whole mat is conditioned at a controlled temperature (21±3°C) for at least 24 hours before testing to simulate typical use conditions.
Test Procedure: The pendulum slider glides over the mat base along a fixed length. Multiple swings are recorded across different orientations to determine the lowest mean friction value, ensuring thorough assessment of slip resistance on the mat surface.
Calculation and Results: The standard provides formulas for calculating frictional values, taking into account the mat’s mass per square meter and the lowest friction readings from testing.
Reporting: A detailed test report is required, including product identification, friction values, and any deviations from the procedure.
Applications
Sports Facilities: Used for quality control and compliance checking of sports mats in gyms, indoor arenas, and recreational centers to guarantee user safety and prevent accidents due to slipping.
Manufacturing and Product Development: Manufacturers use EN 12503-5 to design and test the base friction of new sports mat products before market release, ensuring they meet safety standards.
Safety Certification: This standard supports certification processes by providing consistent and repeatable methods for assessing anti-slip properties, mandatory in many European countries for sports equipment safety compliance.
Facility Management: Helps facility managers select appropriate mats with verified slip resistance to reduce liability and maintain high safety standards.
Related Standards
- EN 12503-1:2001: Specifies safety requirements for gymnastic mats, detailing mat types 1 to 8.
- EN 12503-3:2001: Covers safety requirements specifically for judo mats, including type 12 mats.
- EN 12503-4: Details methods for determining shock absorption in sports mats, complementary to slip testing.
- EN 12503-6: Specifies the determination of top friction on sports mats, addressing surface slip resistance.
- EN 12503-7: Defines testing for static stiffness of sports mats, relevant for overall mat performance.
Implementing EN 12503-5:2001 ensures that sports mats are tested for reliable anti-slip performance, enhancing user safety during sports activities and complying with European indoor sports equipment regulations. This standard is a critical reference for manufacturers, testing laboratories, and safety inspectors aiming to uphold high-quality standards in sports mat production and deployment.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 12503-5:2001 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Sports mats - Part 5: Determination of the base friction". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies a method for determining the anti-slip characteristics of the base of sports mats type 1 to 8 (prEN 136.203.01-1) or type 12 (prEN 136.203.01-3).
This European Standard specifies a method for determining the anti-slip characteristics of the base of sports mats type 1 to 8 (prEN 136.203.01-1) or type 12 (prEN 136.203.01-3).
EN 12503-5:2001 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 97.220.30 - Indoor sports equipment. 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.Športne blazine - 5. del: Ugotavljanje trenja na spodnji površiniSportmatten - Teil 5: Bestimmung der Reibungseigenschaften der UnterseiteTapis de sport - Partie 5: Détermination des caractéristiques antidérapantes de la baseSports mats - Part 5: Determination of the base friction97.220.30Oprema za dvoranske športeIndoor sports equipmentICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 12503-5:2001SIST EN 12503-5:2002en01-september-2002SIST EN 12503-5:2002SLOVENSKI
STANDARD
EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 12503-5April 2001ICS 97.220.30English versionSports mats - Part 5: Determination of the base frictionTapis de sport - Partie 5: Détermination descaractéristiques antidérapantes de la baseSportmatten - Teil 5: Bestimmung derReibungseigenschaften der UnterseiteThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 21 January 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 12503-5:2001 ESIST EN 12503-5:2002
Page 2EN 12503-5:2001ContentsPageForeword
................................................21 Scope
................................................32Normative references
.....................................33Principle ...............................................34Apparatus
..............................................35Test piece
.............................................56Conditioning and test temperature .............................57Procedure
.............................................58Expression of results ......................................69Test report
.............................................6ForewordThis European Standard has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 136 "Sports, playground and otherrecreational equipment", the secretariat of which is held by DIN.This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical text orby endorsement, at the latest by October 2001, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latestby October 2001.This standard EN 12503 "Sports mats" consists of:Part 1:Gymnastic mats, safety requirementsPart 2:Pole vault and high jump mats, safety requirementPart 3:Judo mats, safety requirementsPart 4:Determination of shock absorptionPart 5:Determination of the base frictionPart 6:Determination of the top frictionPart 7:Determination of static stiffnessAccording to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the followingcountries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland,France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden,Switzerland and the United Kingdom.SIST EN 12503-5:2002
Page 3EN 12503-5:20011
ScopeThis European Standard specifies a method for determining the anti-slip characteristics of the base of sports matstypes 1 to 8 of EN 12503-1:2001 or type 12 of EN 12503-3:2001.2
Normative referencesThis Europen Standard incorporates, by dated or undated reference, provisions from other publications. Thesenormative references are cited at the appropriate places in the text and the publications are listed hereafter. Fordated references, subsequent amendments to or revisions of any of these publications apply to this EuropeanStandard only when incorporated in it by amendment or revision. For undated references, the latest edition of thepublication referred to applies (including amendments).EN 12503-1:2001Sports mats – Part 1: Gymnastic mats, safety requirementsEN 12503-3:2001Sports mats – Part 3: Judo mats, safety requirements3
PrincipleThe mass of the mat is determined together with the slip resistance characteristics of the base of the mat. This ismeasured by an aluminium foot (slider) attached to the arm of a pendulum, which is allowed to slide over the basefor a set distance and the energy absorbed by friction measured.4
Apparatus4.1
Friction tester4.1.1
The friction tester shall be in accordance with figure 1 and comprise of the following:a) a spring loaded slider of the mass, size and shape specified in 4.1.3 mounted on the end of a pendulum (see4.1.2) so that the sliding edge is approximately 510 mm from the axis of suspension;b) means for setting the column of the instrument vertical;c) means for raising and lowering the axis of suspension of the pendulum so that the slider can1) swing clear of the surface of the test piece, and2) be set to slide over a fixed length of surface of 126,0 mm. This length should be as near as is visuallypossible but in any case within ± 1 mm;d) means for holding and releasing the pendulum;e) a pointer balanced about the axis of suspension, indicating the position of the pendulum throughout its forwardswing and moving over the circular scale drawn as specified in 4.2. The mass of the pointer shall be not
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