SIST EN 16657:2016/oprA1:2017
(Amendment)Tanks for the transport of dangerous goods - Transport tank equipment for overfill prevention devices for static tanks
Tanks for the transport of dangerous goods - Transport tank equipment for overfill prevention devices for static tanks
This European Standard specifies the minimum performance and construction requirements for overfill prevention controllers located on the tank vehicle.
This European Standard applies to overfill prevention controllers for liquid fuels, having a flash point up to but not exceeding 100 °C.
The requirements apply to overfill prevention controllers suitable for use at ambient temperatures in the range from 25 °C to +60 °C, and subject to normal operational pressure variations.
Tanks für die Beförderung gefährlicher Güter - Transporttankausrüstung für Überfüllsicherungen für ortsfeste Tanks
Diese Europäische Norm legt die Mindestanforderungen an Leistung und Bauweise von an Tankfahrzeugen angebrachten Steuereinrichtungen für Überfüllsicherungen fest.
Diese Europäische Norm gilt für Steuereinrichtungen von Überfüllsicherungen für flüssige Brenn- und Kraftstoffe mit einem Flammpunkt bis einschließlich 100 °C.
Die Anforderungen gelten für Steuereinrichtungen von Überfüllsicherungen, die für die Verwendung innerhalb eines Umgebungstemperaturbereichs von −25 °C bis +60 °C sowie die Einwirkung normaler Schwankungen des Betriebsdrucks geeignet sind.
Citernes destinées au transport de matières dangereuses - Dispositifs limiteurs de remplissage pour réservoirs statiques à bord de véhicules-citernes
La présente Norme européenne spécifie les prescriptions minimales de performance et de construction applicables aux contrôleurs limiteurs de remplissage installés sur le véhicule-citerne.
La présente Norme européenne s'applique aux contrôleurs limiteurs de remplissage pour carburants pétroliers liquides ayant un point d'éclair inférieur ou égal à 100 °C.
Les prescriptions s'appliquent aux contrôleurs limiteurs de remplissage fonctionnant à des températures ambiantes comprises entre – 25 °C et + 60 °C et soumis à des variations de pression normales de fonctionnement.
Cisterne za prevoz nevarnega blaga - Oprema cistern za preprečitev prepolnitve za nepremične rezervoarje - Dopolnilo A1
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Overview
SIST EN 16657:2016/oprA1:2017 is a European standard developed by CEN that specifies essential performance and construction requirements for overfill prevention controllers used on static transport tanks. The standard focuses specifically on controllers designed for liquid fuels with a flash point up to 100 °C, ensuring safe loading and transport of dangerous goods. It covers devices operating under ambient temperatures from -25 °C to +60 °C and normal pressure variations, addressing the critical need to prevent hazardous overfill situations during fuel transport.
Adherence to SIST EN 16657:2016/oprA1:2017 supports enhanced safety, regulatory compliance, and operational reliability for tank vehicles transporting flammable liquids. As an amendment to the original EN 16657:2016, this document refines existing requirements and maintains alignment with European directives on the transport of dangerous goods.
Key Topics
Overfill Prevention Controllers
The standard defines minimum performance criteria and construction requirements for overfill prevention devices used with static tanks mounted on transport vehicles.Scope of Application
Applicable to liquid fuels with flash points up to (but not exceeding) 100 °C, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of hazardous liquids commonly transported.Environmental Conditions
The equipment must function reliably within temperature ranges from -25 °C to +60 °C and accommodate typical operational pressure fluctuations during transport.Construction and Safety Requirements
The standard emphasizes robust build quality, reliability, and fail-safe operation to minimize risks associated with fuel overfill, such as spills, fires, and environmental contamination.Compliance and Testing
It outlines criteria for performance verification and testing, helping manufacturers and operators demonstrate conformity with European safety norms.
Applications
SIST EN 16657:2016/oprA1:2017 is critical for stakeholders involved in the transport of dangerous goods, including:
Fuel Transport Operators
Companies specializing in road tanker fuel delivery rely on overfill prevention controllers compliant with this standard to ensure safe and efficient loading procedures.Tank Vehicle Manufacturers
Vehicle and tank manufacturers integrate approved overfill prevention equipment to meet regulatory and safety requirements for transporting flammable liquids.Safety Inspectors and Regulators
Authorities reviewing transport safety use this standard as a benchmark to certify equipment and enforce compliance.Environmental Protection Organizations
The standard indirectly supports environmental protection efforts by reducing the likelihood of spills and leaks during fuel transport.
Related Standards
- EN 13530-1:2010 – Composite and Metallic Transport Tanks for Liquids and Gases.
- EN 13133 – Tanks and Containers for Transporting Dangerous Goods – Operational Requirements.
- EN 14025 – Requirements for Transfer of Liquids in Road Tankers.
- ADR Agreement – European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road, which references equipment standards for transport safety.
Practical Value
Implementing SIST EN 16657:2016/oprA1:2017 ensures:
- Improved safety by preventing dangerous overfill incidents in tanks carrying flammable liquids.
- Increased lifespan and reliability of transport tank equipment.
- Compliance with European regulations, facilitating cross-border transport within the EU.
- Reduction of environmental risks and cleanup costs associated with accidental fuel spills.
- Enhanced confidence for operators, manufacturers, and regulatory bodies in the safety measures applied to transport tanks.
By following SIST EN 16657:2016/oprA1:2017, transport industry stakeholders can maintain stringent safety controls, safeguard human health, and protect the environment during fuel transportation. This standard is a key element in the broader framework of regulations governing the safe handling and carriage of dangerous goods by road.
Standards Content (Sample)
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Tanks for the transport of dangerous goods - Transport tank equipment for overfill
prevention devices for static tanks
Tanks für die Beförderung gefährlicher Güter - Transporttankausrüstung für
Überfüllsicherungen für ortsfeste Tanks
Citernes destinées au transport de matières dangereuses - Dispositifs limiteurs de
remplissage pour réservoirs statiques à bord de véhicules-citernes
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 16657:2016/prA1
ICS:
13.300 Varstvo pred nevarnimi Protection against dangerous
izdelki goods
23.020.20 Posode in vsebniki, montirani Vessels and containers
na vozila mounted on vehicles
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
DRAFT
EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 16657:2016
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
prA1
June 2017
ICS 13.300; 23.020.10; 23.020.20; 75.200
English Version
Tanks for the transport of dangerous goods - Transport
tank equipment for overfill prevention devices for static
tanks
Citernes destinées au transport de matières Tanks für die Beförderung gefährlicher Güter -
dangereuses - Dispositifs limiteurs de remplissage Transporttankausrüstung für Überfüllsicherungen für
pour réservoirs statiques à bord de véhicules-citernes ortsfeste Tanks
This draft amendment is submitted to CEN members for enquiry. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee CEN/TC 296.
This draft amendment A1, if approved, will modify the European Standard EN 16657:2016. 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-CENELEC
Management Centre has the same status as the official versions.
CEN members
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 16657:2016/oprA1:2017 is a draft published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Tanks for the transport of dangerous goods - Transport tank equipment for overfill prevention devices for static tanks". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the minimum performance and construction requirements for overfill prevention controllers located on the tank vehicle. This European Standard applies to overfill prevention controllers for liquid fuels, having a flash point up to but not exceeding 100 °C. The requirements apply to overfill prevention controllers suitable for use at ambient temperatures in the range from 25 °C to +60 °C, and subject to normal operational pressure variations.
This European Standard specifies the minimum performance and construction requirements for overfill prevention controllers located on the tank vehicle. This European Standard applies to overfill prevention controllers for liquid fuels, having a flash point up to but not exceeding 100 °C. The requirements apply to overfill prevention controllers suitable for use at ambient temperatures in the range from 25 °C to +60 °C, and subject to normal operational pressure variations.
SIST EN 16657:2016/oprA1:2017 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.300 - Protection against dangerous goods; 23.020.20 - Vessels and containers mounted on vehicles. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 16657:2016/oprA1:2017 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 16657:2016+A1:2018, SIST EN 16657:2016. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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