SIST EN 249:2011
(Main)Sanitary appliances - Shower trays made from crosslinked cast acrylic sheets - Requirements and test methods
Sanitary appliances - Shower trays made from crosslinked cast acrylic sheets - Requirements and test methods
This European Standard specifies the requirements for shower trays for domestic purposes made from crosslinked cast acrylic sheet conforming with EN 263 with the aim of ensuring that the product, when installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, will provide satisfactory performance in use.
This standard is applicable to all sizes and shapes of shower trays.
Sanitärausstattungsgegenstände - Duschwannen, hergestellt aus vernetzten gegossenen Acrylplatten - Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren
Diese Europäische Norm legt Anforderungen an Duschwannen für den Hausgebrauch, hergestellt aus vernetzten
gegossenen Acrylplatten, die EN 263 entsprechen, fest, mit dem Ziel sicherzustellen, dass das nach
den Einbauanweisungen des Herstellers eingebaute Produkt eine zufriedenstellende Gebrauchstauglichkeit
aufweist.
Diese Norm ist auf alle Größen und Formen von Duschwannen anwendbar.
Appareils sanitaires - Receveurs de douche en feuilles d'acrylique réticulées coulées - Prescriptions et méthodes d'essai
La présente Norme européenne spécifie les prescriptions concernant les receveurs de douche à usage domestique constitués de feuilles d’acrylique réticulées coulées conformes à l’EN 263, dans le but de s’assurer que le produit, lorsqu’il est installé conformément aux instructions du fabricant, fournit une performance satisfaisante en cours d’utilisation.
La présente norme est applicable aux receveurs de douche de toutes tailles et de toutes formes.
Sanitarne naprave - Kopalne kadi za prhanje iz litih akrilnih plošč - Zahteve in preskusne metode
Ta evropski standard opredeljuje zahteve za kopalne kadi za prhanje v domači uporabi, narejene iz zamreženih litih akrilnih plošč, ki so v skladu z EN 263 in zagotavljajo, da proizvod, kadar je nameščen v skladu z navodili proizvajalca, omogoča zadovoljivo delovanje. Ta standard velja za vse velikosti in oblike kopalnih kadi za prhanje.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 10-Oct-2011
- Technical Committee
- IOVO - Water supply and waste water engineering
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 21-Sep-2011
- Due Date
- 26-Nov-2011
- Completion Date
- 11-Oct-2011
Relations
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
Overview
SIST EN 249:2011 is a European standard that defines the requirements and test methods for shower trays made from crosslinked cast acrylic sheets. Developed by the Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo (SIST), this standard is intended to ensure that shower trays designed for domestic use deliver consistent quality, safety, and performance when installed according to manufacturer instructions. The standard applies to all shapes and sizes of shower trays produced from materials in conformance with EN 263, emphasizing product reliability and user safety in residential, hospitality, healthcare, and similar environments.
Key Topics
- Material Requirements: Shower trays must be manufactured from crosslinked cast acrylic sheets that comply with EN 263, ensuring durability, stability, and suitable characteristics for sanitary purposes.
- Surface and Structural Integrity: The standard requires trays to have smooth, defect-free surfaces without cracks, chips, or sharp edges that could affect performance or user safety.
- Dimensional Tolerances: Trays must adhere to strict dimensional and geometric requirements, including limitations for deviations in straightness, squareness, and flatness, typically not exceeding ±5 mm.
- Water Management: Specifications include the design and dimensioning of waste outlet and overflow holes to guarantee effective drainage and compatibility with standard fittings.
- Test Methods:
- Geometric Deviation Tests: Verification of squareness, straightness, and flatness of key components.
- Thermal Shock Resistance: Shower trays must withstand exposure to temperature changes without warping, cracking, or other defects.
- Impact Resistance: Trays are tested to ensure they can endure physical impacts encountered during normal use.
- Deflection Tests: Permitted deflections under specified loads simulate real-life use, with strict limits to maintain structural integrity.
- Marking and Identification: Every compliant shower tray must be clearly marked with the standard reference and the manufacturer’s or supplier’s identification.
Applications
SIST EN 249:2011 is primarily relevant for:
- Manufacturers: Ensures consistent production quality of shower trays, helping companies meet market and regulatory requirements across Europe.
- Building and Plumbing Professionals: Provides clear criteria for selecting, installing, and inspecting shower trays in residential and public buildings such as homes, hotels, dormitories, and hospitals (excluding areas with specialized medical provisions).
- Quality Assurance Laboratories: Offers standardized test methods for evaluating the conformity of acrylic sanitary appliances, streamlining product certification and market approval.
- Regulatory Authorities: Supports regulatory compliance checks by providing transparent, harmonized benchmarks for sanitary installations.
Implementing this standard helps prevent product failures, supports user safety, and reduces maintenance costs related to poorly performing shower trays.
Related Standards
Professionals working with SIST EN 249:2011 should also consider the following related European standards for sanitary appliances:
- EN 263: Crosslinked cast acrylic sheets for use in bathtubs and shower trays.
- EN 251: Shower trays - Connecting dimensions, ensuring compatibility of waste and overflow fittings.
- EN 14527: Shower trays for domestic purposes, covering additional product types and broader requirements.
Understanding these associated standards can help ensure comprehensive compliance and optimized performance in sanitary installations, particularly for products designed and installed within the European market.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 249:2011 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Sanitary appliances - Shower trays made from crosslinked cast acrylic sheets - Requirements and test methods". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the requirements for shower trays for domestic purposes made from crosslinked cast acrylic sheet conforming with EN 263 with the aim of ensuring that the product, when installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, will provide satisfactory performance in use. This standard is applicable to all sizes and shapes of shower trays.
This European Standard specifies the requirements for shower trays for domestic purposes made from crosslinked cast acrylic sheet conforming with EN 263 with the aim of ensuring that the product, when installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, will provide satisfactory performance in use. This standard is applicable to all sizes and shapes of shower trays.
SIST EN 249:2011 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.140.70 - Sanitary installations. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 249:2011 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 263:2009, SIST EN 251:2013. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
SIST EN 249:2011 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.
Standards Content (Sample)
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.QHW]WHQSanitary appliances - Shower trays made from crosslinked cast acrylic sheets - Requirements and test methods91.140.70Sanitarne napraveSanitary installationsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 249:2010SIST EN 249:2011en,fr,de01-november-2011SIST EN 249:2011SLOVENSKI
STANDARD
EUROPEAN STANDARD NORME EUROPÉENNE EUROPÄISCHE NORM
EN 249
March 2010 ICS 91.140.70 English Version
Sanitary appliances - Shower trays made from crosslinked cast acrylic sheets - Requirements and test methods
Appareils sanitaires - Receveurs de douche en feuilles d'acrylique réticulées coulées - Prescriptions et méthodes d'essai
Sanitärausstattungsgegenstände - Duschwannen, hergestellt aus vernetzten gegossenen Acrylplatten - Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren This European Standard was approved by CEN on 14 February 2010.
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Shower tray test methods .7A.1 Sequence of tests .7A.2 Geometric deviations .7A.2.1 Test apparatus .7A.2.2 Squaring .7A.2.3 Straightness of the rim side .8A.2.4 Straightness of the bottom edge of the rim .9A.2.5 Flatness of the top surface of the rim. 10A.3 Resistance to temperature change . 11A.3.1 Test apparatus . 11A.3.2 Procedure . 11A.4 Resistance to impact . 12A.4.1 Test apparatus . 12A.4.2 Procedure . 12A.5 Determination of deflections . 12A.5.1 General . 12A.5.2 Test apparatus . 12A.5.3 Preloading . 13A.5.4 Deflection test 1 − Deflection of the rim and the bottom due to a load on the bottom . 13A.5.5 Deflection test 2 − Deflection of the rim due to a load on the rim on the side of entry . 14Bibliography . 17 SIST EN 249:2011
2 Normative References
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies. EN 251, Shower trays
Connecting dimensions EN 263, Sanitary appliances
Crosslinked cast acrylic sheets for baths and shower trays for domestic purposes 3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document the following terms and definitions apply. 3.1 domestic purposes use in homes, hotels, accommodation for students, hospitals and similar buildings, except when special medical provisions are required 4 Requirements 4.1 General The manufacturer shall provide instructions for installation and care with each shower tray.
The shower tray shall be free from sharp edges that would be exposed after the installation of the shower tray in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 4.2 Material The shower tray shall be manufactured from crosslinked cast acrylic sheet complying with EN 263. 4.3 Surface appearance When the shower tray is visually inspected under strong and oblique illumination there shall be no evidence of cracks, chips, or other surface defects, such as unexpected changes in colours, etc., that will impair the appearance or performance of the shower tray. 4.4 Waste outlet hole The shower tray shall have at least one outlet hole. The dimensions of the waste outlet hole and the clearance around the waste outlet hole shall either be in accordance with the requirements of EN 251 or the manufacturer shall supply or recommend a suitable waste outlet fitting. SIST EN 249:2011
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