SIST EN 14415:2004
(Main)Geosynthetic barriers - Test method for determining the resistance to leaching
Geosynthetic barriers - Test method for determining the resistance to leaching
This European Standard describes a method of testing the resistance to leaching of polymeric or bituminous geosynthetic barriers, and the polymeric component of geosynthetic clay barriers, in hot water (method A), aqueous alkaline liquids (method B) and organic alcohols (method C).
Geosynthetische Dichtungsbahnen - Prüfverfahren zur Bestimmung der Beständigkeit gegen Auslaugen
Diese Europäische Norm beschreibt Laboratoriumsverfahren zur Prüfung des Auslaugungsverhaltens von polymeren oder bituminösen geosynthetischen Dichtungsbahnen und geosynthetischen Tondichtungsbahnen in heißem Wasser (Verfahren A), wässrigen alkalischen Flüssigkeiten (Verfahren B) und organischen Alkoholen (Verfahren C).
Géomembranes, géosynthétiques bentonitiques - Méthode d'essai pour la détermination de la résistance a la lixiviation
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General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 30-Jun-2004
- Technical Committee
- ITEK - Textile and textile products
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-Jul-2004
- Due Date
- 01-Jul-2004
- Completion Date
- 01-Jul-2004
Overview
EN 14415:2004 - "Geosynthetic barriers - Test method for determining the resistance to leaching" (CEN) describes a standardized laboratory method to evaluate the leaching resistance of geosynthetic barriers. The standard applies to polymeric and bituminous geosynthetic membranes and to the polymeric component of geosynthetic clay barriers, using three solution types: hot water (method A), aqueous alkaline liquids (method B) and organic alcohols (method C). This test method helps assess chemical durability and environmental performance of geosynthetic barriers used in containment systems.
Key Topics
- Scope and applicability
- Test applicability to polymeric membranes, bituminous membranes, and polymeric layers in geosynthetic clay liners.
- Leaching media
- Three defined media classes: hot water, alkaline aqueous solutions, and organic alcohols to simulate different environmental/chemical exposures.
- Performance focus
- Assessment of the material’s resistance to chemical extraction (leaching) of constituent components that could degrade barrier performance or release contaminants.
- Test purpose
- Support product development, quality control, durability assessment and environmental safety evaluation.
- Standardization and reproducibility
- Provides a harmonized procedure for laboratories to produce comparable results across manufacturers and projects.
Applications
EN 14415 is primarily used where long-term containment and chemical resistance of geosynthetic materials are critical. Typical applications include:
- Landfill liners and capping systems (waste containment)
- Reservoir, canal and pond liners (water management)
- Mining tailings containment and heap leach pads
- Industrial secondary containment and bunds
- Tunnels and underground structures requiring waterproofing and chemical resistance
Who uses this standard:
- Geosynthetic manufacturers for product development and certification
- Independent testing laboratories conducting durability and leaching tests
- Civil and environmental engineers specifying lining systems
- Contractors and installers verifying product suitability on projects
- Regulators and owners assessing compliance and environmental impact
Related Standards
- Other CEN EN standards covering geosynthetics (tensile strength, permeability, ageing, and chemical compatibility tests) are commonly used alongside EN 14415 for a complete evaluation of geosynthetic barrier performance.
- EN 14415 is typically integrated into project specifications and regulatory frameworks that reference geosynthetic material testing and environmental durability.
EN 14415:2004 is a practical, laboratory-focused test method that supports reliable selection and quality control of geosynthetic barriers where chemical exposure and leaching are design concerns. Keywords: geosynthetic barriers, leaching resistance, EN 14415, geosynthetic membranes, geosynthetic clay barriers, test method, chemical durability.
Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 14415:2004 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Geosynthetic barriers - Test method for determining the resistance to leaching". This standard covers: This European Standard describes a method of testing the resistance to leaching of polymeric or bituminous geosynthetic barriers, and the polymeric component of geosynthetic clay barriers, in hot water (method A), aqueous alkaline liquids (method B) and organic alcohols (method C).
This European Standard describes a method of testing the resistance to leaching of polymeric or bituminous geosynthetic barriers, and the polymeric component of geosynthetic clay barriers, in hot water (method A), aqueous alkaline liquids (method B) and organic alcohols (method C).
SIST EN 14415:2004 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 59.080.70 - Geotextiles. 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.Geosynthetische Dichtungsbahnen - Prüfverfahren zur Bestimmung der Beständigkeit gegen AuslaugenGéomembranes, géosynthétiques bentonitiques - Méthode d'essai pour la détermination de la résistance a la lixiviationGeosynthetic barriers - Test method for determining the resistance to leachin
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