CEN/TC 53/WG 9 - Trench lining systems

This document specifies methods of calculation and test to assess the conformity of manually operated hydraulic systems for groundwork support whose performance is specified in prEN 14653-1.

This document specifies constructional and structural requirements for manually operated hydraulic shoring systems made from steel and aluminium for groundwork support.
It specifies characteristic resistances for the equipment.

This second part of European Standard prEN 13331 specifies methods of calculation and test to assess conformity with Part 1. It is limited to steel, cast iron and aluminium for the principal components.

This European Standard specifies the requirements for metallic trench lining systems assembled completely from prefabricated components which are all purpose made. It includes material requirements, constructional and structural requirements and quality assurance.