What is BS EN 755-1 about?
BS EN 755 is a series of European standards on aluminium and aluminium alloys that discusses the best procedures and specifications required for inspecting the quality of manufactured products. BS EN 755-1 is the first part of a series of documents on aluminium and aluminium alloys. BS EN 755-1 specifies the technical conditions for inspection and delivery of wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy extruded rod/bar, tube and profile for general engineering applications.
NOTE: BS EN 755-1 does not apply to:
- Forging stock (EN 603 (all parts)),
- Extruded precision profiles in alloys EN AW-6060 and EN AW-6063 (EN 12020 (all parts)),
- Products delivered in coils (EN 13957),
- Coiled tubes cut to length (EN 13957).
Who is BS EN 755-1 for?
BS EN 755-1 on aluminium and aluminium alloys is relevant to:
- Producers, suppliers, testers, transporters and users of aluminium and aluminium alloys with a focus on extruded rod/bar, tube and profiles
- Aluminium extruders and stockers
- Foundries and foundry suppliers
- Casting producers, designers and buyers
- Design engineers
- Those involved in related product development and R&D
Why should you use BS EN 755-1?
Aluminium profiles are used wherever you build machine frames, workstations, shelves or guarding. Sturdy and flexible aluminium system profiles are also used for test set-ups, exhibit construction and load-bearing structures.
BS EN 755-1 includes guidelines on ordering processes, manufacturing processes, quality control, chemical composition limits, test procedures and sampling.
BS EN 755-1 assist you in monitoring, and control of the manufacturing processes and facilities.
With BS EN 755-1 you can be ensured that the products consistently meet and exceed quality assurance targets. With the necessary guidance and compliance to BS EN 755-1, you can manufacture high-quality aluminium extruded rod/bar, tube, and profiles
What’s changed since the last update?
BS EN 755-1:2016 supersedes BS EN 755-1:2008 which is withdrawn.
The following technical modifications have been introduced during the revision:
- Clause 4, Ordering information
- Subclause 5.5, Freedom from surface defects
- Subclause 6.3.2, Mechanical properties