What is BS EN 12697-17 - Particle loss of porous asphalt specimens about?
BS EN 12697-17 discusses test methods for determining the particle loss of porous asphalt specimens. BS EN 12697-17 specifies a test method for determining the particle loss of porous asphalt mixtures. Particle loss is assessed by the loss of mass of porous asphalt samples after turns in the Los Angeles machine. This test enables the estimation of the abrasion resistance of porous asphalt.
Note: BS EN 12697-17 applies to laboratory compacted cylindrical specimens of porous asphalt mixtures, the upper sieve size of which does not exceed 22,4 mm. It does not reflect the abrasive effect of studded tyres.
Who is BS EN 12697-17 - Particle loss of porous asphalt specimens for?
BS EN 12697-17 on particle loss of porous asphalt specimens is useful for:
- Manufacturers and suppliers of bituminous mixtures and asphalt
- Suppliers of construction materials
- Construction and civil engineers
- Contractors
- Road maintenance authorities
- Asphalt industry
Why should you use BS EN 12697-17 - Particle loss of porous asphalt specimens?
Bituminous materials are employed in a variety of applications, including road construction, roofing, waterproofing, and more. Particle loss of asphalt mix from pavement surfacing leads to surface distress described as ravelling which in turn affects pavement performance.
BS EN 12697-17, which helps you in delivering more durable and long-lasting products and services, that could ultimately reduce maintenance requirements while mitigating risk arising.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS EN 12697-17:2017 It supersedes BS EN 12697-17:2004, which is withdrawn. BS EN 12697-17:2017 includes some technical changes with respect to BS EN 12697-17:2004. These include:
- Change from size (diameter/height of specimen) to mass for the suitability of specimen
- New clause 4.5; detailed definition of the storage time with addition of explaining note
- Age of specimen and storage conditions added to the test report
- Clause 6.3, including NOTE, deleted. The void content and density shall always be reported