What is BS EN 491 - Concrete roofing tiles testing about?
BS EN 491 is a European Standard that discusses concrete roofing tiles and fittings for roof covering and wall cladding. BS EN 491 provides test methods to prove their durability.
BS EN 491 specifies test methods for concrete roofing tiles and fittings conforming to EN 490, for assembly into pitched roof covering or external wall cladding or internal wall lining cladding.
Who is BS EN 491 - Concrete roofing tiles testing for?
BS EN 491 on concrete roofing tiles testing for roof covering and wall cladding is useful for:
- Manufacturers of concrete and cement
- Manufacturers of concrete products
- The construction industry
- Builders / real estate developers / architects
- Contractors
- Civil / building / construction engineers
- Project managers
- Product development / innovation teams
- Quality control personnel
Why should you use BS EN 491 - Concrete roofing tiles testing?
Tile roofing has long been a favourite choice among homeowners who prefer a beautiful, economical, and long-lasting solutions for their roofs.
BS EN 491 provides guidance on test methods, hanging length and squareness of regular front edge tiles. BS EN 491 provides details for conducting the test such as guidelines on the apparatus, procedures, expression of results, conditioning of tiles, materials, and test specimen assembly.
BS EN 491 walks you through the process of testing concrete roofing tiles so that customers have access to durable tiles.