What is BS EN 13265 - Geotextiles and geotextile related products in liquid waste containment projects about?
BS EN 13265 specifies the relevant characteristics of geotextiles and geotextile-related products used in liquid waste containment projects, and the appropriate test methods to determine these characteristics.
BS EN 13265 specifies you the uses of geotextiles and geotextile related products in liquid waste containment projects.
Who is BS EN 13265 - Geotextiles and geotextile related products in liquid waste containment projects for?
BS EN 13265 on required characteristics for use in liquid waste containment projects is useful for:
- Waste management authorities
- Waste treatment plants
- Geotextiles and geotextile related products manufacturers
- Public works department officials
Why should you use BS EN 13265 - Geotextiles and geotextile related products in liquid waste containment projects?
The main functions of geotextiles and geotextile-related products used in liquid waste containment projects are filtration, reinforcement, and protection. If a drainage or erosion control system is integrated into the construction, the requirements of the appropriate standards shall also be fulfilled. The producer shall provide the necessary data based on the requirements and test methods specified in BS EN 13265.
BS EN 13265 allows manufacturers to describe geotextiles and geotextile-related products based on declared values for characteristics relevant to the intended use and if tested to the specified method. BS EN 13265 also includes procedures for the assessment and verification of constancy of performance and factory production control.
BS EN 13265 is part of a series of standards, addressing the requirements for geotextiles and geotextile-related products when used in a specific application. BS EN 13265 provides guidance on how to select the appropriate standard.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS EN 13265:2016 supersedes BS EN 13265:2014+A1:2015 which has been withdrawn. BS EN 13265:2016 has been editorially revised.