What is BS EN 13880-13 - Determination of the discontinuous extension (adherence test) about?
BS EN 13880-13 discusses hot-applied sealant systems. BS EN 13880-13 describes a method for determining the extensibility and the adhesion to the concrete of hot-applied sealant systems with or without priming simulating the moving of concrete pavement slabs during cooling conditions in wintertime.
Who is BS EN 13880-13 - Determination of the discontinuous extension (adherence test) for?
BS EN 13880-13 on the determination of the discontinuous extension (adherence test) is useful for:
- Manufacturers of sealants
- Construction industry
- Civil engineers
Why should you use BS EN 13880-13 - Determination of the discontinuous extension (adherence test)?
Hot-applied sealant systems are used by the building, automotive, aerospace, electronics, and other industries for joining gap filling, and frequently structural bonding of a variety of engineering materials. To fulfill its designated functions, the sealant needs to retain cohesive integrity as well as adhere to the joined substrates throughout the lifetime of the sealed or bonded structure. BS EN 13880-13 describes a method for determining the extensibility and the adhesion to the concrete of hot-applied sealant systems to find new ways to improve joint design and longevity. BS EN 13880-13 provides a test that helps to establish whether sealants will remain cohesive and bond to concrete when subjected to discontinuous accelerated extension steps.