What is BS EN 12617-3 - Early age linear shrinkage of structural bonds about?
BS EN 12617-3 is part of a series of interrelated parts dealing with dimensional stability repair products and systems.
BS EN 12617-3 specifies a method for the determination of the early age linear shrinkage of structural bonding agents covered by EN 1504-1 and prEN 1504-4.
BS EN 12617-3 describes the procedures for the measurement of linear shrinkage from initial gel of polymer, in the form of unrestrained thin strips less than 10 mm in thickness. It is intended for the measurement of early age shrinkage, for example, 24 hours.
Who is BS EN 12617-3 - Early age linear shrinkage of structural bonds for?
BS EN 12617-3 on test method for determining early age shrinkage of structural bonding agents is useful for:
- Manufacturers/suppliers of concrete repairing products
- Civil engineers
- Architects
- Testing and inspection personnel
Why should you use BS EN 12617-3 - Early age linear shrinkage of structural bonds?
Polymers and SPS protect the concrete structures from exposure to moisture, dirt, water and contaminants. After being applied these coatings tend to shrink after curing leaving some surface area exposed. This can result in degradation of that section and over time the complete structure.
BS EN 12617-3 helps you to determine the early age linear shrinkage of polymers and SPSs by providing you with detailed guidance on the apparatus requirements, and a step-by-step procedure of its test method. Overall, the test method described in BS EN 12617-3 enables you to identify the early age shrinkage values of polymers and SPSs. This can help you to apply a sufficient layer of polymers and SPSs for protecting the concrete structures.