What is BS EN 12561-6 - Manholes for tank wagons about?
BS EN 12561 is a European standard on railway applications that discusses tank wagons. BS EN 12561-6 provides the best industry guidance on manholes for tank wagons to manufacture efficient quality manholes.
BS EN 12561-6 is the sixth part of a multi-part series that applies to manholes on tank wagons used for the transport of dangerous substances.
BS EN 12561-6 specifies the dimensions for the interchangeability of seals and other wearing parts and also defines the important dimensions for:
- Manholes for gas tank wagons located in one end of the tank
- Manholes for gas tank wagons located on the top of the tank including the arrangement of fittings
- Bolted manholes for tank wagons for liquid substances located on the top of the tank
- Swing bolt manholes for tank wagons for liquid substances located on the top of the tank
BS EN 12561-6 applies to new tank wagons built after the 1st January 2010.
Note1: Quick closing/opening manholes are permitted but are not covered under BS EN 12561-6.
Note2: Safety functions of these devices are subject to RID requirements and are not described under BS EN 12561-6.
Who is BS EN 12561-6 - Manholes for tank wagons for?
BS EN 12561-6 on manholes for tank wagons is relevant to:
- Manhole manufacturers
- Tank wagons manufacturers
- Regulatory authorities
Why should you use BS EN 12561-6 - Manholes for tank wagons?
A manhole is an opening in the tank which includes the sealing, the manlid and fastenings.
BS EN 12561-6 provides you with the requirements, dimensions, threaded fasteners, surface parameters, the position of a manhole, and much more.
This assists in manufacturing efficient manholes that are durable as well as high-quality for installation in tank wagons.
With compliance and obedience to BS EN 12561-6, you can enhance the efficacy and performance of manholes and manufacture a standardised product for use in tank wagons for safe transportation of dangerous substances.