What is BS EN 1501-4- Noise test code for refuse collection vehicles (RCV)s about?
BS EN 1501 is a European Standard that discusses general requirements and safety requirements for refuse collection vehicles and their associated lifting devices.
BS EN 1501-4 is the fourth part of a multi-part series that provides a procedure for the measurement and calculation of sound power emitted by RCVs, thus enabling manufacturers and importers to mark and certify all three types of RCVs in compliance with the standard.
BS EN 1501-4 goal is to obtain, on one hand, the emission sound pressure level at the operator’s position(s) and, on the other hand, the sound power level of the RCV during waste collection.
BS EN 1501-4 specifies a standardized procedure for measurement and later comparison of RCVs noise emission, consisting of four operating conditions: chassis operation, compaction operation, lifting, tilting and lowering operation of a container and dumping of specified waste into the RCV.
Who is BS EN 1501-4 - Noise test code for RCVs for?
BS EN 1501-4 on noise test code for RCVs is useful for:
- Refuse collection vehicle manufacturers
- Government authorities operating RCVs
- Design engineers
Why should you use BS EN 1501-4 - Noise test code for RCVs?
Determination of noise emission amount is important for the manufacturers for assessing the reduction results while designing the vehicle. According to the European Union, it is a mandate to mark the RCVs within the sound power level.
BS EN 1501-4 guides you in the preparation of the RCV for measurement like test environment, choice of the RV and position of the RCV during measurement to test the vehicle’s sound power level.
BS EN 1501-4 also assists you with the operating conditions (before and) during measurement and guides in determining the averaged sound power level for a combination of operating conditions.
This assists in manufacturing efficient and eco-friendly RCV with reduced noise levels to prevent noise pollution.