What is BS EN 13459 - samples of road marking materials for testing about?
Road marking materials are largely assessed using road trials. BS EN 13459 discusses road marking materials. The main objective of BS EN 13459 is to differentiate road marking materials based on their quality and performance.
BS EN 13459 specifies methods to obtain representative samples of road marking materials for testing and gives the appropriate test methods.
Note: BS EN 13459 may apply to the verification and/or identification of consignments of road marking materials or materials held in stock, for example in a warehouse or at the manufacturer's storage facility, or for materials that require checking prior to application.
Who is BS EN 13459 - samples of road marking materials for testing for?
BS EN 13459 on samples of road marking materials for testing is useful for:
- Roadway / Highway authorities
- Relevant government / municipal authorities
- Manufacturers and suppliers of road marking materials
- Inspection and testing personnel
- Quality control personnel
- Safety and compliance bodies
Why should you use BS EN 13459 - samples of road marking materials for testing?
Road markings guide motorists for the safe movement of traffic.
The methods described in BS EN 13459 to obtain representative samples are appropriate for the main product types, i.e. paint, cold plastics, thermoplastics, premix glass beads, drop-on materials, performed road markings, and retroreflecting road studs.
BS EN 13459 provides sampling procedures for markings such as retroreflecting road studs, and preformed road markings. In addition to testing of samples, BS EN 13459 provides guidance on identification and verification of testing.
BS EN 13459 contributes to minimizing the risk of confusion and hazard for the drivers considering visual aspects and changes in surface properties of road markings.