What is BS EN 12811-2 - Temporary works equipment about?
BS EN 12811-2 is the second part of the BS EN 12811 multi-series that discusses temporary works equipment.
BS EN 12811-2 provides guidance on where to find information on materials often used in temporary works. It draws attention to a number of points that a designer should take into account.
The information given is limited to commonly used steel, aluminium alloys, cast iron, timber and timber-based materials.
Requirements are also given for welding, for limiting corrosion and other deterioration.
It is limited to the selection of types and grades of material from standards, which are either international or European Standards.
Who is BS EN 12811-2 - Temporary works equipment for?
BS EN 12811-2 on information on materials for temporary work equipment is useful for:
- Civil engineers
- Architects
- Real estate developers
- Construction contractors
Why should you use BS EN 12811-2 - Temporary works equipment?
BS EN 12811-2 acts as a guidance document for its users by providing them references to documents for temporary works equipment made of a specific material. BS EN 12811-2 helps you to accurately navigate through individual documents for purposes of dimensions and tolerances, the inspection of documents, general requirements etc.
Overall, the guidance of BS EN 12811-2 facilitates the selection of materials procedure by helping you gain information on them.