What is BS EN 13446 - Withdrawal capacity of fasteners about?
BS EN 13446 is one of a series of European standards that fall under the common title of “Wood-based panels”.
BS EN 13446 specifies a test method for determining the withdrawal capacity of nails, screws and staples inserted into wood-based panels.
This test method can be used for any combination of fastener type and wood-based panel product.
Who is BS EN 13446 - Withdrawal capacity of fasteners for?
BS EN 13446 on wood-based panels is useful for:
- Wood flooring and laminates companies
- Architects
- Interior designers
- Carpenters
Why should you use BS EN 13446 - Withdrawal capacity of fasteners?
Fasteners like nails, screws and staples are used to keep the wood panels attached to a surface and prevent protrusion of the panels or prevent the wooden panels from coming off of the floors, walls, or furniture. The withdrawal capacity of fasteners is their limit to keep the wooden panels attached to the permanent surface or other wooden panels.
BS EN 13446 ensures that you perform the test method accurately by providing you with a detailed account of the apparatus requirements, conditioning requirements and the step-by-step procedure for the test method. BS EN 13446 also provides you with a formula to calculate the withdrawal capacities of the fasteners.
Overall, the test method described in BS EN 13446 helps you to identify fasteners with higher withdrawal capacities.