BS EN 17516:2023

Waste. Characterization of granular solids with potential for use as construction material. Compliance leaching test. Up-flow percolation test

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Standard number:	BS EN 17516:2023
Pages:	76
Released:	2023-11-10
ISBN:	978 0 539 13515 2
Status:	Standard

BS EN 17516:2023 - Waste Characterization of Granular Solids for Construction Use

Introducing the BS EN 17516:2023, a comprehensive standard that sets the benchmark for the characterization of granular solids with potential for use as construction materials. This standard is essential for ensuring the safety, reliability, and environmental compliance of materials used in construction projects. Released on November 10, 2023, this document is a must-have for professionals in the construction and waste management industries.

Key Features and Benefits

The BS EN 17516:2023 standard provides detailed guidelines and procedures for conducting compliance leaching tests, specifically the up-flow percolation test. This test is crucial for determining the leaching behavior of granular solids, ensuring that they meet the necessary environmental and safety standards before being used in construction.

Standard Number: BS EN 17516:2023
Pages: 76
Released: 2023-11-10
ISBN: 978 0 539 13515 2
Status: Standard

Comprehensive Coverage

With 76 pages of in-depth information, the BS EN 17516:2023 standard covers all aspects of the up-flow percolation test. This includes detailed procedures, equipment requirements, and data interpretation guidelines. Whether you are a seasoned professional or new to the field, this standard provides all the information you need to conduct accurate and reliable tests.

Ensuring Environmental Compliance

One of the primary goals of the BS EN 17516:2023 standard is to ensure that granular solids used in construction do not pose a risk to the environment. By following the guidelines outlined in this standard, you can be confident that your materials meet the necessary environmental regulations, helping to protect our planet for future generations.

Enhancing Safety and Reliability

In addition to environmental compliance, the BS EN 17516:2023 standard also focuses on the safety and reliability of construction materials. By conducting the up-flow percolation test, you can identify any potential issues with your materials before they are used in construction, reducing the risk of structural failures and ensuring the longevity of your projects.

Why Choose BS EN 17516:2023?

The BS EN 17516:2023 standard is an invaluable resource for anyone involved in the construction and waste management industries. Here are just a few reasons why you should choose this standard:

Expertly Written: This standard has been developed by industry experts with years of experience in the field, ensuring that it provides accurate and reliable information.
Up-to-Date: Released in November 2023, this standard reflects the latest advancements and best practices in the industry.
Comprehensive: With 76 pages of detailed information, this standard covers all aspects of the up-flow percolation test, providing you with everything you need to conduct accurate and reliable tests.
Environmental and Safety Focused: This standard helps you ensure that your materials meet the necessary environmental and safety regulations, protecting both the environment and the integrity of your construction projects.

Who Should Use This Standard?

The BS EN 17516:2023 standard is designed for a wide range of professionals in the construction and waste management industries, including:

Construction Engineers: Ensure that the materials you use meet the necessary safety and environmental standards.
Waste Management Professionals: Characterize and test granular solids to determine their suitability for use in construction.
Environmental Consultants: Provide expert advice on the environmental compliance of construction materials.
Regulatory Authorities: Ensure that construction projects comply with the latest environmental and safety regulations.

Conclusion

The BS EN 17516:2023 standard is an essential resource for anyone involved in the characterization and testing of granular solids for use in construction. With its comprehensive coverage, expert guidance, and focus on environmental and safety compliance, this standard provides everything you need to ensure the reliability and integrity of your construction materials.

Don't miss out on this invaluable resource. Ensure that your materials meet the highest standards of safety and environmental compliance with the BS EN 17516:2023 standard.

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BS EN 17516:2023

This standard BS EN 17516:2023 Waste. Characterization of granular solids with potential for use as construction material. Compliance leaching test. Up-flow percolation test is classified in these ICS categories:

91.100.01 Construction materials in general

This document specifies an up-flow percolation test (PT) which is applicable in compliance testing to determine the leaching behaviour of inorganic and non-volatile organic substances from granular solids with potential for use as construction material. The test is not suitable for substances that are volatile under ambient conditions. The granular solids are subjected to percolation with water as a function of liquid to solid ratio under specified percolation conditions. The method is a once-through column leaching test. NOTE 1 Volatile organic substances include the low molecular weight substances in mixtures such as mineral oil. This up-flow percolation test is performed under specified test conditions for granular solids with potential for use as construction material and does not necessarily produce results that mimic specific intended use conditions. This test method produces eluates, which can subsequently be characterized by physical, chemical and ecotoxicological methods according to existing standard methods. The results of eluate analysis are presented as a function of the liquid/solid ratio. The test results enable the distinction between different leaching behaviour. NOTE 2 It is not always possible to adjust test conditions simultaneously for inorganic and organic substances. Test conditions can also vary between different groups of organic substances. Test conditions for organic substances are generally more stringent than those for inorganic substances. The test conditions are generally described in a way that they fit testing organic substances and are also applicable to inorganic substances depending on the set-up. NOTE 3 For ecotoxicity testing, eluates representing the release of both inorganic and organic substances are needed. In this document, ecotoxicological testing is meant to include also genotoxicological testing. NOTE 4 Granular solid waste materials with a low hydraulic conductivity that can cause detrimental pressure build-up are not supposed to be subjected to this test. NOTE 5 This procedure is generally not applicable to solids that are easily biologically degradable and solids reacting with the leachant, leading to, for example, excessive gas emission or excessive heat release, impermeable hydraulically bound solids or solids that swell in contact with water. Granular solid waste materials without potential for beneficial use are excluded from the scope. NOTE 6 Granular solid waste materials without potential for beneficial use can be materials with gas generation or biodegradation during a potential reuse scenario. This test is applicable to types of granular solid waste of which the general long-term leaching behaviour is known based on previous investigations. In this document the same test conditions as for EN 16637 3 (CEN/TC 351/WG 1) are applied in order to allow full comparability of testing construction products and waste derived construction products to avoid double testing. The EN 16637 3 test results are eligible in the context of testing granular solids with potential for use as construction material as well. NOTE 7 If a leaching test according to EN 16637 3 has been performed, additional EN 17516 testing does not need to be carried out. NOTE 8 The relative standard deviations for inorganic and organic substances are relatively high which is due to low concentration levels in the eluates (see Annex F).

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