EN 13892-6 Test Methods for Screed Materials - Standard Test for Determination of Surface Hardness

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EN 13892-6 Test Methods for Screed Materials - Standard Test for Determination of Surface Hardness

EUROLAB, with its state-of-the-art accredited laboratories and expert team, offers precise and rapid testing services within the scope of EN 13892-6 testing. This European standard specifies a method for determining the surface hardness of molded mortar samples made of magnesite screed material or cementitious screed, calcium sulphate screed and fine aggregate synthetic resin screed material.

EN 13892-6 Test Methods for Screed Materials - Standard Test for Determination of Surface Hardness

Surface hardness is determined by measuring the permanent indentation depth produced by a steel ball placed on the surface under a standard load. Surface hardness is calculated as the load on the ball separated by the indentation surface area.

A hardness tester capable of applying a starting and a main load vertically on a steel ball with precise measurement of vertical movement using a dial gauge with 0,001mm scale pitch is applied. The steel ball may be embedded in the end of a steel rod through which loads are applied.

The standard provides a standardized test procedure for measuring the surface hardness of screed materials. Testing typically involves the use of a testing apparatus or device designed to apply a specific force or load to the surface of the screed material and measure the resulting hardness. This is done to evaluate the material's resistance to indentation and abrasion, which can be very important in applications where the screed material will be exposed to heavy foot traffic or other potential sources of wear and tear.

EN 13892-6 aims to ensure consistency and quality in the evaluation of surface hardness of screed materials. Results from this testing can help manufacturers, builders, and contractors select appropriate screed materials for specific projects based on expected surface wear and performance requirements.

EUROLAB assists manufacturers with EN 13892-6 test compliance. Our test experts, with their professional working mission and principles, provide you, our manufacturers and suppliers, the best service and controlled testing process in our laboratories. Thanks to these services, businesses receive more effective, high-performance and quality testing services and provide safe, fast and uninterrupted service to their customers.

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