Eurocode

The Euro code (abbreviated EC, commonly used to cut a particular document ) are pan-European, harmonized rules for the design in construction. These European Standards have been - as well as the DIN standards, the ÖNORMs and the Swiss standards - by scientists, engineers and users of the Member States of the European Committee for Standardization ( CEN briefly ) worked out. Part of this European standardization is the partial safety concept.

Euro codes

There are currently 10 Euro code ( EC 0 to EC 9 in the standards EN 1990 and EN 1999), covering all major areas of construction. These standards are each further subdivided. There are a total of 58 sub- standards. In addition, the Standards Committees of the Member States to create each Euro code a " national annex " in which especially the Nationally Determined Parameters, such as partial safety factors can be defined. In addition, however, additional explanations given (for example, in case of doubt as a result of translation from English ) and other application rules are prescribed.

The Euro codes appear officially in English, German and French. While other translations, such as through national standards bodies are possible translations in the three main languages ​​are monitored by CEN, or approved.

  • Euro code 0: Basis of structural design ( EN 1990 )
  • Euro Code 1: Actions on structures ( EN 1991, consisting of 10 sub- standards)
  • Euro Code 2: Design of reinforced concrete and prestressed concrete structures ( EN 1992, consisting of 4 Part standards)
  • Euro code 3: Design of steel structures ( EN 1993, consisting of 20 sub- standards)
  • Euro Code 4: Design of composite structures of steel and concrete ( EN 1994, consisting of 3 sub- standards)
  • Euro Code 5: Design of timber structures ( EN 1995, consisting of three sub- standards)
  • Euro Code 6: Design of masonry structures ( EN 1996, consisting of 4 Part standards)
  • Euro Code 7: Design, analysis and design in geotechnical engineering ( EN 1997, consisting of two sub- standards)
  • Euro Code 8: Design of structures for earthquake resistance ( EN 1998, consisting of 6 Part standards)
  • Euro Code 9: Analysis and design of aluminum structures ( EN 1999, consisting of five sub- standards)

History

Background

The European Commission adopted a program for the elimination of trade barriers in the construction sector in 1975. So it was in the 1980s to the first Euro codes for structural engineering.

1989, this task has been passed by the European Commission to CEN, the European standardization organization. First, the Euro codes published as a European pre-standards ( ENV), via the so-called National Application Documents ( NAD) were tentatively introduced by the building for use. They included so-called boxed values ​​in order to take into account national differences in types, safety requirements and climatic conditions. Since 1997, these pre-standards were transferred to European standards (EN).

Introduction

The application of the Euro codes is mandatory for construction projects that have been submitted after 1 July 2012 in Germany. To this date, the euro was introduced by the building codes in Germany and are thus applicable law. Only in Bavaria for a transitional period until 31 December 2013 was granted. Until that day, either the old standards or the Euro codes nor may be used. A mixed use within a construction project, however, is prohibited.

In Austria, the euro codes with their National Annexes are introduced mandatory since 1 July 2009. The old standards are therefore invalid and may not be used.

In Switzerland, there are no plans to replace Swiss standards by the Euro codes. The Swiss Engineers and Architects Association is planning the introduction of the "Swiss Code" mentioned standards that should be compatible with the Euro codes. The application of the Euro codes is still permitted in Switzerland. However, there are no national attachments in which the nationally determined parameters are fixed. These parameters must be coordinated between the planner and builder in preparation for a specific project.

Objective of unification

A Europe-wide standardization in construction offers several advantages that have moved to the CEN States to establish the Euro codes:

  • Setting uniform design criteria
  • National harmonization of different rules
  • Uniform basis for research and development
  • Easier exchange of services and products in the building industry
  • Easier Europe-wide tenders of construction work
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