EN 1356:1996

1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Principle
4 Apparatus
5 Test specimens
    5.1 Sample
    5.2 Measurement of component
    5.3 Determination of midspan deflection of a
          horizontal component due to dead weight
    5.4 Conditioning of component
6 Load test
    6.1 Temperature conditions
    6.2 Support conditions
    6.3 Loading arrangement
    6.4 Testing procedure
7 Observations and measurements after completion of the
    load test
8 Test report

This European Standard specifies a method of determining the mechanical perfor- mances of prefabricated reinforced components of autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) or lightweight aggregate concrete with open structure (LAC) according to prEN 1520 under transvere load. These include: - the midspan deflections for different load levels; - the cracking load; - the ultimate load by progressive loading until collapse; - the position and the shape of fracture.