NEN EN 12813 : 2004

1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Symbols
5 General information needed for structural analysis of a
  load bearing tower made in prefabricated components
6 Analysis methods for the design resistance of a tower
  6.1 Cases to be analysed
  6.2 Curve to be established for case 1a
  6.3 Examination methods
  6.4 Detail tests and global tests
7 The result for the calculated and experimental results
  shall be such that no calculated value is greater than
  the corresponding experimental value. Documentation
  relating to the test
8 The test report shall be in accordance with clause 9 of
  EN 12811-3:2002. Documentation to be provided
  8.1 General
  8.2 Information for the user
  8.3 Information for the falsework designer
Annex A (informative) Procedure for analysis by first order
        theory of a fully triangulated load bearing tower
        A.1 Example chosen
        A.2 Determination of the buckling load, F[cr] for
            one face of the tower
        A.3 Structural analysis by first order theory
Annex B (normative) Global test procedure
        B.1 Introduction
        B.2 Apparatus
        B.3 Choice of components
        B.4 Assembly of test tower
        B.5 Test procedure
        B.6 Data to be recorded
        B.7 Additional requirements when a horizontal load is
            also applied

Describes methods for establishing structural data for stiffness and resistance by calculation supported by tests for load bearing towers made of prefabricated components of steel or aluminium alloy.