PREN 13230-1 : DRAFT 2014

Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Common characteristics
5 Materials
6 General requirements
7 Product testing
8 Quality control
Annex A (informative) - Test method to determine
        the Taber Wear index for a fine aggregate
Annex B (informative) - Test method for freeze-thaw
        resistance
Annex C (informative) - Test method for measuring the
        water absorption of concrete at atmospheric
        pressure
Annex D (informative) - Definition and recommendation
        for measurement of rail seat inclination and
        twist between rail seats
Annex E (informative) - Surface finish
Annex F (informative) - Quality control during
        manufacturing - Routine tests and frequency
        of testing
Annex ZA (informative) - Relationship between this
         European Standard and the Essential
         Requirements of EU Directive 2008/57/EC
Bibliography

Specifies technical criteria and control procedures which have to be satisfied by the constituent materials and the finished concrete sleepers and bearers, i.e.: precast concrete sleepers, bearers for switches and crossings, and special elements for railway tracks.