SN EN 13146-7 : 2012

Foreword
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions, symbols and abbreviations
  3.1 Terms and definitions
  3.2 Symbols and abbreviations
4 Principle
5 Apparatus
  5.1 Rail
  5.2 Loading device
  5.3 Load displacement measuring and recording instruments
  5.4 Calibration
  5.5 Steel shims
6 Test specimens
  6.1 Sleeper, bearer or concrete block
  6.2 Fastening components
7 Reference procedure
  7.1 Preparation for test
  7.2 Loading and measurement for assemblies incorporating
      a rail pad
  7.3 Loading and measurement for assemblies not incorporating
      a rail pad
8 Alternative procedure
  8.1 Preparation for test
  8.2 Loading and measurement for assemblies incorporating
      a rail pad
  8.3 Loading and measurement for assemblies not incorporating
      a rail pad
9 Test report

Specifies laboratory test procedures for measuring the clamping force exerted by the fastening system on the foot of a rail. Applies to the complete fastening assembly and to systems with and without baseplates on all types of sleepers, bearers and elements of slab track.