Material testing on bitumen sheets for roof waterproofing in accordance with EN 12310-1 and EN 12311-1

For testing waterproofing membranes and bitumen materials in accordance with EN 12310-1 and EN 12311-1, the inspekt solo universal testing machine has been equipped with special accessories that are optimally tailored to the normative requirements.

The standard EN 12310-1 describes the test method for determining the resistance to tearing (nail shank) of waterproofing membranes. A standardised notch is made in the test material, which is then loaded with a test pin. The special test device for determining tearing resistance is designed for a maximum force of 2 kN and is therefore adjusted to the typical stresses on the materials. The inspekt solo-M precisely measures the force required for tearing – a key parameter for assessing the mechanical load-bearing capacity of sealing membranes.

The EN 12311-1 standard specifies methods for determining the tensile behaviour of bituminous membranes under uniaxial loading. The test specimens are clamped in the testing machine using screw type grips, which ensure fast, convenient and secure clamping. The test is carried out over a defined clamping length and at a constant test speed. The elongation and maximum tensile force are measured, which allows conclusions to be drawn about the elastic behaviour and breaking strength of the material.

Equipped with precisely controllable drive technology, standard-compliant clamping devices and the intuitive LabMaster test software, the inspekt solo guarantees convenient operation and reliable, reproducible test results – ideal for use in quality assurance, research and development.

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