prEN 14545 rev

Timber structures - Connectors - Requirements prEN 14545 rev

Scope

This standard specifies requirements and test methods for materials, geometry, strength, stiffness and durability aspects i.e corrosin protection) of connectors for use in load bearing timber structures. Only connectors manufactured from steel are covered by this standard, like shear plates, split ring connectors, tooth plate connectors, punched metal plate fasteners and nailing plates. This standard specifies also the evaluation of conformity procedures and includes requirements for marking of these products. This standard does not cover connectors treated with fire retardants to improve their fire performance.

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