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SVENSK STANDARD
SS-EN 12272-1
Fastställd 2002-03-08
Utgåva 1

Vägmaterial – Ytbehandling – Provningsmetoder –

Del 1: Utspridda mängder och utspridnings-
noggrannhet av pågrus och bindemedel

Surface dressing – Test methods –

Part 1: Rate of spread and accuracy of spread of
binder and chippings

ICS 93.080.20
Språk: engelska
Tryckt i januari 2003
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EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 12272-1

NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM February 2002

ICS 93.080.20

English version

Surface dressing - Test methods - Part 1: Rate of spread and

accuracy of spread of binder and chippings

Enduits superficiels d'usure - Méthodes d'essai - Partie 1: Oberflächenbehandlung - Prüfverfahren - Teil 1: Dosierung
Taux d'épandage et régularité transversale du liant et des und Querverteilung von Bindemitteln und Splitt
gravillons

This European Standard was approved by CEN on 9 November 2001.

CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European
Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national
standards may be obtained on application to the Management Centre or to any CEN member.

This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translation
under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Management Centre has the same status as the official
versions.

CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,
Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.

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© 2002 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. EN 12272-1:2002 E
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Contents
page

Foreword......................................................................................................................................................................3
1 Scope ..............................................................................................................................................................4
2 Normative references ....................................................................................................................................4
3 Terms and definitions....................................................................................................................................4
4 Determination of the rate of spread of binder.............................................................................................5
5 Determination of the rate of spread of chippings.......................................................................................9
6 Determination of the accuracy of spread of binder..................................................................................12
7 Determination of the accuracy of spread of chippings ...........................................................................15
Annex A (normative) Determination of the accuracy of spread of chippings ....................................................19
Annex B (informative) Equipment recommended for use in the determination of the accuracy of
spread of binder test ...................................................................................................................................21
Annex C (normative) Determination of the accuracy of spread of binder...........................................................27
Annex D (informative) The picking frame, used in the determination of the accuracy of spread of
chipping test.................................................................................................................................................28

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Foreword
This document EN 12272-1:2002 has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 227 "Road materials", the
secretariat of which is held by DIN.

This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical text or
by endorsement, at the latest by August 2002, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latest by
June 2004.

In this standard the annexes A and C are normative and the annexes B and D informative.

This European Standard is one of a series of standards as listed below:

EN 12272-1, Surface dressing
Test methods
Part 1: Rate of spread and accuracy of spread of binder and
chippings.

prEN 12272-2, Surface dressing
Test methods
Part 2: Visual assessment of defects.

prEN 12272-3, Surface dressing
Test methods
Part 3: Determination of binder aggregate adhesivity by the vialit
plate shock test method; German version prEN 12272-3:1997.

According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following
countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland,
France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain,
Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.

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1 Scope
This European Standard specifies test methods for determining the rates of spread and accuracy of spread of
binder and chippings of a surface dressing on a section of road at a given time. It is also applicable to surface
dressings on airfields and other trafficked areas.

The test methods are used on site to check the ability of binder sprayers and chipping spreaders to meet the
intended rates of spread and tolerances and coefficients of variation.

The test methods for measuring the rates of spread and accuracy of spread of binders and chippings are not
applicable to combined chipping-binder spreaders.

2 Normative references
Not applicable.

3 Terms and definitions

For the purposes of this European Standard, the following terms and definitions apply.

3.1
surface dressing
surface treatment consisting of the successive laying of at least one layer of binder and at least one layer of
chippings

3.2
chippings
coarse aggregate within a narrow grading range, practically free of fines

NOTE Chippings can have specified values for strength, soundness, shape, polishing resistance, resistance to abrasion,
purity, durability and affinity to bituminous binder.

3.3
rate of spread of binder
average mass of binder in kilograms per square metre (kg/m²), applied to the road surface when measured in
accordance with this European Standard

3.4
rate of spread of chippings
average bulk volume in litres per square metre (l/m²) or, mass in kilograms per square metre (kg/m²) applied to the
road surface, when measured in accordance with this European Standard

3.5
proportional range
difference between the maximum and minimum individual values of rates of spread of binder or chippings
determined divided by the mean value, using the test methods in this European Standard

3.6
accuracy of spread of binder
coefficient of variation of the mass of binder applied to the road surface when measured in accordance with this
European Standard. The value and graph indicate the ability of the sprayer to apply binder evenly across the road

3.7
accuracy of spread of chippings
coefficient of variation of the mass of chippings applied to the road surface when measured in accordance with this
European Standard. The value and graph indicate the ability of the chipping spreader to apply the chippings evenly
across the road

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4 Determination of the rate of spread of binder

4.1 Principle

Samples of the binder sprayed by the binder sprayer are collected to determine the average rate of spread. At least
2
five trays, boards or tiles are used, each with a minimum area of 0,1 m and having a minimum combined area of
2
0,5 m , spaced evenly across the full width of the road to be sprayed. Alternatively, a continuous strip of tiles or
boards abutting each other is arranged across this entire width.

4.2 Apparatus

4.2.1 Trays

Rectangular trays of metal or other material sufficiently robust to resist deformation in use. (Steel plate 2 mm thick
is suitable).

NOTE The trays can contain an absorbent material to inhibit binder flow.

The internal dimensions of each tray in millimetres (mm) shall be the following:

Side length (250 ± 2) mm to (500 ± 2) mm;

Height (5 ± 2) mm to (10 ± 2) mm.

A set of trays used for a test shall not vary in side dimensions by more than 10 mm from each other.

4.2.2 Tiles or absorbent fibre boards

Rectangular carpet tiles or absorbent fibre boards, sufficiently absorbent to hold at least 1,5 times the specified rate
of binder without loss of binder, e.g. flowing off whilst spraying or transferring to bags or penetration through the tile
or board.

The dimensions of the tiles or boards (exposed area to collect binder) in millimetres (mm) shall be the following:

Side length (250 + 2) mm to (500 + 2) mm;

Thickness maximum 25 mm.

The tiles or boards may be larger than the maximum dimension but shall be masked by tape to give the maximum
dimension.

A set of trays used for a test shall not vary in side dimensions by more than 10 mm from each other.

4.2.3 Ruler

Ruler, with a minimum length of 500 mm to measure the dimension of the trays, boards or tiles to the nearest
1 mm.

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4.2.4 Portable balance

Portable balance, readable to 0,1 g and of sufficient capacity to weigh one tray with 1,5 x the maximum rate of
spread of binder.

4.2.5 Plastic bags

Plastic bags, lightweight and capable of containing the binder and tray or board or tile for weighing without any loss
by leakage or evaporation.

4.2.6 Tape

Adhesive tape, used to hold the trays, boards or tiles to the road and to mask them to the required dimensions.
When removed, the tape shall not damage the masked parts of absorbent boards of carpet tiles so as to ensure
there is no loss in mass of the underlying material.

4.3 Procedure

4.3.1 Preparation of the trays, carpet tiles or absorbent fibre board

Mark the trays or carpet tiles or absorbent fibre boards with an indelible identification. Insert an absorbent material
as a liner into each tray. Weigh the trays, the carpet tiles or absorbent fibre boards together with a plastic bag, to
the nearest 1 g and record these masses as the mass of each sampling device before spraying.

4.3.2 Location and placement of the tray, carpet tiles or absorbent fibre board

The test site shall be at least 30 m from the start of the spraying operation.

Space the trays, carpet tiles or absorbent fibre boards across the width of road which is to be sprayed with binder,
and at least 200 mm from the edge as shown in Figure 1. If adhesive tape is used to secure the carpet tiles or
absorbent fibre board to the road during spraying, measure the length and width of each of the areas exposed to
the binder spray to the nearest 5 mm for the calculation of the exposed area.

NOTE 1 When the rates of transverse distribution are intentionally different in the same transverse profile then the trays,
boards or carpet tiles related to the same measurement should be placed in areas where the intended rate of spread is the
same.

NOTE 2 Care should be taken to ensure that when spray curtains are being used, to avoid touching the trays, boards or tiles.

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Dimensions in millimetres

Spraying Direction
Edge of spray

Minimum 200
Maximum 500
Minimum 250
Minimum 5 trays, boards or tiles Foam sheet or
Area A i absorbent
Maximum 500 Maximum 25 material insert
Minimum 250 thickness
Maximum 10
Tape
Metal tray

Figure 1 — Trays or carpet tiles or absorbent fibre boards, diagrammatic

4.3.3 Removal and weighing of the trays, carpet tiles or absorbent fibre boards

Within 3 min of the binder being sprayed onto the road, but before any chippings are applied, remove the trays,
carpet tiles or absorbent fibre board from the road surface. Care shall be taken not to lose or gain any binder. Then
insert each sampling device into its own plastic bag before weighing it to the nearest 1 g. Record the mass of each
sampling device after spraying.

4.4 Expression of results

Calculate the binder mass:

M i  M 2i  M 1i (1)

where

Mi is the binder mass retained on the sampling device, expressed in kilograms (kg);

M2i is the mass of the sampling device after spraying, expressed in kilograms (kg);

M1i is the mass of the sampling device before spraying, expressed in kilograms (kg);

Calculate the rate of spread:

Mi
di  (2)
Ai

where
2
di is the rate of spread of binder, expressed in kilograms per square metre (kg/m ), for each sampling
device;

Mi is the binder mass retained on the sampling device, expressed in kilograms (kg);

Ai is the area of sampling device exposed to the binder spray, expressed in square metres (m²).

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Calculate the mean rate of spread of the binder:

(d1  d 2  d 3  d 4  d5  ..... d N )
D (3)
N
where
2
D is the mean rate of spread of binder, expressed in kilogram per square metre (kg/m ), reported to
2
the nearest 0,05 kg/m ;

d1 to dN are the rates of spread of binder on each sampling device;

N is the number of sampling devices used in the test.

Calculate the proportional range:

(d max  d min )
PR  (4)
D

where
PR is the proportional range;

dmax is the highest rate of spread of binder found on an individual sampling device;

dmin is the lowest rate of spread of binder found on an individual sampling device.

Repeat the test if the proportional range is greater than 0,20.

NOTE If this recurs it indicates that a measurement of the transverse distribution can be necessary (see clause 6).

4.5 Test report

The test report shall contain:

a) a statement that the test has been performed in accordance with this European Standard;

b) identification of sprayer and spraybar used;

c) spraybar height;

d) spraybar width used;

e) location of site test;

f) date of test;

g) climatic conditions likely to affect the test result (e.g. windy, etc.);

h) binder temperature recorded from the tank;

i) binder type;

j) specified rate of spread and tolerance;

k) results as calculated in 4.4;

l) any remarks;

m) name and signature of the person responsible for conducting the test.

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5 Determination of the rate of spread of chippings

5.1 Principle

Chippings are collected in three calibrated boxes laid on the road in front of the chipping spreader, in order to
determine the rate of spread. When each box is laid flat, with its lid removed, it serves as a tray to collect the
chippings from a known area. With its lid replaced, each box is stood on its end and used to directly measure the
bulk volume of the collected chippings. Alternatively, each box is used to collect chippings for subsequent weighing.

NOTE A method of determining the shoulder to shoulder rate of spread of chippings is included in annex A.

5.2 Apparatus

5.2.1 Box for measuring the rate of spread of chippings

Rectangular box, for measuring the rate of spread of chippings, with a rigid, sliding, transparent graduated lid, as
shown in Figure 2.

Dimensions in millimetres

Graduations

800
Transparent
40 graduated lid

250 Sleeve for lid

Support pin

Figure 2 — The chipping rate of spread box

(Dimensions shown are all internal, with a tolerance of  2 mm)

The lid shall either have 5 mm graduations or be directly graduated in litres per square metre (5 mm is equivalent to
2
0,25 l/m ). For ease of reading, graduations shall be marked on both of the longer edges of the top of the lid.

NOTE The box can be fitted with support pins in case it has to be placed on the binder film.

5.2.2 Portable balance

Portable balance, readable to 10 g and of sufficient capacity to weigh both the box and the maximum rate of spread
of chippings.

5.3 Procedure

With its lid removed, place each open box flat on its base clear of the wheel tracks of the chipping spreader. Place
the major axis approximately parallel to the direction of travel of the chipping spreader. Place the three boxes in
three different transverse positions, all within a 30 m length of road.

Each open box shall collect those chippings which are spread above it.