EN 13244-1:2002

Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Definitions, symbols and abbreviations
  3.1 Terms and definitions
      3.1.1 Geometrical definitions
      3.1.2 Definitions related to service conditions
      3.1.3 Definitions related to material
            characteristics
  3.2 Symbols
  3.3 Abbreviations
4 Material
  4.1 Compound
  4.2 Colour
      4.2.1 General
      4.2.2 Black compound
  4.3 Use of reprocessable and recyclable material
  4.4 Physical characteristics of the compound
  4.5 Fusion compatibility
  4.6 Classification and designation
Annex A (informative) Pressure reduction coefficients
Bibliography

This Part of EN 13244 specifies the general aspects of polyethylene (PE) piping systems in the field of buried and above ground pressure systems for water for general purposes, drainage and sewerage. It also specifies the test parameters for the test methods referred to in this standard. In conjunction with other Parts of EN 13244 it is applicable to PE pipes, fittings, valves, their joints and to joints with components of non plastics materials intended to be used under the following conditions: a) buried in the ground, sea outfalls, laid in water and above ground including pipes suspended below bridges.