EN 1794 Part 1 - 2003
EN 1794 Part 1 - 2003
EN 1794 Part 1 - 2003
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BS EN 1794-1:2003
National foreword
This British Standard is the official English language version of
EN 1794-1:2003. It supersedes BS EN 1794-1:1998 which is withdrawn.
The UK participation in its preparation was entrusted by Technical Committee
B/509, Road equipment, to Subcommittee B/509/6, Fences for attenuation of
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EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 1794-1
NORME EUROPENNE
EUROPISCHE NORM
April 2003
ICS 93.080.30
Supersedes EN 1794-1:1998
English version
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Contents
page
Foreword......................................................................................................................................................................3
Introduction .................................................................................................................................................................4
1
Scope ..............................................................................................................................................................5
Requirements .................................................................................................................................................7
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EN 1794-1:2003 (E)
Foreword
This document (EN 1794-1:2003) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN /TC 226 "Road equipment", the
secretariat of which is held by AFNOR.
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by endorsement, at the latest by October 2003, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latest
by October 2003.
This document supersedes EN 1794-1:1998.
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This European Standard consists of the following parts under the general title "Road traffic noise reducing devices
Non acoustic performance".
EN 1794-1:2003 (E)
Introduction
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While performing their primary function, road traffic noise reducing devices are exposed to a range of forces due to
wind, dynamic air pressure caused by passing traffic, and the self weight of its component parts. They can also be
subjected to shocks caused by stones or other debris thrown up by vehicle tyres and, in some countries, the
dynamic force of snow ejected by equipment used to clear roads in winter. The deflections of a noise reducing
device under such loads during its design life should not reduce its effectiveness.
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Scope
This European Standard provides criteria to categorise road traffic noise reducing devices according to basic
mechanical performance under standard conditions of exposure, irrespective of the materials used. A range of
conditions and optional requirements is provided to allow for the wide diversity of practice within Europe. Individual
aspects of performance are covered separately in the annexes. Safety considerations in the event of damage to
noise reducing devices are covered in Part 2 of this European Standard.
Normative references
This European Standard incorporates by dated or undated reference, provisions from other publications. These
normative references are cited at the appropriate places in the text, and the publications are listed hereafter. For
dated references, subsequent amendments to or revisions of any of these publications apply to this European
Standard only when incorporated in it by amendment or revision. For undated references the latest edition of the
publication referred to applies (including amendments).
ENV 1991 -2-4, Eurocode 1, Basis of design and actions on structures: Part 2 -4 : Actions on structures - Wind
actions.
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EN 1317-1, Road restraint systems - Part 1: Terminology and general criteria for test methods.
EN 1317-2, Road restraint systems - Part 2: Performance classes, impact test acceptance criteria and test methods
for safety barriers.
EN 1794-2: 2003, Road traffic noise reducing devices - Non acoustic performance - Part 2: General safety and
environmental requirements.
For the purposes of this European Standard, the following terms and definitions apply.
3.1
noise barrier
noise reducing device which obstructs the direct transmission of airborne sound emanating from road traffic
3.2
cladding
noise reducing device which is attached to a wall or other structure to reduce the amount of sound reflected
3.3
cover
noise reducing device which either spans or overhangs the highway
3.4
structural element
element whose primary function is to support or hold in place acoustic elements
3.5
acoustic element
element whose primary function is to provide the acoustic performance of the device
3.6
mechanical test hammer
device of the type used for measuring the elasticity of hard surfaces
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3.7
test area
central area of a full size panel enclosed by a margin of 125 mm from each edge, as shown in Figure C.2
3.8
vehicle occupants safe device
traffic safe noise reducing device for which a vehicle impact does not cause more danger to the occupants than
allowed for safety barriers in EN 1317-2. However, it does not need to prevent the vehicle from going through it, nor
is it presumed that parts of the device are prevented from becoming detached
3.9
combined safety and noise barrier
traffic safe noise reducing device which fulfils all the requirements for safety barriers in a given containment class
as defined in EN 1317-2
3.10
dynamic load
load due to snow thrown against a noise reducing device by snow ploughing equipment
3.11
ploughing speed
speed of the snow ploughing equipment as it passes the noise barrier
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exposure coefficient
Cp
pressure coefficient
deflection, in millimetres
dhmax
dvmax
LS
LA
q(v)
load factor
Sg
Sw
Vref
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5.1
Requirements
Wind load and static load
Limiting values for elastic and permanent deflections shall not exceed the values specified in annex A.
To ensure connections do not fail load factors shall be applied in accordance with annex A.
NOTE
This European Standard permits specifying authorities to indicate that there is no requirement for resistance to wind
or static load.
5.2
Self weight
Under standard conditions the deflections shall not exceed the limiting values given in annex B.
NOTE
This European Standard permits specifying authorities to indicate that there is no requirement for an element of a
noise reducing device to support its own weight or the weight of other elements.
5.3
Impact of stones
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Damage caused by controlled impacts shall not exceed the criteria specified in annex C.
NOTE
This European Standard permits specifying authorities to indicate that there is no requirement for resistance to the
impact of stones.
5.4
Safety in collision
When safety in collision has to be assessed, the behaviour under impacts specified in EN 1317-2 shall be classified
in accordance with annex D.
NOTE
This European Standard permits specifying authorities to indicate that there is no requirement for verification of
safety in the event of an impact by an errant vehicle.
5.5
When the effects of dynamic forces from snow clearance have to be assessed, this shall be done in accordance
with annex E.
NOTE
This European Standard permits specifying authorities to indicate that there is no requirement for resistance to the
force of snow thrown sideways by clearance equipment.
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6.1
Test report
Every test report on aspects of performance shall include the following information:
a)
b)
full description of the element or system tested, including manufacturer(s), part numbers, place and date of
origin ;
c)
description of the method of sampling, if parts of manufactured elements are evaluated by testing ;
d)
place and date of the assessment, and the name of the assessor ;
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e)
sufficient description of any tests carried out, any results measured and the conclusions drawn about the
product together with any illustrations or photographs, all as specified in the appropriate annex.
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6.2 A summary report shall be produced, identifying the aspects of performance for which detailed reports are
available and the level of performance assessed, where appropriate.
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Annex A
(normative)
Wind load and static load
A.1 General
The methods for calculating wind load on noise reducing devices have been harmonized to allow for the particular
climatic conditions within each region.
As considerable differences existed in the methods of calculation used in different European countries, an effort
has been made to define an acceptable level of performance by applying load factors to the basic load calculated
to take account of its location. Limits are placed on deflections to avoid acoustic leakage either while the noise
reducing device is being subjected to its design wind load or afterwards.
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Adequacy of mechanical performance in fulfilling the structural criteria given in this annex is in general
demonstrated by calculations taking into account the values of elastic limit, modulus of elasticity, and other factors
relating to the materials employed in the construction. In cases where calculations are thought to be unreliable,
tests are used to determine the resistance of the elements in the same arrangement as in the intended use of the
noise reducing device.
The range of temperature over which performance is within acceptance criteria is determined to enable noise
reducing devices to be appropriately specified for extreme conditions of heat or cold.
This annex specifies the mechanical requirements for noise reducing devices exposed to aerodynamic load,
excepting the design of foundations. The method of calculating aerodynamic and static loads and the minimum
mechanical requirements for structural and acoustical elements and fixing devices are given. Two sources of
aerodynamic load are considered: firstly, wind forces and secondly, dynamic air pressure due to passing vehicles.
The forces acting on noise absorbing cladding attached to supporting walls are also considered.
In the absence of specific Eurocodes existing Eurocodes for buildings are referred to.
Design wind load and dynamic pressure due to vehicles can be assumed not to act simultaneously.
The calculations can also be carried out taking a basic wind speed from more precise data, using a return period of
The reference wind pressure in pascals, at height z above average ground level is calculated as :
ref
1
2
V 2ref
(A.1)
The resulting wind pressure (or suction) in pascals, on a barrier or other vertical noise reducing device is then :
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W = q ref C e ( z ) C p
(A.2)
traffic of vehicles in open air at a distance of 1 m from the noise reducing device and at a maximum speed of
100 km/h ;
q(v) = 650
b)
traffic of vehicles in open air at a distance of 3 m from the noise reducing device and at speeds higher than
120 km/h ;
q(v) = 800
c)
bi-directional traffic in a tunnel, at a distance of 1 m from the noise reducing device and maximum speed of
120 km/h ;
q(v) = 1 500
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d)
in other cases, independent calculations shall be made to ascertain the magnitude of dynamic pressure.
General
In determining deflections of structural elements, rotation and displacements originating from foundations shall not
be taken into account.
A.3.2.2
a)
The maximum horizontal elastic deflection dhmax, in millimetres, under the design wind load shall be less than ;
L
d hmax = S
150
b)
the element shall not show any symptoms of failure such as buckling, permanent displacement of
acoustic elements, or cracks greater than acceptable for exposure to a severe corrosive
environment ;
ii)
the element shall not become detached from its supports or fixings ;
iii)
the permanent deformation dhmax, in millimetres, after release of the load shall be less than ;
L
d hmax = S
500
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A.3.2.3
Non-vertical barriers
Load due to snow, self weight, etc. shall be considered as acting together with wind load. The acceptance criteria
are as given in A.3.2.2. except that additionally the elastic vertical deflection dvmax, in millimetres, shall be less than :
dvmax =
LS
300
General
An acoustic element shall not transmit loads from other acoustic elements to the structural elements unless this
transmission is taken into account in the calculations.
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A.3.3.2
a)
For the two cases LA and h, the maximum horizontal elastic deflection, dhmax, due to bending under the design
wind load shall be less than 50 mm ;
b)
the element shall not show any symptoms of failure such as buckling, permanent displacement of
absorptive material, or cracks greater than acceptable for exposure to a severe
corrosive environment ;
ii)
the element shall not become detached from its supports or fixings ;
iii)
the permanent deformation dhmax, in millimetres, after release of the load shall be less than the
smaller of
h
LA
and
.
500
500
iv) the deflections of structural elements shall not cause acoustic elements to become permanently
displaced.
A.3.3.3
Non-vertical constructions
Load due to snow, self weight, etc. shall be considered as acting together with wind load. The acceptance criteria
are as given in A.3.3.2 except that additionally the elastic vertical deflection dvmax, in millimetres, shall be less than
the smaller of
h
LA
and
.
200
200
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A.5.2 Cladding shielded from wind load (in deep cuttings and tunnels)
The mechanical requirements shall be as specified in A.3.2 and A.3.3 for free standing barriers, but only under
dynamic air pressure load.
b)
c)
materials used, together with their elastic moduli, elastic limits and other relevant data ;
d)
e)
name of the product and the name and address of the manufacturer ;
f)
name and address of the certifier of the calculation, with date and signature ;
g)
h)
results of calculations and assessment as to whether these indicate satisfactory performance for the specified
load.
General
The load test shall be carried out on a representative panel which shall include an appropriate number of acoustic
elements of the longest span for the element type, with posts or other supports similar to those used in practice.
The supports shall be held in the horizontal plane and restrained from lateral movement and rotation. The supports
may be propped if only the flexure of the acoustic elements is to be tested, otherwise the supports shall be fixed
solely at their base, as in use.
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The test panel shall be allowed to reach equilibrium under laboratory conditions for at least 3 h before testing. Load
tests shall be carried out at 20 C initially, but may be repeated at extreme temperatures (hot or cold), with
appropriate conditioning time, if the material is regarded as being temperature sensitive.
A.6.2.2
Test procedure
The panel to be tested shall be supported as described in A.6.2.1. A 2 mm thick steel plate cut exactly to size shall
be carefully placed onto the exposed area of the acoustic elements. The point at which the vertical deflection under
this loading is greatest shall be determined and all measurements of deflection relative to a fixed datum level shall
be taken at this point. An initial deflection reading shall be taken 30 min after placing the steel sheet. The steel
sheet shall then be removed and the deflection reading repeated after 30 min. The difference between these two
readings shall be described as the deflection under self weight.
The steel sheet shall be replaced and an appropriate number of structural steel sections of the same length as the
supports shall be uniformly distributed across the steel sheet parallel to the supports. The total weight of the
structural sections including the steel sheet shall be equal to 1,5 times the total wind force (pressure x area) for
which the panel is being tested. After 30 min under this loading, the deflection reading shall be repeated. The
difference between this and the previous reading for loading by the steel sheet alone shall be described as the
deflection under simulated wind load.
The structural sections shall be carefully removed and after 30 min the deflection reading shall be repeated. The
difference between this and the previous reading for loading by the steel sheet alone shall be described as the
permanent deflection.
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A.6.2.3
Test report
The test report shall include a full description of the test arrangements, including details of supports, procedures
and loading of elements.
It shall also include:
a)
b)
name and address of the testing institute with a dated signature of the person responsible ;
c)
exact identification of the tested element, the name and address of the manufacturer ;
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
results of tests and assessment as to whether these indicate satisfactory performance for the specified load.
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Annex B
(normative)
Self weight
B.1 General
The self weight of acoustical elements is used in two distinct ways. The dry weight is needed to make an
approximation of the noise insulation value of the element. Where elements can absorb water, the wet weight is an
important consideration in the design of both elements and supporting structures. Limits on deflections are
necessary to avoid acoustical leakage, diminution of the height or overloading of the supporting structure.
Adequacy of mechanical performance in fulfilling the structural criteria given in this annex are demonstrated by
calculations which take into account the values of elastic limit, modulus of elasticity, and other factors relating to the
materials employed in the construction. In cases where calculations are thought to be unreliable, tests are used to
determine the resistance of the elements in the same arrangement as in the intended use of the device.
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Dry weight, wet weight and reduced wet weight are defined. The mechanical requirements due to weight of
acoustical elements, acting alone and in combination with wind load, are specified. Methods of determining
compliance with these requirements by means of calculation or testing are given.
In the absence of specific Eurocodes, existing Eurocodes for building are referred to.
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h
;
50
vertical deflection : with the element supported as it is used in practice, the maximum deflection d, in
millimetres, shall be not greater than
L
;
400
NOTE
The roadside environment can be severely corrosive. Therefore cracking should be limited because it can lead to
corrosion.
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The load is assumed to be applied when both ends of the element are simply supported.
b)
c)
the materials used, together with their elastic moduli, elastic limits and other relevant data;
d)
e)
the name of the product and the name and address of the manufacturer ;
f)
the name and address of the certifier of the calculation, with date and signature ;
g)
h)
the results of calculations and assessment as to whether these indicate satisfactory performance.
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b)
name and address of the testing institute with a dated signature of the person responsible ;
c)
exact identification of the tested element, the name and address of the manufacturer ;
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
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Annex C
(normative)
Impact of stones
C.1 General
Noise reducing devices placed alongside roads are exposed to the impacts of stones thrown up from the road
surface. It is essential that they are resistant to such impacts, only sustaining superficial damage.
This annex provides a standard laboratory test which simulates minor impacts such as those caused by stones
thrown up from the road surface. It does not allow for the impact of heavy objects or acts of vandalism.
C.2 Requirements
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a hardened steel striker of the dimensions shown in Figure C.1 shall be used ;
b)
c)
damage shall be confined to the outer parts of the construction and internal elements shall not be damaged or
displaced by the impacts ;
d)
the striker shall not penetrate the outer wall of hollow elements, but localised damage in the form of splits less
than 50 mm long is acceptable ;
e)
minor damage to the surface of brittle materials in the form of craters (where fragments are broken out) is
acceptable, provided that the depth of any crater is less than the thickness of the outer wall or 20 mm,
whichever is smaller.
b)
c)
C.3.3 The exact position of the points to be tested shall be chosen to be representative of the panel as a whole, by
avoiding ribs, or other obvious places of local strength.
C.3.4 Test panels made from materials which become brittle at low temperatures shall be held at -20 C for 2 h
prior to testing for impact.
NOTE
Precautions should be taken to prevent the hammer passing completely through the device under test should it fail
completely. In order to ensure the safety of the operator, a solid abutment should be placed approximately 50 mm behind the
device opposite the point of impact.
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b)
name and address of the testing institute with a dated signature of the person responsible ;
c)
exact identification of the tested element, the name and address of the manufacturer ;
d)
e)
f)
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Dimensions in millimetres
Key
1
Spherical surface
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Dimensions in millimetres
Key
1 Element mounted upright as in practice
A Impact test points
B Impact test area
Figure C.2 Reference points for impact tests
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Annex D
(normative)
Safety in collision
D.1 General
In general, noise reducing devices are not required to withstand vehicle impact. Such impacts may be prevented
either by using a road restraint system or by providing adequate distance from the road. Where neither of these
options are available, the relevant authorities shall need to consider the consequences of vehicle impact and
whether the noise reducing device should itself act as a road restraint system.
This annex applies to noise reducing devices for which the consequences of vehicle impact can be considered to
be acceptable from the point of view of the vehicle occupants. The further consequences of the damage caused to
a noise reducing device in an impact are considered in annex B of EN 1794-2: 2003.
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b)
elements of the noise device shall not penetrate the passenger compartment of the vehicle.
Deformations of, or intrusion into, the passengers compartment that could cause serious injuries are
not permitted ;
ii)
the vehicle shall remain upright driving after collision, although moderate rolling, pitching and yawing
are acceptable ;
iii)
The acceptance criteria are the same as for safety barriers as in EN 1317-2.
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Annex E
(normative)
Dynamic load from snow clearance
E.1 General
In areas where snow ploughing is a frequent winter maintenance operation, a noise barrier could be damaged by
snow and ice thrown up by the snow plough. The load caused by the thrown snow is here called the dynamic load
from snow clearance. The volume and the height of the load depends on the speed and type of the plough, and the
distance of the noise barrier from the edge of the road.
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If the distance from the ploughed area to the barrier is more than 7 m, wind load is likely to be higher than the
dynamic load from snow clearance. The effect of dynamic load from snow clearance on the supports is greatest
when a tall noise barrier has its base at lower level than the road surface. Snow ploughing equipment may also
throw up pieces of ice, but shocks caused by such means are taken into consideration as impacts caused by
stones (see annex C).
This annex provides a method of calculating the dynamic load from snow clearance, for a range of speeds and
distances from the barrier. A method of testing a barrier panel for resistance to the requisite design loading is also
provided.
The effect on the dynamic load of absorbing or soft materials on the face of a barrier is not covered in this annex
and has to be estimated separately.
Dynamic load from snow clearance is assumed not to act simultaneously with the wind load.
The load due to a plough pressing snow against the noise barrier is not covered in this annex.
E.2 Requirements
E.2.1 Magnitude and height of the load
The dynamic load from snow clearance is a transient horizontal load normal to the barrier. The load shall be
assumed to be distributed evenly over an area of 2 m x 2 m and the resultant force to be located 1,5 m above the
level of the road as shown in Figure E.1. The value of the resultant force shall be obtained from Figure E.2.
NOTE
It can also be necessary to consider lower positions of the resultant force in the design of acoustic elements.
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The dynamic load from snow clearance shall be simulated by laying sand-filled bags onto the element. The weight
of the bags per square metre shall be 1,5 times the calculated dynamic load from snow clearance per square
metre, minus the weight of the panel per square metre. The load shall be evenly distributed over an area of 2 m x
2 m so that the resultant force of the load is midway between the posts. The resultant force of the load shall be 1,5
m above the road surface, unless other load positions give a greater deflection or cause more critical loading at the
joints; the load position causing the most severe condition shall be used as appropriate.
b)
full description of the test specimen, including manufacturers name and product identifier ;
c)
sectional drawings of panels and mounting conditions, showing all dimensions, including thicknesses of seals ;
d)
name and address of the organization which performed the measurements or calculation and the name of the
person responsible for measurement or calculation ;
e)
testing conditions, with details of methods used in loading and supporting the posts and panels ;
f)
amount and the position of the load ; the deflection under it ; any damage to the panels and posts and the
behaviour of the joints and seals during each loading stage ;
g)
conclusion as to whether the device under test complies with the requirements.
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F
1,5 m
1m
1m
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Figure E.1 The effect of height on the dynamic load from snow clearance
Key
A Dynamic load on 2m 2m
B Distance d from edge of ploughed surface
C Ploughing speed
Figure E.2 The magnitude of dynamic load from snow clearance
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