Plastics piping systems for non-pressure underground drainage and sewerage - unplasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-U), polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE). Specifications for manholes and inspection chambers

BS EN 13598-2:2020

British Standards Institution
Plastics piping systems for non-pressure underground drainage and sewerage - unplasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-U), polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE). Specifications for manholes and inspection chambers Download document

Document Status

Current

Supplement

Civil & Structural Supplement

Series

BS EN

Abstract

Gives definitions and requirements for buried manholes and inspection chambers installed to a maximum depth of 6 m from ground level to the invert of the main chamber and manufactured from unplasticized poly(vinyl chloride), polypropylene, polypropylene with mineral modifier or polyethylene. These products are intended for use in pedestrian or vehicular traffic areas and underground installations.

History

Supersedes BS EN 13598-2:2016. The National Foreword contains information from the UK committee responsible for this document with advice relating to the scope and contents, covering main changes, intended use, guidance on use and installation, recycled materials and impact.

ISBN

9780539022063

Subjects

  • Access and inspection
  • Building services
  • Waste disposal/drainage
  • Drainage below ground

Publisher History

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