Surfaces for sports areas - determination of linear shoe/surface friction

BS EN 16837:2018

British Standards Institution
Surfaces for sports areas - determination of linear shoe/surface friction Download document

Document Status

Current

Supplement

British Standards Extra Supplement

Series

BS EN

Abstract

Defines a test method for assessing shoe/surface friction on synthetic sports surfaces, applicable to both indoor and outdoor facilities. It establishes key terms such as slip resistance, friction, and vertical load, and references relevant ISO standards for material hardness and resilience. The test method utilizes a Pendulum Tester, which measures energy loss as a spring-loaded rubber slider (test foot) moves over the surface, providing a Pendulum Test Value (PTV) to quantify friction. The document also outlines the required apparatus specifications to ensure consistency and accuracy in testing.

ISBN

9780580889714

Subjects

  • Building types
  • Sports/recreational facilities
  • Sports facilities

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