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EUROPEAN STANDARD DRAFT
NORME EUROPÉENNE prEN 15383

EUROPÄISCHE NORM
October 2005
ICS
English Version
Plastics piping systems for drainage and sewerage - Glass-

reinforced thermosetting plastics (GRP) based on polyester
resin (UP) - Manholes and inspection chambers
Systèmes de canalisations en plastiques pour les

branchements et collecteurs d'assainissement - Plastiques
thermodurcissables renforcés de verre (PRV) à base de
résine de polyester (UP) - Regards et boîtes d'inspection et
de branchement
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Contents
Foreword................................................................................................................................................ 4
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................... 4
1 Scope.............................................................................................................................................. 5
2 Normative references ................................................................................................................... 5
3 Terms and definitions................................................................................................................... 6
3.1 Manholes and inspection chambers ............................................................................................ 6
3.2 Prefabricated unit ......................................................................................................................... 8
3.3 Components of the base unit ..................................................................................................... 10
3.4 Component of the side entry manhole or inspection chamber .................................................. 11
3.5 Units forming the capping structure ........................................................................................... 11
3.6 Slabs and other elements used as reducing unit....................................................................... 12
3.7 Sizes and nominal values .......................................................................................................... 12
3.8 Performance............................................................................................................................... 13
3.9 Other .......................................................................................................................................... 14
4 Symbols ....................................................................................................................................... 15
5 Classification ............................................................................................................................... 17
6 Place of installation .................................................................................................................... 17
7 Material specification and properties ....................................................................................... 18
7.1 Chamber and shaft units ............................................................................................................ 18
7.2 Pipes, fittings and supporting material ....................................................................................... 19
7.3 Benching and invert ................................................................................................................... 19
7.4 Slabs and adjusting unit............................................................................................................. 20
7.5 Manhole top ............................................................................................................................... 20
7.6 Joints .......................................................................................................................................... 20
7.7 Manhole steps and ladders........................................................................................................ 20
8 Types of manholes and inspection chambers ......................................................................... 20
9 General characteristics .............................................................................................................. 26
9.1 National design and safety regulations ...................................................................................... 26
9.2 General composition .................................................................................................................. 26
9.3 Serviceability and durability ....................................................................................................... 26
9.4 Design service temperature ....................................................................................................... 26
9.5 General appearance and finish.................................................................................................. 26
9.6 Flexible connection .................................................................................................................... 27
9.7 Test conditions ........................................................................................................................... 27
10 Geometrical characteristics ....................................................................................................... 27
10.1 General ...................................................................................................................................... 27
10.2 Vertical cylindrical components.................................................................................................. 27
10.3 Geometry of cylindrical components.......................................................................................... 30
10.4 Slabs .......................................................................................................................................... 30
10.5 Connections ............................................................................................................................... 31
10.6 Benching and inverts in base units ............................................................................................ 31
10.7 Manhole steps and ladders........................................................................................................ 32
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11 Mechanical characteristic requirements ...................................................................................32

12 Performance requirements .........................................................................................................34
13 Conformity evaluation .................................................................................................................36
13.1 General .......................................................................................................................................36
13.2 Product evaluation procedures...................................................................................................36
14 Marking .........................................................................................................................................36
Annex A (informative) Guidance for the assessment of conformity.............................................38
A.1 GRP components .......................................................................................................................38
A.2 Non-GRP components................................................................................................................41
Annex B (normative) Test method for connections to sewer ........................................................42
B.1 Scope..........................................................................................................................................42
B.2 Connection using an integrated pipe element ............................................................................42
B.3 Connections using an integrated pipe coupling..........................................................................42
Annex C (normative) Negative pressure test on units ...................................................................44
C.1 Scope..........................................................................................................................................44
C.2 Principle ......................................................................................................................................44
C.3 Apparatus ...................................................................................................................................44
C.4 Test pieces .................................................................................................................................44
C.5 Procedure ...................................................................................................................................45
Annex D (informative) Test method for gas-tightness of inspection chambers and manholes 46
D.1 Scope..........................................................................................................................................46
D.2 Principle ......................................................................................................................................46
D.3 Apparatus ...................................................................................................................................46
D.4 Test pieces .................................................................................................................................46
D.5 Procedure ...................................................................................................................................47
Annex E (normative) Initial specific longitudinal compressive strength – Test method............48
E.1 Scope..........................................................................................................................................48
E.2 Number of the test pieces...........................................................................................................48
E.3 Dimension of the test pieces ......................................................................................................48
E.4 Test .............................................................................................................................................49
E.5 Test report ..................................................................................................................................49
Annex ZA (informative) Clauses of this European Standard addressing the provisions of the EU
Construction Products Directive .......................................................................................................50
ZA.1 Scope and relevant characteristics.............................................................................................50
ZA.2 Procedure(s) for the attestation of conformity of GRP manholes and inspection chambers. ....51
ZA.3 CE marking and labeling.............................................................................................................53
Bibliography.........................................................................................................................................55
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Foreword
This document (prEN 15383:2005) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 155 "Plastics piping
systems and ducting systems", the secretariat of which is held by NEN.
This document is currently submitted to the CEN Enquiry.
This European Standard is a System Standard for manholes and inspection chambers made of plastics piping
systems using glass-reinforced thermosetting plastics (GRP) based on unsaturated polyester resin (UP), for
drainage and sewerage. This European Standard has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the
European Commission and the European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements of EU
Directive(s).
For relationship with EU Directive(s), see informative annex ZA, which is an integral part of this document.
This European Standard includes three informative and three normative annexes:
 ANNEX A: Guidance for the assessment of conformity (informative);
 ANNEX B: Test method for connections to sewer (normative);
 ANNEX C: Negative pressure test on units (normative);
 ANNEX D: Test method for gas-tightness of inspection chambers and manholes (informative);
 ANNEX E: Initial specific longitudinal compressive strength – test method (normative);
 ANNEX ZA: Clauses of this European Standard addressing the provisions of the EU Construction
Products Directive (informative).
NOTE Separate ENV standard prCEN/TS 14632 [1], extended with annex A, covers the assessment of conformity.
Introduction
The performance of a sewerage network constructed with these products depends not only on the properties
of the product as required by this standard but also on the design and construction of the network as a whole
in relation to the environment and conditions of use.
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1 Scope
This standard specifies the requirements for GRP-UP manholes and inspection chambers, with circular
chamber and shaft sections, for use within a drain or sewer system under gravity or at low head of pressure,
limited by non-pressure classification as defined in Clause 3.
This European standard covers components to be used in systems for the conveyance of one or more of the
following fluids:
 domestic wastewater;
 surface water;
 other waste waters (e.g. trade effluent).
Products covered by this standard are either complete manholes and inspection chambers or individual units
for the construction of manholes and inspection chambers, with an intended use in buried applications.
It specifies definitions, material specification and properties, types, characteristics, requirements, test methods,
marking.
NOTE Complete manholes or prefabricated units can also be used for other purposes such as pumping stations,
manholes for pipeline-equipment, backdrop manholes, ramp manholes, combined sewer overflow, storm water overflow,
items of drainage, housings for waste water treatment systems, items for sewerage treatment or sewerage disposal, when
corresponding additional requirements according to the relevant European Standards are fulfilled. If used in drinking water
systems, the requirements of the relevant standards for products in contact with drinking water shall apply to the
components in contact with drinking water.
2 Normative references
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For dated
references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced
document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 124:1994, Gully tops and manhole tops for vehicular and pedestrian areas — Design requirements, type
testing, marking, quality control.
EN 295-1, Vitrified clay pipes and fittings and pipe joints for drains and sewers — Part 1: Requirements.
EN 476:1997, General requirements for components used in discharge pipes, drains and sewers for gravity
systems.
EN 545, Ductile iron pipes, fittings, accessories and their joints for water supply — Requirements and test
methods.
EN 598, Ductile iron pipes, fittings, accessories and their joints for sewerage application — Requirements and
test methods.
EN 1119, Plastics piping systems — Joints for glass-reinforced thermosetting plastics (GRP) pipes and
fittings — Test methods for leak tightness and resistance to damage of flexible and reduced-articulation joints.
EN 1120, Plastics piping systems — Glass-reinforced thermosetting plastics (GRP) pipes and fittings —
Determination of the resistance to chemical attack from the inside of a section in a deflected condition.
EN 1228, Plastics piping systems — Glass-reinforced thermosetting plastics (GRP) pipes — Determination of
initial specific ring stiffness.
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EN 1394, Plastics piping systems — Glass-reinforced thermosetting plastics (GRP) pipes — Determination of
the apparent initial circumferential tensile strength.
EN 1610:1997, Construction and testing of drains and sewers.
EN 1916, Concrete pipes and fitting, unreinforced, steel fibre and reinforced.
EN 1997:2002, Concrete manholes and inspection chambers, unreinforced, steel fibre and reinforced.
EN 13101, Steps for underground man entry chambers — Requirements, marking, testing and evaluation of
conformity.
prEN 14364:2002, Plastics piping systems for drainage and sewerage with or without pressure — Glass-
reinforced thermosetting plastics (GRP) based on unsaturated polyester resin (UP).
EN 14396, Fixed ladders for manholes.
EN ISO 604, Plastics — Determination of compressive properties (ISO 604:2002).
EN ISO 3126, Plastics piping systems — Plastics components — Determination of dimensions

(ISO 3126:2005).
EN ISO 14125, Fibre-reinforced plastic composites — Determination of flexural properties (ISO 14125:1998).
3 Terms and definitions

For the purposes of this European standard, the following term, definitions and abbreviations apply.
3.1 Manholes and inspection chambers
3.1.1
manhole
drainage and sewerage fitting which is used for connecting drainage or sewerage installations and/or for
changing the direction and/or level of drainage/sewerage runs. A manhole terminates at ground level, which
permits the introduction of cleaning, inspection and test equipment and the removal of debris and it provides
access for personnel
3.1.2
inspection chamber
drainage and sewerage fitting as a manhole, but it does not provide access for personnel
3.1.3
unit
prefabricated structure, ready for assembling with other units on the construction site and forming the
complete manhole or inspection chamber
3.1.4
component
part of a unit and is always factory assembled to form the unit
3.1.5
fitting
part of a drain or sewer system other than pipes
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3.1.6
closed access fitting
manhole or inspection chamber that permits entry into the system for rodding or inspection and that has a
sealed cover
3.1.7
saddle
fitting that enables a branch connection to be made in buried drainage/sewerage systems of larger diameter
by cutting a hole in the pipe and is retained in position by lamination or glue
3.1.8
rodding point
component of an inspection chamber installed at ground level and fitted with a removable cover that permits
the introduction of equipment for inspection and the clearance of blockages
3.1.9
rodding tee
component of an inspection chamber installed in a drainage or sewerage system that connects to a rodding
point at ground level by means of a vertical shaft that permits the introduction of equipment for the clearance
of blockages, and also equipment for the inspection of the connecting pipe work in one or more directions
3.1.10
backdrop manhole
manhole with a connection, by means of a vertical pipe, at or just above invert, from a drain or sewer at a
higher level
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3.2 Prefabricated unit
Key
A is the adjusting unit
B is the base unit
C is the cover slab
D is the chamber unit
R is the reducing slab
S is the shaft unit
T is the cone
U is the side entry manhole or inspection chamber
Figure 1 — Typical structures
3.2.1
chamber
space with maximum diameter, inside a manhole or an inspection chamber, limited by base unit, the cover or
reducing slab or cone and the chamber unit
3.2.2
shaft
space above the chamber inside a manhole or an inspection chamber, with uniform diameter smaller than the
chamber, limited by the cover slab or cone and the shaft unit
3.2.3
base unit (see Figure 1 – unit B)
bottom section in a manhole, with or without benching, in which connections to the drain or sewer system, with
or without changes in direction and/or level occur
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3.2.4
chamber unit (see Figure 1– unit D)
vertical hollow component of uniform cross-section. Flexible joints to accommodate connecting pipelines may
be provided as for a base unit
3.2.5
landing slab
intermediate floor in the form of a slab built between the different ladders for reasons of safety and which has
suitable means of connection the adjacent chamber units
3.2.6
side entry manhole or inspection chamber (see Figure 1 – unit U)
sewer pipe or fitting on which a centric or tangential saddle component is fixed for the connection to the
chamber unit, shaft unit or to the capping structure
3.2.7
shaft unit (see Figure 1 – unit S)
section providing access to the chamber in deep manholes
3.2.8
capping structure
structure on top of base unit, chamber unit or shaft unit composed of:
 a manhole top, conforming to EN 124:1994 or with national safety regulations;
 adjusting unit (see Figure 1 – unit A), compatible with the cone or cover slab and with the manhole top
and secured against horizontal displacement;
 a cone (see Figure 1 – unit T) or a cover slab (see Figure 1 – unit C), compatible with the base unit,
chamber unit or shaft unit and secured against horizontal displacement
3.2.9
reducing unit
cone (see Figure 1 – unit T) or reducing slab (see Figure 1 – unit R).
3.2.10
prefabricated complete manhole or inspection chamber
manhole or inspection chamber assembled on the construction site, with all required units from bottom to
cover slab, ready for fitting into the sewerage system. Jointing material between units shall be supplied by the
manufacturer of prefabricated manhole or inspection chamber
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3.3 Components of the base unit
Key
1 is the benching
2 is the invert
3 is the base slab
Figure 2 — Base Unit
3.3.1
base slab (see Figure 2 – item 1)
component forming the bottom of the chamber
3.3.2
invert (see Figure 2 – item 2)
lowest point of the internal surface of the benching in the base unit of the manhole and inspection chamber
between sewer connections
3.3.3
benching (see Figure 2 – item 3)
smooth surface forming the bottom of the base unit
3.3.4
connection to sewer (see Figure 8)
short length of pipe or a joint fitting, ready to connect sewer pipes and which is securely fixed into the wall of a
chamber or the shaft unit
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3.4 Component of the side entry manhole or inspection chamber
Key
4 is the saddle element
de is the external diameter (see 3.7.1)
hup is the height of saddle element, expressed in millimetre (mm)
hcr is the effective height of connecting ring, expressed in millimetre (mm)
Figure 3 — Side entry manhole or inspection chamber
3.4.1
saddle element (see Figure 3 – item 4)
piece of chamber, shaft or a coupling, fixed on the pipe, and making the connection with the chamber unit or
shaft unit
3.5 Units forming the capping structure
Key:
G.L. is the ground level
5 is the adjusting unit
6 is the manhole top
7 is the cover slab
Figure 4 — Capping structure
3.5.1
adjusting unit (see Figure 4 – item 5)
component situated above the cover slab, without a joint or installed step, to adjust the total height of a
structure and/or to accommodate an appropriate frame and cover
3.5.2
manhole top (see Figure 4 – item 6)
part of a manhole and inspection chamber, consisting of a frame and a cover and/or a grating. It provides a
load bearing closure to a manhole
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3.5.2.1
cover
movable part(s) of a manhole-top which cover(s) the manhole or inspection chamber
3.5.2.2
grating
movable part(s) of a manhole-top which permits the passage of water through itself to the manhole or
inspection chamber
3.5.2.3
frame
fixed part of a manhole-top, which receives and supports a grating and/or a cover
3.6 Slabs and other elements used as reducing unit
3.6.1
reducing slab (see Figure 1 – unit R)
unit that provides a connection between the chamber unit and shaft unit with an opening for access and
suitable means of connection to the adjacent units. The opening is located eccentrically or concentrically
3.6.2
cover slab (see Figure 1 – unit C and Figure 4 – item 7)
unit forming the horizontal roof of a manhole or inspection chamber, having an access opening, situated
immediately under the manhole-top or adjusting ring, and having suitable means of connection to the adjacent
units. The opening is located eccentrically or concentrically
3.6.3
load-transmitting slab (see Figure 14)
slab that transmits the traffic and other superimposed loads, applied on the slab, to the load bearing chamber.
This slab is usual designed as a cover slab
3.6.4
load-distributing slab (see Figure 15, Figure 16 and Figure 17)
slab that distributes the traffic and other superimposed loads, applied to the slab, to the surrounding soil
thereby avoiding loading the shaft unit or chamber unit
3.6.5
cone (see Figure 1 – item T)
shaft ring with variable section. It forms the sloping roof of a circular base unit or shaft unit, thereby reducing
this unit to the size of the shaft unit or the shaft neck. It can be eccentric or concentric. Such unit shall be
provided with appropriate means for connection to the adjoining units
3.6.6
shaft neck
cylindrical part connected on the upper part of a cone
3.7 Sizes and nominal values

3.7.1
external diameter
de
mean external diameter of the pipe barrel at any cross section, expressed in millimetres (mm)
3.7.2
internal diameter
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di
external diameter minus twice the wall thickness [see equation (1)], expressed in millimetres (mm)
di = de – 2 × e …(1)
where:
de is the external diameter, expressed in millimetres (mm);
e is the wall thickness of the pipe, expressed in millimetres (mm)
3.7.3
nominal size
DN
alphanumerical designation of size of component, which is a convenient integer approximately equal to a
manufacturing dimension in mm. This can apply to either the internal diameter (DN/ID) or the external
diameter (DN/OD), when expressed in millimetres
NOTE The designation for reference or marking purposes consists of the letters DN plus a number.
3.7.4
nominal stiffness
SN
alphanumeric designation for stiffness classification purposes, which has the same numerical value as the
minimum initial specific ring stiffness value required as determined in prEN 14364:2002, when expressed in
newtons per square meter (N/m2)
NOTE The designation for reference or marking purposes consists of the letters SN plus a number.
3.7.5
nominal pressure
PN
alphanumeric designation for pressure classification purposes, which has a numerical value equal to the
resistance of a component of a piping system to internal pressure, when expressed in bars
NOTE The designation for reference or marking purposes consists of the letters PN plus a number.
3.8 Performance
3.8.1
pedestrian area
area reserved for pedestrians and only occasionally open to vehicular traffic for delivery, cleaning purposes or
in emergency
3.8.2
pedestrian street
area where vehicular traffic is prohibited during certain periods (e.g. pedestrian areas during business hours
and vehicular traffic outside these hours)
3.8.3
traffic area
carriageways or roads (including pedestrian streets), kerbside channels, hard shoulders, parking decks and
parking areas, for all types of road vehicles according to Group 2, Group 3 and Group 4 of Clause 6
3.8.4
load bearing chamber
chamber that sustains to the required traffic-loads
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3.8.5
proof load
specified test load, which a component withstands where the related requirements of the product standard are
met
3.8.6
ultimate load
load which causes failure or break
3.8.7
test temperature
temperature at which the test is expected to be carried out, expressed in degrees Celsius (°C).
3.9 Other
3.9.1
gravity system
drain or sewer system where flow is caused by the force of gravity and where the pipeline is designed
normally to operate partially full
3.9.2
non-pressure pipe or fitting
pipe or fitting subject at its top to an internal pressure not greater than 1 bar
3.9.3
pressure pipe or fitting
pipe or fitting having a nominal pressure classification which is greater than 1 bar and which is intended to be
used with the internal pressure equal to or less than its nominal pressure when expressed in bars
3.9.4
sewage
wastewater and/or surface water conveyed by a drain or sewer
3.9.5
drain
pipeline, usually underground, designed to carry wastewater and/or surface water from a source to a sewer
3.9.6
waste water
water changed by use and discharged to a drain or sewer system
3.9.7
domestic waste water
waste water discharged from kitchens, laundry rooms, lavatories, bathrooms, toilets and similar facilities
3.9.8
trade effluent
waste water discharge resulting wholly, or in part, from any industrial or commercial activity
3.9.9
septic sewage
anaerobic sewage containing sulphides
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3.9.10
surface water
water from precipitation, which has not seeped into the ground and which is discharged to the drain or sewer
system directly from the ground or from exterior building surfaces
3.9.11
ground water
water present in the sub-surface strata
3.9.12
sewer system
network of pipelines and ancillary works, which conveys wastewater and/or surface water from drains to a
treatment works or other place of disposal
3.9.13
drain system
network of pipelines and ancillary works that conveys wastewater and/or surface water to a cesspool, sewer
system or other place of disposal
4 Symbols
Symbols that can be used in GRP-UP-manhole production drawings are indicated on Figure 3, Figure 5,
Figure 8, Figure 10, Figure 14, Figure 15, Figure 16, Figure 17 and Figure 20.
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Key
G.L. Ground level
ds External diameter of slab, expressed in
millimetres (mm)
dbs External diameter of base slab, expressed in
millimetres (mm)
dcs External diameter of cover slab, expressed in
millimetres (mm)
dca Access diameter in cover slab, expressed in
millimetres (mm)
dls External diameter of landing slab, expressed
in millimetres (mm)
dla Access diameter in landing slab, expressed
in millimetres (mm)
drs External diameter of reducing slab,
expressed in millimetres (mm)
dra Access diameter in reducing slab, expressed
in millimetres (mm)
dec External diameter of the base unit and
chamber unit at any cross section, expressed
in millimetres (mm)
des External diameter of the shaft units at any
cross-section, expressed in millimetres (mm)
dic Internal diameter of the base unit and
chamber unit at any cross-section, expressed
in millimetres (mm)
dis Internal diameter of shaft units at any cross-
section, expressed in millimetres (mm)
ec Wall thickness of base unit and chamber unit
at any cross-section, expressed in millimetres
(mm)
es Wall thickness of shaft units at any cross
section, expressed in millimetres (mm)
h Internal height of manhole or inspection
chamber, expressed in millimetres (mm)
hb Height from bottom to invert, expressed in
millimetres (mm)
hs Effective height of slab, expressed in
millimetres (mm)
hbs Effective height of base slab, expressed in
millimetres (mm)
hcs Effective height of cover slab, expressed in
millimetres (mm)
hls Effective height of landing slab, expressed in
millimetres (mm)
hrs Effective height of reducing slab, expressed
in millimetres (mm)
hau Effective height of adjusting unit, expressed
in millimetres (mm)
hbu Height of base unit, expressed in millimetres
(mm)
hcu1, hcu2, etc. Height of chamber unit, expressed
in millimetres (mm)
hsu1, hsu2, etc. Height of shaft unit, expressed in
millimetres (mm)
htot Total height of manhole or inspection
chamber, expressed in millimetres (mm)
Figure 5 — Symbols for typical deep manhole
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5 Classification
Manholes and inspection chambers are divided into 3 loading classes as follows:
 Loading class I: Manholes and inspection chambers built of units that can not sustain axial compression
resulting from road vehicles in traffic areas (see 3.8.3). When used in areas of Group 2, Group 3, Group 4,
Group 5 and Group 6 (see Clause 6) a load-distributing slab shall be used (see 3.6.4).
 Loading class II: Manholes and inspection chambers built of units that sustains axial compression
resulting from road vehicles in traffic areas (see 3.8.3). When used in areas of Group 2, Group 3 and
Group 4 (see Clause 6) a load-transmitting slab shall be used (see 3.6.3).
 Loading class III: Manholes and inspection chambers built of units that shall sustain higher axial
compression than that resulting from road vehicles in traffic areas (see 3.8.3). A load-transmitting slab
shall be used (see 3.6.3).
6 Place of installation
The appropriate loading class of manhole or inspection chamber unit to be used depends upon the place of
installation. According to EN 124:1994, the various places of installation have been divided into groups
numbered from 1 to 6. Figure 6 and Figure 7 show the location of Group 1 to Group 4 in a highway
environment. Locations of Group 5 (areas imposing high wheel loads, e.g. docks, aircraft pavements) and
Group 6 (areas imposing particularly high wheel loads, e.g. aircraft pavements) relate to higher wheel loads
than those used in highway environment.
Key
G1 Group 1 - are areas which can only be used by pedestrians and pedal cyclists (see 3.8.1 and 3.8.2)
G2 Group 2 - are footways, pedestrian areas and comparable areas, car parks or car parking decks (see 3.8.1)
G3 Group 3 - area of kerbside channels of roads which when measured from the kerb edge, extends a maximum of 0,5 m into
the carriageway and a maximum of 0,2 m into the footway
G4 Group 4 - carriageways of roads (including pedestrian streets), hard shoulders and parking areas, for all types of road
vehicles (see 3.8.3)
Figure 6 — Typical highway cross-section showing the location of some installation groups
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Key
G1 Group 1 - are areas, which can only be used by pedestrians and pedal cyclists (see Figure 6)
G4 Group 4 - carriage roads (see Figure 6)
G4a Group 4 - pedestrian streets
G4b Group 4 - hard shoulders
Figure 7 – Typical detail of a hard shoulder showing the location of some installation groups
A guide as to which loading class of manhole or inspection chamber unit should be used is shown in Table 1.
The selection of the appropriate loading class is the responsibility of the designer. Where there is any doubt,
the stronger loading class should be selected.
Table 1 — Load class of manhole or inspection chamber units
Place of Manhole Cover slab and adjusting unit Chamber and shaft
a a
installation top e Loading class Loading class
Min. b Min. b
Group 1 A15 All load transmitting Class I Load bearing Class I
Group 2 B125 Use group 4 Use group 4 Use group 4 Use group 4
Group 3 C250 Use group 4 Use group 4 Use group 4 Use group 4
Group 4 D400 Load transmitting Class II Load bearing Class II
Group 4 D400 Load distributing Class II Non load bearing Class I c
Group 5 E600 Load transmitting d Class III Load bearing d Class III d
Group 5 E600 Load distributing d Class III Non load bearing d c, d
Group 6 F900 Load transmitting d Class III Load bearing d Class III d
Group 6 F900 Load distributing d Class III Non load bearing d c, d
a According to EN 124:1994.
b See Clause 5.
c Base unit; chamber unit and shaft unit (see Figure 1) shall always sustain at least to Group 1.
d To be determined by agreement between purchaser and manufacturer.
e See 3.6.3 and 3.6.4.
7 Material specification and properties
7.1 Chamber and shaft units

Use GRP-components for chamber and shaft units (see Figure 1).
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If GRP-UP pipes are used as unit or as component, they shall conform to prEN 14364:2002, unless otherwise
specified. The system designer shall specify the classification of the pipes.
GRP used for non-cylindrical components shall meet the requirements of Table 4 to Table 7. Units made of
such components shall be provided with appropriate means for connection to the adjoining units.
7.2 Pipes, fittings and supporting material
7.2.1 General
Materials such as GRP, thermoplastics, concrete, clay, grey cast iron, ductile iron, stainless steel, carbon steel,
aluminium may be used. Relevant European Standards or in absence of these ISO or local standards shall be
applied.
Pipe spools or coupling systems are used for all connections to the sewer system (see 3.3.4). Design these
pipe spools and coupling systems as to meet the joint performances of the related standard of the material to
be connected.
7.2.2 GRP pipes
Conform to prEN 14364:2002, unless otherwise specified. The system designer shall specify the classification
of the pipes.
7.2.3 Thermoplastics pipes
Materials such as polyethylene or poly(vinyl chloride) may be used. Relevant European Standards or, in
absence of these, ISO standards or otherwise local standards shall be applied.
7.2.4 Concrete pipes
When pre-cast concrete pipes are incorporated, they shall conform to EN 1916, unless otherwise specified.
The classification of the pipes shall be specified by the system designer.
7.2.5 Ductile iron pipes
When ductile iron pipes are incorporated, they shall conform to EN 545 or EN 598, unless otherwise specified.
The classification of the pipes shall be specified by the system designer.
7.2.6 Vitrified clay pipes
When vitrified clay pipes are incorporated, they shall conform to EN 295-1, unless otherwise specified. The
classification of the pipes shall be specified by the system designer.
7.2.7 Stainless steel
Unless otherwise specified, stainless steel used for components incorporated into the manhole or inspection
chamber shall conform to EN 10088. The grade used shall be specified by the system designer.
NOTE For stainless steel in contact with sewage water use at least 1.4401 (AISI 316), 1.4404 (AISI 316L), or 1.4571
(AISI 316Ti)
7.3 Benching and invert

Benching and invert shall be made of GRP-UP (see Figure 2).
The area between benching and the base slab can be filled. Recycled or foamed materials may be used.
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7.4 Slabs and adjusting unit
7.4.1 Concrete
In contact with sewage and other corrosive environment HSR LA-quality (high sulphate resisting) shall be
used as to avoid ettringite formation. All concrete components can be encased in GRP for corrosion protective
purposes against acids such as biogenic sulphuric acid attack. Where GRP encasement is required for
concrete components, this shall be specified by the purchaser.
Pre-cast concrete slabs shall meet the applicable requirements of EN 1997:2002.
7.4.2 GRP
These components shall meet the requirements of Table 4 to Table 7. Units made of such components shall
be provided with appropriate means for connection to the adjoining units.
7.4.3 Protective encasement
Use by preference GRP-UP encasing.
Materials such as polyethylene or poly(vinyl chloride) may be used. Relevant European Standards or, in
absence of these, ISO standards or otherwise local standards shall be applied.
7.5 Manhole top

The production, quality and testing of the materials shall conform to EN 124:1994 (see 3.5.2).
7.6 Joints
7.6.1 Sealing ring
Use sockets or sleeves with elastomeric seals conforming to EN 681 [2]. The sealing ring shall have no
detrimental effects on the properties of the components and shall not cause the test assembly to fail the
performance requirements. The manufacturer of the manholes and inspection chambers or the components
shall supply all the necessary sealing materials and lubricant for the erection.
7.6.2 Cemented joint
Adhesives, if required, shall be specified by the manufacturer of the joint. The joint manufacturer shall ensure
that the adhesives shall not have any detrimental effects on the components with which it is intended to be
used and shall not cause the test assembly to fail the functional requirements.
7.7 Manhole steps and ladders

Manhole steps shall conform to EN 13101. Ladders shall conform to prEN 14396 and national regulations.
8 Types of manholes and inspection chambers

Figures 8 to 19 show typical arrangements for components in GRP manholes and inspection chambers.
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NOTE The figures are schematic sketches only to indicate the design. They do not necessarily represent the
manufactured components. Design should conform to national requirements and/or local practice.
Key
de external diameter of the connection to sewer (see 3.7.1)
di internal diameter of the connection to sewer (see 3.7.2)
e wall thickness of the connection to sewer (see 3.7.2)
Figure 8 – Typical manhole or inspection chamber –

Prefabricated base unit and chamber or shaft unit
NOTE For different sizes of connections to sewers use symbols de1, de2, etc. for external diameter of connections to
sewer, di1, di2, etc. for internal diameter of connections to sewer and e1, e2, etc. for wall thickness of connections to sewer.
Figure 9 — Typical side entry manhole or inspection chamber
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Key
hcr Effective height of connecting ring, expressed in millimetres (mm)
hco Effective height of cone, expressed in millimetres (mm)
hrs Effective height of reducing slab, expressed in millimetres (mm)
Figure 10 — Typical manhole with reducing slab or cone
Figure 11 — Typical back drop manhole
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Figure 12 — Typical manhole for Figure 13 — Typical Manhole for pipeline

pipeline equipment - vent systems equipment – sewer entry of pressure pipe
Key
G.L. Ground level
dcst External diameter of load-transmitting slab, expressed in millimetres (mm)
Figure 14 — Typical load-transmitting cover slab
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Key
G.L. Ground level
dcsd External diameter of load-distributing slab, expressed in millimetres (mm)
∆ Distance between load-distributing cover slab and base unit, chamber unit or shaft unit, expressed in millimetres (mm)
Figure 15 — Typical load-distributing cover slab
Key
G.L. Ground level
Figure 16 — Typical load-distributing slab around shaft unit
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Key
G.L. Ground level
∆ Distance between load-distributing cover slab and base unit, chamber unit or shaft unit, expressed in millimetres (mm)
Figure 17 — Typical load-distributing slab around shaft neck on cone
Figure 18 — Typical closed access fitting
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Figure 19 — Typical rodding tee
9 General characteristics
9.1 National design and safety regulations

For the design of products shown in this standard, reference shall be made to national design and safety
regulations.
9.2 General composition
This standard covers components for manholes and inspection chambers made from GRP. Cylindrical
components shall be in accordance to prEN 14364:2002. Components made from other materials, such as
concrete slabs, metal or plastic ladders etc., may be incorporated provided they comply with a relevant
European standard, if available. If there is no such standard available they shall comply with national
standards or local regulations or provisions if they exist. They can be added if they have no negative influence
on the performance in use of the product.
9.3 Serviceability and durability

If components made from other materials are incorporated, they shall be suitably protected for the expected
service conditions.
If the manhole and inspection chamber are used in aggressive environment, such as sulphuric acid attack,
then all materials, such as concrete slabs, steel components, shall be verified for their serviceability and their
durability.
If sulphuric acid attack can occur (septic sewage), all concrete parts shall be protected with a GRP-liner that is
in close contact with the concrete part. The liner will be designed to sustain to external groundwater pressure.
Adhesion of the liner to the concrete part shall not be taken into account for the stability of the liner.
9.4 Design service temperature

Manholes and inspection chambers shall be suitable for a continuous water discharge temperature of 45 °C in
the case of DN’s less than or equal to 200, or of 35 °C for DN’s over 200.
9.5 General appearance and finish

All components shall be free of surface defects that may adversely affect the performance in use.
Burr that doesn’t harm the connection of the cover slab, the connection between manhole and sewer and/or
influences the flow is acceptable. Repair or touching up of manholes and inspection chambers during
fabrication may be done to meet the requirements of this standard.
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9.6 Flexible connection

When designing the connections of sewers to manholes or inspection chambers the pipeline designer shall
consider the possible occurrence of differential settlement between the sewer and the manhole and the need
to use a flexible connection such as a short length hinge pipe (length ≤ 1000 mm) or take other similar
precaution. All connections shall be watertight according prEN 14364:2002, or equivalent standards for non
GRP-materials. Sealing devices for connection of other materials can be supplied by agreement between
manufacturer and purchaser. Relevant standards shall apply.
9.7 Test conditions
9.7.1 Conditioning
Unless otherwise specified, conditioning of the test piece is not required. However, in case of dispute, store
the test piece(s) in air at the test temperature specified in 9.7.2 for at least 24h prior to testing.
9.7.2 Test temperature
The test temperature shall be (23 ± 4) °C without any special controls on temperature unless otherwise
specified.
9.7.3 Material properties
Test pieces to determine material properties shall, if possible, be taken from a representative component. If it
is not practicable to take the test pieces from a representative component, make them independently of the
manhole or inspection chamber and ensure that the test pieces are of the same construction and manufacture
as the component.
10 Geometrical characteristics
10.1 General
Dimensions of manholes with access for personnel shall comply with the safety requirements in force at the
place of installation. All units of a manhole or inspection chamber system produced by a manufacturer shall be
designed to be interchangeable. If dimensions and their tolerances of units and components are indicated on
drawings, they shall be expressed in mm. Geometrical characteristics shall be determined according to
EN ISO 3126.
10.2 Vertical cylindrical components
10.2.1 General
Base unit, chamber unit, shaft unit, saddle element, manhole top are vertical cylindrical components (see
Figure 1).
10.2.2 Nominal sizes for base unit, chamber unit, shaft unit and saddle elements
10.2.2.1 Manholes with access for cleaning and inspection by personnel
Manholes for all maintenance works with access for personnel shall have a DN/ID 1000 or greater (see 3.7.3).
Table 2 shows the preferred nominal sizes.
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10.2.2.2 Manholes with occasional access for cleaning and inspection
Manholes for the introduction of cleaning equipment, inspection and test equipment with occasional possibility
of access for a man equipped with a harness, shall have a DN/ID of 800 or greater but less than 1000 (see
3.7.3). Table 2 shows the preferred nominal sizes.
10.2.2.3 Inspection chambers
Inspection chambers having DN/ID’s less than 800 permit the introduction of cleaning, inspection and test
equipment but do not provide access for personnel (see 3.7.3). Table 2 shows the preferred nominal sizes.
Table 2 — Preferred nominal sizes for chambers and shafts
Type of access Nominal sizes DN/ID

Inspection chambers No access for personnel 300, 400, 500, 600, 700
Manholes with Access only equipped 800, 900
occasional access with a harness
Manholes Access for all personnel 1000, 1200, 1400, 1600, 1800, 2000,
2200, 2400, 2500, 2600, 2800, 3000.
10.2.3 Size of capping structure
The capping structure (see Figure 4) is composed of a manhole top, adjusting rings and a cone or a cover
slab. The height of the capping structure without the cover slab, hau, (adjusting ring and manhole top) is
approximately 450 mm.
10.2.3.1 Manhole top
Clear openings of manhole tops designed for man entry shall conform to the safety regulations or provisions in
force at the place of use of the units. They shall have a minimum diameter of 600 mm. The frame, cover or
grating shall, unless otherwise specified, conform to the appropriate design in EN 124:1994.
10.2.3.2 Adjusting ring
The adjusting ring shall have a size and shape compatible with the opening in the cover slab and the manhole
top.
10.2.4 Height
10.2.4.1 Effective height
The internal height, h, is the distance from invert to ground level (see Figure 5).
The effective height, htot, is the total length of a base unit, hbu, a chamber unit, hcu, shaft unit, hsu, cone, hco,
slab, hcs, hrs, hls, connecting rings, hcr, and/or adjusting unit, hau, minus, where applicable, the manufacturer’s
recommended insertion depth of the spigot(s) in the socket. The effective height of all units shall be agreed on
between manufacturer and purchaser and stated by the manufacturer.
For operational purposes and if geometrically possible, free height above landing slabs must be at least
2000 mm.
NOTE 1 Practically inspection chambers are limited to internal heights less than 2 metres.
NOTE 2 When an adjusting ring is not used and the manhole top rests on the cover slab then the purchaser should
take into account the permitted tolerances on height and thickness of the units when calculating the internal height of the
manhole.
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10.2.4.2 Tolerances
The limit deviation on manufacturers stated effective height of the units shall be ± 3 % with a maximum of
50 mm. The difference between two measurements shall be not more than 10 mm.
10.2.5 Angles between axes of connections to sewer and drains
10.2.5.1 Dimensions
The angles between the axes of connections to sewers, relative to the outlet pipe (see Figure 20), should be
specified by the purchaser.
Key
A is the outlet
B is connection 1
C is connection 2
D are steps or ladders
Figure 20 — Angles between axes of connections to sewer and drains
10.2.5.2 Tolerances
The limit deviation on angles between connections to sewers and drains shall be ± 3° for all diameters.
10.2.6 End faces
10.2.6.1 Aspect
The end faces of vertical parts of base unit, chamber unit and shaft unit shall be perpendicular, flat and even.
10.2.6.2 Tolerances
When measured in accordance with EN ISO 3126, the deviation from squareness of end faces measured on
circular components for base unit, chamber unit and shaft unit, pmax, shall not exceed the values given in
Table 3.
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Table 3 — Deviation from squareness of end faces of circular components
Nominal size DN pmax

mm
DN ≤ 400 5
400 < DN ≤ 700 6
700 < DN ≤ 900 8
900 < DN ≤ 1000 9
1000 < DN ≤ 1400 11
1400 < DN ≤ 1900 15
1900 < DN ≤ 3000 18
10.3 Geometry of cylindrical components
This clause specifies the vertical cylindrical components used in manholes and inspection chambers and
covers also cylindrical components such as mentioned in 10.1 and connections to sewer.
10.3.1 Specific diameters
10.3.1.1 Dimensions
Their internal, di, or external, de, diameter shall be as specified in prEN 14364:2002 (see 3.7.1 and 3.7.2).
NOTE Manholes or inspection chambers may be supplied having other diameters by agreement between the
manufacturer and the purchaser.
10.3.1.2 Tolerances on diameter
Tolerances are as specified in prEN 14364:2002.
10.3.2 Wall thickness of cylindrical components
The minimum total wall thickness, including the inner layer, shall be declared by the manufacturer and shall
not be less than 3 mm (see 3.7.2). The cylindrical portion of base units, chamber units and shaft units in traffic
areas (see 3.8.3) defined as Group 2 to 4 in Clause 6, shall have a wall thickness not less than the following:
 Manholes: 18 mm;
 Inspection chambers: 14 mm.
10.4 Slabs
The external diameter of the base slab, dbs, cover slab, dcs, load-transmitting slab, dcst, load-distributing slab,
dcsd, reducing slab, drs, landing slab, dls, … shall be not less than the external diameter of the unit, dec, des,
where the slab is laying on (see Figure 5).
External diameters of load-distributing slabs, dcsd, shall be in accordance with the ground bearing. A safety
factor of 10 shall be obtained between generated ground pressure and the ground bearing capacity.
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10.5 Connections
10.5.1 Joints
This clause specifies joints between units and joints for the connection to drains and sewers.
10.5.1.1 Dimensions
The critical dimensions of joint profiles and their respective tolerances shall be evaluated for conformity to the
factory documents.
10.5.1.2 Tolerances
The profile of a joint shall conform to the corresponding design dimensions and tolerances stated in the
factory documents. The effect of any other dimensional tolerances that affect the functioning of the joint shall
be taken into account, as appropriate.
10.5.2 Connection to sewers
Connection of drains or sewers shall be made by either incorporating a short length of the appropriate pipe or
incorporating the appropriate joint.
The invert levels of connections to sewers shall be specified by the purchaser. The diameters GRP
connections shall be in accordance with 10.2.
For the connection to sewers other pipe materials than GRP-UP may be used, by agreement between the
manufacturer and the purchaser.
The unit with any incorporated short lengths of pipe or joints shall comply with the requirements of the
mechanical tests in Table 4. Lengths of short pipes shall allow at least the assembly length of the coupling.
The distance from the top of the base unit and the top of the sewer connection, the distance from both ends of
chamber unit and top or bottom of the sewer connection, and the distance from both ends of the shaft unit and
the top or bottom of the sewer connection shall be compatible with the horizontal joint for the connection of the
units. The unit with the incorporated pipe or joint shall withstand the required resistance test in Table 4.
The distance from the bottom of the base unit and the bottom of the pipe or coupling, whatever is to be
laminated, shall be not less than 80 mm.
The use of a coupling or an integrated pipe end shall be indicated by the manufacturer.
In case of a saddle element, the coupling or pipe-end shall not enter into the sewer with more than
(2,5 mm + 0,01 × DN).
10.6 Benching and inverts in base units
The invert shall be connected to the inner bottom line of the lowest connection to sewer.
The invert, made of GRP-UP, shall have a minimum thickness of 6mm and a glass fibre free resin-rich inner
layer of minimum 0,6 mm.
Joints, when checked in the factory shall have continuity of invert within the following calculated maximum
tolerances:
 up to and including DN 300: 6 mm step;
 greater than DN 300: 0,02 mm × DN, no step to be greater than 30 mm.
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NOTE If benching is required, it is recommended to create the circular part up to half the diameter of the connecting
sewers. The benching is plane under a slope as agreed between the manufacturer and the purchaser, in general between
15° and 30°.
10.7 Manhole steps and ladders

Manhole steps are in accordance with EN 13101. Ladders shall conform to with prEN 14396 and national
regulations. The location for steps or ladder (see Figure 20) shall be specified by the purchaser. The limiting
deviation on angles for the location of steps or ladder shall be ± 3° for all diameters.
Steps incorporated into the units of a manhole shall be positioned so that they are vertically aligned and form
a continuous ladder. Steps shall be vertically equally spaced in the assembled manhole.
The vertical distance between adjacent steps shall, unless otherwise specified, be (250 ± 10) mm. Increase
spacing can be agreed between the manufacturer and the purchaser up to a maximum of 333 mm. The
distance between the highest step and top of the manhole cover shall be less than 500 mm.
Positioning of ladders shall conform to prEN 14396.
11 Mechanical characteristic requirements

When tested in accordance with the test methods as specified in Table 4, Table 5 and Table 6, as applicable,
using the indicated parameters, the manholes or inspection chambers shall have mechanical characteristics
conforming to the requirements given in tables 4 to 6 respectively. Stated values are minimum requirements.
Table 4 — Resistance to vertical loading of manholes and inspection chambers
Test parameters
Item Characteristic Components Requirements Test method
Characteristics Value
4.1 Load class I 2,5 kN/m2 + ground Annex B of
On combined (Clause 5) load EN 1917:2002
Proof load applied
units of the with slab
4.2 Load class II on unit with 120 kN (6.4.4 of
same loading positioned on
(Clause 5) maximum EN 476:1997)
Resistance to class (other unit combination
openings for sewer
4.3 vertical loading shapes as Load class III By agreement a
connection
cones included) (Clause 5) between purchaser
and manufacturer
4.4 Connection to No visual damage Shear load: 10 × DN in Newton Annex B
sewers Test period: 30 min
a Components made of GRP subjected to the mentioned proof load shall for this test meet same requirements of those of
un-reinforced and steel fibre concrete units (no requirement for ultimate load).
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Table 5 — Initial ring stiffness
Test parameters
5.1 Initial ring Pedestrian areas Initial specific ring By agreement between EN 1228
stiffness a Group 1 – Table 1 stiffness purchaser and
Cylindrical shapes manufacturer
for the Base unit,
5.2 Low traffic areas Initial specific ring 1500 N/m2 b EN 1228
Chamber unit, Shaft
Group 2 – Table 1 stiffness (6.4.2 of EN 476:1997)
unit, Shaft neck,
5.3 Adjusting ring High traffic areas Initial specific ring
Group 4, Group 5, stiffness 2500 N/m2 b EN 1228
Group 6 – Table 1
5.4 Pedestrian areas External pressure By agreement between
Group 1 – Table 1 pa (vacuum) purchaser and Annex C
manufacturer d
5.5 Low traffic areas External pressure
Non cylindrical Group 2 – Table 1 pa (vacuum): -0,3 bar d Annex C
shapes as Cones c 1h
Test period:
5.6 High traffic areas External pressure
Group 4, Group 5, pa (vacuum): -0,5 bar b) Annex C
Group 6 – Table 1 Test period: 1 hour
a Not applicable on GRP components used for concrete encasing. GRP components for encasement shall be tested to
sustain to groundwater pressure. Same test method as for non-cylindrical GRP components and slabs shall be applied
(see Item 5.4 to 5.6).
b Higher ring stiffness can be required in weak soils or in the presence of groundwater.
c Non-cylindrical shapes shall be tested with a negative pressure test as described in Annex C. Cylindrical shapes may be
tested with a negative pressure test instead of testing according to EN 1228.
d pa = 24 × SN × (1-η2) – with η: transversal contraction value (poissons ratio); the value of SN as indicated for cylindrical
shapes.
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Table 6 — Other mechanical characteristics of manholes and inspection chambers
Test parameters
6.1 Mechanical Cylindrical portion of Requirements of All mechanical Shall conform to Test methods
characteristics base unit, Chamber mechanical characteristics on prEN 14364:2002 or, as indicated in
of cylindrical unit, Shaft unit, Shaft characteristics pipes according to in absence, be prEN 14364:2
GRP neck, Adjusting ring, on pipes in prEN 14364:2002 declared by the 002
components connection to sewers prEN 14364:200 manufacturer.
2 a
6.2 Mechanical Base unit, Chamber Min. safety Initial specific Individual value Annex E,
characteristics unit, Shaft unit, factor of 2 on longitudinal > 90 Mpa; completed
of components Cones, Adjusting initial specific compressive Mean value of a with
subjected to ring, Connection to longitudinal strength badge of 5 samples EN ISO 604
axial loading sewers compressive > 100 Mpa.
strength
6.3 Mechanical
characteristics Tensile strength According design EN 1394
of non
cylindrical GRP Such as cones
6.4 components
other than Flexural property According design ISO 14125
slabs
6.5 Mechanical Adjusting ring EN 1917:2002 All characteristics Shall conform to EN 1917:2002
characteristics according to EN 1917:2002 or, in
of cylindrical EN 1917:2002 absence, be declared
concrete by the manufacture
components b
6.6 Mechanical Cover slab, Base Min. safety Flexural property Declared by ISO 14125
characteristics slab, Reducing slab, factor 2 manufacturer
of GRP slabs Cones
6.7 Mechanical Cover slab, Base EN 1917:2002 Shall conform to EN 1917:2002 EN 1997:2002
characteristics slab, Reducing slab,
of concrete Cones
slabs b
6.8 Mechanical Manhole top c EN 124:1994 Clause 5 of 8.1 of EN 124:1994 Clause 8 of
characteristics EN 124:1994 EN 124:1994
6.9 of access Landing slab No structural Work load 2,5 kN/m
2
— (only by
facilities failure calculation)
a If subjected to internal pressure, min longitudinal tensile strength shall be in accordance to the required initial design
pressure (shall be applied to non-cylindrical shapes as cones as well).
b When corrosion is expected all components in concrete shall be encased in GRP for corrosion protective purposes. GRP
components for encasements shall be verified either by test or calculation to sustain to groundwater pressure. Same test
method as for mechanical characteristics of cylindrical GRP components and slabs can be applied (see Table 5).
c Preferentially class D400 shall be used (Clause 5 of EN 124:1994).
12 Performance requirements
When tested in accordance with the test methods as specified in Table 7 using the indicated parameters, the
joints and the system shall have characteristics conforming to the requirements given Table 7. Stated values
are minimum requirements. They have to be adapted to national requirements and safety regulations.
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Table 7 – Fitness for purpose characteristics of manholes and inspection chambers

Test parameters
Characteristic Min. value
7.1 Tightness of Joints between units, 9.6.3 of EN prEN 14364:2002 prEN EN 1119
non end load such as joint between 476:1997 without angular 14364:2002
bearing flexible base unit, chamber deflection, shear or
joints with unit, shaft unit and diametric deflection, but
elastomeric slabs including vacuum test
sealing rings
7.2 GRP connection to 7.3 of prEN 7.3 of prEN prEN EN 1119
GRP sewers 14364:2002 14354:2002 14364:2002
7.3 Connections of other Applicable product Applicable product Applicable Applicable
pipe materials standard standard product product
standard standard
7.4 Water tightness Inspection chamber no leakage, Test pressure at invert: Height of the Totally filled
a, b, c internal height ≤ 2m d fissures or drops of insp. chamber.
(ref. EN water e Test period: 30 min
476:1997) f
7.5 Separate manhole- Test pressure at invert 50 kPa Water column
units no leakage, or lowest point of the realised by
OR fissures or drops of unit: 30 min erection of a
water e Test period: vertical pipe
7.6 Prefabricated
as riser shaft
complete manhole
7.7 Gas tightness On complete 10 % acceptable Negative test pressure: 0,3 bar g Annex D
(informative test)
assemblies or pressure drop Test period: 15 min g
separate units
7.8 Corrosion Cylindrical GRP- Resistance to prEN 14364:2002 prEN EN 1120
resistance h, i components strain corrosion 14364:2002
according
prEN 14364:2002
7.9 Metal parts 4.2.7 of prEN Immersion period: 7 days Immersion in
14364:2002 Liquid temperature: (23 + 2) °C an aqueous
No evidence of Solution: 30 g/l sodium
corrosion chloride
solution.
a Instead of water test, air pressure test may be performed according 13.2 of EN 1610:1997. The water used for the test
referred to in this Standard shall be tap water having a pH of 7 ± 2.
b Close the connections with a cap or plug and fill the manhole with water or put air pressure. Axial forces on the connections
caused by the internal pressure may be transmitted into a rigid framework made of steel or into any other suitable construction.
c Any leakage through is cause for failure of the test.
d For practical reasons and as explained in 10.1.3.1 inspection chambers are limited to internal heights less than 2 m.
Inspection chambers with internal heights greater than 2 m shall be tested as manholes.
e Non GRP protected concrete components follow requirements of EN 1997:2002.
f 50 kPa (0,5 bar) or as agreed between manufacturer and purchaser. For this aim, chamber may be designed with flange at
the top either for exploitation or test purposes.
g As air tightness is an informative test, to be performed only on request of the client, negative pressure and test period can be
agreed between client and manufacturer. Although negative pressure shall not exceed 0,8 bar (relative to atmospheric, i.e.
approximately 0,2 bar (0,02 Mpa) absolute.
h Strain corrosion test on GRP components only applies to elements subjected to loading conditions and above the water
surface. Taking this into account, strain corrosion tests shall only be performed on cylindrical GRP-components of chamber
units and shaft units.
i Concrete parts shall be in accordance to requirements of EN1997:2002. Notice that concrete parts according EN 1916 and
EN 1997:2002 are not acid resistant and can degrade by sulphuric acid attack. In that case the use of concrete parts shall be
avoided or at least be protected with a non-degrading liner, such as a GRP-UP liner in accordance with 9.3.
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13 Conformity evaluation
13.1 General
Conformity evaluation shall be as specified in Annex A.
NOTE 1 It is recommended that conformity to this European Standard should be demonstrated by means of product
certification by an approved certification body complying with the requirements of EN 45011. However, attention is drawn
to Table ZA.2 regarding the clauses to which the EU Commission’s decision on the level of attestation of conformity
applies for the purposes of CE marking, within the context of the Construction Products Directive (89/106). In order not to
submit the manufacturer to a double procedure, the Commission has declared that the more severe procedure, if applied,
can satisfy the less severe one reported and applying as described in ZA.2.
NOTE 2 When units are certified by an approved certification body (and in accordance with EN 45011) receiving
inspection by, or on behalf of, the purchaser is not necessary, except for the marking.
13.2 Product evaluation procedures
13.2.1 General
The procedures are as follows:

a) initial type testing of units (ITT);
b) process verification test (PVT);
c) further testing of samples in accordance with this European Standard.
13.2.2 Initial type testing and audit testing
Initial type testing and audit testing shall be undertaken to show conformity to this European Standard. Tests
previously performed in accordance with the requirements of this standard (same product of specified product
grouping, same characteristics, same method of sampling and same or more demanding test) may be taken
into account. Initial type testing shall also be undertaken whenever there is a significant change in design,
type of material or method of manufacture.
The initial type test and audit tests consists of taking samples (as indicated in Annex A) and subjecting them
to the relevant test(s). To satisfy the requirements of the initial type test and audit tests, all samples shall
conform to the requirements of this European Standard.
When the manufacturer’s test equipment is officially calibrated, initial type testing and audit testing shall
normally be carried out with that equipment.
13.2.3 Product verification tests
Product verification tests (PVT) shall be performed as described in Annex A.
14 Marking
Each unit, or where this is not practicable, each package of units, shall be marked indelibly and in a clearly
visible manner, by printing or formed directly on the units. Identification of the unit(s) shall be either on the
inside or the outside surface and made in such a way that no doubt is possible. Marking shall be done using
colouring that differs from the basic colouring of the product, in such a way that the marking does not harm the
requirements specified in this standard. Markings shall be readable without magnification.
Marking on manhole units or inspection chamber units shall include at least the following information:
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a) the number of this standard for all units made of GRP or other European standard number for units made
of other standardized materials;
b) identification of material of unit;
c) nominal size DN and diameter series, e.g. A, B1, B2,… if applicable in accordance with prEN
14364:2002;
d) stiffness classification in accordance with prEN 14364:2002, if applicable;
e) pressure classification in accordance with prEN 14364:2002, where applicable;
f) identification of loading class, with indication of the proof load;
g) weight of the unit;
h) joint type in accordance with prEN 14364:2002; with indication of end-load-bearing if applicable;
i) identification of manufacturer and site of production;
j) identification of date or period of manufacture (at least month and year);
k) identification of the product relative to the project, if applicable;
l) identification of serviceability conditions other than normal;
m) identification of special use, where applicable;
n) identification of Third Party Certification Body, if applicable;
o) standard quality mark, if applicable.
NOTE If legally required the CE marking will have to be included in the marking.
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Annex A
(informative)
Guidance for the assessment of conformity
A.1 GRP components

The assessment of conformity of GRP components are in accordance with prCEN/TS14632 [1].
Table A.1 – Characteristics for Initial Type Test (ITT) -

Characteristics declared by the manufacturers
DESIGN
Characteristic Reference Sampling Requirements for ITT
Wall construction Table 3 of prCEN/TS 14632

Wall thickness
Geometrical Clause 10, On each unit subjected to ITT-tests
Dimensions of Figure 3,
Figure 5, Figure 8,
Figure 10, Figure 14,
Figure 15, Figure 16,
Figure 17, Figure 20
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Table A.2 – Characteristics for Initial Type Test (ITT) - Characteristics verified by test
Characteristic Reference Sampling Requirements for ITT
PIPES
Table 4 of prCEN/TS 14632 Table 4 of prCEN/TS 14632
FITTINGS
JOINTS

PREFABRICATED COMPLETE MANHOLE OR INSPECTION CHAMBER
Resistance to vertical loading Table 4 One unit combination per loading class to be tested.
Item 4.1 to 4.3 Only test on smallest DN of chamber.
Water tightness Table 7 One manhole or inspection chamber with maximum
Item 7.4 to 7.6 internal height.
SLAB OF GRP
Flexural property Table 6 2 times 3 samples made out of one representative

Item 6.6 sample plate.
One series of three samples tested with the bottom
surface in compression.
surface in traction.
SEPARATE CONE AND NON-CILINDRICAL GRP-SHAPES
Resistance to vertical loading Table 4 One component per loading class to be tested.
Item 4.1 to 4.3 Only test on the element with the smallest moment of
inertia.
External pressure Table 5 One component per group to be tested.
Item 5.4 to 5.6 Only test on biggest size.
Tensile strength Table 6 3 samples made out of one representative sample
Item 6.3 plate.
Flexural property Table 6 2 x 3 samples made out of one representative
Item 6.4 sample plate.
CONNECTION TO SEWERS
Resistance to vertical loading Table 4 One component to be tested per connected pipe
Item 4.4 material.
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Table A.3 – Characteristics and minimum sampling frequencies for AT
Characteristic Reference Minimum sampling frequency

GENERAL
Table 5 of prCEN/TS14632 Table 5 of prCEN/TS 14632

PIPES WITH FLEXIBLE OR RIGIT JOINTS

FITTINGS

JOINT PERFORMANCE

PREFABRICATED COMPLETE MANHOLE OR INSPECTION CHAMBER
Resistance to vertical loading Table 4 Once/5 years/loading class

Item 4.1 to 4.3
Water tightness Table 7 Manhole or inspection chamber – one/5 years
Item 7.4 to 7.6
SEPARATE CONE OR OTHER SHAPE OF GRP
Resistance to vertical loading Table 4 Once/year/loading class

Item 4.1 to 4.3
External pressure Table 5 Once/year/loading class
Item 5.4 to 5.6
Tensile strength Table 6 3 samples made out of one representative sample
Item 6.3 plate / year
CONNECTION TO SEWERS
Resistance to vertical loading Table 4 Once/5 years/pipe material

Item 4.4
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Table A.4 — Characteristics for PVT
Characteristic Reference Minimum sampling frequency

GENERAL
Table 8 of prCEN/TS 14632 Clause 4.2.3.2 of prCEN/TS 14632

PIPES WITH FLEXIBLE OR RIGIT JOINTS

FITTINGS

JOINT PERFORMANCE

BASE UNIT / CHAMBER UNIT / SHAFT UNIT / ADJUSTING RING
Initial axial compression Table 6 Once/year/loading class

Item 6.2
SLAB OF GRP

Item 6.6 sample plate/year.
SEPARATE CONE OR OTHER SHAPE OF GRP

Item 6.4 sample plate/year
A.2 Non-GRP components

Concrete components shall meet requirements of EN 1997:2002;
Manhole tops shall meet requirements of EN 124:1994;
Steps shall meet requirements of EN 13101;
Ladders shall meet requirements of prEN 14396.
Other non-GRP components used in the manhole or inspection chamber shall meet requirements of the
applicable standard.
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Annex B
(normative)
Test method for connections to sewer
B.1 Scope
The mechanical resistance of sewer connections shall be tested on a base unit (see Figure 1) with a height of
min 1m and of a representative nominal size from the middle range of all diameters produced under the same
conditions. Connections to the sewer network shall be of the minimum applicable nominal size for the
representative nominal size of the base unit.
The load of 10DN in newton (N) shall be applied regularly and without any shock at the indicated section for a
period of 30 min. No visual damage may appear.
Pay attention that the manhole doesn’t turn over. To prevent such, a load, such as filling up the bottom unit
with sand, may be applied on the manhole.
B.2 Connection using an integrated pipe element

The point of loading shall be no more than 50 mm from the end of the plain end of the connection pipe as
showed in Figure B.1. The loading point shall be situated no more than 50 mm from the end of the connection.
Figure B.1 — Connection using an integrated pipe element
B.3 Connections using an integrated pipe coupling

In the coupling a piece of pipe of at least 1 m length shall be erected. Make the supporting and the charge the
pipes as mentioned in Figure B.2. The loading point shall be situated no more than 50 mm from the coupling.
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Figure B.2 — Connection using an integrated pipe coupling
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Annex C
(normative)
Negative pressure test on units
C.1 Scope
This annex specifies the test method for the determination of negative pressure resistance of non-cylindrical
shapes of GRP-units for manholes or inspection chambers.
NOTE This test is equivalent to the vacuum test on flexible and reduced-articulation joints (ref. EN 1119:1996).
C.2 Principle
The test piece is connected on both sides with joints to end sealing devices. When under vacuum, the joint
and unit is monitored for leakage and damage.
C.3 Apparatus
C.3.1 End sealing devices of sizes and type appropriate to the components under test.
C.3.2 Supports to ensure the stability and make a safe test possible. Supports shall not modify stiffness of
the test piece or the end sealing devices.
C.3.3 Vacuum pomp capable of applying the required negative pressure.
C.3.4 Pressure gauges capable of measuring the negative pressures to an accuracy of ± 2 %.
C.4 Test pieces

Test piece and end sealing devices are assembled with joints and are positioned preferably vertical on the
same way they are used in the manhole or inspection chamber. If they are positioned horizontal, supports
shall not influence the ring stiffness of end sealing devices or test piece.
For the connection between the test piece and the end sealing devices the same joints for assembling the
units, according 10.5 and Table 7, shall be used.
The end-sealing device is assembled from a cap laminated on a piece of pipe
The cap can sustain the vacuum pa. The pipe has a length of 3 times the nominal size and a calculated
nominal stiffness.
pa = 24 × SN × (1-ν²) …(C.1)
where
ν is the transversal contraction value (Poissons ratio)
NOTE For the end-sealing devices, a pipe with a slightly higher stiffness of the connected unit may be used.
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C.5 Procedure
a) Apply vacuum to negative pressure as indicated in Table 5. Seal and leave for not less than the in
Table 5 indicated test period;
b) Measure and record any change in pressure and compare the result with the requirement of Table 5.
Check for any pressure change greater than 10% of the applied vacuum during the test period;
c) Return the pressure to atmospheric pressure;
d) Inspect the joint for and record any observations of damage.
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Annex D
(informative)
Test method for gas-tightness of inspection chambers and manholes
D.1 Scope
If requested gas-tightness of inspection chambers and manholes can be tested by negative pressure
resistance test.
NOTE: This test is equivalent to the vacuum test on flexible and reduced-articulation joints (ref. EN 1119:1996)
D.2 Principle
A tight cover plate using a standard sealing ring in accordance to 7.3 closes the inspection chamber or
manhole. Connection to sewers shall be closed using end-sealing devices. When under vacuum, the joints
and units are monitored for leakage and damage.
D.3 Apparatus
D.3.1 End sealing devices of sizes and type appropriate to the connection to sewers.
D.3.2 Supports to ensure the stability and make a safe test possible.
D.3.3 Vacuum pomp capable of applying the required negative pressure.
D.3.4 Pressure gauges capable of measuring the negative pressures to an accuracy of ± 2 %.
D.4 Test pieces

The inspection chamber or manhole is positioned preferably vertical on the same way they are used at the
construction site. Supports may be used to ensure the stability of the test arrangement.
End sealing devices on connections to sewers shall always be supported externally to avoid axial loading by
the connection to sewer on the chamber or shaft.
Cover plates on non-load-bearing chambers may be supported externally to avoid axial loading by the
coverplate on the chamber or shaft.
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D.5 Procedure
a) Apply vacuum to negative pressure as indicated in table 7. Seal and leave for not less than the in Table 7
indicated test period;
b) Measure and record any change in pressure and compare the result with the requirement of table 7.
Check for any pressure change greater than 10% of the applied vacuum during the test period;
c) Return the pressure to atmospheric pressure;
d) Inspect the manhole for and record any observations of damage or remaining deformations.
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Annex E
(normative)
Initial specific longitudinal compressive strength – Test method
E.1 Scope
The manufacturer shall declare the initial specific longitudinal compressive strength.
E.2 Number of the test pieces

Each batch consists of 5 test pieces.
E.3 Dimension of the test pieces

The 5 test pieces, with width W according equation (E.2), forming the batch, are cut anywhere along the
longitudinal axis of a pipe ring with length L according to equation (E.1) (see Figure E.1).
Key
L lenth of the test piece, expressed in mm
W width of the test piece, expressed in mm
e is the wall thickness of the pipe (see 3.7.2)
el inner layer thickness, without aggregates or fillers and without reinforcement of glass or synthetic filaments,
expressed in mm
Figure E.1 – Dimensions of test pieces for proving longitudinal compressive strength
L = 4 × ( e - el) …(E.1)
W = 1000 / (e – el) …(E.2)
Tolerances on L and W: ± 3 mm.
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When preparing the samples, ensure that the sides are exactly at right angles and parallel.
On the individual test pieces the minimum values of W, e and e1 as indicated in figure E.1 shall be measured
to an accuracy of ± 0,5 mm. The smallest cross-sectional area A shall be calculated according equation E.3.
A = (e - e1) × W …(E.3)
E.4 Test
A compression load shall be applied via flat parallel plates to the total faces of the ends of each of the test
pieces. The test has to be carried out at a rate of 5 mm/min until the sample ruptures. The respective load at
fracture F shall be recorded.
Determine for each test piece the initial specific longitudinal compressive strength, by dividing the load at
fracture F by the smallest cross-sectional area A of the respective test piece.
E.5 Test report

The test report shall include at least the following information:
a) a reference to this European standard;
b) complete identification of the material tested, including type, source, manufacturer’s code number and
history, where these are known;
c) description of the form, dimensions, classification (SN; PN; …), method of manufacture, preliminary
treatments, etc. of the basic material samples are cut out;
d) type of the test specimen, width, thickness and length: mean, minimum and maximum values, if
applicable;
e) method of preparing the test specimen and any details of the manufacturing method used;
f) orientation of the test specimen in relation to the product or semi-finished product from which it is cut;
g) number of specimens tested;
h) the standard atmosphere for conditioning and for testing;
i) accuracy grading of the test machine (see ISO 5893);
j) type of deformation indicator;
k) type of compression tool;
l) whether or not slip promoters or slip inhibitors were used on the end surfaces;
m) the speed of testing;
n) the individual test results F and initial specific longitudinal compressive strength F/A;
o) the mean value(s) of the calculated initial specific longitudinal compressive strength;
p) (optionally) the standard deviation SD, and/or coefficient of variation, and/or confidence limits of the
mean;
q) if any test specimens have been rejected and replaced, and if so, the reasons;
r) date of measurement;
s) co-ordinates of laboratory where the test are performed.
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Annex ZA
(informative)
Clauses of this European Standard addressing the

provisions of the EU Construction Products Directive
ZA.1 Scope and relevant characteristics

This European Standard has been prepared under Mandate M/118 ‘Waste water engineering products’ given
to CEN by the European Commission and the European Free Trade Association.
The clauses of this European Standard shown in this annex meet the requirements of the Mandate given
under the EU Construction Products Directive (89/106/EEC).
Compliance with these clauses confers a presumption of fitness of the construction products covered by this
annex for their intended uses herein; reference shall be made to the information accompanying the CE
marking.
Warning: Other requirements and other EU Directives, not affecting the fitness for intended use may be
applicable to construction products falling within the scope of this European Standard.
NOTE 1 In addition to any specific clauses relating to dangerous substances contained in this standard, there may be
other requirements applicable to the products falling within its scope (e.g. transposed European legislation and national
laws, regulations and administrative provisions). In order to meet the provisions of the EU Construction Products
Directive, these requirements need also to be complied with, when and where they apply.
NOTE 2 An informative database of European and national provisions on dangerous substances is available at the
Construction web site on EUROPA
(accessed through http: //europa.eu.int/comm/enterprise/construction/internal/dangsub/dangmain.htm).
This annex has the same scope as Clause 1 of this European Standard with regard to the products covered.
It establishes the conditions for the CE marking of GRP manholes and inspection chambers intended for the
use indicated below and shows the relevant clauses applicable (see Table ZA.1).
Construction product(s): Plastics piping systems drainage and sewerage. Glass-reinforced thermosetting
plastics (GRP) based on unsaturated polyester resin (UP) – Manholes and
inspection chambers.
Intended use(s): To permit access for and to allow aeration and ventilation of underground piping
systems such as drain or sewer systems, for example on carriageways, parking
areas, hard shoulders and all other cases outside buildings.
The conveyance of sewage, rainwater and surface water under gravity or
occasionally at low head of pressure
The requirement on a certain characteristic is not applicable in those Member States (MSs) where there are
no regulatory requirements on that characteristic for the intended end use of the product. In this case,
manufacturers placing their products on the market of these Member States (MSs) are not obliged to
determine nor declare the performance of their products with regard to this characteristic and the option “No
performance determined” (NPD) in the information accompanying the CE marking (see ZA.3) may be used.
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Table ZA.1 — Relevant clauses
Essential Requirement Levels Notes

characteristics clauses in this EN and/or
classes
Opening size Clause 10.2.3.1 none Safety regulations or provisions at the place of use of
the units will normally specify minimum size in mm,
and possible shape.
Mechanical Table 6 none Although minimum initial specific longitudinal
resistance Item 6.2 to 6.9 compressive strength is expressed in Mpa,
resistance to vertical loading is expressed by means
Table 4
of the corresponding load class.
Item 4.1 to 4.3
Load bearing Clause 7.7 none For vertical loading and horizontal pull-out reference
capacity of any is made to the respective European standards.
installed steps or
ladders
Watertightness Table7 none Characteristic is demonstrated by no leakage,
Item 7.1 to 7.6 fissures, drops of water or other visible defects during
the test.
Durability Clause 9.3 none Durability of the GRP products used shall be
Table 7 demonstrated with the strain-corrosion-test as
Item 7.8 to 7.9 specified in prEN 14364:2002.
Durability for all other products used shall be
demonstrated by reference to specific performance
criteria and test methods in the related product
standards. Special care shall be taken in case there
is a risk, even small, for biogenic sulphuric acid
attack and other corrosion attacks. If their durability
can not be proved, GRP-UP-liner shall be applied.
ZA.2 Procedure(s) for the attestation of conformity of GRP manholes and inspection
chambers.
ZA.2.1 System of attestation of conformity
The system of attestation of conformity of GRP manholes and inspection chambers indicated in Table ZA.1 as
given in Annex III of the mandate M/118 for “Waste water engineering products” is shown in Table ZA.2 for the
indicated intended use(s) and relevant level(s) and class(es).
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Table ZA.2 — Attestation of conformity system
Product (s) Intended use(s) Level or class(es) Attestation of

conformity
system
GRP manholes, To permit access for and to allow aeration none 4a

inspection and ventilation of underground piping
chambers and systems such as drain or sewer systems, for
ancillary fittings example on carriageways, parking areas,
hard shoulders and all other cases outside
buildings.
The conveyance of sewage, rainwater and
surface water under gravity or occasionally
at low head of pressure
a System 4: See Directive 89/106/EEC (CPD) Annex III.2. (ii), Third possibility.
The attestation of conformity of the GRP manholes and inspection chambers in Table ZA.1. shall be based on
the evaluation of conformity procedures indicated in Table ZA.3 resulting from application of the clauses of
this or other European Standard indicated therein.
Table ZA.3. — Assignment of evaluation of conformity tasks
Tasks Content of the task Evaluation of

conformity
Clauses to apply
Process Parameters related to all characteristics of Table 13.2.3

verification ZA.1. relevant for the intended use
Tasks for the testing (PVT)
manufacturer
Initial type All characteristics of Table ZA.1 relevant for the 13.2.2
testing (ITT) intended use
ZA.2.2 EC Certificate and Declaration of conformity
When compliance with this annex is achieved, the manufacturer or his agent established in the European
Economic Area (EEA), shall prepare and retain a declaration of conformity (EC Declaration of conformity),
which entitles the manufacturer or his agent to affix the CE marking. This declaration shall include:
 name and address of the manufacturer, or his authorised representative established in the EEA, and
place of production;
 description of the product (type, identification, use…), and a copy of the information accompanying the
CE marking;
 provisions to which the products conforms (e.g. Annex ZA of this European Standard);
 particular conditions applicable to the use of the products (e.g. provisions for use under certain
conditions);
 name of, and position held by, the person empowered to sign the declaration on behalf of the
manufacturer or his authorised representative.
The above mentioned declaration shall be presented in the official language or languages of the Member
State in which the product is to be used.
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NOTE Duplication of information between the declaration and certificates should be avoided. To avoid duplication of
information, cross-reference between documents may be made when one contains more information than the other.
ZA.3 CE marking and labeling

The manufacturer or his authorised representative established within the EEA is responsible for the affixing of
the CE marking. The CE marking symbol to affix shall be in accordance with EU Directive 93/68/EEC and
shall be shown on the manhole or inspection chamber, or it may be on the accompanying label, the packaging
or on the accompanying commercial documents (e.g. the delivery note).
The following information shall accompany the CE marking symbol (where relevant):
a) name or identifying mark and registered address of the producer;
b) last two digits of the year of affixing the CE marking;
c) reference to this European Standard;
d) description of the product: “manhole” or “inspection chamber”;
The following characteristics shall accompany the above information on the commercial documents.
a) intended use and type of the component;
b) opening size – dimensions in millimetres and shape;
c) mechanical resistance in the form of:
1) SN of chamber and shaft units;
2) loading class in according to Clause 5;
3) characteristic compressive strength of GRP in units whose strength is not verified by routine
performance testing, in megapascals.
d) load bearing capacity of any installed steps or ladders, and horizontal pull-out resistance, in kilonewtons;
e) durability – serviceability conditions appropriate to intended use – especially their resistance against
biogenic sulphuric acid corrosion attack
f) “No performance determined” for characteristics where this is relevant.
The “No performance determined” (NPD) option may not be used where the characteristic is subject to a
threshold level. Otherwise, the NPD option may be used when and where the characteristic, for a given
intended use, is not subject to regulatory requirements in the Member State of destination.
Figure ZA.1 gives an example of the information to be given on the accompanying documents.
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CE conformity marking, consisting of the “CE”-

symbol given in Directive 93/68/EEC.
AnyCo Ltd, P.O. Box 21, B-1050 Name or identifying mark and registered
address of the producer
03 Last two digits of the year in which the marking
was affixed
EN TC 155 WI 00155255 Number of this European Standard
GRP-UP Manholes and inspection chambers for use

in drain and sewer systems
Opening size: DN700
Classification: DN1000 SN5000 PN1
Loading class: II – 120 kN Description of the product
and
Load bearing capacity of ladders:
information on regulated characteristics
Vertical loading: 1,5 kN
Horizontal pull-out/anchor: 3 kN
Durability: Strain corrosion resistance according to
prEN 14364:2002
Figure ZA.1 — Example CE marking information
In addition to any specific information relating to dangerous substances shown above, the product should also
be accompanied, when an where required and in the appropriate form, by documentation listing any other
legislation on dangerous substances for which compliance is claimed, together with any information required
by that legislation.
NOTE European legislation without national derogations need not be mentioned.
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and non- pressure — Glass-reinforced thermosetting plastics (GRP) based on polyester resin (UP) —
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11 Mechanical characteristic requirements ...................................................................................32

This document is currently submitted to the CEN Enquiry.

EN 1610:1997, Construction and testing of drains and sewers.

EN 14396, Fixed ladders for manholes.

EN ISO 604, Plastics — Determination of compressive properties (ISO 604:2002).

EN ISO 3126, Plastics piping systems — Plastics components — Determination of dimensions

3 Terms and definitions

3.1 Manholes and inspection chambers

3.2 Prefabricated unit

Figure 1 — Typical structures

3.3 Components of the base unit

Figure 2 — Base Unit

3.4 Component of the side entry manhole or inspection chamber

Figure 3 — Side entry manhole or inspection chamber

3.5 Units forming the capping structure

Figure 4 — Capping structure

3.6 Slabs and other elements used as reducing unit

3.7 Sizes and nominal values

Figure 5 — Symbols for typical deep manhole

Table 1 — Load class of manhole or inspection chamber units

Group 6 F900 Load distributing d Class III Non load bearing d c, d

d To be determined by agreement between purchaser and manufacturer.

e See 3.6.3 and 3.6.4.

7 Material specification and properties

7.1 Chamber and shaft units

7.2 Pipes, fittings and supporting material

7.2.2 GRP pipes

7.2.3 Thermoplastics pipes

7.2.4 Concrete pipes

7.2.5 Ductile iron pipes

7.2.6 Vitrified clay pipes

7.2.7 Stainless steel

7.3 Benching and invert

7.4 Slabs and adjusting unit

Pre-cast concrete slabs shall meet the applicable requirements of EN 1997:2002.

7.4.3 Protective encasement

Use by preference GRP-UP encasing.

7.5 Manhole top

7.6.1 Sealing ring

7.6.2 Cemented joint

7.7 Manhole steps and ladders

8 Types of manholes and inspection chambers

Figure 8 – Typical manhole or inspection chamber –

Figure 9 — Typical side entry manhole or inspection chamber

Figure 10 — Typical manhole with reducing slab or cone

Figure 11 — Typical back drop manhole

Figure 12 — Typical manhole for Figure 13 — Typical Manhole for pipeline

Figure 14 — Typical load-transmitting cover slab

Figure 15 — Typical load-distributing cover slab

Figure 16 — Typical load-distributing slab around shaft unit

Figure 17 — Typical load-distributing slab around shaft neck on cone

Figure 18 — Typical closed access fitting

Figure 19 — Typical rodding tee

9.1 National design and safety regulations

9.2 General composition

9.3 Serviceability and durability

9.4 Design service temperature