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BS EN 16837:2018 Surfaces for sports areas - determination of linear shoe/surface friction
Publication Year
2018
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Defines a test method for assessing shoe/surface friction on synthetic sports surfaces, applicable to both indoor and outdoor facilities. It establishes key terms such as slip resistance, friction, and vertical load, and references relevant ISO standards for material hardness and resilience. The test method utilizes a Pendulum Tester, which measures energy loss as a spring-loaded rubber slider (test foot) moves over the surface, providing a Pendulum Test Value (PTV) to quantify friction. The document also outlines the required apparatus specifications to ensure consistency and accuracy in testing.
ISBN
9780580889714
Publisher Information
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