Srps En 13670 ^new^ -

Covers the design, installation, and removal of support structures.

Steel reinforcement gives concrete its tensile strength. The standard imposes rigid rules on:

The standard requires a clear organizational structure on-site. Documentation is mandatory, including an "Execution Specification" which details the specific requirements for a particular project. This ensures that every worker and supervisor knows the tolerances and materials required. 2. Falsework and Formwork

It provides a uniform set of rules for contractors, ensuring consistent quality across different projects. srps en 13670

Formwork must be engineered to withstand all loads during the casting and curing processes without significant deflection.

: Provides guidelines for the placing, compacting, and curing of concrete to ensure the material reaches its intended strength. Inspection Regimes : Establishes Execution Classes

Temporary supports must remain in place until the concrete has achieved sufficient strength to safely carry its own weight and any immediate construction loads. 4. Reinforcement Steel: Handling and Installation Covers the design, installation, and removal of support

Formwork and falsework must be engineered to temporarily support the weight of fresh concrete, workers, and machinery without shifting or collapsing. Key Requirements

“The cover blocks are too sparse in the south corner, Jovan,” Marko said, pointing. “If that steel shifts during the pour, we lose durability. We follow the standard, or we don't pour.”

Achieving the correct concrete cover (the distance between the outer steel bar and the exterior surface of the concrete) is critical to protect the steel from rusting. Contractors must use non-corrosive spacers (concrete or plastic) at regular intervals to maintain this distance. 5. Concreting Operations: From Mixing to Curing Falsework and Formwork It provides a uniform set

In the European system (Eurocodes), SRPS EN 13670 does not exist in a vacuum. It is designed to work in tandem with other important standards:

Small, simple structures (e.g., residential garages, retaining walls) Basic self-inspection by the contractor. Medium Risk Standard residential, commercial, and office buildings Systematic internal checks and periodic independent audits. EXC3

Stricter requirements for complex or high-risk structures.

By following this standard, Serbian engineers and contractors align themselves with European best practices. It facilitates: