Mountaineering Equipment - Frictional Anchors - Safety Requirements and Test Methods
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The necessary safety requirements and testing processes for frictional anchors used in mountaineering activities, particularly climbing, are described in the DIN EN 12276 standard. By requiring that these anchors adhere to certain safety requirements, this standard hopes to protect users engaging in high-risk activities.
The document offers comprehensive instructions for producers and users to guarantee the dependability and efficiency of frictional anchors. It defines safety standards that these anchors must follow in order to be able to withstand the forces encountered while climbing and to safely support climbers' weight and movements. The performance and dependability of frictional anchors can be evaluated using the testing procedures included in this standard by manufacturers or certification organizations.
The DIN EN 12276 standard ensures that frictional anchors used in mountaineering are made and tested to resist the harsh circumstances and loads experienced during climbing by establishing these safety requirements and test procedures. Climbers can feel secure knowing that the gear they are wearing is secure and suitable for their activity by adhering to this criteria.
| Descriptors | Adjustments, Alpine, Cam devices, CE marking, Climbing devices, Conditioning, Definitions, Design, Dimensions, Equipment safety, Fixings, Information, Inspection, Layout, Leisure equipment, Marking, Mountaineering equipment, Mountaineers, Patterns, Product information, Protective clothing, Recreational equipment, Retention force, Safety, Safety devices, Safety engineering, Safety of products, Safety requirements, Specification (approval), Sports equipment, Strength of materials, Testing, Testing conditions, User information |
| ICS Codes | 97.220.40 - Outdoor and water sports equipment |
| Language(s) | English |
| File Size | 665.6 KB |
