New & Updated with BSi PAS 68:2010.
Supersedes BSi PAS 68:2005 & 2007
BSi PAS 68 Specification – which category rating do you require?
Many projects are now specifying BSi PAS 68 equipment, not only for the counter
terrorist benefits but also for the heavy duty properties of the equipment. However,
there are many different test criteria of BSi PAS 68, depending on the kinetic energy
values.
It is very important to know which level of BSi PAS 68 is required as there could
potentially be a cost difference of thousands of pounds between each category.
Equipment that has been successfully impact tested in accordance with BSi PAS 68 is
given a 5-7 part classification code to help identify the products performance,
depending on test date.
7 Part Description:-
1. Classification of Test: Depending on the year of the test the following will be used:
V = Impact Test – Actual vehicle impact tested to repeatable scientific condition
F = Computer simulation FEA or Design method (check validation body)
P = Pendulum testing weight used for bollards instead of vehicles
(this test method has been removed from BSi PAS 68:2010).
2. A retractable road blocker;
3. Capable of withstanding an impact by a
7500kg rigid vehicle at 50mph (80kph);
4. Impact speed at 50mph (80kph);
5. BSi PAS 68: 2010 – Angle of test impact.
The majority of impacts are head on,
i.e. 90 degrees. Other approach impact
angles may be have been tested.
N/A to BSi PAS 68:2007
6. Where the vehicle penetrated 0.0m beyond
the original position of the rear face of the blocker.
i.e. How far into site the test vehicle would stop.
Note: With surface mounted products, check how far the arresting equipment
travelled on impact.
7. Where major debris landed beyond the original position the rear face of the
blocker, i.e. 25kg or more. Important when trying to maintain a “stand off” from
building.
NOTE: When specifying BSi PAS 68 products the short hand or long hand information must be given.