EN 1537:2013

1.1This European Standard covers ground anchors grouted into the ground which are stressed and tested. They can be used for permanent or temporary applications.NOTEFor the purpose of this standard the term ‘anchor(s)’ refers to ‘ground anchor(s)’.1.2The anchors are designed in accordance with EN 1997-1 and are tested in accordance with prEN ISO 22477 5.1.3Typical bond and compression type anchors are shown in Figure 1 and Figure 2.1.4The term "ground" is taken to encompass soil, rock and fill already in place or existing prior to the execution of the construction work.1.5The planning and design of ground anchors calls for experience and knowledge in this specialised field. 1.6The installation and testing phases require skilled, qualified labour and supervision. 1.7This standard cannot replace the knowledge of specialist personnel and the expertise of experienced contractors required to apply this standard.1.8This standard does not address systems such as tension piles, screw anchors, mechanical anchors, soil nails, dead-man anchors or expander anchors as these do not fulfil the requirements of this standard.