DD CEN/TS 15901-6:2009 PDF Download

DD CEN/TS 15901-6:2009 is a technical specification that outlines a procedure for determining the skid resistance of a pavement surface by measuring the sideway force coefficient (SFCS). This method is specifically designed for assessing the wet-road skid resistance properties of a bound surface, such as roads or airport runways.

The specification focuses on the operation of the Sideway-force Coefficient Routine Investigation Machine (SCRIM®), which is a device developed by W.D.M. Limited in Bristol, England. The SCRIM uses the side force principle to make routine measurements of skid resistance continuously over long lengths of road. The specification allows for different vehicle chassis to be used as long as they conform to the general characteristics of the SCRIM and the specific provisions outlined in the document.

DD CEN/TS 15901-6 provides detailed information on the essential characteristics of the SCRIM and its components, such as the test equipment, test wheel assembly, test tire, pavement wetting system, measurement control system, and recorder. It also outlines the recommended test procedure, including standard test conditions and calibration requirements. The specification emphasizes the importance of safety during testing and provides guidelines for data recording and precision.