Leak detection systems - Part 3: Requirements and test/assessment methods for liquid systems for tanks

This standard gives requirements and the corresponding test/assessment methods applicable to leak detection kits based on the drop of the liquid level in the leak detector header tank. The kits are usually composed of:
- sensing device;
- evaluation device;
- alarm device.

Leckanzeigesysteme - Teil 3: Anforderungen und Prüfung/Bewertung von Flüssigkeitssystemen für Tanks

Diese Norm legt Anforderungen und die einschlägigen Prüf-/Bewertungsverfahren an Leckanzeiger, die auf dem Absinken des Flüssigkeitsspiegels im Leckanzeigeflüssigkeitsbehälter des Leckanzeigers basieren, fest. Leckanzeiger sind für den Einsatz an doppelwandigen, unterirdischen oder oberirdischen, nicht druck-beaufschlagten Tanks für wassergefährdende Flüssigkeiten bestimmt.
Die Leckanzeiger bestehen in der Regel aus:
-   Messeinrichtung;
-   Auswerteeinrichtung;
-   Alarmeinrichtung.

Systèmes de détection de fuites - Partie 3 : Exigences et méthodes d'essai/d'évaluation des systèmes à liquide pour des citernes

La présente Norme spécifie les exigences et les méthodes d'essai/d'évaluation applicables aux kits de détection de fuites, fondées sur la baisse du niveau de liquide dans le réservoir d'alimentation des kits de détection de fuites. Les kits de détection de fuites sont destinés à être utilisés avec des réservoirs à double paroi, souterrains ou aériens, sous pression ou non, conçus pour des liquides polluant l'eau.
Les kits sont généralement constitués des éléments suivants :
-   dispositif de détection ;
-   dispositif d'évaluation ;
-   dispositifs d'alarme.

Sistemi za kontrolo tesnosti - 3. del: Zahteve in metode za preskušanje in ocenjevanje sistemov s tekočino za rezervoarje

Ta standard določa zahteve ter ustrezne metode za preskušanje in ocenjevanje, ki se uporabljajo za komplete za kontrolo tesnosti, ki temeljijo na padcu ravni tekočine v posodi za hladivo javljalnika puščanja. Kompleti so običajno sestavljeni iz:  – senzorja,  – naprave za ocenjevanje,  – alarmne naprave.

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Published
Public Enquiry End Date
06-Nov-2014
Publication Date
11-Oct-2016
Technical Committee
Current Stage
6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
Start Date
07-Oct-2016
Due Date
12-Dec-2016
Completion Date
12-Oct-2016

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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Leckanzeigesysteme - Teil 3: Anforderungen und Prüfung/Bewertung von Flüssigkeitssystemen für TanksSystèmes de détection de fuites - Partie 3 : Exigences et méthodes d'essai/d'évaluation des systèmes à liquide pour des citernesLeak detection systems - Part 3: Requirements and test/assessment methods for liquid systems for tanks23.040.99Drugi sestavni deli za cevovodeOther pipeline components23.020.10UH]HUYRDUMLStationary containers and tanksICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 13160-3:2016SIST EN 13160-3:2016en,fr,de01-november-2016SIST EN 13160-3:2016SLOVENSKI
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EN 13160-3:2016 (E) 2 Contents Page European foreword . 4 1 Scope . 6 2 Normative references . 6 3 Terms and definitions . 7 4 Requirements . 7 4.1 Effectiveness . 7 4.1.1 General . 7 4.1.2 Leak detection kit. 7 4.1.3 Measure the level change (Sensing device) . 7 4.1.4 Requirements for software (only if provided) . 10 4.2 Durability of effectiveness . 10 4.2.1 Durability of effectiveness against temperature . 10 4.2.2 Durability of effectiveness against chemical attack . 10 4.2.3 Durability of effectiveness against microbiological growth . 11 5 Testing, assessment and sampling methods . 11 5.1 Effectiveness of leak detection kits . 11 5.1.1 General function . 11 5.1.2 Leak detection kit. 11 5.1.3 Measure the level change (Sensing device) . 11 5.1.4 Software . 16 5.2 Durability of effectiveness . 17 5.2.1 Durability of effectiveness against temperature . 17 5.2.2 Durability of effectiveness against chemical attack . 19 5.2.3 Durability of effectiveness against microbiological growth . 20 6 Assessment and verification of constancy of performance – AVCP. 22 6.1 General . 22 6.2 Type testing . 22 6.2.1 General . 22 6.2.2 Test samples, testing and compliance criteria . 23 6.2.3 Test reports . 23 6.2.4 Shared other party results . 23 6.2.5 Cascading determination of the product type results . 24 6.3 Factory production control (FPC) . 25 6.3.1 General . 25 6.3.2 Requirements . 26 6.3.3 Product specific requirements . 28 6.3.4 Procedure for modifications . 28 6.3.5 One-off products, pre-production products (e.g. prototypes) and products produced in very low quantity . 29 7 Marking, labelling and packaging . 30 8 Environmental aspects . 30 Annex A (informative)
Environmental aspects . 31 Annex B (normative)
Test of the compatibility of leak detection liquids with metals . 33 SIST EN 13160-3:2016



EN 13160-3:2016 (E) 3 B.1 Test equipment . 33 B.2 Test specimen . 33 B.3 Preparation of the test liquid . 34 B.4 Procedure . 34 B.5 Test results . 35 Annex ZA (informative)
Clauses of this European Standard addressing the provisions of the EU Construction Products Regulation 305/2011/EU . 37 ZA.1 Scope and relevant characteristics . 37 ZA.2 Procedure for AVCP of liquid systems for tanks . 38 ZA.2.1 System(s) of AVCP . 38 ZA.2.2 Declaration of performance (DoP) . 40 ZA.2.2.1 General . 40 ZA.2.2.2 Content . 40 ZA.2.2.3 Example of DoP . 41 ZA.3 CE marking and labelling . 42 Bibliography . 46
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EN 13160-3:2016 (E) 4 European foreword This document (EN 13160-3:2016) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 393 “Equipment for storage tanks and for filling stations”, the secretariat of which is held by DIN. This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by January 2017, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latest by April 2018. Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of patent rights. CEN [and/or CENELEC] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. This document supersedes EN 13160-3:2003. This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements of EU Directive. For relationship with EU Directive, see informative Annex ZA, which is an integral part of this document. According to edition 2003 the following fundamental changes are given: — requirements and test methods for the leak detection liquids revised; — consideration of the Construction Product Regulation 305/2011/EU; — new structure — technical requirements for the system provided consisting of sensing device, evaluation device, alarm device;); — including of environmental aspects; — requirements from EN 13160-1:2003 included, which are no longer contained in EN 13160-1:2016; — requirements for software included; — reference to REACH — Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 December 2006 concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), establishing a European Chemicals Agency and GHS — Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) — using of temperature types; — crevice test pieces and test method changed. This European Standard Leak detection systems consists of 7 parts: — Part 1: General principles — Part 2: Requirements and test/assessment methods for pressure and vacuum systems — Part 3: Requirements and test/assessment methods for liquid systems for tanks SIST EN 13160-3:2016



EN 13160-3:2016 (E) 5 — Part 4: Requirements and test/assessment methods for sensor based leak detection systems — Part 5: Requirements and test/assessment methods for in-tank gauge systems and pressurized pipework systems — Part 6: Sensors in monitoring wells — Part 7: Requirements and test/assessment methods for interstitial spaces, leak detection linings and leak detection jackets According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom. SIST EN 13160-3:2016



EN 13160-3:2016 (E) 6 1 Scope This European Standard gives requirements and the corresponding test/assessment methods applicable to leak detection kits based on the drop of the liquid level in the leak detection liquid reservoir. Leak detection kits are intended to be used with double skin, underground or above ground, non-pressurized, tanks designed for water polluting liquids. The liquid leak detection kits are usually composed of: — sensing device (liquid sensor); — evaluation device; — alarm device. 2 Normative references The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies. EN 981:1996+A1:2008, Safety of machinery — System of auditory and visual danger and information signals EN 1412, Copper and copper alloys — European numbering system EN 1652, Copper and copper alloys — Plate, sheet, strip and circles for general purposes EN 10027–1, Designation systems for steels — Part 1: Steel names EN 12285-1, Workshop fabricated steel tanks — Part 1: Horizontal cylindrical single skin and double skin tanks for the underground storage of flammable and non-flammable water polluting liquids EN 12285-2, Workshop fabricated steel tanks — Part 2: Horizontal cylindrical single skin and double skin tanks for the aboveground storage of flammable and non-flammable water polluting liquids EN 13160–1:2016, Leak detection systems — Part 1: General Principles EN 13160–7, Leak detection systems — Part 7: Requirements and test/assessment methods for interstitial spaces, leak detection linings and leak detection jackets EN 13341:2005+A1:2011, Static thermoplastic tanks for above ground storage of domestic heating oils, kerosene and diesel fuels — Blow moulded and rotationally moulded polyethylene tanks and rotationally moulded tanks made of anionically polymerized polyamide 6 — Requirements and test methods EN 27888, Water quality — Determination of electrical conductivity (ISO 7888) EN 60079-0:2012, Explosive atmospheres — Part 0: Equipment — General requirements (IEC 60079-0:2011, modified + Cor.:2012) EN 61672-1, Electroacoustics — Sound level meters — Part 1: Specifications (IEC 61672-1) EN ISO 175:2010, Plastics — Methods of test for the determination of the effects of immersion in liquid chemicals (ISO 175:2010) SIST EN 13160-3:2016



EN 13160-3:2016 (E) 7 EN ISO 2719, Determination of flash point — Pensky-Martens closed cup method (ISO 2719) EN ISO 3104, Petroleum products — Transparent and opaque liquids — Determination of kinematic viscosity and calculation of dynamic viscosity (ISO 3104) EN ISO 12185, Crude petroleum and petroleum products — Determination of density — Oscillating U-tube method (ISO 12185) ISO 431, Copper refinery shapes ISO 7619-1, Rubber, vulcanized or thermoplastic — Determination of indentation hardness — Part 1: Durometer method (Shore hardness) ASTM D 1177, Standard Test Method for Freezing Point of Aqueous Engine Coolants 3 Terms and definitions For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in EN 13160-1:2016 apply. 4 Requirements 4.1 Effectiveness 4.1.1 General This type of leak detection kit is classified according to EN 13160-1:2016 as class II. The general requirements on leak detection systems according to Clause 5 of EN 13160-1:2016 shall be met. The interstitial space shall fulfil the requirements according to EN 13160-7, EN 12285-1 or EN 12285-2. NOTE To ensure the effectiveness of the system a liquid leak detection kit can only serve one tank. A complete documentation shall be provided by the manufacturer. The documentation shall contain the technical values according to 4.1.3 to 4.1.4 and 4.2 as well as a statement about the reaction of the leak detection kit by over and under power supply voltage and current. 4.1.2 Leak detection kit The leak detection kit shall consist of: — sensing device (liquid sensor); — evaluation device; — alarm device. 4.1.3 Measure the level change (Sensing device) 4.1.3.1 Leak detection liquid reservoir The leak detection liquid reservoir shall have a useable volume of: — at least 1 l/100 l of leak detection liquid in the interstitial space of tanks with at least 0,3 m earth cover; — at least 1 l/35 l of leak detection liquid in the interstitial space for all other tanks. SIST EN 13160-3:2016



EN 13160-3:2016 (E) 8 Leak detection liquid reservoir shall have a vent hole of minimum 20 mm2 open cross-section. The useable volume of the leak detection liquid reservoir is considered to be 50 % of the volume between the liquid level existing just before the visual or audible alarm is issued and the top edge of the leak detection liquid reservoir or the air vent (if the latter is located at a lower level). A facility for checking the tank level (inspection window or level plug) shall be provided. The latter shall divide the volume between the liquid level at alarm indication and the top edge of the leak detection liquid reservoir and/or the vent hole in two. Leak detection liquid reservoirs that are simultaneously intended as a visual indicator shall be adequately transparent or be equipped with a level indicator. The leak detection liquid reservoirs shall be positioned so that the hydrostatic pressure of the leak detection liquid at the lowest point of the interstitial space is at least 3 kPa higher than both the maximum pressure of stored product at the lowest point of the tank (including any operating pressure) and the maximum pressure of the groundwater at the lowest point of the tank. The leak detection liquid reservoir shall be positioned so that the pressure in the interstitial space shall not exceed 92 % of pt2. NOTE pt2 is defined in EN 13160-2. For leak detection liquid reservoir installed in a potentially explosive atmosphere the electrical surface resistance of polymer materials shall be less than 1
> 100 cm2. For further information see 7.4.2 of EN 60079-0:2012. Polymer materials for leak detection liquid reservoirs shall be weather resistant according to Table 1 of EN 13341:2005+A1:2011. 4.1.3.2 Leak detection liquid 4.1.3.2.1 General The manufacturer shall specify which leak detection liquids are suitable for the leak detection system and which leak detection liquids can be mixed. NOTE 1 If the term “leak detection liquid” is used in the standard the concentrate of leak detection liquid diluted with water according to the ratio specified by the manufacturer is meant. NOTE 2 Leak detection liquid can only be mixed if its compatibility is approved. Leak detection liquids shall have the properties according to 4.1.3.2.2 to 4.1.3.2.9. 4.1.3.2.2 Electrical conductivity The leak detection liquid shall have an electrical conductivity greater than 10 mS m-1, if required. 4.1.3.2.3 Viscosity The leak detection liquid shall have a viscosity not greater than 200 mm2 s-1 for the temperature range according to 4.2.1. 4.1.3.2.4 Freezing point The leak detection liquid shall have a freezing point below the minimum temperature of the appropriate temperature range according to 4.2.1. 4.1.3.2.5 Flash point The leak detection liquid shall have a flash point not below +80 °C. SIST EN 13160-3:2016



EN 13160-3:2016 (E) 9 4.1.3.2.6 Thermal expansion The leak detection liquid shall have a coefficient of thermal expansion not exceeding 5 × 10 «4 K-1 at a temperature of +20 °C. 4.1.3.2.7 Segregation and formation of colloidal or solid deposition The deposit volume of the leak detection liquid shall not be greater than 0,5 cm3/l and the solid materials of the deposit shall have a maximum grain size of 0,125 mm diameter. 4.1.3.2.8 Compatibility with metallic materials The leak detection liquid shall have no deleterious corrosion effects on the materials with which they may be expected to come into contact. 4.1.3.2.9 Reaction with the stored product The leak detection liquid shall have no reaction with the stored product which causes an exothermic reaction, volumetric expansion or the generation of vapour 4.1.3.3 Connection line between leak detection liquid reservoir and interstitial space If a separate leak detection liquid reservoir is used the free passage of leak detection liquid is given when the connection line has an internal diameter of minimum 13 mm. The connection lines shall ensure the internal diameter over the life time given by the manufacturer. The minimum allowed bend radius of the hose given by the manufacturer shall not be fallen below. The Shore hardness of hoses tested according to ISO 7619-1 shall be minimum 65 Shore A at a temperature of (20 ± 5) °C. The leak detection liquid reservoir shall have the possibility to be complete emptied in case of a leak in the interstitial space. The connection line between leak detection liquid reservoir and interstitial space installed in potentially explosive atmosphere of zone 1 shall have an electrical surface resistance less than 1 GThis requirement concerning conductive connection lines of polymer materials becomes no longer necessary if — the outer diameter of the connection lines is
¶ 30 mm for potentially explosive atmospheres of group II A and II B according to EN 60079-0 or — the outer diameter of the connection lines is
¶ 20 mm for potentially explosive atmospheres of group II C according to EN 60079-0 or — the wall thickness of the connection lines is
¶ 2 mm for potentially explosive atmospheres of group II A and II B according to EN 60079-0 by using conductive leak detection liquid or — the wall thickness of the connection lines is
¶ 0,2 mm for potentially explosive atmospheres of group II C according to EN 60079-0 by using conductive leak detection liquid. For further information see 7.4.2 of EN 60079-0:2012. SIST EN 13160-3:2016



EN 13160-3:2016 (E) 10 Polymer materials for connection lines shall be weather resistant according to Table 1 of EN 13341:2005+A1:2011. 4.1.3.4 Liquid sensor In the event of a sensor disconnection of the power supply an alarm condition shall result. The sensor shall give a signal within 30 s after the leak detection liquid is no longer in contact with the sensor. The sensor shall have a measurable recovery time of max 30 s after immersing into the leak detection liquid. The system shall remain in the alarm condition until the sensor has recovered and the alarm has been reset. 4.1.3.5 Alarm device The alarm device shall generate an audible and visible alarm. The audible alarm shall have a sound level of
· 70 dB (A) in a distance of minimum 1 m with a signal according to Table 1 of EN 981:1996+A1:2008 which shall be maintained for a minimum period of 36 h. The visible alarm shall be clearly indicated i.e. by a “red” light. The visible alarm shall have no switch off option. A test possibility shall be provided to test the functionality of the audible and visible alarm. The alarm device should be designed for connecting an additional alarm device, e.g. signal horn. The output parameter shall be stated. 4.1.4 Requirements for software (only if provided) The software, where provided, shall have a facility for self-checking by fulfilling the following requirements: — a self-diagnostic mode to test the integrity of the system at start up and periodically during use. A negative result of self-diagnostic mode shall result in an alarm condition; — a facility to check the consistency of the input and output data, malfunction shall result in an alarm condition. 4.2 Durability of effectiveness 4.2.1 Durability of effectiveness against temperature At a temperature of (20 ± 5) °C the leak detection kit shall be work proper after 1 × 104 alarm cycles. The temperature ranges for leak detection kits shall be as follows: — Type

« t r °C to +60 °C; — Type 2: 0 °C to +40 °C; — Type

« v r °C to +40 °C. 4.2.2 Durability of effectiveness against chemical attack 4.2.2.1 Polymer materials Plastic parts of liquid leak detection kits that can get into contact with the leak detection liquid or its vapour shall be resistant. SIST EN 13160-3:2016



EN 13160-3:2016 (E) 11 4.2.2.2 Metals The leak detection liquid shall not corrode metal components of the leak detection system. 4.2.3 Durability of effectiveness against microbiological growth The leak detection liquid shall have fungicidal properties. 5 Testing, assessment and sampling methods 5.1 Effectiveness of leak detection kits 5.1.1 General function For the tests minimum one sample shall be provided by the manufacturer. For the tests the following documentation shall be provided by the manufacturer: — instruction(s) according to Clause 7; — datasheet of the parts of the leak detection kit; — datasheet for the leak detection liquid; — electrical diagrams of the parts of the leak detection kit; — design and application drawings; — parts lists of the used components including material data; — certification for the conductivity and weather resistance of polymer materials. Leak detection kits shall be inspected visually to confirm that the sample complies with the documentation. 5.1.2 Leak detection kit Visual test shall be carried out that the leak detection kit consists of sensing device, evaluation device and alarm device. 5.1.3 Measure the level change (Sensing device) 5.1.3.1 Leak detection liquid reservoir Leak detection liquid reservoir shall be inspected visually to confirm that the sample complies with the documentation. 5.1.3.2 Leak detection liquid 5.1.3.2.1 General The documentation of the manufacturer shall be inspected. 5.1.3.2.2 Electrical conductivity The electrical conductivity shall be tested according to EN 27888. 5.1.3.2.3 Viscosity The viscosity of the leak detection liquid shall be determined according to EN ISO 3104. SIST EN 13160-3:2016



EN 13160-3:2016 (E) 12 5.1.3.2.4 Freezing point The freezing point of the leak detection liquid shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D 1177. 5.1.3.2.5 Flash point The flash point of the leak detection liquid shall be determined according to EN ISO 2719. 5.1.3.2.6 Thermal expansion The coefficient of thermal expansion of the leak detection liquid shall be determined according to EN ISO 12185. 5.1.3.2.7 Segregation and formation of colloidal or solid deposition 5.1.3.2.7.1 Test equipment — a strainer of 0,2 mm inside mesh width 0,125 mm diameter and 0,325 mm mesh clearance; — a graduated conical separating funnel according to Squibb with a nominal volume of 1 l; — 1 l leak detection liquid. 5.1.3.2.7.2 Preparation 1 l of leak detection liquid shall be brought into contact with the materials relevant to testing its tendency to de-mix and precipitate deposits. 5.1.3.2.7.3 Procedure The leak detection liquid shall be stored at ambient temperature (20 ± 5) °C for 56 days in the graduated conical separating funnel with a tap at the bottom. The leak detection liquid shall be inspected for de-mixing and deposition. The volume of the deposit shall be measured at the graduation at the lowest level of the conical separating funnel, see Figure 1. After opening the tap of the separating funnel the deposit shall be tested whether it will pass completely through the strainer. SIST EN 13160-3:2016



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Key 1 conical separating funnel, 1 l 2 graduation 3 cock 4 sieve Figure 1 — Conical separating funnel 5.1.3.2.7.4 Evaluation If the deposit volume is
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