1. European standardization
The specific objective of establishing a single market has led the European authorities to develop new tools to eliminate the obstacles that can hinder trade within this market. The first act of harmonizing national laws and regulations is known as the "New Approach".
In order to ensure the free movement of construction products within the European Economic Area, the CE mark is affixed by the manufacturer, attesting to their conformity with essential requirements. The technical specifications for products that meet these essential requirements are set out in official documents known as harmonized standards. Products complying with harmonized standards are presumed to meet the essential requirements. However, the manufacturer is free to apply other specifications to meet the requirements.
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Bibliography
Website
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Eurocode website
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Eurocode 5 platform
Events
Congress (CIB) Conseil International du Bâtiment http://www.cibworld.nl
Standards and norms
For dated references, subsequent amendments or revisions of any of these publications apply to this European Standard only if they have been incorporated by amendment or revision. For undated references, the latest edition of the publication referred to applies (including amendments).
CEB Bulletins N° 124 & 125 (1978): International system of United Codes of Practice for Structures, and...
Regulations
New Approach: Council Resolution of 7 May 1985, website :
http://publications.europa.eu/ .
Construction Products Directive CPD (CPD 89/106/EEC), website :
Décret n° 2006-975 du 1...
Directories
Manufacturers – Suppliers – Distributors (non-exhaustive list)
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AFCOBOIS Annuaire Bois Construction (2013) (2012)
Organizations – Federations – Associations (non-exhaustive list)
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