Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 8/01 Safety Glazing Material) 2005 Amendment 3 (Cth)
Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 8/01 – Safety Glazing Material) 2005 Amendment 3
I, JAMIE EDWARD BRIGGS, Assistant Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development, determine this vehicle standard under section 7 of the Motor Vehicle Standards Act 1989.
Dated 16 June 2015
[Signed]
Jamie Edward Briggs
Assistant Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development
CONTENTS
1. LEGISLATIVE PROVISIONS
2. AMENDMENT OF VEHICLE STANDARD
SCHEDULE 1
SCHEDULE 2
LEGISLATIVE PROVISIONS
1.1.Name of Legislative Instrument
1.1.1.This instrument is the Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 8/01 – Safety Glazing Material) 2005 Amendment 3.
1.2.Commencement
1.2.1.This instrument commences on the day after it is registered.
AMENDMENT OF VEHICLE STANDARD
2.1.The changes specified in Schedule 1 and 2 amend Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 8/01 – Safety Glazing Material) 2005.
SCHEDULE 1
Clause 5.1.1 amend to read:
“Appendix A as varied by clause 6 Exemptions and clause 7 Supplementary General Requirements.”
Clause 5.1.2 amend to read:
“The technical requirements of a standard specified in clause 8 Alternative Standards as varied by clause 7 Supplementary General Requirements.”
Clause 6 at Section 14 amend to read:
“… Names and addresses of Technical Services responsible for conducting approval tests, and of Type Approval Authorities”
Clause 7.5.1.1 amend to read:
“7.5.1.1. For windscreens of passenger cars, “Test area B” as specified…”
Clause 8.4 amend to read:
“8.4. United Nations Economic Commission for Europe Regulation No. 43 “Uniform provisions concerning the approval of safety glazing materials and their installation on vehicles” incorporating from supplement 8 of the 00 series of amendments up to and including the 01 series of amendments.”
SCHEDULE 2
Replace Appendix A with the following.
“APPENDIX A
Agreement
Concerning the adoption of uniform technical prescriptions for wheeled vehicles, equipment and parts which can be fitted and/or be used on wheeled vehicles and the conditions for reciprocal recognition of approvals granted on the basis of these prescriptions*
* Former title of the Agreement: Agreement Concerning the Adoption of Uniform Conditions of Approval and Reciprocal Recognition of Approval for Motor Vehicle Equipment and Parts, done at Geneva on 20 March 1958.
(Revision 2, including the amendments which entered into force on 16 October 1995)
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Addendum 42: Regulation No. 43
Revision 3
Incorporating all valid text up to:
Supplement 8 to the original version of the Regulation - Date of entry into force: 12 August 2004
Supplement 9 to the original version of the Regulation - Date of entry into force: 12 June 2007
Supplement 10 to the original version of the Regulation - Date of entry into force: 10 November 2007
Corrigendum 1 to Supplement 10 to the original version of the Regulation - Date of entry into force:
14 November 2007
Supplement 11 to the original version of the Regulation - Date of entry into force: 22 July 2009
Supplement 12 to the original version of the Regulation - Date of entry into force: 24 October 2009
Supplement 13 to the original version of the Regulation - Date of entry into force: 9 December 2010
Corrigendum 1 to Revision 2 of the Regulation - Date of entry into force: 3 March 2011
Supplement 14 to the original version of the Regulation - Date of entry into force: 28 October 2011
01 series of amendments to the Regulation - Date of entry into force: 28 October 2011
and incorporating valid text up to, by the Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development:
Corrigendum 1 to Revision 3 of the Regulation - (Erratum by the secretariat)
Corrigendum 2 to Revision 3 of the Regulation - Date of entry into force: 13 November 2013
Corrigendum 3 to Revision 3 of the Regulation - (Erratum by the secretariat)
Supplement 1 to the 01 series of amendments - Date of entry into force: 18 November 2012
Supplement 2 to the 01 series of amendments - Date of entry into force: 3 November 2013
Corrigendum 1 to Supplement 2 to the 01 series of amendments - (Erratum by the secretariat)
Uniform provisions concerning the approval of safety glazing materials and their installation on vehicles
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UNITED NATION
Regulation No. 43
Uniform provisions concerning the approval of safety glazing materials and their installation on vehicles
Contents
Page
Regulation
1. Scope...................................................................................................................................
2. Definitions...............................................................................................................
3. Application for approval..........................................................................................
4. Markings..............................................................................................................................
5. Approval..............................................................................................................................
6. General requirements...........................................................................................................
7. Particular requirements........................................................................................................
8. Tests.....................................................................................................................................
9. Modification or extension of approval of a type of safety glazing material.......................
10. Conformity of production...................................................................................................
11. Penalties for non-conformity of production........................................................................
12. Transitional provisions.........................................................................................................
13. Production definitively discontinued..................................................................................
14. ... Names and addresses of Technical Services responsible for conducting approval tests, and of Type Approval Authorities...........................................................................................................
Annexes
1 Communication...................................................................................................................
Appendix 1 Toughened-glass windscreens........................................................................
Appendix 2 Uniformly-toughened-glass panes..................................................................
Appendix 3 Laminated-glass windscreens.........................................................................
Appendix 4 Laminated-glass panes....................................................................................
Appendix 5 Glass-plastics windscreens.............................................................................
Appendix 6 Glass-plastics panes........................................................................................
Appendix 7 Double glazed units........................................................................................
Appendix 8 Rigid plastic panes..........................................................................................
Appendix 9 Flexible plastic panes......................................................................................
Appendix 10 Contents of the list of windscreens ..............................................................
1A Communication...................................................................................................................
2 Arrangements of approval marks for components...............................................................
2A Arrangements of approval marks for vehicles.....................................................................
3 General test conditions........................................................................................................
4 Toughened-glass windscreens.............................................................................................
5 Uniformly-toughened glass panes.......................................................................................
6 Ordinary laminated-glass windscreens................................................................................
7 Laminated-glass panes ........................................................................................................
8 Treated laminated-glass windscreens .................................................................................
9 Safety glazing faced with plastics material (on the inside).................................................
10 Glass-plastics windscreens .................................................................................................
11 Glass-plastics panes ............................................................................................................
12 Multiple-glazed units...........................................................................................................
13 Grouping of windscreens for approval testing....................................................................
14 Rigid plastic panes...............................................................................................................
15 Flexible plastic panes...........................................................................................................
16 Rigid plastic multiple-glazed units......................................................................................
17 Measurement of the height of segment and position of the points of impact.....................
18 Procedure for determining test areas on windscreens of vehicles in relation to
the "V" points......................................................................................................................19 Procedure for determining the "H" point and the actual torso angle for seating positions in motor vehicles ...........
Appendix 1Description of the three-dimensional H point machine
(3 DH machine)...................................................................................................................
Appendix 2 Three-dimensional reference system...............................................................
Appendix 3 Reference data concerning seating positions..................................................
20 Checks on conformity of production..................................................................................
21 Provisions regarding the installation of safety glazing on vehicles.....................................
1. Scope
This Regulation applies to:
(a) Safety glazing materials intended for installation as windscreens or other panes, or as partitioning, on vehicles of category L with bodywork, M, N, O, and T[1];
[1] As defined in the Consolidated Resolution on the Construction of Vehicles (R.E.3), document ECE/TRANS/WP.29/78/Rev.2, para. 2
(b) Vehicles of category M, N and O with regard to the installation of these materials;
In both cases, to the exclusion of glazing for lighting and light-signalling devices and instrument panels, of special bullet-proof glazing and of double-windows.
2. Definitions
For the purpose of this Regulation:
2.1. "Toughened-glass" means glazing consisting of a single layer of glass which has been subjected to special treatment to increase its mechanical strength and to condition its fragmentation after shattering.
2.2. "Laminated-glass" means glazing consisting of two or more layers of glass held together by one or more interlayer of plastics material; it may be:
2.2.1. "Ordinary laminated glass", when none of the layers of glass of which it is composed has been treated; or
2.2.2. "Treated laminated glass", when at least one of the layers of glass, of which it is composed, has been specially treated to increase its mechanical strength and to condition its fragmentation after shattering;
2.3. "Interlayer" means any material designed to be used to hold together the component layers of laminated-glass.
2.4. "Safety-glass faced with plastics material" means glazing as defined in paragraphs 2.1. or 2.2. with a layer of plastics material on its inner face.
2.5. "Glass-plastics" means glazing consisting of any glazing material that comprises one layer of glass and one or more layers of plastic in which a plastic surface of the product faces the inner side.
2.6. "Plastic glazing" is a glazing material that contains as an essential ingredient one or more organic polymeric substances of large molecular weight, is solid in its finished state and, at some stage in its manufacture of processing into finished articles, can be shaped by flow.
2.6.1. "Rigid plastic glazing" means a plastic glazing material which does not deflect vertically more than 50 mm in the flexibility test (Annex 3, paragraph 12.).
2.6.2. "Flexible plastic glazing" means a plastic glazing material which deflects vertically more than 50 mm in the flexibility test (Annex 3, paragraph 12.).
2.7. "Double window" means an assembly of two panes separately installed within the same opening of the vehicle.
2.8. "Multiple-glazed unit" means an assembly of at least two parallel panes permanently assembled in manufacture and separated by one or more gap(s).
2.8.1. "Symmetrical multiple-glazed unit" means a multiple-glazed unit where all component panes are identical (e.g. all uniform toughened glass).
2.8.2. "Asymmetrical multiple-glazed unit" means a multiple-glazed unit other than a symmetrical multiple-glazed unit.
2.9. "Bullet resistant glazing" or "Bullet-proof glazing", means glazing constructed so as to be resistant to firearms.
2.10. "Principal characteristic" means a characteristic that appreciably modifies the optical and/or mechanical properties of a safety glazing material in a way not without significance to the function which it is intended to perform in a vehicle. The term also covers the trade names or marks as specified by the holder of the approval.
2.11. "Secondary characteristic" means a characteristic capable of modifying the optical and/or mechanical properties of a safety glazing material in a way which is of significance to the function which it is intended to perform in a vehicle. The extent of such modification is assessed in relation to the indices of difficulty.
2.12. The term "indices of difficulty" covers a two-stage grading system applying to the variations observed in practice in each secondary characteristic. A change from index "1" to index "2" indicates the need for additional tests.
2.13. "Windscreen" means the glazing in front of the driver through which the driver views the road ahead.
2.14. "Developed area of windscreen" means the minimum rectangular area of glass from which a windscreen can be manufactured.
2.15. "Inclination angle of a windscreen" means the angle included between on the one hand a vertical line and on the other hand a straight line passing through the top and bottom edges of the windscreen, both lines being contained in a vertical plane containing the longitudinal axis of the vehicle;
2.15.1. Measurement of the inclination angle shall be performed on a vehicle standing on level ground, and in the case of a passenger-transport vehicle the vehicle shall be in running order, shall be fully charged with fuel coolant and lubricant, and shall be equipped with tools and the spare wheel or wheels (if they are provided as standard equipment by the vehicle manufacturer); allowance shall be made for the mass of the driver, and also, in the case of a passenger-transport vehicle, for that of one front-seat passenger, the mass of the driver and that of the passenger each being deemed to be 75 ± 1 kg;
2.15.2. Vehicles equipped with hydropneumatic, hydraulic or pneumatic suspension or with a device for automatic adjustment of ground clearance according to load shall be tested in the normal running conditions specified by the manufacturer.
2.16. "Group of windscreens" means a group comprising windscreens of differing sizes and shapes subjected to an examination of their mechanical properties, their mode of fragmentation and their behaviour in environmental-aggression resistance tests.
2.16.1. "Flat windscreen" means a windscreen exhibiting no normal curvature resulting in a height of segment greater than 10 mm per linear meter;
2.16.2. "Curved windscreen" means a windscreen exhibiting a normal curvature resulting in a height of segment greater than 10 mm per linear meter.
2.17. "Pane" means any single piece of glazing other than a windscreen;
2.17.1. "Curved pane" means a pane with a height of segment "h" greater than 10 mm per linear meter;
2.17.2. "Flat pane" means a pane with a height of segment equal to or less than 10 mm per linear meter.
2.18. "Height of segment 'h' " means the maximum distance, measured at right angles approximately to the glazing, separating the inner surface of the glazing from a plane passing through the ends of the glazing (see Annex 17, Figure 1).
2.19. "Type of safety glazing material" means a glazing as defined in paragraphs 2.1. to 2.7. not exhibiting any essential differences, with respect, in particular, to the principal and secondary characteristics defined in Annexes 4 to 12 and 14 to 16;
2.19.1. Although a change in the principal characteristics implies that the product is of a new type, it is recognised that in certain cases a change in shape and dimension does not necessarily require a complete set of tests to be carried out. For certain of the tests prescribed in the individual annexes, glazings may be grouped if it is evident that they have similar principal characteristics;
2.19.2. Types of glazing exhibiting differences only as regards their secondary characteristics may be deemed to be of the same type. Certain tests may however be carried out on samples of such glazings if the performance of those tests is explicitly stipulated in the test condition;
2.20. "Nominal thickness": means the manufacturer's design thickness with a tolerance of ± (n x 0.2 mm) where n equals the number of glass layers in the glazing.
2.21. "Curvature 'r' " means the approximate value of the smallest radius of arc of the windscreen as measured in the most curved area.
2.22. "HIC (Head Injury Criteria)" value means a value for the characteristics of skull-brain injury arising from the deceleration forces which result from a blunt perpendicular impact with the glazing.
2.23. "Safety glazing material requisite for driver visibility"
2.23.1. "Safety glazing material requisite for the driver's forward field of vision" means all the glazing situated in front of a plane passing through the driver's R point and perpendicular to the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle through which the driver can view the road when driving or manoeuvring the vehicle.
2.23.2. "Safety glazing material requisite for the driver's rearward field of vision" means all glazing situated behind a plane passing through the driver's R point and perpendicular to the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle through which the driver can view the road when driving or manoeuvring the vehicle.
2.24. "Opaque obscuration" means any area of the glazing preventing light transmission, including any screen-printed area, whether solid or dot-printed, but excluding any shade band.
2.25. "Shade band" means any area of the glazing with a reduced light transmittance, excluding any opaque obscuration.
2.26. "Transparent area of the windscreen" means the glazing area contained within the design glass outline, excluding any allowed opaque obscuration (see Annex 18), but including any shade band.
2.27. "Design glass outline" means the design maximum unobstructed vehicle aperture designated to be glazed, before the glazing is installed or mounted, including all trims, but excluding obscuration bands.
2.28. "Optical distortion" means an optical defect in a windscreen that changes the appearance of an object viewed through the windscreen.
2.29. "Secondary image" means a spurious or ghost image, in addition to the bright primary image, usually seen at night when the object being viewed is very bright in relation to its surroundings, for example, the headlights of an approaching vehicle.
2.30. "Secondary image separation" means the angular distance between the position of the primary and secondary images.
2.31. "Regular light transmittance" means light transmittance measured perpendicularly to the glazing.
2.32. "Design seat-back angle" means the angle between the vertical line through the R point and the torso line defined by the vehicle manufacturer.
2.33. "Sample" means a specially prepared piece of glazing representative of a finished product or a piece cut from a finished product.
2.34. "Test piece" means a sample or a finished product of glazing.
2.35. "Type of vehicle", as regards the installation of safety glazing, means vehicles belonging to the same category which do not differ in at least the following essential respects:
(a) The manufacturer;
(b) The manufacturer's type designation;
(c) Essential aspects of construction and design.
2.36. "Central driving position" is defined when Y co-ordinate of the R point is in Y0 position within + or –60 mm.
3. Application for approval
3.1. Approval for a type of glazing
The application for approval of a type of glazing shall be submitted by the manufacturer or by his duly accredited representative in the country where the application is made.
3.2. For each type of glazing the application shall be accompanied by the undermentioned documents in triplicate and by the following particulars:
3.2.1. A technical description comprising all principal and secondary characteristics, and
3.2.1.1. In the case of glazings other than windscreens, diagrams in a format not exceeding A4 or folded to that format showing:
The maximum area,
The smallest angle between two adjacent sides of the piece,
The greatest height of segment, where applicable.
3.2.1.2. In the case of windscreens,
3.2.1.2.1. A list of the models of windscreens for which approval is sought, specifying the name of the vehicle manufacturer and the type and category of the vehicle.
3.2.1.2.2. Drawings on a scale 1:1 for M1 category and 1:1 or 1:10 for all other categories, and diagrams of the windscreen and its positioning in the vehicle in sufficient detail to show:
3.2.1.2.2.1. The position of the windscreen relative to the R point of the driver's seat, where applicable,
3.2.1.2.2.2. The inclination angle of the windscreen,
3.2.1.2.2.3. The inclination angle of the seat-back,
3.2.1.2.2.4. The position and size of the zones in which the optical qualities are verified and, where appropriate, the area subjected to differential toughening,
3.2.1.2.2.5. The developed area of the windscreen,
3.2.1.2.2.6. The maximum height of segment of the windscreen,
3.2.1.2.2.7. The minimum radius curvature of the windscreen (for windscreen-grouping purposes only).
3.2.1.3. In the case of multiple-glazed units, diagrams in a format not exceeding A4 or folded to that format, showing, in addition to the information referred to in paragraph 3.2.1.1.:
The type of each component pane,
The type of sealing,
The nominal width of the gap between the two panes.
3.3. In addition, the applicant for approval shall submit a sufficient number of test pieces and samples of the finished pieces of the models considered, the number being if necessary determined by agreement with the technical service responsible for conducting the tests.
3.4. Approval for a type of vehicle
The application for approval of a vehicle type with regard to the installation of its safety glazing shall be submitted by the vehicle manufacturer or by his duly accredited representative.
3.5. It shall be accompanied by the under mentioned documents in triplicate and the following particulars:
3.5.1. Drawings of the vehicle on an appropriate scale showing:
3.5.1.1. The position of the windscreen relative to the R point of the vehicle,
3.5.1.2. The inclination angle of the windscreen,
3.5.1.3. The inclination angle of the seat back;
3.5.2. Technical details concerning the windscreen and all other glazings, in particular:
3.5.2.1. The materials used,
3.5.2.2. Approval numbers,
3.5.2.3. Any additional markings, as described in paragraph 5.5.
3.6. A vehicle representative of the vehicle type to be approved shall be submitted to the technical service responsible for conducting the approval tests.
4. Markings
4.1. Every piece of safety glazing material, including the samples and test pieces submitted for approval, shall bear a trade name or mark of the manufacturer as listed under item 3 of Annex 1. Manufactured parts shall bear the ECE Regulation No. 43 number allocated to the prime manufacturer. The marking shall be clearly legible and indelible.
5. Approval
5.1. Approval for a type of glazing
If the samples submitted for approval meet the requirements of paragraphs 6. to 8. of this Regulation, approval of the pertinent type of safety glazing material shall be granted.
5.2. An approval number shall be assigned to each type as defined in Annexes 5, 7, 11, 12, 14, 15 and 16 or, in the case of windscreens, to each group approved. Its first two digits (at present 01 for the Regulation in its original form) shall indicate the series of amendments incorporating the most recent major technical amendments made to the Regulation at the time of issue of the approval. The same Contracting Party may not assign the same number to another type or group of safety glazing material.
5.3. Notice of approval or extension of approval or refusal of approval of a type of safety glazing material pursuant to this Regulation shall be communicated to the Parties to the Agreement applying this Regulation, by means of a form conforming to the model in Annex 1 ‑ and its appendices ‑ to this Regulation.
5.3.1. In the case of windscreens, the notice of approval shall be accompanied by a document listing every windscreen model in the approved group, together with the characteristics of the group pursuant to Annex 1, Appendix 8.
5.4. There shall be affixed conspicuously to every piece of glazing and multiple-glazed unit conforming to a type approved under this Regulation, in addition to the marking prescribed in paragraph 4.1., an international approval mark. Any specific approval mark assigned to each pane forming a multiple-glazed unit may also be affixed. This approval mark shall consist of:
5.4.1. A circle surrounding the letter "E" followed by the distinguishing number of the country which has granted approval[2];
[2] The distinguish numbers of the Contracting Parties to the 1958 Agreement are reproduced in Annex 3 to Consolidated Resolution on the Construction of Vehicles (R.E.3), document ECE/TRANS/WP.29/78/Rev.2/Amend.1.
5.4.2. The number of this Regulation, followed by the letter "R", a dash and the approval number to the right of the circle prescribed in paragraph 5.4.1.
5.5. The following additional symbols shall be affixed near the above approval mark:
5.5.1. In the case of a windscreen:
I for toughened glass
II for ordinary laminated glass
III for treated laminated glass
IV for glass-plastics glazing.
5.5.2. V in the case of safety glazing having a regular light transmittance less than 70 per cent.
5.5.3. VI in the case of multiple-glazed unit
5.5.4. VII in the case of uniformly-toughened glass glazing which can be used as windscreens for slow-moving vehicles which, by construction, cannot exceed 40 km/h.
5.5.5. VIII In the case of rigid plastic glazing. In addition the appropriate application will be signified by:
/A for forward facing panes
/B for side, rear and roof glazings
/C in locations where there is little or no chance of head impact
In addition, for plastic glazing which has been submitted to the abrasion resistance tests described in Annex 3, paragraph 4., the following markings shall also be applied as appropriate:
/L for glazing with a light scatter not exceeding 2 per cent after 1,000 cycles on the outer surface and 4 per cent after 100 cycles on the inner surface (see Annexes 14 and 16, paragraph 6.1.3.1.)
/M for glazing with a light scatter not exceeding 10 per cent after 500 cycles on the outer surface and 4 per cent after 100 cycles on the inner surface (see Annexes 14 and 16, paragraph 6.1.3.2.)
5.5.6. IX in the case of flexible-plastic glazing
5.5.7. X in the case of a rigid plastic multiple-glazed unit. In addition, the appropriate application will be signified by:
/A for forward facing panes
/B for side, rear and roof glazings
/C in locations where there is little or no chance of head impact
For plastic glazing which has been submitted to the abrasion resistance test described in Annex 3, paragraph 4., the following markings shall also be applied as appropriate:
/L for glazing with a light scatter not exceeding 2 per cent after 1,000 cycles on the outer surface and 4 per cent after 100 cycles on the inner surface (see Annex 16, paragraph 6.1.3.1./M for glazing with a light scatter not exceeding 10 per cent after 500 cycles on the outer surface and 4 per cent after 100 cycles on the inner surface (see Annex 16, paragraph 6.1.3.2.).
5.5.8. XI in the case of a laminated-glass panes.
5.5.9. XII in the case of glass-plastic panes
5.5.10. /P in the case of a safety glazing made of glass, with a layer of plastics material on its inner face
5.6. The approval mark and symbol shall be clearly legible and be indelible. Additional symbols shall be combined within the approval marking.
5.7. Annex 2 to this Regulation gives examples of arrangements of approval marks.
5.8. Approval for a type of vehicle
If the vehicle submitted for approval pursuant to this Regulation meets the requirements of Annex 21 to this Regulation, approval of that vehicle type shall be granted.
5.9. An approval number shall be assigned to each type approved. Its first two digits (at present 01 for the Regulation in its original form) shall indicate the series of amendments incorporating the most recent major technical amendments made to the Regulation at the time of issue of the approval. The same Contracting Party shall not assign the same number to another vehicle type as defined in paragraph 2.35. above.
5.10. Notice of approval or of extension or refusal or withdrawal of approval or production definitely discontinued of a vehicle type pursuant to this Regulation shall be communicated to the Parties to the 1958 Agreement which apply this Regulation by means of a form conforming to the model in Annex 1A to this Regulation.
5.11. There shall be affixed, conspicuously and in a readily accessible place specified on the approval form, to every vehicle conforming to a vehicle type approved under this Regulation an international approval mark consisting of:
5.11.1. A circle surrounding the letter "E" followed by the distinguishing number of the country which has granted approval2;
5.11.2. The number of this Regulation, followed by the letter R, a dash and the approval number to the right of the circle prescribed in paragraph 5.11.1.
5.12. If the vehicle conforms to a vehicle type approved, under one or more other Regulations annexed to the Agreement, in the country which has granted approval under this Regulation, the symbol prescribed in paragraph 5.11.1. need not be repeated; in such a case the additional numbers and symbols of all the Regulations under which approval has been granted in the country which has granted approval under this Regulation shall be placed in vertical columns to the right of the symbol prescribed in paragraph 5.11.1.
5.13. The approval mark shall be clearly legible and be indelible.
5.14. The approval mark shall be placed close to or on the vehicle data plate affixed by the manufacturer.
5.15. Annex 2A to this Regulation gives examples of arrangements of approval marks.
6. General requirements
6.1. All glazing materials, including glazing material for the manufacture of windscreens, shall be such that, in the event of shattering, the danger of bodily injury is reduced as far as possible. The glazing material shall be sufficiently resistant to the incidents likely to occur in normal traffic, and to atmospheric and temperature conditions, chemical action, combustion and abrasion.
6.2. Safety glazing materials shall in addition be sufficiently transparent, shall not cause any noticeable distortions of objects as seen through the windscreen, and shall not give rise to any confusion between the colours used in road-traffic signs and signals. In the event of the windscreen's shattering, the driver shall still be able to see the road clearly enough to be able to brake and stop his vehicle safely.
7. Particular requirements
All types of safety glazing shall, depending on the category to which they belong, comply with the following particular requirements:
7.1. As regards toughened-glass windscreens, the requirements contained in Annex 4;
7.2. As regards uniformly-toughened glass panes, the requirements contained in Annex 5;
7.3. As regards ordinary laminated-glass windscreens, the requirements contained in Annex 6;
7.4. As regards ordinary laminated-glass panes, the requirements contained in Annex 7;
7.5. As regards treated laminated-glass windscreens, the requirements contained in Annex 8;
7.6. As regards safety glazing faced with plastics material, in addition to the relevant requirements listed above, the requirements contained in Annex 9;
7.7. As regards glass-plastics windscreens, the requirements contained in Annex 10;
7.8. As regards glass-plastics panes, the requirements contained in Annex 11;
7.9. As regards multiple-glazed units, the requirements contained in Annex 12;
7.10. As regards rigid plastic panes, the requirements contained in Annex 14;
7.11. As regards flexible plastic panes, the requirements contained in Annex 15;
7.12. As regards rigid plastic multiple-glazed units, the requirements contained in Annex 16.
8. Tests
8.1. The following tests are prescribed in this Regulation:
8.1.1. Fragmentation test
The purpose of this test is:
8.1.1.1. To verify that the fragments and splinters produced by fracture of the glass pane are such as to minimize the risk of injury, and
8.1.1.2. In the case of windscreens, to check residual visibility after shattering.
8.1.2. Mechanical strength test
8.1.2.1. Ball-impact test
There are two forms of tests, one using a 227 g ball and one using a 2,260 g ball.
8.1.2.1.1. 227 g ball test: The purpose of this test is to assess the adhesion of the interlayer of laminated glass and the mechanical strength of uniformly-toughened glass and plastic glazings.
8.1.2.1.2. 2,260 g ball test: The purpose of this test is to assess ball-penetration resistance of laminated glass.
8.1.2.2. Headform test
The purpose of this test is to verify the compliance of glazing with the requirements relating to the limitation of injury in the event of impact of the head against the windscreen, laminated glass and glazing of glass-plastic and rigid plastic other than windscreens, together with the multiple-glazed units used in the side windows.
8.1.3. Test of resistance to the environment
8.1.3.1. Test of resistance to abrasion
The purpose of this test is to determine whether the resistance of a safety glazing to abrasion exceeds a specified value.
8.1.3.2. Test of resistance to high temperature
The purpose of this test is to verify that no bubbles or other defects occur in the interlayer in laminated glass or glass-plastics glazing when exposed to high temperatures over an extended period of time.
8.1.3.3. Resistance-to-radiation test
The purpose of this test is to determine whether the light transmittance of laminated-glass panes, glass-plastics glazing or glass glazing faced with plastics material when exposed to radiation over an extended period of time is significantly reduced thereby or whether the glazing is significantly discoloured.
8.1.3.4. Resistance-to-humidity test
The purpose of this test is to determine whether laminated‑glass panes, glass‑plastic panes, glass glazing faced with plastic material and rigid plastic material will withstand, without significant deterioration, the effects of prolonged exposure to atmospheric humidity.
8.1.3.5. Resistance-to-temperature-changes test
The purpose of this test is to check that plastics material(s) used in safety glazing above will withstand the effects of prolonged exposure to extremes of temperature without significant deterioration.
8.1.3.6. Resistance to simulated weathering test
The purpose of this test is to verify that plastic safety glazing is resistant to simulated weathering conditions.
8.1.3.7. Cross cut test
The purpose of this test is to examine whether any abrasive resistant coating of a rigid plastic glazing has sufficient adherence.
8.1.4. Optical qualities
8.1.4.1. Light-transmission test
The purpose of this test is to determine whether the regular transmittance of safety glazing exceeds a specified value.
8.1.4.2. Optical-distortion test
The purpose of this test is to verify that the distortion of objects as seen through the windscreen is not of such extent as to be likely to confuse the driver.
8.1.4.3. Secondary-image-separation test
The purpose of this test is to verify that the angular separation of the secondary image from the primary image does not exceed a specified value.
8.1.5. Burning-behaviour (fire-resistance) test
The purpose of this test is to verify that a safety glazing material has a sufficiently low burn rate.
8.1.6. Test of resistance to chemicals
The purpose of this test is to determine whether the safety glazing material will withstand the effects of exposure to chemicals likely to be normally present or used within the vehicle (e.g. cleaning compounds) without significant deterioration.
8.1.7. Flexibility and fold test
The purpose of this test is to determine whether a plastic glazing material falls within the rigid or flexible category.
8.2. Tests prescribed
8.2.1. Safety glazing materials shall be subjected to the tests listed in the following tables: 8.2.1.1. and 8.2.1.2.
8.2.1.1. Safety glazing shall be subjected to the tests listed in the following table:
| Tests | Windscreen | Glasspanes | ||||||||
| Toughened glass | Ordinary laminated glass | Treated laminated glass | Glass-plastics | Toughened glass | Laminated glass | Glass-plastics | ||||
| I | I-P | II | II-P | III | III-P | IV | ||||
| Fragmentation: | A4/2 | A4/2 | - | - | A8/4 | A8/4 | - | A5/2 | - | - |
| Mechanical strength | ||||||||||
| - 227 g ball | - | - | A6/4.3 | A6/4.3 | A6/4.3 | A6/4.3 | A6/4.3 | A5/3.1 | A7/3 | A11/3 |
| - 2,260 g ball | - | - | A6/4.2 | A6/4.2 | A6/4.2 | A6/4.2 | A6/4.2 | - | - | - |
| Headform test1 | A4/3 | A4/3 | A6/3 | A6/3 | A6/3 | A6/3 | A10/3 | - | - | - |
| Abrasion | ||||||||||
| Outer face | - | - | A6/5.1 | A6/5.1 | A6/5.1 | A6/5.1 | A6/5.1 | - | A6/5.1 | A6/5.1 |
| Inner face | - | A9/2 | - | A9/2 | - | A9/2 | A9/2 | A9/2 2 | A9/2 2 | A9/2 |
| High temperature | - | - | A3/5 | A3/5 | A3/5 | A3/5 | A3/5 | - | A3/5 | A3/5 |
| Radiation | - | A3/6 | A3/6 | A3/6 | A3/6 | A3/6 | A3/6 | - | A3/6 | A3/6 |
| Humidity | - | A3/7 | A3/7 | A3/7 | A3/7 | A3/7 | A3/7 | A3/7 2 | A3/7 | A3/7 |
| Light transmission | A3/9.1 | A3/9.1 | A3/9.1 | A3/9.1 | A3/9.1 | A3/9.1 | A3/9.1 | A3/9.1 | A3/9.1 | A3/9.1 |
| Optional distortion | A3/9.2 | A3/9.2 | A3/9.2 | A3/9.2 | A3/9.2 | A3/9.2 | A3/9.2 | A3/9.2 3 | - | - |
| Secondary image | A3/9.3 | A3/9.3 | A3/9.3 | A3/9.3 | A3/9.3 | A3/9.3 | A3/9.3 | A3/9.3 3 | - | - |
| Resistance to temperature changes | - | A3/8 | - | A3/8 | - | A3/8 | A3/8 | A3/8 2 | A3/8 2 | A3/8 |
| Fire resistance | - | A3/10 | - | A3/10 | - | A3/10 | A3/10 | A3/10 2 | A3/10 2 | A3/10 |
| Resistance to chemicals | - | A3/11.2.1 | - | A3/11.2.1 | - | A3/11.2.1 | A3/11.2.1 | A3/11.2.1 2 | A3/11.2.1 2 | A3/11.2.1 |
1 Furthermore this test shall be carried out on multiple-glazed units pursuant to Annex 12, paragraph 3 (A12/3).
If coated on the inner side with plastics material.
This test shall only be carried out on uniformly-toughened glass-panes to be used as windscreens of slow-moving vehicles which, by construction, cannot exceed 40 km/h.
Note: A reference such as A4/3 in the table indicates the annex (4) and paragraph (3) of that annex, where the relevant test is described and the acceptance requirements are specified.
8.2.1.2. Plastic glazing materials shall be subjected to the tests listed in the following table:
Plastics other than windscreens Rigid plastics Multiple Glazing Test Motorised
vehiclesTrailers and
unoccupied
vehiclesMotorised
vehiclesTrailers and
unoccupied
vehiclesFlexible plastics
Flexibility
A3/12
A3/12
A3/12
A3/12
A3/12
227 g ball
A14/5
A14/5
A16/5
A16/5
A15/4
Headform1
A14/4
-
A16/4
-
-
Light transmission2
A3/9.1
-
A3/9.1
-
A3/9.1
Fire resistance
A3/10
A3/10
A3/10
A3/10
A3/10
Chemical resistance A3/11 A3/11 A3/11 A3/11 A3/11.2.1 Abrasion
A14/6.1
-
A16/6.1
-
-
Weathering
A3/6.4
A3/6.4
A3/6.4
A3/6.4
A3/6.4
Humidity
A14/6.4
A14/6.4
A16/6.4
A16/6.4
-
Cross-cut2
A3/13
-
A3/13
-
-
1 Test requirements are dependent on the location of the glazing within the vehicle.
2 Applies only if the glazing is to be used in a location requisite for driving visibility.
8.2.2. A safety glazing material shall be approved if it meets all the requirements prescribed in the relevant provisions referred to in the paragraphs 8.2.1.1 and 8.2.1.2.
9. Modification or extension of approval of a type of safety glazing material
9.1. Every modification of a type of safety glazing material, or in the case of windscreens every addition of a windscreen to a group, shall be notified to the Type Approval Authority which approved the type of safety glazing material. The department may then either:
9.1.1. Consider that the modifications made are unlikely to have an appreciable adverse effect and, in the case of windscreens, that the new type comes within the approved group of windscreens, and that in any case the safety glazing material still complies with the requirements; or
9.1.2. Require a further test report from the technical service responsible for conducting the tests.
9.2. Communication
9.2.1. Confirmation or refusal of approval (or extension of approval) shall be communicated by the procedure specified in paragraph 5.3. above to the Parties to the Agreement applying this Regulation.
9.2.2. The competent authority which has granted an extension of approval shall enter a serial number on each communication of extension.
10. Conformity of production
10.1. The conformity of production procedures shall comply with those set out in the Agreement, Appendix 2 (E/ECE/324-E/ECE/TRANS/505/Rev.2), with the following requirements:
10.2. Special provisions
The checks referred to in paragraph 2.2. of Appendix 2 of the Agreement shall include compliance with the requirements of Annex 20 to this Regulation.
10.3. The normal frequency of inspection as referred to in paragraph 2.4. of Appendix 2 of the Agreement shall be one per year.
11. Penalties for non-conformity of production
11.1. The approval granted in respect of a type of safety glazing material pursuant to this Regulation may be withdrawn if the requirement laid down in paragraph 10.1. above is not complied with.
11.2. If a Party to the Agreement which applies this Regulation withdraws an approval it had previously granted, it shall forthwith so notify the other Contracting Parties applying this Regulation thereof by means of a copy of a communication form conforming to the model in Annex 1 to this Regulation.
12. Transitional provisions
12.1. As from the official date of entry into force of Supplement 12 to this Regulation, no Contracting Party applying this Regulation shall refuse to grant approval under this Regulation as amended by Supplement 12 to the Regulation in its original form.
12.2. As from 24 months after the date of entry into force, Contracting Parties applying this Regulation shall grant approvals only if the type of component or separate unit to be approved meets the requirements of Supplement 12 to the Regulation.
12.3. As from 24 months after the date of entry into force of Supplement 12, the Contracting Parties applying this Regulation may refuse to recognize the approval of safety glazing not bearing the symbols prescribed in paragraph 5.5. of this Regulation.
12.4. As from the official date of entry into force of the 01 series of amendments, no Contracting Party applying this Regulation shall refuse to grant approval under this Regulation as amended by the 01 series of amendments.
12.5. As from 24 months after the date of entry into force, Contracting Parties applying this Regulation shall grant approvals only if the type of safety glazing material to be approved meets the requirements of this Regulation as amended by the 01 series of amendments.
12.6. Even after the entry into force of the 01 series of amendments to this Regulation, approvals of safety glazing materials to the 00 series of amendments to this Regulation shall remain valid and Contracting Parties applying this Regulation shall continue to accept them, and Contracting Parties shall not refuse to grant extensions of approvals to the 00 series of amendments to this Regulation.
12.7. Even after the date of entry into force of the 01 series of amendments, approvals of a vehicle type to the 00 series of amendments to this Regulation shall remain valid and Contracting Parties applying the Regulation shall continue to accept them, and Contracting Parties shall not refuse to grant extensions of approvals to the 00 series of amendments to this Regulation.
13. Production definitively discontinued
If the holder of the approval completely ceases to manufacture a type of safety glazing material approved in accordance with this Regulation, he shall so inform the authority which granted the approval. Upon receiving the relevant communication, that authority shall inform thereof the other Parties to the Agreement which apply this Regulation by means of a copy of a communication form conforming to the model in Annex 1 to this Regulation.
14. Names and addresses of Technical Services responsible for conducting approval tests, and of Type Approval Authorities
The Parties to the Agreement which apply this Regulation shall communicate to the United Nations Secretariat the names and addresses of the technical services responsible for conducting approval tests and of the Type Approval Authorities which grant approval and to which forms certifying approval or extension or refusal or withdrawal of approval, issued in other countries, are to be sent.
The Technical Services responsible for conducting approval tests shall comply with the harmonized standards concerning the operation of testing laboratories (ISO/CEI Guide 25). In addition they should be designated by the Type Approval Authority for which they carry out the approval tests.
Annex 1
Communication
(Maximum format: A4 (210 x 297 mm))
[3]
[3] Distinguishing number of the country which has granted/extended/refused/withdrawn approval (see approval provisions in the Regulation).
concerning[4]: Approval granted
Approval extended
Approval refused
Approval withdrawn[4] Strike out what does not apply.
Production definitively discontinued
of a type of safety glazing material pursuant to Regulation No. 43.
Approval No. ............................................. Extension No. .......................................................
1. Class of safety glazing material:..............................................................
2. Description of the type of glazing: please refer to appendices 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8,
and 92, and in the case of windscreens, the list conforming to Appendix 10.3. Trade names or marks..............................................................................
4. Manufacturer's name and address...........................................................
5. If applicable, name and address of manufacturer's representative..........
6. Submitted for approval on:.....................................................................
7. Technical Service responsible for conducting approval tests:.................
8. Date of report issued by that Service:.....................................................
9. Number of report issued by that Service:................................................
10. Approval is granted/refused/extended/withdrawn2
11. Reason(s) for extension of approval:.......................................................
12. Remarks:..................................................................................................
13. Place........................................................................................................
14. Date.........................................................................................................
15. Signature.................................................................................................
16. The list of documents filed with the Type Approval Authority which has granted approval and available on request is annexed to this communication.
Annex 1 - Appendix 1
Toughened-glass windscreens
(Principal and secondary characteristics as defined in Annex 4 or Annex 9 to Regulation No. 43)
Approval No. ........................................ Extension No. ...........................................
Principal characteristics:
Shape category: ..........................................................................................................
Thickness category: ....................................................................................................
Nominal thickness of the windscreen: ....................................................................
Nature and type of plastics coating(s): ...................................................................
Nominal thickness of plastics coating(s): ...............................................................
Secondary characteristics:
Nature of the material (plate, float, sheet glass): ..................................................
Colouring of glass: ......................................................................................................
Colouring of plastics coating(s): ...............................................................................
Conductors incorporated (yes/no): ..........................................................................
Opaque obscuration incorporated (yes/no): ..........................................................
Remarks:.....................................................................................................................................
_________________________________________________________________
Documents attached: list of windscreens (see Appendix 10)
Annex 1 - Appendix 2
Uniformly-toughened glass panes
(Principal and secondary characteristics as defined in Annex 5 or Annex 9 to Regulation No. 43)
Approval No. ........................................ Extension No. ...........................................
Principal characteristics:
Other than windscreens (yes/no): .............................................................................
Windscreen(s) for slow moving vehicles: ................................................................
Shape category: ..........................................................................................................
Nature of toughening process: ..................................................................................
Thickness category: ....................................................................................................
Nature and type of plastics coating(s): ...................................................................
Nominal thickness of plastic coating(s): .................................................................
Secondary characteristics:
Nature of the material (plate, float, sheet glass): ..................................................
Colouring of glass: ......................................................................................................
Colouring of plastics coating(s): ...............................................................................
Conductors incorporated (yes/no): ..........................................................................
Opaque obscuration incorporated (yes/no): ..........................................................
Approved criteria:
Greatest area (flat glass): ...........................................................................................
Smallest angle: ............................................................................................................
Greatest developed area (curved glass):...................................................................
Greatest height of segment:........................................................................................
Remarks:.....................................................................................................................................
_____________________________________________________________________________
Documents attached: list of windscreens (if applicable) (see Appendix 10)
Annex 1 - Appendix 3
Laminated-glass windscreens
(Principal and secondary characteristics as defined in Annexes 6, 8 or 9 to Regulation No. 43)
Approval No. ........................................ Extension No. ...........................................
Principal characteristics:
Number of layers of glass: ........................................................................................
Number of layers of interlayer: ................................................................................
Nominal thickness of the windscreen: ....................................................................
Nominal thickness of interlayer(s): ..........................................................................
Special treatment of glass: ........................................................................................
Nature and type of interlayer(s): ..............................................................................
Nature and type of plastics coating(s): ...................................................................
Nominal thickness of plastic coating(s): .................................................................
Colouring of interlayer (total/partial): .....................................................................
Secondary characteristics:
Nature of the material (plate, float, sheet glass): ..................................................
Colouring of glass (colourless/tinted): .....................................................................
Colouring of plastics coating(s): ...............................................................................
Conductors incorporated (yes/no): ..........................................................................
Opaque obscuration incorporated (yes/no): ..........................................................
Remarks:.....................................................................................................................................
________________________________________________________________________________
Documents attached: list of windscreens (see Appendix 10).
Annex 1 - Appendix 4
Laminated-glass panes
(Principal and secondary characteristics as defined in Annex 7 or Annex 9 to
Regulation No. 43)Approval No. ........................................ Extension No. ...........................................
Principal characteristics:
Number of layers of glass: ........................................................................................
Number of layers of interlayer: ................................................................................
Thickness category: ....................................................................................................
Nominal thickness of interlayer(s): ..........................................................................
Special treatment of glass: ........................................................................................
Nature and type of interlayer(s): ..............................................................................
Nature and type of plastics coating(s): ...................................................................
Nominal thickness of plastics coating(s): ...............................................................
Secondary characteristics:
Nature of the material (plate, float, sheet glass): ..................................................
Colouring of interlayer (total/partial): .....................................................................
Colouring of glass: ......................................................................................................
Colouring of plastics coating(s): ...............................................................................
Conductors incorporated (yes/no): ..........................................................................
Opaque obscuration incorporated (yes/no): ..........................................................
Remarks:.....................................................................................................................................
Annex 1 - Appendix 5
Glass-plastics windscreens
(Principal and secondary characteristics as defined in Annex 10 to Regulation No. 43)
Approval No. ........................................ Extension No. ...........................................
Principal characteristics:
Shape category: ..........................................................................................................
Number of layers of plastics: ....................................................................................
Normal thickness of glass: ........................................................................................
Treatment of the glass (yes/no): ..............................................................................
Nominal thickness of the windscreen: ....................................................................
Nominal thickness of the layer(s) of plastics acting as interlayer: .....................
Nature and type of layer(s) of plastics acting as interlayer: ...............................
Nature and type of the outer layer of plastics: ......................................................
Secondary characteristics:
Nature of the material (plate, float, sheet glass): ..................................................
Colouring of glass: ......................................................................................................
Colouring of the layer(s) of plastics (total/partial): ..............................................
Conductors incorporated (yes/no): ..........................................................................
Opaque obscuration incorporated (yes/no): ..........................................................
Remarks:.....................................................................................................................................
________________________________________________________________________________
Documents attached: list of windscreens (see Appendix 10)
Annex 1 - Appendix 6
Glass-plastics panes
(Principal and secondary characteristics as defined in Annex 11 to Regulation No. 43)
Approval No. ........................................ Extension No. ............................................
Principal characteristics:
Number of layers of plastics: ....................................................................................
Thickness of the glass component: .........................................................................
Treatment of the glass component (yes/no): .........................................................
Nominal thickness of the pane: ...............................................................................
Nominal thickness of the layer(s) of plastics acting as interlayer: .....................
Nature and type of layer(s) of plastics acting as interlayer: ...............................
Nature and type of the outer layer of plastics: ......................................................
Secondary characteristics:
Nature of the material (plate, float, sheet glass): ..................................................
Colouring of glass (colourless/tinted): .....................................................................
Colouring of the layer(s) of plastics (total/partial): ..............................................
Conductors incorporated (yes/no): ..........................................................................
Opaque obscuration incorporated (yes/no): ..........................................................
Remarks:.....................................................................................................................................
Annex 1 - Appendix 7
Multiple glazed units
(Principal and secondary characteristics as defined in Annex 12 or Annex 16 to
Regulation No. 43)Approval No. ........................................ Extension No. ...........................................
Principal characteristics:
Composition of multiple-glazed units (symmetrical/asymmetrical): ......
Nominal thickness of the gap(s): ............................................................
Method of assembly:
Type of each glazing component as defined in Annexes 5, 7, 9, 11 or 14: ...................
Documents attached:
One form for all panes of a symmetrical multiple–glazed unit in accordance with the annex under which the panes have been tested or approved.
One form for each different pane of an asymmetrical multiple–glazed unit in accordance with the annexes under which these panes have been tested or approved.
Remarks:.....................................................................................................................................
Annex 1 - Appendix 8
Rigid plastic panes
(Principal and secondary characteristics in accordance with Annex 14)
Approval No. ........................................ Extension No. ……...................................
Principal characteristics:
Chemical designation of the material: ....................................................................
The classification of the material by the manufacturer:.......................................
Process of manufacture:.............................................................................................
Shape and dimensions:................................................................................................
Nominal thickness:.......................................................................................................
Colouring of the rigid plastic material:......................................................................
Nature and type of surface coating:.........................................................................
Secondary characteristics:
Conductors incorporated (yes/no):............................................................................
Remarks:.....................................................................................................................................
Annex 1 - Appendix 9
Flexible plastic panes
(Principal and secondary characteristics in accordance with Annex 15)
Approval No. ........................................ Extension No. ...............................................
Principal characteristics:
Chemical designation of the material:......................................................................
Process of manufacture:.............................................................................................
Nominal thickness:.......................................................................................................
Colouring of the plastic product:...............................................................................
Nature and type of surface coating:.........................................................................
Secondary characteristics:
No secondary characteristic is involved.
Remarks:.....................................................................................................................................
Annex 1 - Appendix 10
Contents of the list of windscreens[5]
[5] These particulars shall be attached to appendices 1, 2 (if applicable), 3 and 5 to this annex.
For each of the windscreens covered by this approval, at least the following particulars shall be provided:
Vehicle manufacturer
Type of vehicle
Vehicle category
Developed area (F)
Height of segment (h)
Curvature (r)
Installation angle (α)
Seat-back angle (β)
R-point coordinates (A, B, C ) relative to the centre of the upper edge of the windscreen.
Annex 1A
Communication
(Maximum format: A4 (210 x 297 mm))
[6]
[6] Distinguishing number of the country which has granted/extended/refused/withdrawn approval (see approval provisions in the Regulation).
concerning[7]: Approval granted
Approval extended
Approval refused
Approval withdrawn[7] Strike out what does not apply.
Production definitively discontinued
of a vehicle type with regard to its safety glazing pursuant to Regulation No. 43.
Approval No. ........................................ Extension No. ......................................................
1. Make (name of manufacturer) of vehicle: ...........................................
2. Type, where appropriate, and trade description of vehicle: ................
3. Name and address of manufacturer: ....................................................
4. Name and address of manufacturer's representative where applicable:
5. Description of the type of glazing used:
5.1. In the case of windscreens: ..................................................................
5.2 Side windows:
5.2.1. In the case of front side windows: .......................................................
5.2.2. In the case of rear side windows: .........................................................
5.3. In the case of rear windows: ................................................................
5.4. In the case of opening roofs: ................................................................
5.5. In the case of glazing other than the above:
6. ECE component type approval mark for a windscreen: .......................
7. ECE component type approval mark(s) for:
7.1. Front side windows: .............................................................................
7.2 Rear side windows: ..............................................................................
7.3. Rear windows: ......................................................................................
7.4. Opening roofs: ......................................................................................
7.5. Other glazing: .......................................................................................
8. The fitting requirements have/have not2 been met.
9. Vehicle submitted for approval on: ......................................................
10. Technical service responsible for conducting approval tests: ...............
11. Date of report issued by that service: ...................................................
12. Number of report issued by that service: ..............................................
13. Approval is granted/refused/extended/withdrawn2
14. Reason(s) for extension of approval: ....................................................
15. Remarks: ...............................................................................................
16. Place .....................................................................................................
17. Date ......................................................................................................
18. Signature ...............................................................................................
19. The list of documents deposited with the Type Approval Authority which has granted approval is annexed to the communication and may be obtained upon request.
Annex 2
Arrangements of approval marks for components
(See paragraph 5.5. of this Regulation)
Toughened-glass windscreens
The above approval mark affixed to a toughened-glass windscreen shows that the component concerned has been approved in the Netherlands (E4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 012439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43, as amended by the 01 series of amendments.
Toughened-glass windscreens faced with plastics material
The above approval mark affixed to a toughened-glass windscreen faced with plastics material shows that the component concerned has been approved in the Netherlands (E4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 012439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43, as amended by the 01 series of amendments.
Ordinary laminated-glass windscreens
The above approval mark affixed to an ordinary laminated-glass windscreen shows that the component concerned has been approved in the Netherlands (E4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 012439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43, as amended by the 01 series of amendments.
Ordinary laminated-glass windscreens faced with plastics material
The above approval mark with plastics material shows that the component concerned has been approved in the Netherlands (E4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 012439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43, as amended by the 01 series of amendments.
Treated laminated-glass windscreens
The above approval mark affixed to a treated laminated-glass windscreen shows that the component concerned has been approved in the Netherlands (E4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 012439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43, as amended by the 01 series of amendments.
Glass-plastics windscreens
The above approval mark affixed to a glass-plastics windscreen shows that the component concerned has been approved in the Netherlands (E4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 012439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43, as amended by the 01 series of amendments.
Glass panes having a regular light transmittance < 70 per cent
The above approval mark affixed to a glass pane to which the requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 9.1.4., are applicable shows that the component concerned has been approved in the Netherlands (E4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 012439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43, as amended by the 01 series of amendments.
Multiple-glazed units having a regular light transmittance < 70 per cent
The above approval mark affixed to a multiple-glazed unit shows that the component concerned has been approved in the Netherlands (E4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 012439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43, as amended by the 01 series of amendments.
Uniformly-toughened glass to be used as windscreen for slow-moving vehicles which by construction cannot exceed 40 km/h
The above approval mark affixed to a uniformly-toughened glass shows that the component concerned intended to be used as a windscreen on a slow-moving vehicle which, by construction, cannot exceed 40 km/h, has been approved in the Netherlands (E4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 012439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43, as amended by the 01 series of amendments.
Uniformly toughened glass panes having a regular light transmittance ≥ 70 per cent
The above approval mark affixed to a glass pane to which the requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 9.1.4., are applicable shows that the component concerned has been approved in the Netherlands (E4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 012439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43, as amended by the 01 series of amendments.
Rigid plastic panes
The above approval mark affixed to a rigid plastic pane for forward facing panels with a light scatter not exceeding 2 per cent after 1,000 cycles on the outer surface and 4 per cent after 100 cycles on the inner surface shows that the component concerned has been approved in the Netherlands (E4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 012439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43, as amended by the 01 series of amendments.
Flexible plastic panes
The above approval mark affixed to a flexible plastic pane shows that the component concerned has been approved in the Netherlands (E4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 012439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43, as amended by the 01 series of amendments.
Rigid plastic double glazed units
The above approval mark affixed to a rigid plastic double glazed unit shows that the component concerned has been approved in the Netherlands (E4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 012439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43, as amended by the 01 series of amendments.
Laminated glass panes
The above approval mark affixed to a laminated glass pane, shows that the component concerned has been approved in the Netherlands (E4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 012439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43, as amended by the 01 series of amendments.
The above approval mark affixed to glass-plastic pane, shows that the component concerned has been approved in the Netherlands (E4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 012439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43, as amended by the 01 series of amendments.
Annex 2A
Arrangements of approval marks for vehicles
Model A
(See paragraph 5.11. of this Regulation)
The above approval mark affixed to a vehicle shows that the vehicle type concerned has, with regard to installation of glazing, been approved in the Netherlands (E4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 012439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43, as amended by the 01 series of amendments.
Model B
(See paragraph 5.12. of this Regulation)
| 43 | 01 2439 |
| 52 | 01 1628 |
The above approval mark affixed to a vehicle shows that the vehicle type concerned has been approved in the Netherlands (E4) pursuant to Regulations Nos. 43 and 52. The approval numbers indicate that, at the date when the respective approvals were given, Regulation No. 43 included the 01 series of amendments and Regulation No. 52 included the 01 series of amendments.
Annex 3
General test conditions
1. Fragmentation Test
1.1. The glass pane to be tested shall not be rigidly secured; it may however be fastened on an identical glass pane by means of adhesive tape applied all round the edge.
1.2. To obtain fragmentation, a hammer of about 75 g or some other appliance giving equivalent results shall be used. The radius of curvature of the point shall be 0.2 ± 0.05 mm.
1.3. One test shall be carried out at each prescribed point of impact.
1.4. The examination of the fragments shall be made using any method validated on its accuracy of the counting itself and on its ability to find the correct location where the minimum and the maximum counting shall be done.
Permanent recording of the fragmentation pattern shall start within 10 seconds and shall end within 3 minutes after the impact. The technical service shall keep the permanent recordings of the fragmentation pattern.
2. Ball-Impact Tests
2.1. 227 g ball test
2.1.1. Apparatus
2.1.1.1. Hardened-steel ball with a mass of 227 g ± 2 g and a diameter of approximately 38 mm.
2.1.1.2. Means for dropping the ball freely from a height to be specified, or a means for giving the ball a velocity equivalent to that obtained by the free fall. When a device to project the ball is used, the tolerance on velocity shall be ±1 per cent of the velocity equivalent to that obtained by the free fall.
2.1.1.3. Supporting fixture, such as that shown in Figure 1, composed of steel frames, with machined borders 15 mm wide, fitting one over the other and faced with rubber gaskets about 3 mm thick and 15 mm wide and of hardness 50 IRHD.
The lower frame rests on a steel box about 150 mm high. The test piece is held in place by the upper frame, the mass of which is about 3 kg. The supporting frame is welded onto a sheet of steel of about 12 mm thick resting on the floor with an interposed sheet of rubber about 3 mm thick and of hardness 50 IRHD.
Figure 1
Support for ball tests
2.1.2. Test conditions
Temperature: 20 °C ± 5 °C
Pressure: 860 to 1,060 mbar
Relative humidity: 60 ± 20 per cent
2.1.3. Test piece
The test piece shall be a flat square of side 300 + 10/-0 mm or shall be cut from the flattest part of a windscreen or other curved pane.
Alternatively a curved pane may be tested. In this case care shall be taken to ensure adequate contact between the safety glazing and the support.
2.1.4. Procedure
Condition the test piece at the specified temperature for at least four hours immediately preceding the test.
6.3.3.2.1. The test has given satisfactory results.
6.3.3.2.2. The test having given an unsatisfactory result, a further test carried out on another remaining test piece from the test in paragraph 6.2. gives satisfactory results.
6.4. Resistance-to-humidity test
6.4.1. Indices of difficulty and test method
The requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 7., shall apply.
6.4.2. Ten square pieces or test windows of 300 x 300 mm shall be subjected to testing.
6.4.3. Interpretation of results
6.4.3.1. The humidity test shall be considered to have given a satisfactory result if:
6.4.3.1.1. No visible decompositions like bubbles or milkiness occur on any sample,
6.4.3.1.2. and if the light transmittance measured according to Annex 3, paragraph 9.1. does not fall to less than 95 per cent of the pre-test value and additionally to no less than 70 per cent for any window required for driver visibility.
6.4.4. After testing the test pieces shall be stored for at least 48 hours at a temperature of 23 °C ± 2 °C and a relative humidity of 50 ± 5 per cent, and then subjected to the 227 g ball drop test described under paragraph 5. of this annex.
7. Optical qualities
The requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 9.1., shall apply for products which are requisite for driver visibility.
7.1 Interpretation of results
A set of samples shall be considered as satisfactory if one of the following conditions is met:
7.1.1. All samples give satisfactory results.
7.1.2. One sample having given an unsatisfactory result, a further set of samples gives satisfactory results.
8. Fire resistance test
8.1. Indices of difficulty and test method
The requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 10., shall apply.
8.2. Interpretation of results
The test needs to be performed separately on both surfaces of the double glazed unit.
The fire-resistance test shall be considered to have given a satisfactory result if the burning rate is less than 110 mm/min.
8.2.1. For the purpose of approval a set of samples will be considered satisfactory if one of the following conditions is met:
8.2.1.1. All samples give a satisfactory result.
8.2.1.2. One sample having given an unsatisfactory result a second set of samples gives satisfactory results.
9. Resistance to chemicals
9.1. Indices of difficulty and test method
The requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 11., shall apply.
Testing will only be applied to samples representative of the outer face of the double glazed unit.
9.2. Interpretation of results
A set of samples shall be considered acceptable if one of the following conditions is met:
9.2.1. All samples give satisfactory results.
9.2.2. One sample having given an unsatisfactory result, a second set of samples gives satisfactory results.
Annex 17
Measurement of the height of segment and position of the points of impact
Figure 1
Determination of the height of segment 'h'
In the case of a safety glazing pane having a simple curvature, the height of segment will be equal to: h1 maximum.
In the case of a safety glazing pane having a double curvature, the height of segment will be equal to: h1 maximum + h2 maximum.
Figure 2
Prescribed points of impact for windscreens
Figure 3
Prescribed points of impact for uniformly toughened glass panes
The points shown in Figures 3(a), 3(b), and 3 (c) are examples of the sites for the points of impact prescribed in Annex 5, paragraph 2.5.
Annex 18
Procedure for determining test areas on windscreens of vehicles in relation to the "V" points
1. Position of the "V" points
1.1. The position of the "V" points in relation to the "R" point (see Annex 19 to this Regulation), as indicated by the X, Y and Z co-ordinates in the three-dimensional reference system, are shown in Tables 1 and 2.
1.2. Table 1 gives the basic co-ordinates for a design seat-back angle of 25°. The positive direction of the co-ordinates is shown in this annex, Figure 3.
Table 1
'V' Point a b c (d) V1
V2
68 mm
68 mm
-5 mm
-5 mm
665 mm
589 mm
1.3. Correction for design seat-back angles other than 25°
1.3.1. Table 2 shows the further corrections to be made to the X and Z co-ordinates of each "V" point when the design seat-back angle is not 25°. The positive direction of the co-ordinates is shown in this annex, Figure 3.
Table 2
Seat-back angle
(in °)
Horizontal
co-ordinatesX
Vertical
co-ordinatesZ
Seat-back angle
(in °)
Horizontal
co-ordinatesX
Vertical
co-ordinatesZ
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
- 186 mm
- 176 mm
- 167 mm
- 157 mm
- 147 mm
- 137 mm
- 128 mm
- 118 mm
- 109 mm
- 99 mm
- 90 mm
- 81 mm
- 71 mm
- 62 mm
- 53 mm
- 44 mm
- 35 mm
- 26 mm
28 mm
27 mm
27 mm
26 mm
26 mm
25 mm
24 mm
23 mm
22 mm
21 mm
20 mm
18 mm
17 mm
15 mm
13 mm
11 mm
9 mm
7 mm
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
- 17 mm
- 9 mm
0 mm
9 mm
17 mm
26 mm
34 mm
43 mm
51 mm
59 mm
67 mm
76 mm
84 mm
92 mm
100 mm
107 mm
115 mm
123 mm
5 mm
2 mm
0 mm
- 3 mm
- 5 mm
- 8 mm
- 11 mm
- 14 mm
- 17 mm
- 21 mm
- 24 mm
- 28 mm
- 31 mm
- 35 mm
- 39 mm
- 43 mm
- 47 mm
- 52 mm
2. Test areas
2.1. Two test areas shall be determined from the "V" points.
2.2. "Test area A" is the area of the outer surface of the windscreen bounded by the intersection of the following four planes (see Figure 1a and 1b):
(a) A plane inclined upwards from the X axis at 3°, passing through V1, and parallel to the Y axis (plane 1);
(b) A plane inclined downwards from the X axis at 1°, passing through V2, and parallel to the Y axis (plane 2);
(c) A vertical plane passing through V1 and V2 and inclined at 13° to the left of the X axis in the case of left-hand drive vehicles and to the right of the X axis in the case of right-hand drive vehicles (plane 3);
(d) A vertical plane passing through V1 and V2 and inclined at 20° to the right of the X axis in the case of left-hand drive vehicles, to the left of the X axis in the case of right-hand drive vehicles (plane 4);
(e) In case of a single central driving position, two planes upwards and downwards as defined in paragraphs 2.2. (a) and (b) above and two vertical plane passing through V1 and V2 and inclined at 15° to the left of the X axis (plane 3) and 15° to the right of the X axis (plane 4) (see Figure 1b).
2.3. "Test area B" is the area of the outer surface of the windscreen bounded by the intersection of the following four planes:
(a) A plane inclined upwards from the X axis at 7°, passing through V1, and parallel to the Y axis (plane 5);
(b) A plane inclined downwards from the X axis at 5°, passing through V2, and parallel to the Y axis (plane 6);
(c) A vertical plane passing through V1 and V2 and inclined at 17° to the left of the X axis in the case of left-hand drive vehicles and to the right of the X axis in the case of right-hand drive vehicles (plane 7);
(d) A plane symmetrical with respect to plane 7 in relation to the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle (plane 8).
2.4. The "reduced test area B" is test area B with the exclusion of the following areas1 (see Figures 2 and 3).
1 But taking into account the fact that the datum points as defined under paragraph 2.5. shall be located in the transparent area.
2.4.1. The test area A defined under paragraph 2.2., extended according to paragraph 9.2.2.1. of Annex 3;
2.4.2. At the discretion of the vehicle manufacturer, one of the two following paragraphs may apply:
2.4.2.1. Any opaque obscuration bounded downwards by plane 1 and laterally by plane 4 and its symmetrical in relation to the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle (plane 4');
2.4.2.2. Any opaque obscuration bounded downwards by plane 1 provided it is inscribed in an area 300 mm wide centred on the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle and provided the opaque obscuration below the plane 5 trace is inscribed in an area limited laterally by the traces of planes passing by the limits of a 150 mm wide segment2 and parallel respectively to the traces of planes 4 and 4'.
2 Measured on the outer surface of the windscreen and on the trace of plane 1.
2.4.3. Any opaque obscuration bounded by the intersection of the outer surface of the windscreen:
(a) With a plane inclined downwards from the X axis at 4°, passing through V2, and parallel to the Y axis (plane 9);
(b) With plane 6;
(c) With planes 7 and 8 or the edge of the outer surface of the windscreen if the intersection of plane 6 with plane 7 (plane 6 with plane 8) doesn't cross the outer surface of the windscreen;
2.4.4. Any opaque obscuration bounded by the intersection of the outer surface of the windscreen:
(a) With a horizontal plane passing through V1 (pane 10);
(b) With plane 33
3 For the other side of the windscreen, with a symmetrical plane with respect to plane 3 in relation to the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle.
(c) With plane 74 or the edge of the outer surface of the windscreen if the intersection of plane 6 with plane 7 (plane 6 with plane 8) doesn't cross the outer surface of the windscreen;
4 For the other side of the windscreen, with plane 8.
(d) With plane 9;
2.4.5. An area within 25 mm from the edge of the outer surface of the windscreen or from any opaque obscuration. This area shall not impinge on the extended test area A.
2.5. Definition of the datum points (see Figure 3)
The datum points are points situated at the intersection with the outer surface of the windscreen of lines radiating forward from the V points:
2.5.1. Upper vertical datum point forward of V1 and 7° above the horizontal (Pr1);
2.5.2. Lower vertical datum point forward of V2 and 5° below the horizontal (Pr2);
2.5.3 Horizontal datum point forward of V1 and 17° to the left (Pr3);
2.5.4. Three additional datum points symmetrical to the points defined under paragraphs 2.5.1. to 2.5.3. in relation to the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle (respectively P'r1, P'r2, P'r3).
Figure 1a
Test area "A" (example of a left-hand steering control vehicle)
Figure 1b
Test area "A" (example of Central Driving Position)
CL: trace of the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle
Pi : trace of the relevant plane (see text)
Figure 2a
Reduced test area "B" (example of a left-hand steering control vehicle) - upper obscuration area as defined in paragraph 2.4.2.2.
Figure 2b
Reduced test area "B" (example of a left-hand steering control vehicle) - upper obscuration area as defined in paragraph 2.4.2.1.
Figure 3
Determination of the datum points (example of a left-hand steering control vehicle)
Annex 19
Procedure for determining the "H" point and the actual torso angle for seating positions in motor vehicles[16]
[16] The procedure is described in Annex 1 and its appendices to the Consolidated Resolution on the Construction of Vehicles (R.E.3) (document ECE/TRANS/WP.29/78/Rev.2, available at: 1 Description of the three-dimensional H point machine (3 DH machine)
Appendix 2 Three-dimensional reference system
Appendix 3 Reference data concerning seating positions
Annex 20
Checks on conformity of production
1. Definitions
For the purpose of this annex:
1.1. "Type of product" means all glazings having the same principal characteristics;
1.2. "Thickness class" means all glazings whose component parts have the same thickness within the permitted tolerances;
1.3. "Production unit" means all production facilities of one or several types of glazings established in the same place; it may include several production lines;
1.4. "Shift" means a period of production carried out by the same production line during daily working hours;
1.5. "Production run" means a continuous period of production of the same type of product in the same production line;
1.6. "Ps" means the number of glazings of the same type of product produced by the same shift;
1.7. "Pr" means the number of glazings of the same type of product produced during a production run.
2. Tests
The glazing shall be subjected to the following tests:
2.1. Toughened-glass windscreens
2.1.1. Fragmentation test in accordance with the requirements of Annex 4, paragraph 2.
2.1.2. Light transmission measurement in accordance with the requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 9.1.
2.1.3. Optical distortion test in accordance with the requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 9.2.
2.1.4. Secondary image separation test in accordance with the requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 9.3.
2.2. Uniformly-toughened glass panes
2.2.1. Fragmentation test in accordance with the requirements of Annex 5, paragraph 2.
2.2.2. Light transmission measurement in accordance with the requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 9.1.
2.2.3. In the case of glass panes used as windscreens:
2.2.3.1. Optical distortion test in accordance with the requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 9.2.
2.2.3.2. Secondary image separation test in accordance with the requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 9.3.
2.3. Ordinary laminated-glass windscreens and glass-plastics windscreens
2.3.1. Headform test in accordance with the requirements of Annex 6, paragraph 3.
2.3.2. 2,260 g ball test in accordance with the requirements of Annex 6, paragraph 4.2. and Annex 3, paragraph 2.2.
2.3.3. Test of resistance to high temperature in accordance with the requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 5.
2.3.4. Light transmission measurement in accordance with the requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 9.1.
2.3.5. Optical distortion test in accordance with the requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 9.2.
2.3.6. Secondary image separation test in accordance with the requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 9.3.
2.3.7. In the case of glass-plastics windscreens only:
2.3.7.1. Test of resistance to abrasion in accordance with the requirements of Annex 9, paragraph 2.1.
2.3.7.2. Resistance-to-humidity test in accordance with the requirements of Annex 9, paragraph 3.
2.3.7.3. Test of resistance to chemicals in accordance with the requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 11.2.1.
2.4. Ordinary laminated-glass and glass-plastics panes
2.4.1. 227 g ball test in accordance with the requirements of Annex 7, paragraph 4.
2.4.2. Test of resistance to high temperature in accordance with the requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 5.
2.4.3. Light transmission measurement in accordance with the requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 9.1.
2.4.4. In the case of glass-plastics glazing only:
2.4.4.1. Test of resistance to abrasion in accordance with the requirements of Annex 9, paragraph 2.1.
2.4.4.2. Resistance-to-humidity test in accordance with the requirements of Annex 9, paragraph 3.
2.4.4.3. Test of resistance to chemicals in accordance with the requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 11.2.1.
2.4.5. The above provisions shall be considered to be met if the corresponding tests have been carried out on a windscreen of the same composition.
2.5. Treated laminated-glass windscreens
2.5.1. In addition to the tests prescribed in paragraph 2.3. of this annex, a fragmentation test shall be carried out in accordance with the requirements of Annex 8, paragraph 4.
2.6. Safety glazing faced with plastics material
In addition to the tests prescribed in the various paragraphs of this the following tests shall be carried out:
2.6.1. Test of resistance to abrasion in accordance with the requirements of Annex 9, paragraph 2.1.
2.6.2. Resistance-to-humidity test in accordance with the requirements of Annex 9, paragraph 3.
2.6.3. Test of resistance to chemicals in accordance with the requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 11.2.1.
2.7. Multiple-glazed units
2.7.1. The tests to be performed are those specified in this annex for each glass pane composing the multiple-glazed unit, with the same frequency and the same requirements.
2.7.2. In the case of multiple-glazed units, light transmission measurement shall be performed with the requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 9.1.
2.8. Rigid plastic panes
2.8.1. 227g ball drop test in accordance with the requirements of Annex 14, paragraph 5.
2.8.2. Light transmission measurement in accordance with the requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 9.1.
2.8.3. The abrasion test in accordance with the requirements of Annex 14, paragraph 6.1.
2.8.4. Cross-cut test in accordance with the requirements of Annex 14,
paragraph 6.3.NB: The above test of paragraph 2.8.2. only applies if the glazing is to be used in a location requisite for driving visibility.
The above test of paragraph 2.8.4. will be carried out on samples that have not been subjected to test in accordance with paragraph 6.2. of Annex 14.
2.8.5. Test of resistance to chemicals in accordance with the requirements of
Annex 3, paragraph 11.2.9. Flexible plastic glazing other than windscreens
2.9.1. 227 g ball drop test in accordance with the requirements of Annex 15, paragraph 4.
2.9.2. Light transmission measurement in accordance with the requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 9.1.
NB: The above test of paragraph 2.9.2. only applies if the glazing is to be used in a location requisite for driving visibility.
2.9.3. Test of resistance to chemicals in accordance with the requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 11.2.1.
2.10. Rigid plastic double glazed units
2.10.1. 227 g ball drop test in accordance with the requirements of Annex 16, paragraph 5.
2.10.2. Light transmission measurement in accordance with the requirements of Annex 3, paragraph 9.1.
NB: The above test of paragraph 2.10.2. only applies if the glazing is to be used in a location requisite for driving visibility.
2.10.3. Test of resistance to chemicals in accordance with the requirements of
Annex 3, paragraph 11.3. Frequency of tests and results
3.1. Fragmentation test
3.1.1. Tests
3.1.1.1. A first series of tests consisting of a break at each impact point specified by this Regulation shall be carried out at the beginning of the production of each new type of glazing to determine the most severe break point. The result of the tests shall be recorded.
However, for toughened-glass windscreens, the first series of tests shall be carried out only if the annual production of this type of glazing exceeds 200 units.
3.1.1.2. During the production run the check test shall be carried out using the break point as determined in paragraph 3.1.1.1.
3.1.1.3. A check shall be carried out at the beginning of each production run or following a change of colour.
3.1.1.4. During the production run the check tests shall be carried out at the following minimum frequency:
Toughened-glass windscreens Toughened-glass panes Treated laminated-glass windscreens Ps £ 200: one break per production run
Pr £ 500: one per shift
0.1 per cent per type
Ps > 200: one break every four hours of production
Pr > 500 : two per shift
3.1.1.5. A check shall be carried out at the end of the production run on one of the last glazing manufactured.
3.1.1.6. For Pr < 20, only one fragmentation test per production run shall be carried out.
3.1.2. Results
All results shall be recorded, including the results without permanent recording of the fragmentation pattern.
In addition, a test with permanent recording of the fragmentation pattern shall be made once per shift, except for Pr ≤ 500. In this last case only one test with permanent recording of the fragmentation pattern shall be made per production run.
3.2. Headform test
3.2.1. Tests
The check shall be carried out on test pieces corresponding to at least 0.5 per cent of the daily production of laminated-glass windscreens of one production line. A maximum of 15 windscreens per day shall be tested.
The choice of test pieces shall be representative of the production of the various types of windscreen.
As an alternative and with the agreement of the administrative service, these tests may be replaced by the 2,260 g ball test (see paragraph 3.3. below). Behaviour under head impact shall in any event be checked on at least two samples for each thickness class per year.
3.2.2. Results
All results shall be recorded.
3.3. 2,260 g ball-impact test
3.3.1. Tests
The minimum frequency for the check shall be one complete test per month for each thickness class.
3.3.2. Results
All results shall be recorded.
3.4. 227 g ball-impact test
3.4.1. Tests
The test pieces shall be cut from finished parts. However, for practical reasons, the tests may be carried out on finished products of parts of them.
The check shall be carried out on a sampling corresponding to at least 0.5 per cent of the production of one shift with a maximum of ten samples per day.
3.4.2. Results
All results shall be recorded.
3.5. Test of resistance to high temperature
3.5.1. Tests
The test pieces shall be cut from finished parts. However, for practical reasons, the tests may be carried out on finished products or parts of them. These shall be selected so that all interlayers are tested proportionately to their use.
The check shall be carried out on at least three samples per colour of interlayer taken from the daily production.
3.5.2. Results
All results shall be recorded.
3.6. Light transmission
3.6.1. Tests
Representative samples of tinted finished products shall be subjected to this test.
The check shall be carried out at least at the beginning of every production run if there is any change in the characteristics of the glazing affecting the results of the test.
Windscreens and panes having a regular light transmittance measured during type approval of not less than 75 per cent, and glass glazing whose symbol is V (see paragraph 5.5.2. of this Regulation), shall be exempted from this test.
Alternatively, for toughened-glass, a certificate of compliance with the above requirements may be submitted by the glass supplier.
3.6.2. Results
The value of regular light transmission shall be recorded. In addition, for windscreens with opaque obscuration, it shall be verified from the drawings referred to in paragraph 3.2.1.2.2.4. of this Regulation, that such bands are outside the test area B or zone I according to the category of vehicle for which the windscreen is intended. Any opaque obscuration shall be in conformity with the provisions contained in Annex 18.
3.7. Optical distortion and separation of secondary image
3.7.1. Tests
Every windscreen shall be inspected for visual defects. In addition, using the methods specified in this Regulation or any method giving similar results, measurements shall be made in the various areas of vision at the following minimum frequencies:
Either where Ps £ 200, one sample per shift,
Or, where Ps > 200, two samples per shift,
Or 1 per cent of the whole production, the test pieces chosen being representative of all production.
3.7.2. Results
All results shall be recorded.
3.8. Test of resistance to abrasion
3.8.1. Tests
Plastics-surfaced, glass-plastics and plastic glazing only shall be submitted to this test. There shall be at least one check per month and per type of plastic material surfacing or plastic material.
3.8.2. Results
The measurement of the light scatter shall be recorded.
3.9. Resistance-to-humidity test
3.9.1. Tests
Plastics-surfaced and glass-plastics glazing only shall be submitted to this test. There shall be at least one check per month and per type of plastic material surfacing or plastic material.
3.9.2. Results
All results shall be recorded.
3.10. Test of resistance to chemicals
3.10.1. Tests
Plastics-surfaced, glass-plastics and plastic glazing only shall be submitted to this test. There shall be at least one check per month and per type of plastic material surfacing or plastic material.
3.10.2. Results
All results shall be recorded.
3.11. Cross-cut test
3.11.1. Tests
Only rigid plastic glazing with an abrasion resistant coating shall be submitted to this test. There shall be at least one check per week and per type of plastic material and its coating, on samples that have not been subjected to the test for simulated weathering (Annex 14, paragraph 6.2.).
A test on weathered samples shall be carried out each 3 months.
3.11.2. Results
All results shall be recorded.
Annex 21
Provisions regarding the installation of safety glazing on vehicles
1. Scope
This annex sets out provisions regarding the installation of safety glazing in vehicles of categories M, N and O[17] in order to ensure a high level of safety for the occupants and, in particular, to provide the driver with a high degree of visibility in all traffic conditions, not only forwards but also rearwards and laterally.
[17] As defined in the Consolidated Resolution on the Construction of Vehicles (R.E.3) (TRANS/WP.29/78/Rev. 2, para. 2).
It does not apply to armoured vehicles as defined hereunder in paragraph 2.3.
2. Definitions
For the purpose of this annex,
2.1. "Vehicle" means any motor vehicle and its trailer, intended for use on the road, having at least four wheels and a maximum design speed exceeding 25 km/h, with the exception of vehicles which run on rails and all mobile machinery;
2.2. "Category of vehicles" means a set of vehicles entering into the relevant category of the classification adopted in Annex 7 to the Consolidated Resolution on the Construction of Vehicles (R.E.3)1;
2.3. "Special purpose vehicle", "motor caravan", "armoured vehicle", "ambulance", "hearse", "convertible", are respectively defined in the Consolidated Resolution on the Construction of Vehicles (R.E.3)1.
2.4. "Double-deck vehicle" is defined in paragraph 2.1.2. of Regulation No. 107.
3. General provisions applicable to vehicles of categories M, N and O
3.1. Safety glazing shall be fitted in such a way that, despite the stresses to which the vehicle is submitted under normal operating conditions, it remains in position and continues to afford visibility and safety to the occupants of the vehicle;
3.2. Safety glazing shall bear the appropriate component type-approval mark specified in paragraph 5.4. of this Regulation, followed when required, by one of the additional symbols provided for in paragraph 5.5.
4. Specific provisions applicable to vehicles of categories M and N1
4.1. Windscreens
4.1.1. The regular light transmittance shall not be less than 70 per cent.
4.1.2. The windscreen shall be type approved for the vehicle type for which it is intended to be fitted.
4.1.3. The windscreen shall be correctly fitted with reference to the vehicle driver's "R" point.
4.1.4. Vehicles having a maximum design speed greater than 40 km/h may not be fitted with a toughened windscreen.
4.2. Safety glazing other than windscreens and partition glazing
4.2.1. Safety glazing requisite for the driver's forwards field of vision
4.2.1.1. The safety glazing through which the driver's forwards field of vision as defined in paragraph 2.23.1. of this Regulation is obtained, shall have a regular light transmittance of at least 70 per cent.
4.2.1.2. Plastic safety glazing shall bear an additional symbol /B/L, as defined in paragraphs 5.5.5. and 5.5.7. of this Regulation.
4.2.2. Safety glazing requisite for the driver's rearward vision
4.2.2.1. The safety glazing defined in paragraph 2.23.2. of this Regulation shall have a light transmittance of at least 70 per cent, but where two exterior rear view mirrors are fitted, the glazing is allowed to have a light transmittance below 70 per cent, provided that it shall bear the additional symbol V specified in paragraph 5.5.2. of this Regulation.
4.2.2.2. Plastic safety glazing shall bear an additional symbol A/L or B/L, as defined in paragraphs 5.5.5. and 5.5.7. of this Regulation.
As an alternative, the rear glazing in the folding roof of a convertible vehicle may bear the additional symbol /B/M.
The rear glazing in the folding roof of a convertible vehicle may be made of a flexible plastic pane.
4.2.3. Other safety glazing
4.2.3.1. The safety glazing not covered by the definitions of paragraphs 2.23.1. and 2.23.2. of this Regulation shall bear the additional symbol V specified in paragraph 5.5.2. of this Regulation, if the light transmittance is below 70 per cent.
4.2.3.2. Plastic safety glazings shall bear one of the additional symbols defined in paragraphs 5.5.5., 5.5.6., and 5.5.7. of this Regulation. However, when the vehicle is intended for conveying passengers, glazings with the additional symbols /C/L or /C/M are not allowed at locations where there is a risk of head impact.
4.2.4. Exemptions
In the case of plastic safety glazings, the provisions related to abrasion resistance as referred in paragraphs 4.2.2.2. and 4.2.3.2. of this annex do not apply for the vehicles and glazing locations listed below:
(a) Ambulances
(b) Hearses
(c) Trailers, including caravans
(d) Sunroofs and glazings located in the roof of a vehicle
(e) All glazings of the upper deck of a double-deck vehicle
No abrasion test/symbol is required.
4.3. Particular requirements
4.3.1. Any forward-facing glazing other than a windscreen shall be constituted either by laminated glass or a plastic pane bearing the additional symbol /A, as defined in paragraphs 5.5.5. and 5.5.7. of this Regulation.
4.3.2. Paragraph 4.3.1. is not applicable to vehicles having a maximum design speed lower than 40 km/h.
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