What is BS 5982 – ground speed of earth-moving machinery about?
BS 5982 is an International Standard that specifies a method of determining the speed of earth-moving machinery.
BS 5982 applies to both wheeled and track-laying earth-moving machinery.
The test method specified may be used for many purposes; for each individual purpose the condition of the machine, for example laden or unladen, is to be stated in the test report.
Who is BS 5982 - ground speed of earth-moving machinery for?
BS 5982 on ‘ground speed of earth-moving machinery’ is useful for:
Manufacturers and suppliers of earth-moving machinery
Product design engineers / innovation teams
Quality control / testing personnel
Compliance / audit teams
Owners of earth-moving machinery
BS 5982 on ‘ground speed of earth-moving machinery’ is also useful for other entities such as:
Authorities who commission civil engineering projects
Relevant government / municipal bodies
Project managers
Contractors
Civil / construction engineers...