What is a British Standard?

British Standards (BS) are a set of guidelines and specifications established by the British Standards Institution (BSI). These standards encompass various industries and sectors, including construction, engineering, healthcare, and information technology.
BS standards are developed through a rigorous process involving industry experts, ensuring that they reflect best practices, safety requirements, and technical specifications. These standards serve as a framework for businesses and organisations in the UK, such as RDM Test Equipment, providing a basis for quality assurance, safety, and interoperability. From electrical safety to material specifications, British standards play a pivotal role in shaping and maintaining consistent practices across different domains. They contribute to the reliability and efficiency of products and services within the United Kingdom, with its impact often extending to the global stage.
Method for determination of thickness and apparent bulk density or apparent sheet density of paper and board
Determination of coefficients of friction of plastics film
This standard method of Friction Testing for plastic films was actually withdrawn in 1996 and has been replaced by BS EN ISO 8295:2004
Methods of testing plastics. Dimensional properties. Determination of thickness by mechanical scanning of flexible sheet
Methods for measuring the rub resistance of print
Method for determination of grammage of paper and board
Method for determination of resistance to bending of paper and board
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Recommendations for the determination of the Bendtsen roughness of paper and board
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Method for the determination of the internal tearing resistance of paper
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Method for the determination of the bursting strength and bursting distension of fabrics
Air permeance of paper and board. Method for determination of air permeance using the Gurley apparatus
Creasing properties of carton board. Method for determination of crease recovery (spring back) of 90° fold
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Self adhesive tapes. Determination of peel adhesion properties
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