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Why and When
The primary objectives of the Eurocodes are to improve structural safety and to enhance the competitiveness of the European construction industry – and the professionals and industries connected with it, both within and outside the European Union.
The Eurocodes are mandatory for European public works and are set to become the de-facto standard for the private sector – both in Europe and world-wide. The will also be the basis for assessing structural products for CE marking.
The codes are being published as 58 parts by European national standards bodies (British Standards in the UK) in all main European languages between 2002 and 2007. After a period of co-existence, they will replace all existing conflicting national codes – many of which will need be withdrawn in their entirety – by March 2010.
Last updated - 08 December 2006
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