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prEN ISO 20899 Public enquiry

Comment end date 2026-05-02

Water quality - Plutonium and neptunium - Test method using ICP-MS (ISO/DIS 20899:2026)

This document specifies methods to determine the 239Pu, 240Pu, 241Pu and 237Np by inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS). The mass concentrations obtained can be converted into activity concentrations. Due to its relatively short half-life and 238U isobaric interference, 238Pu can hardly be measured by this method. To quantify 238Pu isotope by mass spectrometry, other techniques can be used (ICP-MS with collision-reaction cell, ICP-MS/MS with collision-reaction cell or chemical separation). Alpha spectrometry measurement, as described in ISO 13167,[8] is currently used[9]. The method is applicable to test samples of supply/drinking water, rainwater, surface and ground water, marine water, as well as cooling water, industrial water, domestic, and industrial wastewater after proper sampling and handling, and test sample preparation. A chemical separation of Np and Pu, with quantitative removal of all other elements (including uranium, americium, etc.) is mandatory, given all the potential interferences that may bias the measurement or lead to false positives. Chemical separations can eliminate most of the 238U. However, use of reagents, glassware, and atmosphere for the chemical separation, will also add 238U to the samples and prevent measurement of 238Pu. The limit of detection depends on the sample volume, the instrument used, the background count rate, the detection efficiency, the counting time, and the chemical yield. The detection limit of the method described in this document, using currently available ICP-MS apparatus, is approximately 1 mBq·l-1 for 239Pu, 240Pu, 237Np and 1 Bq·l-1 for 241Pu, which is lower or of the same order of magnitude than the WHO criteria for safe consumption of drinking water (1 mBq·l-1 for 239Pu, 240Pu, 237Np and 10 Bq·l-1 for 241Pu[4]).This method covers the measurement of those radionuclides in water at activity concentrations between approximately[10][11]: — 1 mBq·l−1 to 5 Bq·l−1 for 239Pu, 240Pu and 237Np; — 1 Bq·l−1 to 5 Bq·l−1 for 241Pu. Samples with higher activity concentrations than 5 Bq·l−1 can be measured if a dilution is performed. The higher is the concentration factor, the lower are the LD and LQ expressed in Bq/L of water. A preconcentration is especially useful for the quantification of 241Pu that is usually the less abundant isotope of plutonium. The method described in this document is applicable in the event of an emergency situation. Filtration of the test sample is necessary. The analysis of 239Pu, 240Pu, 241Pu and 237Np adsorbed to suspended matter is not covered by this method. The analysis of the insoluble fraction requires a mineralization step that is not covered by this document. In this case, the measurement is performed separately on each phase or the total phase. It is the user’s responsibility to ensure the validity of this test method for the water samples tested.

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prEN ISO 21227-1 Public enquiry

Comment end date 2026-04-30

Paints and varnishes - Evaluation of defects on coated surfaces using digital image processing - Part 1: General guidance (ISO/DIS 21227-1:2026)

ISO 21227-1:2003 gives definitions for and provides guidance in the use of optical imaging systems for the quantitative characterization of defects on coated surfaces that occur after exposure in various test methods, e.g. stone chipping, weathering or cross-cut testing. One aim of ISO 21227 is to use optical imaging to reproduce the results of already existing methods for visual assessment. Additionally, optical imaging provides further information which can be used for a more detailed evaluation of coating defects. This part of ISO 21227 contains a general introduction in optical-imaging methods and definitions. The performance of individual test methods and requirements for precision are described in other parts of the standard.

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prEN ISO 25178-6 Public enquiry

Comment end date 2026-04-30

Geometrical product specifications (GPS) - Surface texture: Areal - Part 6: Classification of methods for measuring surface topography (ISO/DIS 25178-6:2026)

ISO 25178-6:2010 describes a classification system for methods used primarily for the measurement of surface texture. It defines three classes of methods, illustrates the relationships between the classes, and briefly describes specific methods.

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prEN 15189 Public enquiry

Comment end date 2026-04-30

Ductile iron pipes, fittings and accessories - External polyurethane coating for pipes - Requirements and test methods

This document specifies the requirements and test methods applicable to factory applied external polyurethane based coatings for heavy duty (see EN 545:2010, Clause D.3) corrosion protection of buried ductile iron pipes in accordance with EN 545, EN 598 and EN 969 for use at operating temperatures up to 50 °C. This document is not applicable to ductile iron pipes protected with zinc with a finishing layer of polyurethane. This document is not applicable to special activities on site such as tapping, clamping, etc., which could affect the corrosion protection properties of the polyurethane coating. NOTE These operations are usually specified in the laying instructions supplied by manufacturers of clamps, house connection saddles, etc. and any relevant user procedures.

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EN ISO 10156:2017/prA1 Public enquiry

Comment end date 2026-04-30

Gas cylinders - Gases and gas mixtures - Determination of fire potential and oxidizing ability for the selection of cylinder valve outlets - Amendment 1 (ISO 10156:2017/DAM 1:2026)

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prEN ISO 3630-1 Public enquiry

Comment end date 2026-04-30

Dentistry - Endodontic instruments - Part 1: General requirements (ISO/DIS 3630‑1:2026)

This document specifies general requirements and test methods for endodontic instruments used for endodontic purposes, e.g. enlargers, compactors, accessory instruments, shaping and cleaning instruments, and a numeric coding system. In addition, it covers general size designations, color-coding, packaging, and identification symbols.

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prEN 18317 Public enquiry