DIN 45672-1 establishes requirements for measuring equipment used to assess vibration immissions in buildings and structures near traffic routes (rail, road, and air traffic). The standard defines technical specifications, sensor placement procedures, and measurement chain requirements to ensure consistent and comparable vibration data collection in residential and commercial environments. Accreditation for this test method demonstrates a laboratory's capability to properly configure and validate measurement systems for traffic vibration assessment. This testing is essential for environmental impact assessments, urban planning, building code compliance, and resident protection in areas affected by transportation infrastructure.
What it measures
Acceleration levels from traffic-induced ground vibration
Vibration frequency content and spectral distribution
Peak and RMS vibration values in building structures
Measurement chain accuracy and sensor calibration
Environmental noise and vibration isolation effects
Urban planning and environmental impact assessmentConstruction and building code complianceRailway and transportation infrastructureEnvironmental consulting and monitoringOccupational and residential health protection
Related Standards
DIN 45672-2Vibration measurements near traffic — Part 2: Evaluation of vibration immission
ISO 14644-1Cleanrooms and associated controlled environments — Classification of air cleanliness
DIN 45669-1Vibration measuring instruments — Specifications for instruments
Scope