VDI BV-BS 6205 2021-09 PDF

Full title and description

VDI/BV-BS 6205:2021-09 — "Transportanker und Transportankersysteme für Betonfertigteile" (English: "Lifting inserts and lifting systems for precast concrete elements"). This VDI/BV-BS guideline covers principles, design, manufacture, testing, monitoring and application of lifting anchors and lifting anchor systems used for lifting and handling precast concrete elements.

Abstract

This technical guideline provides requirements and assessment criteria to ensure safe development, production and use of transport anchors and complete transport-anchor systems in precast concrete construction. It aims to reduce the risk of personal injury and property damage by defining a safety concept, design and testing rules, and by clarifying responsibilities for manufacturers, planners and precast-plant operators. The document consolidates earlier parts of the series into a single updated edition (2021) and is published in German and English.

General information

• Status: Current / Active.
• Publication date: 2021-09-01 (September 1, 2021).
• Publisher: Issued by VDI (Verein Deutscher Ingenieure) in cooperation with the Bundesverband Bausysteme (BV‑BS); published/distributed via the VDI/Beuth publication channels.
• ICS / categories: 21.060.99 (Other fasteners); 91.100.30 (Concrete and concrete products).
• Edition / version: Edition 2021-09 (consolidated replacement of earlier VDI/BV-BS 6205 parts from 2012).
• Number of pages: 63 pages.

Scope

The guideline applies to the design, manufacture, placing on the market, planning and application of lifting inserts and lifting-anchor systems for lifting and moving precast concrete elements — whether bespoke or produced in series. It defines normative references, terms, symbols, general requirements, design and installation practices, testing and conformity aspects, and guidance on storage, handling and use during transport and erection. The document consolidates and supersedes the earlier multi‑part VDI/BV‑BS 6205 series (Blatt 1–3).

Key topics and requirements

• Definitions, symbols and terminology for lifting anchors and systems.
• Principles for the structural design and dimensioning of lifting inserts and systems.
• Material, manufacturing and quality requirements for lifting anchors and components.
• Factory testing, type testing and routine testing procedures, including evaluation criteria.
• Requirements for installation, storage, handling and marking (traceability and documentation).
• Assessment of load capacity, safety factors, and verification methods for lifting operations.
• Conformity and market placement considerations (including CE‑relevant aspects where applicable in the European regulatory context).
• Guidance for manufacturers, structural engineers, precast plant staff and users on safe application and inspection regimes.
• Replacement and consolidation of the earlier 2012 Blatt 1–3 documents into the 2021 edition.

Typical use and users

The guideline is intended for manufacturers of lifting anchors and systems, designers and structural/connection engineers, quality and safety managers at precast concrete plants, erection and lifting contractors, technical inspectors and certifying bodies, and procurement/specification authors who need to ensure safe handling and conformity of lifting equipment used with precast concrete elements. It is used to support product development, testing protocols, shop documentation, and plant procedures.

Related standards

VDI/BV-BS 6205 is related to national and international standards on lifting equipment and concrete products, and it complements/aligns with EN and ISO documents that cover lifting devices, anchorages and handling of precast elements (for example EN 13155 and other applicable EN/ISO testing and safety standards). The 2021 edition replaces the earlier VDI/BV-BS 6205 Blatt 1–3 (2012 versions).

Keywords

lifting inserts; transport anchors; transport-anchor systems; precast concrete; lifting hardware; handling equipment; testing; design rules; safety; VDI/BV-BS 6205; lifting anchors; traceability.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: VDI/BV-BS 6205:2021-09 is a VDI/BV-BS guideline titled "Lifting inserts and lifting systems for precast concrete elements" that sets out requirements for the design, manufacture, testing and safe use of transport anchors and anchor systems in precast concrete construction.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers terminology, design principles, material and production requirements, testing and inspection procedures, installation and handling guidance, marking/traceability and conformity considerations for lifting anchors and systems used to lift and move precast concrete elements. It consolidates prior parts of the VDI/BV-BS 6205 series into a single 2021 edition.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Manufacturers, structural/connection engineers, precast-plant personnel, lifting and erection contractors, certifying/inspection bodies, and procurement/specification authors in the precast concrete industry.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The 2021-09 edition is current (active) and replaces the earlier VDI/BV-BS 6205 Blatt 1–3 (2012). Users should verify national adoption or specific national regulations that may affect application.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes — VDI/BV-BS 6205 originates from a multi‑part VDI/BV-BS series (Blatt 1–3) addressing principles, design and application for lifting inserts and systems; the 2021 edition consolidates and replaces those earlier parts.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Lifting inserts, transport anchors, precast concrete, lifting systems, handling, testing, design rules, safety, VDI/BV-BS.