This document specifies the requirements related to dimensional, mechanical, optical and thermal characteristics of thermoplastic films for mulching applications in agriculture and horticulture, a classification for durability of mulching films and the test methods referred to in this document as well as installation, use and removal conditions of mulch films. These mulch films are intended to be removed after use and not incorporated in the soil.
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DIN EN 13655:2018 history
2018DIN EN 13655:2018-05 Plastics - Thermoplastic mulch films recoverable after use, for use in agriculture and horticulture; German version EN 13655:2018
2018DIN EN 13655:2018 Plastics - Thermoplastic mulch films recoverable after use, for use in agriculture and horticulture; German version EN 13655:2018
2003DIN EN 13655:2003 Plastics - Mulching thermoplastic films for use in agriculture and horticulture; German version EN 13655:2002