What is BS EN 12825 - Raised access floors about?
This European standard is a quality assurance standard that helps its users meet the necessary quality parameters for raised access floors.
BS EN 12825 specifies the characteristics and performance requirements of raised access floors for which the main intended use is the internal fitting out of buildings, providing full access to the services to the plenum.
BS EN 12825 is applicable to modular, factory-made flooring elements, comprising panels and pedestals and defines the test methods and measurement.
BS EN 12825 provides for the evaluation of conformity of the product to it.
Note: BS EN 12825 does not cover requirements related to dangerous substances that may be subject to regulations.
Who is BS EN 12825 - Raised access floors for?
BS EN 12825 on raised access floors is useful for:
- Real estate developers
- Architects
- Civil engineers
- Inspection authorities
Why should you use BS EN 12825 - Raised access floors?
Raised access floors are a new type of flooring system that is commonly used in office infrastructures. These flooring systems facilitate the connection of electrical, data, and other cables.
BS EN 12825 provides you with performance requirements of raised access floors that include safety, dimensions, and overall quality. BS EN 12825 also provides you with guidelines for tests and measurement methods that help you to verify that the requirements are met.
In conclusion, the guidance of BS EN 12825 enables you to construct or install raised access floors that are well designed and have enhanced durability and finish quality.
