What is BS EN 15254‑4 about?
BS EN 15254‑4 is part four of a multi-series of European standards on glazed constructions of non-loadbearing walls.
BS EN 15254‑4 provides guidance and, where appropriate, defines procedures for variations of certain parameters and factors associated with the design of fire resistant glazed elements which have been tested in accordance with EN 1364‑1:2015, and classified according to EN 13501‑2.
Note: This standard does not apply to door sets and openable windows according to EN 1634‑1 and does not apply to curtain walling – full configuration or curtain walling – part configuration according to EN 1364‑3 and EN 1364‑4.
Who is BS EN 15254‑4 for?
BS EN 15254‑4 on glazed constructions of non-loadbearing walls is relevant to:
- Constructors
- Glazed products manufacturers
Why should you use BS EN 15254‑4?
In the world of construction, glazing refers to the installation of glass in windows, doors, or any other fixed opening. Glazing can be referred to as any and all the glass within the structure or the installation of any piece of glass within a sash or frame. The way that you refer to glazing will depend on whether you are talking about a specific piece within a project or the entire project itself. Fire-resistant glass is specialist glass that has been proven to provide a period protection against fire during a Fire Resistance Test. The degree of protection offered depends on the type of fire-rated glass used but generally speaking, all fire-rated glass acts as a barrier to help prevent the spread of flames and smoke in the event of a fire.
BS EN 15254‑4 helps you understand fire-resistant glazed elements which as seen above can protect against fire during a Fire Resistance Test. This will increase the safety and efficiency of your organization.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS EN 15254‑4:2018 supersedes BS EN 15254‑4:2008+A1:2011, which is withdrawn.
BS EN 15254‑4:2018 includes some technical changes with respect to BS EN 15254‑4:2008+A1:2011. These are:
- Replacement of the term “glass product group” by “glass product range”
- Deletion of aspects now covered in the direct field of application (DIAP) of standard EN 1364‑1:2015
- Modification of exchange rules for fire-resistant glass
- Additional rule for the decrease in dimensions for fire-resistant glazed elements with classification EW
- Editorial review of the standard
